Welcome to our Masquerade Lounge. Our lounge isn't just a webpage, but also a real physical space at the con for ALL things costuming and cosplay! Looking for a fun and interesting panel about costuming, makeup, props, etc.?? It can all be found in the Masquerade Lounge.

Here are some of our programming ideas for Masquerade Lounge 2025. Would you like to help us put on one of these panels? Or maybe you have an idea for a panel you’d like to see for costuming, makeup, wigs, prop making, etc.? Send us a message and let us know!

Masquerade Lounge Panel Ideas

  • Sewing Tips and Tricks for Newbies
  • Thrift Store Costuming (How to Get Started with Cosplay)
  • How to Work With Leather
  • How to Do FX Makeup: Trauma Makeup (Bruises, Cuts & Gashes, Oh My!)
  • Working With EVA/Craft Foam
  • The Care and Feeding of Wigs and Hair
  • FX Prosthetics
  • Working with PVC
  • LED and EL Wire for Costuming
  • 3D Printing for Beginners
  • Working with Worbla
  • The Historical Basis for the LOTR and Hobbit Costumes
  • How to Enter a Masquerade & How NOT to Look Like a Deer in Headlights Onstage
  • How to Organize and Put On a Costume Contest & Being an Emcee
  • Masquerade Costume Round-Up (an after-contest discussion of contest entries)