Cosplay Con 2 Brings Al Wahda Mall to Life with Creativity, Culture & Community

Cosplay Con 2 Brings Al Wahda Mall to Life with Creativity, Culture & Community

Abu Dhabi, UAE 17 ديسمبر 2025 : Al Wahda Mall once again transformed into a vibrant hub of pop-culture excitement with the return of Cosplay Con 2. The two-day celebration drew hundreds of anime fans, gamers, and performance enthusiasts, cementing the mall’s reputation as Abu Dhabi’s leading lifestyle and entertainment destination.

From dynamic cosplay competitions and catwalks to electrifying K-pop dance challenges, interactive anime games, and panels with international stars, the event offered a feast of imagination. Fans enjoyed meet-and-greet sessions and photo signings with celebrity cosplayers Prince De Guzman and Aiien Iverson, while performances by Horizon Dance, MOSSY_Cosplay, and Sinister 6 Crew kept energy levels soaring.

Speaking on the success of the event, Mayank M Pal, General Manager of Al Wahda Mall said: “Cosplay Con 2 exceeded all expectations as our mall came alive with color, talent, and community spirit. It is wonderful to see how events like this unite people from different cultures through creativity and shared passion. At Al Wahda Mall, we are proud to provide a platform where art, entertainment, and youth culture thrive side by side.”

The weekend also featured workshops, panels such as “From Local Stage to Global Spotlight: The Cosplayer’s Journey,” and engaging contests powered by online communities. The lively atmosphere attracted families and a young crowd generating strong footfall and wide social-media buzz across both English and Arabic audiences.

With its successful second edition, Cosplay Con 2 reinforces Al Wahda Mall’s commitment to curating memorable, inclusive experiences that celebrate art, diversity, and youth culture, all while positioning the mall as Abu Dhabi’s premier venue for lifestyle entertainment.