Cosplay Festival 2026 (Hanoi)

   For one day, a park on the southern edge of Hanoi turns into a living map of anime, manga and video-game worlds, with hundreds of fans walking the alleys as their favourite characters. It is a rare window into the vibrant subculture of young Vietnam — and one where you can wander right into the crowd instead of watching from outside.

   The centrepiece is the cosplay show: a catwalk and short performances in full character, where a handmade costume finally comes alive in movement. The costume contest brings the competitive edge, judged across several categories and prizes for craft, detail and stage presence. What the day holds:

• cosplay show — a catwalk and character performances;
• costume contest with several categories and prizes;
• minigames with giveaways;
• photo zones for shooting alongside cosplayers;
• a merch fair — pins, prints, figures and fandom gear;
• themed community activities.

   It is built for anime, manga and gaming fans, cosplayers, teens and families, and just as much for travellers, expats and photographers curious to see this scene up close. The venue, Công viên Yên Sở (Yên Sở Park), sits on the south side of Hanoi, and the low entry price makes it easy to bring the whole group.

   Even if you have never watched a single anime, you will leave with a memory card full of colour and a real feel for how this generation plays. Grab your tickets on ticketbox.vn and come see it for yourself.