Event Name

Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival 2026 Powered by dwango

Dates

Fri,Oct 30,  Sat,Oct 31,  Sun,Nov1, 2026 

● IKEHALO Night
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 : 4:30-10:30PM
*The recommended age is 18 years and older. (High school students are not allowed to enter.)
* Age verification will be conducted at the entrance reception with identification.

● Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival 2026
Sat, Oct 31, 2026: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sun, Nov 1, 2026: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Date and Time

IKEHALO Night
Fri, Oct 30, 2026 
・Photography hours: 4:30 PM –9:30 PM *Underground parking area opens at 5:30 PM
・Changing room hours: 4:30 PM–10:30 PM
* Please arrive at the final reception by 9:30 PM on the day of the event.
(Registration closes after 9:31 PM, and entry will not be permitted.) 

Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival 2026
Sat, Oct 31& Sun,Nov 1, 2026
・Reception hours: Premium 8:45 AM–5:00PM / General 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
・Changing room hours: Premium 8:45 AM – 6:00 PM / General 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
・Stage time: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM
・Shooting hours: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
*Usage times vary depending on the ticket.
*Please note that times may change depending on circumstances.

Venue

● IKEHALO Night
Ikebukuro/Sunshine City

● Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival
Ikebukuro Area

Production

Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival Executive Committee

Official website

https://ikebukurocosplay.jp/

Please check the participation rules for the Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival 2026 before you come.
By attending, you are deemed to have agreed to the "Participation Rules".

▼What is cosplay registration?
This ticket is required for cosplay participation. It allows you to use the changing rooms and luggage storage area.
The reception hours, available dates, and benefits vary depending on the ticket.

[Ticket details]

● Premium 3-Day Ticket (Limited Quantity)
This set includes tickets for three days during the 'IKEHALO' event period (Fri, Oct 30; Sat, Oct 31; Sun, Nov 1), allowing you to fully enjoy the three days of IKEHALO.
The following three days of tickets are included as a set.
・Fri, Oct 30 IKEHALO Night Tickets
・Sat, Oct 31 Premium Ticket
・Sun, Nov 1 Premium Ticket

["Premium 3-Days Ticket" Limited Benefit ①]
During the IKEHALO event, you can leave your luggage in the luggage storage area across the day.
*Only one piece of luggage per person can be left in the luggage storage area across two days.
* Luggage deposit and collection is limited to the baggage storage hours.
The times when you can use the luggage storage area are the same as the changing room hours for each day.

["Premium 3-Days Ticket" Limited Benefit ②]
From the day after you register, you can go directly to the changing room, luggage storage area, and photo shoot without having to wait in line at the reception desk.
*Please remember to bring the participation certificate given to you at the reception desk the next day and beyond.
(Please note that if you forget, you will not be able to participate.)
Those who purchase this ticket will also be eligible for the benefits of the "Premium Ticket."

[Premium Ticket Benefits]
・Benefit 1: Changing room usage hours 8:45 -18:00
・Benefit 2: Access to partner photography studios
・Benefit 3: Access to the hospitality area
・Benefit 4: Streaming Spaces and charging areas available
・Benefit 5: Priority access to cosplay docks
・Benefit 6: Allows you to ride the 'IKEHALO Exclusive IKEBUS'

*The Cosplay Dock is a place where you can get help with repairs and first aid for costumes and equipment. It is also open to general ticket holders during less crowded times.

● 'IKEHALO Night Ticket'
This ticket is for participating in the 'IKEHALO Night' held at Ikebukuro/Sunshine City from 4:30 PM Fri, Oct 30.
Registration and photography hours are from 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM.
*The recommended age is 18 years and older. (High school students are not allowed to enter.)
*Age verification will be conducted at the entrance reception with identification.
*Please arrive by the last reception by 9:30 PM on the day. (Registration after 9:31 PM will not be possible, and participation will not be possible.) ）

● Premium Ticket
This ticket is for participating in the 'IKEHALO' event held Sat, Oct 31 & Sun, Nov 1 10:00 AM-.
*A ticket for the number of days you participate is required. (If you plan to attend both days, Sat, Oct 31 & Sun, Nov 1, you will need to purchase 2 tickets. ）
Premium tickets are packed with great perks that let you fully enjoy IKEHALO all day long.
Those who purchase this ticket will be eligible for the [Premium Ticket Benefits].

[Premium Ticket Benefits]
Cosplay Registration
・Benefit 1: Changing room usage hours 8:45 AM -6:00 PM
・Benefit 2: Access to partner photography studios
・Benefit 3: Streaming Space & Charging Area Available
・Benefit 4: Priority access to cosplay docks
・Benefit 5: Allows you to ride the 'IKEHALO Exclusive IKEBUS'

● General tickets
This ticket is for participating in the 'IKEHALO' event held Sat, Oct 31 & Sun, Nov 1.
This ticket is recommended for those planning to join the 'IKEHALO' around noon or for those who want to join with a reasonable ticket.
*A ticket for the number of days you participate is required. (Sat, Oct 31 & Sun, Nov 1 If you plan to attend both days, you will need to purchase 2 tickets. ）
Cosplay registration and changing room usage hours are "11:00 AM - 6:00 PM."

[Ticket sales period]
・3-day Ticket: Advance tickets: Thu, Oct 29 until 11:59 PM, same-day tickets: Sat, Oct 31 until 4:00 PM
・ IKEHALO Night Tickets Advance tickets: Thu, Oct 29 until 11:59 PM, same-day tickets: Fri, Oct 30 until 8:30 PM
・Premium Tickets, General Tickets [Tickets for Sat, Oct 31] Advance tickets: Fri, Oct 30 until 11:59 PM, Same-day tickets: Sat, Oct 31 until 4:00 PM [Tickets for Sun, Nov 1] Advance tickets: Sat, Oct 31 until 11:59 PM, Same-day tickets: Sun, Nov 1 until 4:00 PM
*The number of tickets is limited. Please note that tickets may sell out during the sales period.
*Even if tickets are sold out, if payment deadlines are missed, they may be resold.
Even if tickets are re-released, we cannot exchange them for tickets already purchased. Also, we cannot provide information about cancellation timing, so please understand.

[Age restrictions]
IKEHALO Night: Held Fri, Oct 30
・Target age is 18 years or older. (High school students are not allowed to enter.) We will ask for your ID to verify your age at the entrance reception.

Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival 2026: Sat, Oct 31 & Sun, Nov 1
There are no age restrictions.
Children under elementary school age can only participate in the event if accompanied by a guardian.
The participation fee is 500 yen for elementary school students (please pay in cash at the Kids Ticket reception on the day of the event), and it is free for preschool children.
• Participation is free for elementary school children residing in Toshima Ward. (Proof of identity is required.)
*A participation fee will also be charged for accompanying guardians.
• Preschool children may use the changing room of the same gender as their guardian.
*Please note that staff reserve the right to refuse entry to the changing room of the opposite sex.
Children under elementary school age are not allowed to act independently. Parents/guardians must accompany their children at all times during the event.

Number limit
Up to 10 tickets per person / Recurring purchase possible

■■■Admission Ticket Photographer Registration■■■

Please check the participation rules for the Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival 2026 before you come.
By attending, you are deemed to have agreed to the "Participation Rules".

▼ What is photographer registration?
This is a ticket required to participate as a photographer. By registering as a photographer, you can enjoy the event in all areas of "IKEHALO".
Luggage storage is also available.
*If you will be participating as a photographer (taking photos) while wearing cosplay, please purchase a cosplay registration ticket.

[Ticket details]

● Premium 3-Day Ticket (Limited Quantity)
This set includes tickets for three days during the 'IKEHALO' event period (Fri, Oct 30; Sat, Oct 31; Sun, Nov 1), allowing you to fully enjoy the three days of IKEHALO.
The following three days of tickets are included as a set.
・Fri, Oct 30 IKEHALO Night Tickets
・Sat, Oct 31 Premium Ticket
・Sun, Nov 1 Premium Ticket

["Premium 3-Days Ticket" Limited Benefit ①]
During the IKEHALO event, you can leave your luggage in the luggage storage area across the day.
*Only one piece of luggage per person can be left in the luggage storage area across two days.
* Luggage deposit and collection is limited to the baggage storage hours.
The times when you can use the luggage storage area are the same as the changing room hours for each day.

["Premium 3-Days Ticket" Limited Benefit ②]
From the day after you register, you can go directly to the changing room, luggage storage area, and photo shoot without having to wait in line at the reception desk.
*Please remember to bring the participation certificate given to you at the reception desk the next day and beyond.
(Please note that if you forget, you will not be able to participate.)
Those who purchase this ticket will also be eligible for the benefits of the "Premium Ticket."

[Premium Ticket Benefits]
・Benefit 1: Reception hours are 8:45 AM - 5:00 PM
・Benefit 2: Access to partner photography studios
・Benefit 3: Access to the hospitality area
・Benefit 4: Streaming Spaces and charging areas available
・Benefit 5: Allows you to ride the 'Ikehara Exclusive IKEBUS'
*Photography is available until 5:00 PM.

● 'IKEHALO Night Ticket'
This ticket is for participating in the 'IKEHALO Night' held at Ikebukuro Sunshine City from 4:30 PM Fri, Octo 30.
Photographer registration and shooting hours are from 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM.
*The recommended age is 18 years and older. (High school students are not allowed to enter.)
* Age verification will be conducted at the entrance reception with identification.
*Please arrive by the last reception by 9:30 PM on the day. (Registration after 9:31 PM will not be possible, and participation will not be possible.) ）

● Premium Ticket
This ticket is for participating in the 'IKEHALO' event held Sat, Oct 31 & Sun, Nov 1 10:00 AM-.
*A ticket for the number of days you participate is required. (If you plan to attend both days, Sat, Oct 31 & Sun, Nov 1, you will need to purchase 2 tickets. ）
Premium tickets are packed with great perks that let you fully enjoy IKEHALO all day long.
Those who purchase this ticket will be eligible for the [Premium Ticket Benefits].

[Premium Ticket Benefits]
Photographer Registration
・Benefit 1: Reception hours are 8:45 AM - 5:00 PM
・Benefit 2: Access to partner photography studios
・Benefit 3: Access to the hospitality area
・Benefit 4: Streaming Spaces and charging areas available
・Benefit 5: Allows you to ride the 'Ikehara Exclusive IKEBUS'
*Photography is available until 5:00 PM.

● General tickets
This ticket is for participating in the 'IKEHALO' event held Sat, Oct 31 & Sun, Nov 1.
*A ticket for the number of days you participate is required. (Sat, Oct 31 & Sun, Nov 1 If you plan to attend both days, you will need to purchase 2 tickets. ）
This ticket is recommended for those planning to join the 'IKEHALO' around noon or for those who want to join with a reasonable ticket.
Photographer registration and shooting hours are from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

● Junior and Senior High School Student Photographer Ticket
*This ticket does not allow access to the changing rooms. If you wish to cosplay, please purchase a cosplay changing room ticket.
*Reception hours are from 11:00 AM.
*This program is for junior high and high school students.
*Please be sure to bring your student ID on the day of the event. If we cannot verify that you are a junior or senior high school student, you will not be able to participate in the event.
*If you are a junior high or high school student and do not have a student ID, please bring a valid school commuter pass or other document that can verify your age.

[Ticket sales period]
・3-day Ticket: Advance tickets: Thu, Oct 29 until 11:59 PM, same-day tickets: Sat, Oct 31 until 4:00 PM
・ IKEHALO Night Tickets Advance tickets: Thu, Oct 29 until 11:59 PM, same-day tickets: Fri, Oct 30 until 8:30 PM
・Premium Tickets, General Tickets [Tickets for Sat, Oct 31] Advance tickets: Fri, Oct 30 until 11:59 PM, Same-day tickets: Sat, Oct 31 until 4:00 PM [Tickets for Sun, Nov 1] Advance tickets: Sat, Oct 31 until 11:59 PM, Same-day tickets: Sun, Nov 1 until 4:00 PM
*The number of tickets is limited. Please note that tickets may sell out during the sales period.
*Even if tickets are sold out, if payment deadlines are missed, they may be resold.
Even if tickets are re-released, we cannot exchange them for tickets already purchased. Also, we cannot provide information about cancellation timing, so please understand.

[Age restrictions]
IKEHALO Night: Held Fri, Oct 30
・Target age is 18 years or older. (High school students are not allowed to enter.) We will ask for your ID to verify your age at the entrance reception.

Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival 2026: Sat, Oct 31 & Sun, Nov 1
・There is no age limit.
・Children under elementary school age may only participate in the event if accompanied by a parent or guardian.

[If your child is participating in cosplay]
The participation fee is 500 yen for elementary school students (please pay in cash at the Kids Ticket reception on the day of the event), and it is free for preschool children.
• Participation is free for elementary school children residing in Toshima Ward. (Proof of identity is required.)
*A participation fee will also be charged for accompanying guardians.
• Preschool children may use the changing room of the same gender as their guardian.
*Please note that staff reserve the right to refuse entry to the changing room of the opposite sex.
Children under elementary school age are not allowed to act independently. Parents/guardians must accompany their children at all times during the event.

Number limit
Up to 10 tickets per person / Recurring purchase possible