Sunday, Apr 27, 2025 at 10:00am
Theme Weekends add an extra layer of fun for our guests. Every weekend celebrates the joy and spirit of the Renaissance and, on the following weekends, we infuse an exciting twist.
RennCon™
RennCon™ is a celebration of cosplay! Whether you draw your inspiration from the sci-fi scene, anime, comics, television, fairy tales, or anywhere else… we invite you to mingle with our 16th-century townsfolk at the biggest costume party in L.A.
Get the most out of RennCon™ Weekend by attending one of our panels. Subjects ranging from characterization to cosplay will be discussed. Stop by the Information Booth to pick up a RennCon™ Panel Schedule.
Cosplay Self Care
Your costume looks amazing, and how do you feel? Take home this advice from characters who have learned to withstand extreme conditions while looking (and feeling!) fabulous.
A Character’s Core: As Told by Them
A brief discussion on character construction and psychology, then an in-depth first-person guided exercise into the subconscious reaches of your character’s mind.
Bringing Out Your Inner Villain
What’s so good about being bad? Pick up movement tips on portraying an intimidating villain, and how to act like a villain in a group of people without making them actually hate you for reals.
Costume vs Clothing – Making it Last
Duct tape and WD-40 can temporarily fix everything, but you want your costume to survive longer than the judging round. Here we’ll offer the tricks to creating a look to withstand life outside the convention floor.
Cosplay Maypole Dance
Put on your favorite cosplay and join us for the biggest cross-genre extravaganza you’ve ever seen! How would your favorite villain dance around the Maypole? Check the stage schedule for location and time.
Time Traveler Costume Contest
Polish your brass goggles, dust off your time machine, and join us with your finest time-traveling attire! Sign up at the Guest Services booth at the top of the Food Court before 1:30 p.m. Check the stage schedule for location and time. We’ll close our gathering with a group photo.
