Sharjah Animation Conference will be held from 1-4 May 2025 at Expo Centre Sharjah.

• Open to anyone aged 15 years and above.
  
• Solo and duo entries only (duos share one prize if they win).
• Online pre-registration is mandatory. No walk-ins.

Doors open at 12:00 PM on Day 2.

Doors open at 10:00 PM on Day 3.

Doors open at 10:00 PM on Day 4.

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• All participants must be 15 years old or above on the day of the competition.
  
  
• Participants who are under the age of 18 are required to upload a signed consent form from a parent or legal guardian as part of their registration.
  
  
• Proof of age (e.g., valid ID) may be requested at event check-in.

Yes, you can purchase single-day tickets that allow access to the event on specific days. Please refer to our tickets page for more details.

Costumes must be decent and PG-13 appropriate at all times. Outfits that are too revealing or offensive are strictly prohibited in Sharjah’s public setting. This includes:

• No nudity or extreme scantiness
  
  
• Costumes must cover from the collarbone to mid-thigh for all genders
  
  
• No sheer or skin-tone illusion materials
  
  
• If a character’s design is revealing, participants must modify it (e.g., bodysuit, leggings, or undershirt) to maintain modesty
  
  

The organizers reserve the right to disqualify or ask a cosplayer to cover up if a costume is deemed inappropriate during the event.

The minimum age for children to attend is 12 years old for workshops and 10 years old for talks, panels, concerts and screenings.

Cosplays must not include any politically, socially, or religiously controversial themes, symbols, or messages. This means:

• No political statements, slogans, or national flags
  
  
• No depictions of religious figures or culturally sensitive attire
  
  
• No gore, vulgar language, or sexual themes in costume or performance
  
  
• Avoid any symbols or colors that may be interpreted as controversial or offensive under local laws
  
  

Keep all costumes and performances family-friendly and culturally respectful.

Yes, there is parking available at the venue, including designated areas for persons with disabilities.

Cosplayers may portray characters of any gender, but they must not violate UAE decency laws.

• Male participants are not allowed to wear attire associated with female characters that may be interpreted as cross-dressing in public
  
  
• Female participants dressing as male characters is permitted, as long as the costume meets public dress code standards
  
  

When in doubt, participants are encouraged to consult with the organizers during the costume approval process.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the venue. Connection details will be provided at the entrance and registration areas.

To maintain safety for all attendees:

Not Allowed:

• Real or functional weapons (of any type)
  
  
• Metal blades, sharp or blunt objects
  
  
• Working projectiles (e.g., nerf darts, arrows with tips)
  
  
• Fire, smoke effects, lasers, fireworks, or pyrotechnics
  
  

Allowed (with inspection):

• Clearly fake foam, plastic, or cardboard props
  
  
• Replica guns with a bright orange tip
  
  
• Bows without strings, arrows without tips
  
  
• Lightweight, non-hazardous accessories
  
  

All props will be inspected by security staff at check-in. If deemed unsafe:

• Props may be tagged or stored
  
  
• The cosplayer may continue without the item
  
  
• Items that violate rules must be removed from the venue
  
  

Participants are advised to seek approval in advance for any ambiguous props.

Tickets can be accessed via the confirmation email sent after purchase or by logging into the event app.