Cosplay Beach Party takes place at beautiful Dodge # 4 State Park on the north shore of Cass Lake in Waterford, Michigan.
The party goes from Noon-9pm.
All photos taken by Edward Pevos of Mlive.
This is from the organizers:
We are hosting a outdoor cosplay beach/pool-themed party with music featuring various DJs, volleyball tournaments, cosplay photoshoots, watermelon smashing (スイカ割り), and many more WEEB activities!
BYOB for alcohol, State Park only allows keg beer & box wine.
Since there will be consumption of alcohol, the recommended age of the party is 18+. However, it is a public park and anyone of all ages are welcome to attend. Minor attendees should notify their parents/guardian that the environment will include alcoholic beverages present, but we do not condone underage drinking.
Cosplay is an expensive hobby.
From badges to attend the cosplay conventions, hotel rooms, to cosplays we buy or build and buy supply/material can rack up $$$ quickly.
Because of this, we host a FREE ADMISSION event (with the exception of State Park entry fee per vehicle) where cosplayers & affiliates can still do what they love but not worry about spending a large sum of money to attend cosplay events.
However, hosting a free event is not cheap, with cost from equipment rental costs, food/drinks, 200+ watermelons, and VISA Gift Cards for the Cosplay Contest and Volleyball Tournament winners.
Here’s how you can help!
・Donate! – Any contribution is appreciated!
・Spread the word! – Share this link with others!
・Promote our event! – The more people know about the event, the more support we can get!
・Bring water/snacks/canopies, etc.!
・Volunteer at our events! – Check out our STAFF Only Facebook group to learn more about how you can help at the event!!
** Events such as Watermelon smashing can go on at anytime during the meet up as long as watermelons are available
Come with your swimsuit version cosplays, or just your regular cosplays! No limitations! Cosplays are not mandatory to attend this event.
COSPLAY CONTEST Sign ups are available beforehand by filling out our Google form OR you can sign up at the day of the event!
Google Form Link:
https://forms.gle/wckVJPrte62gPUMT8
What: Cosplay Beach Party
When: Saturday, August 05, 2023
Where: Hill Shelter @ Dodge # 4 State Park (4250 Parkway St, Waterford Twp, MI)
Time: Noon – 9:00 p.m.
Entry: FREE entry to event, however it is $10.00 per car to enter the park
Facebook event page
https://www.facebook.com/events/440857734723846/