Events
All the great things you can participate in at LVL UP Expo. View our PAST EVENTS below!
Cosplay Contest
The Cosplay Contest is a competitive event that brings local and out of state fans and cosplayers to compete in costumed skits. Skits range from comedy to dramatic fighting scenes and are presented to the audience and judges.
It is our recommendation that you pre-register regardless if you are not 100% sure you will compete. That way you can ensure your slot in the competition and you will not have to worry the day of the event. Please extend the courtesy to let the coordinator know that you will not be competing if you drop out.
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Jez Roth's Lip sync for your cosplay
Does the joy in your life come from performing? That rush of getting onstage and being fierce? Then you’d better WERK! Lip Sync for Your Cosplay is the high-energy battle competition where you show us what you’re made of!
For each round, a different song will be announced (TBA). From a show of hands, two people are randomly picked from the audience to battle against each other in a two-minute competition. They each share the stage and once the music starts they lip sync, dance, perform, and SERVE the audience in a battle of performance, each fighting to keep the attention on them.
Once the music stops, the two judges declare one the winner.
Don’t worry, we’ll start with a demo song to show you the basics of a typical Lip Sync Battle.
Please note: You can only go once, unless there is a song that is short on volunteers.
The Finale Song is not announced until the end of the event. Anyone is eligible to participate in the final round, even those who already performed! In the final round however, entrants will be selected by the judges– so if you already performed, your prior performance may be how they base their selections!
If you are practiced and able– Voguing -spins, hands, and death drops are acceptable. No jumping off the stage or hard acrobatics.
No need to register in advance, just show up! Contestants are picked from the audience.
Will you win by choreography or being able to De-liv-er every syllable in Electric Shock? Is acting up that Disney Song your forte? Play to your strengths!
You do not need to be in costume, but it adds to the performance element.
Judging is based off of three things: Knowing the words, choreography, and presence. This also factors in cosplaying elements– are you using parts of your costume i.e. a cape/prop to add to your performance? Are you nervous or owning the stage? Are you working the crowd or staying in one, stationary place?
So grab that costume, get dressed, and get ready to either perform or support the performers!
ANX KPOP BATTLES
Putting current and new season teams against each other- get ready for an ultimate dance-cover battle. In this year’s ANX KPOP Battle, anything goes!
Pro Wrestling
Watch adrenaline filled pro wrestling at LVL UP EXPO! Guaranteed to bring you to your feet and cheer on your favorite wrestlers.
Why wrestling? Five years ago the LVL UP EXPO Team made the decision to showcase one of our favorite fandoms- wrestling. Much like anime and video games, wrestling can have an interesting storyline paired with jaw-dropping moves and catchy phrases. Due to popular demand, we continue to share our fandom with you.
Wrestling Schedule: TBA
SIDE QUEST
You are strolling through an Exhibit Hall, when you notice out of the corner of your eye, a Merchant’s Booth with a single stream of light shining down on it. It is calling to you, you are oddly drawn to it. You then realize you are destined to complete a QUEST.
Side Quest is a free and interactive event, designed like a scavenger hunt for attendees to complete at their leisure throughout the weekend and win exclusive pins and ribbons.
You must first locate the Side Quest Booth and pick your class to obtain your first scroll to get started.
Our Quest Merchants will be at the booth and eager to send you on your journey to complete their bounty of quests.
Hint: Look for the exclamation point.
Travelers will receive their first scroll with 5 quests to complete. Quests are completed by taking pictures or videos of the specific task.
Once all 5 quests are complete, the Traveler will report to a merchant to turn in the scroll for review. Once confirmed, the Traveler will be ranked as a Rookie and receive a Rookie Ribbon.
The Traveler will now receive the next 5 quests to complete to move up in rank. Rookie > Adept > Expert.
Once all three scrolls are completed, the Traveler will receive one final quest to obtain the exclusive Thunder Potion.
You can not use the same picture/video for multiple quests.
ALWAYS ask for consent before taking a picture or video of another attendee.
One potion per attendee, regardless of how many classes are completed.
One class per campaign. Once you’ve finished the campaign, you may start a different class.
Travelers can choose from the following classes- Mage, Rogue or Tank.
Each class has it’s own quests tailored to that specific class.
Choose wisely!
get your badge
Children 10 and under get in free when accompanied by a registered adult.
Special military and first responders rate offered at the door only.
Event Hours
Friday: 12PM—8PM
Saturday: 11AM—8PM
Sunday: 11AM—6PM
VIPS get one hour early access on all three days.
3-Day Badge
$75
Access to our exhibit hall, panels, main events, tournaments and more!
Pricing Schedule
6/1/2023 – 8/31/2023: $65
9/1/2023 – 12/31/2023: $75
1/1/2024 – 4/25/2024: $85
At Door: $95
VIP Badge
$200
Early access to our exhibit hall, exclusive hat & lanyard, swag bag and discount on all merch!
Limited quantity. Not available at the door.
Squad Pack
$250
Includes four (4) 3-Day Badges—only available for Pre-Registration.
Pricing Schedule
6/1/2023 – 8/31/2023: $210
9/1/2023 – 4/25/2024: $250
Not available at the door.
1-Day badge
$40-$55
A single day badge to LVL UP EXPO.
Pricing Schedule:
6/1/2023 – 4/25/2024:
Friday: $45
Saturday: $50
Sunday: $40
At Door: +$5
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