Level Up at The Levee Saturday 2 May, 2-8pm
Get set for an epic collision of cosplay, pop culture, comics and gaming on Saturday 2 May 2026 at Level Up at The Levee! An immersive afternoon-into-evening of shared passions, fandom and creativity that draws hundreds to the heart of Central Maitland.
BOOM! Bust into a blockbuster dimension of cosplay and interactive experiences at the Shared Zone from 2pm to 8pm.
POW! Strike a pose with stellar ambassadors. We’re talking eye-popping sustainable style from Babyshivers of Pixie Dust Events and the Disney Princess magic of Keely Mitchell. Multi-award winning Siofora Cosplay known for her intricate gaming builds. And Infamous Fallout hero Jamie who was recently commissioned to create a full set of armour for PAXAUS convention.
“I’m looking forward to my second year enjoying Level Up and sharing crafting techniques with like-minded peers,” Jamie says. “There were so many exceptional Cosplayers last year it was very difficult to pick a competition winner. It’s an absolute joy to be part of and amazing to take home a bit of that excitement thanks to Magnetic Shots.”
BAM! Brush up on your Cosplay Etiquette so you can keep your cool once the excitement kicks in.
It’s a full afternoon-into-evening mash-up of Marvel, anime/manga, fantasy, gaming and horror characters. You take your pick and dress to WIN!
ZAP! Get your game on for a shot at winning a $300 to The Levee retailer of your choice, in the Cosplay Awards. Sign-up on the day for:
- Kids Cosplay Catwalk (12 and under) – non-competitive
- Beginner Cosplay Competition
- Intermediate Cosplay Competition
- Master Cosplay Competition
KA-BOOM ! Capture your moment in the spotlight at the Cosplay Photo Wall at The Bourke Street Link. Magnetic Shots will put a professional spin on your costumed crew and print you up a personalised magnet to take home and keep the memories alive.
SMASH! Hit local retail outlets at the epicentre of the Level Up hub. Tactica Hobbies, Games Maitland and Tomcat Books. Get your hands on some great deals, coveted collectables and new release games. Comics Games Entertainment will bring the fun with special deals.
Build and be amazed by awesome Lego displays. Put together by local groups and activities from Bricks 4 Kids.
OMG! So much choice! Get your fix at curated cosplay and collectibles market stalls for treasures with a twist.
SNAP! Recharge with easy eats on the go like burgers, bento or pizza, or spice things up with Mex or Thai.
So many great things packed into 6 fun filled hours on one Saturday at The Levee.
Well played central Maitland, well played!