LVL Up Expo 2026 is in the books! The convention ran from Friday, April 24th, through the 26th and continues to draw more than 144,000 attendees, with cosplay a major feature under the gaming and pop culture theme. Incredible talent and panels at LVL Up Expo helped to inspire cosplay gatherings and unforgettable moments. Talent included voice actors from KPop Demon Hunters, Critical Role, Dispatch, Hazbin Hotel, Frieren, Kaiju No. 8, and much more. Other special guests and influencers included YouTubers and cosplay professionals like Jessica Nigri and Cutiepiesensei.
The convention took place at the heart of Las Vegas at the Convention Center. Over three action-packed days and nights, the expo showcases competitive gaming, captivating art, and engaging community events. LVL Up Expo consistently attracts a vibrant mix of gamers, anime fans, cosplay enthusiasts, and diverse fandoms, easily creating an electrifying energy throughout the convention floors. The congoers we met came from all over the country, even as far as New York, to meet their favorite celebrities and attend the cosplay gatherings to make new friends. Dates and presale for 2027 badges have not been released yet, so be sure to sign up for the LVL Up Expo newsletter to stay up to date.
Last year, attendees at LVL UP EXPO amazed us with their skills. Make sure to check out our gallery from 2025! Similarly, this year, the turnout was incredible. Here are some fantastic cosplay highlights from the LVL UP Expo!
Pictures taken by @penguins.perspective
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