BlizzCon 2026 Calls for Cosplay, Art, and Talent Submissions

Blizzard Entertainment opens competitions for community-created content at annual gaming convention

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Blizzard Entertainment has officially opened the submission phase for competitions within the 2026 BlizzCon Community Night. This event celebrates the creativity and passion of the Blizzard community, offering a platform for fans to showcase their talents in areas like cosplay, art, music, and machinima.

Why it matters

BlizzCon Community Night is a key part of the annual BlizzCon gaming convention, allowing Blizzard's dedicated fanbase to take center stage and share their love for the company's iconic franchises. This event has grown in popularity over the years, reflecting the increasing appeal of in-person gaming events that bring developers and players together.

The details

The submission process is now open, allowing artists, cosplayers, and performers to enter their creations for a chance to be featured at BlizzCon 2026. Specific categories and guidelines for each competition will be available on the official BlizzCon website. Participants can submit their work for consideration, hoping to gain recognition and potentially win prizes.

  • BlizzCon 2026 is scheduled to take place on September 12-13, 2026.
  • Attendees can pick up badges and wristbands starting September 11, 2026.
  • Early bird BlizzCon Passes were available from November 7, 2025, through November 9, 2025.
  • Standard rate passes went on sale November 18, 2025.

The players

Blizzard Entertainment

A major video game developer and publisher known for iconic franchises like Warcraft, StarCraft, Diablo, Hearthstone, Heroes of the Storm, and Overwatch.

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What’s next

Participants can submit their work for the various competitions through the official BlizzCon website. The winners will be announced and featured during the 2026 BlizzCon event.

The takeaway

BlizzCon's Community Night showcases the incredible creativity and passion of Blizzard's dedicated fanbase, reflecting the growing popularity of in-person gaming events that bring players and developers together in a celebration of shared interests and community.