THE Great GeekFest RETURNS!
Great GeekFest 2026 | Friday, November 6, 4 – 9 PM | Delaware Branch Library
The Great GeekFest returns for its 9th year to celebrate everything fans of all ages geek out over! This awesome and unique comic-con-style event is held in the realm of all geekdoms – THE LIBRARY – and will feature everything from vendors and artists to comics and cosplay.
We are currently on a side-quest to gather all the information you will need to locate and enjoy this amazing event!
Browse this site to discover all the cool things to enjoy at GeekFest 2026.
Cosplay, gaming, film, comic, and casual fans alike will find something to pique their interest this year. As always, all events are FREE, and all ages are welcome to attend.
Cosplay is a big part of every single GeekFest. There are prizes to be won and friends to impress, so start planning yours now. Be sure to check the rules — you’ll find them on the Rules and Policies page, or you can download a PDF here.
Are you ready to rock the runway? Sign up now!
What kind of geeks would we be if we didn’t share some of our favorite geeky books, graphic novels, and films? Read on for some of our faves, and be sure to check out a few before (and during!) GeekFest.
Download a PDF of the rules here, or read on!
To participate in the Cosplay Contest, all contestants must register BEFORE 1 PM on the day of the contest. No exceptions will be granted to those who miss this final deadline.
The Cosplay Contest is for all ages, everyone is welcome! There will be a first, second, and third place prize, along with two honorable mentions. Contestants are judged on their overall creativity, performance, construction and presentation of their costume, as well as their general embodiment of their character.
Runway walks must be appropriate for all ages—no explicit gestures, nudity, or any type of physical interaction with audience members. No gun-like weapons/props are allowed in the building. We do not allow throwing of glitter or confetti. No projectiles, flash pots, flash paper, explosive devices, pyrotechnics, or special effects of any kind are allowed.
There is no group category; all contestants must walk as individuals. Contestants in the children’s division may walk with an adult, but only the child’s costume will be judged.
New to this year, the different age divisions will walk at set times throughout the early afternoon, to prevent general confusion and overcrowding. At each division’s set time, all contestants will be called behind the main stage to line up and then walk. If a contestant arrives after their division has begun walking, they will not be allowed to participate. Contestants are encouraged to begin arriving at the main stage 5-10 minutes before their age division’s set time begins.
The schedule of the contest is as follows:
1:00 PM – Final Registration Cut-Off
1:45 PM – Begin Children’s Line-Up & Reminder: Contest Soon to Start
2:00 PM – Children’s Category
2:30 PM – Teen Category
3:00 PM – Adult Category
3:30 PM – Staff Cosplay
3:45-4:00 PM – Winners Announced & Prizes Awarded
Contestants need not stay and watch every contestant walk the runway. Individuals are welcome to leave the main stage audience area to enjoy other Geek Fest activities and return when awards are given at 3:45 PM. Should a contestant be unable to return to the stage and claim their prize, they will be contacted after GeekFest with other opportunities to do so.
First, Second, and Third Prize Boxes contain a variety of goodies from a multitude of fandoms! Such content includes but is not limited to: books and graphic novels, DVDs/Blurays, Funko Pop figures, tabletop gaming memorabilia, soundtrack CDs, art supplies, and more. Honorable Mentions (2) prizes will be awarded a button and commemorative GGF cup filled with geeky swag!
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Please click here to download a copy of Great GeekFest rules and policies.
The Great Geek Fest and the Delaware County District Library WILL NOT TOLERATE harassment of any kind, including but not limited to:
If a person engages in harassing behavior, Library Staff will take prompt action in any form they deem appropriate, including expulsion from the event. Our policy applies to EVERYONE at the convention. Exhibitors, Fans (Attendees), Speakers, Guests, Professionals, Press, Staff, Volunteers, and Security are all subject to our Anti-Harassment Policy.
Anyone can report harassment. If someone’s behavior has made you uncomfortable, or if you witness the same happening to someone else, you should immediately contact a Library Staff Member, Security Officer or Volunteer.
If necessary, we will contact local law enforcement, provide escort, offer a safe place or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment to make sure they feel safe for the rest of the event.
Remember: Cosplay is not consent. Keep your hands to yourself. If you would like to take a picture with or of another GGF attendee, always ask first and respect that person’s right to say no. When at GGF, be respectful, be nice, be cool and be kind to each other.
The Great Geek Fest Committee’s mission is to create a fun, safe, welcoming, awesome event where Fans of all kinds can come together and celebrate. We want you to not only have the most amazing day ever, but to experience it in an environment where you are safe and accepted. As Fans ourselves, we understand the importance of creating a safe space for everyone who attends The Great Geek Fest.

















