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Let’s say that Emerald City Comic Con is one of the finest shows in the Pacific Northwest. (It is.) Let’s also say that it’s a show that has some of the greatest cosplayers around (it does), and that you’re looking to attend to show off your own cosplay to the best effect — wouldn’t it be great if there was a way to maximize that experience, and also get some exclusive perks in the process? Good news, friends — the new Cosplay VIP package for ECCC 2026 is exactly what you’re looking for.

The ECCC 2026 Cosplay VIP ticket includes:

• Private Cosplay Lounge Access including private changing area, cosplay repair supplies & more  
• Charging stations, private ATM, water, and coat check   
• Priority seating for Cosplay Central Crown Championships on Saturday evening 
• First access onto the Show Floor   
• Access to VIP hotel block  
• Access to 2027 VIP Ticket Presale   
• ECCC 2026 Cosplay-themed VIP Swag Bag 
• Access to Exclusive VIP-Only Cosplay Workshop 
• 10% discount at the Official Show Store onsite at show  
• 1 complimentary Thursday ticket to bring your bestie  

Sounds like a pretty good deal, right? The ECCC 2026 Cosplay VIP ticket will cost $255 to just make that offer a little more enticing.

Here’s what you need to know about getting one of these VIP passes. They’ll be available as part of the general on-sale process for the 2026 event, which opens Thursday, August 28 at 12:00PM Pacific time. We’re expecting them to go pretty quickly though, which means that the best way to grab one would be via the Popverse Superfan 24-hour presale, which begins Wednesday, August 27 at 12:00PM Pacific, and is (as the name suggests) only open to people with a Popverse Superfan membership.

In order to be included in the Popverse Superfan 24-hour presale, you’ll need to make sure that you’ve signed up for a Superfan membership by the end of August 26 and then follow instructions you’ll receive via email.

ECCC 2026 tickets go on sale Thursday, August 28 at 12:00PM Pacific, with the Popverse Superfan 24-hour presale launching Wednesday, August 27 at 12:00PM Pacific. We look forward to seeing you at the show — and we already know you’ll be looking your best.

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