Costume Showcase
LibraryCon Costume Showcase
LibraryCon is BACK!!!
We are calling all of our science fiction, fantasy, steampunk, comics, gaming, and anime friends to join us for the return of the family-favorite LibraryCon! Wear your best cosplay and bring your friends to the Madisonville Branch Library on January 17th. There will be gaming, a DIY artist alley, trivia, a costume showcase, and special guests!
Check back often for event updates!
Parking is available at the library, the Maritime Museum lot, and the gravel lots surrounding the field on Mabel Street. Street parking is not allowed on Main Street and could result in tickets or towing.
LibraryCon 2026 Badge and Lanyard
Grab your limited-edition LibraryCon badge and lanyard upon arrival, distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last!
Event Schedule
1:00 - 3:15 P.M.
3D Printing – Our brand-new Makerspace is under construction, but the 3D printer is already hard at work! Watch the magic happen during a live demo and see how ideas become real-world creations. While hands-on printing isn’t available yet, patrons can unleash their creativity with 3D Pens and make their own mini masterpieces!
Artist Alley – Channel your inner artist! Design and make your own custom buttons, magnets, and stickers—perfect for decorating bags, jackets, or trading with friends.
Batman Meet and Greet – Gotham’s hero has arrived! Meet Batman, snap photos, and chat with the Dark Knight himself. A must-stop for DC fans!
Epic Photo Ops – Strike a pose and capture the moment! Snap amazing photos with iconic characters, a themed backdrop, and fellow fans throughout the event. Whether you’re showing off your cosplay, grabbing a pic with a hero, or making memories with friends and family, these photo ops are perfect for sharing and remembering your LibraryCon adventure!
Fandom Trivia – From anime and video games to comics and pop culture, put your fandom knowledge to the test! Compete for bragging rights and see if you can claim the title of Trivia Master. Schedule to be announced.
Guessing Jar Challenge – Put your powers of observation to the test! Check out our guessing jar and see if you can figure out how many items are inside. Submit your best guess for a chance to win—no measuring tools, just brainpower and a little luck. Closest guess takes the prize!
Hero vs. Villain Fan Vote – The ultimate showdown is in your hands! Cast your vote for your favorite Hero and your favorite Villain from across comics, anime, movies, and games. Will justice prevail… or will chaos reign? Stop by, make your picks, and help decide who truly rules the fandom!
One Minute Adventures – Roll the d8 and dive into a fast-paced fantasy quest! Team up to explore dragon caves, solve puzzles, battle monsters, and hunt for magical treasure. Inspired by Choose Your Own Adventure, your fate is decided by the dice. Do you have what it takes to be a hero?
Pokéstop – Pikachu is stopping by for photos, high-fives, and smiles! Enjoy Pokémon-themed crafts and sit down to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game with fellow Trainers of all ages. Pikachu will be making half hour appearances at 1:00, 1:45, and 2:30 P.M.
Quest Board – Choose your adventure! Stop by the Quest Board to accept fun mini-quests and side missions during the con. Complete challenges, earn bragging rights, and immerse yourself in the world of heroes, villains, and epic fandom fun.
Scavenger Hunt – Adventure awaits at every corner! Choose your scavenger hunt (Teen or All Ages). Each is packed with clues, challenges, and fun surprises. Search high and low, follow the trail, and see if you can complete the hunt!
Special Guest John Dell Meet – Meet John Dell, legendary Marvel inker known for his work on Spider-Man! Hear behind-the-scenes stories, take photos, and watch him draw live for fans.
Tabletop Gaming Zone – Step away from the screens and rewind to classic fun! Grab a friend and dive into a variety of tabletop board games where strategy, luck, and bragging rights rule. No consoles, no controllers—just pure tabletop gaming the classic way. Do you have what it takes to win like a retro champ?
Test Your Strength – Think you’ve got superhero skills? Prove it in our axe-throwing practice room and see if you’ve got the power, precision, and focus of a true hero!
3:15 - 4:00 P.M.
Costume Showcase – Suit up and step into the spotlight at our all-ages Costume Showcase! Cosplayers from every fandom are invited to take the runway, show off their incredible creations, and enter for a chance to win a Cosplay Medallion in our raffle. Five winners will be announced after the fashion show, and all participants will receive an exclusive Thank You button. Whether you’re on stage or cheering from the crowd, this showcase promises fun, fandom, and unforgettable moments for everyone!
Past LibraryCon Photos
Children ages 9 and under may not be left unattended at any branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library.
