What is International Cosplay League?

International Cosplay League (ICL) is a prestigious global cosplay competition created and organized by Japan Weekend, the largest pop culture convention in Spain. The first edition of ICL was held in 2017, bringing together participants from 11 countries across three different continents.

The finals of the 2025 edition will take place on September 20th and 21st, 2025, in Madrid.

How does the competition work? 

Each participating country selects one solo contestant and one duo team.
The duo category is judged based on a combination of performance (60%) and craftsmanship (40%), while the solo category is judged exclusively on craftsmanship, with no performance required.

What are the awards at the finals?

The first place winners will receive a cash prize: 2000€ for the duo category and 1000€ for the solo category. Second and third place winners in both categories will receive sponsored prizes, which will be announced closer to the event.

What activities are included during the finals?

At ICL, we believe cosplay competitions should also be a celebration of community and culture. In addition to the two-day convention, all finalists will enjoy a full program of exclusive activities, including a welcome party, guided sightseeing tours, and private group dinners featuring traditional regional cuisine.

Our goal is to make every contestant’s experience unforgettable — both on and off the stage.