Costumes and encounters: Shiroco inspires Cosplayer in Chemnitz!

Costumes and encounters: Shiroco inspires Cosplayer in Chemnitz!

Chemnitz, Deutschland - On July 13, 2025, the Stadthalle Chemnitz will once again become the scene of creativity and enthusiasm for the anime and manga world when the third edition of the Shirocon takes place. At this convention, cosplayers present their impressive costumes, which are more than mere disguises. Here crafts and art merge into an experience that attracts fans from all over the region. The MDR reports that can be found among the cosplayers Phillip Ringer, which imitates the scar from Anakin Skywalker in detail with perfect make-up. A cool trick to reduce sweating on hot summer days!

The event not only offers breathtaking costumes, but also a dealer mile that has everything from fan articles to wigs to silicone ears. The lectures by synchronous speakers such as Daniel Schlauch, who embodies the voice of Monkey D. Luffy from "One Piece", are particularly exciting. Visitors such as the visually impaired Peggy Granica can also be infected by the positive atmosphere.

creativity and workshops

Another highlight of the Shirocon is the costume of Jonas Schönewald. With his “Wasteland” ensemble, which he made out of garbage, he shows how recycling and cosplay can go hand in hand. Schönewald, which has been traveling in the cosplay scene for a decade and offers workshops for young talents, encourages everyone to pursue their own ideas and not stand in the shadow of others.

events like the Shirocon are not only important for the local people, but also represent an entire culture. Throughout Germany, numerous anime and manga conventions take place, each of which set their own focus. These events, which range from Cosplay competitions to workshops, are now very popular and are attracting more and more visitors. This is how stadtleben.de reports of other popular events, including the Animagic in Mannheim and Dokomi in Düsseldorf, which comes up with a variety of offers.

look into the future: Yunicon 2024

For the anime events scheduled next year, fans should also mark an appointment in the calendar: the Yunicon 2024 will take place from October 31 to November 3 in the Multiversum Schwechat, Austria. This event brings anime, manga and cosplay fans together from all over Germany and beyond. Among other things, the “Anime All Stars”, which occur on the opening day, provide entertainment. Workshops and competitions promise creative content, and gaming fans also get their money's worth on the tournament. The [Blog by Alex Truver] (https://alexstruever.com/yunicon-2024- anime-and-cosplay-Event-des-jahres/) emphasizes that the tickets are available in advance from 25 euros-definitely a price that should be treated, because the Yunicon is often sold out.

The large number of such events show that the anime and cosplay community forms a lively and creative mass not only in Germany, but worldwide. The Shirocon in Chemnitz and the upcoming Yunicon in Austria prove that this trend is far from reaching its climax. Fans should not miss the opportunity to celebrate their passion and become part of this colorful community.