The best cosplay from New York Comic Con 2021

Olivia Singh,Kirsten AcunaOct 10, 2021, 12:44 IST

Four cosplayers dressed as different versions of Spider-Man at New York Comic Con 2021.Nyke Harewood/Insider

New York Comic Con is back at the Javits Center after going virtual in 2020 due to the pandemic.
Insider attended the scaled back four-day event, which includes in-person activities this year, from October 7 to 10.

Cosplayer Ariel Krupnik had a creative interpretation of the Marvel character Deadpool.

A cosplayer's interpretation of Deadpool at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Spider-Man variants were one of the most popular looks this year. This group recreated the famous Spider-Man Pointing at Spider-Man meme on Thursday.

Four cosplayers dressed as different versions of Spider-Man at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Even more Spider-Man variations got together the following day outside of Javits.

Cosplayers dressed as different versions of Spider-Man during Day 2 of New York Comic Con 2021 at Jacob Javits Center on October 08, 2021 in New York City. Bennett Raglin/Getty Images for ReedPop

Spidey and Mr. Stark reunited on the floor.

Spidey and Tony pose at NYCC 2021 on Saturday, October 9. Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for ReedPop

Spider-Man villains were on hand, too.

Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for ReedPop

This impressive version of Marvel villain Vulture, seen in "Spider-Man: Homecoming," took a month to sketch and plan out.

A cosplayer dressed as Vulture from "Spider-Man: Homecoming" at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Venom and his symbiotes made their way to the convention center.

Carnage is pulled along by a symbiote as Spidey follows behind. Bennett Raglin/Getty Images for ReedPop

This custom-made Lego Carnage was created over one weekend using recycled cardboard.

A cosplayer dressed as Lego Carnage at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

A group of four cosplayers dressed as rocker versions of Venom and Carnage.

A group of four cosplayers dressed as rocker versions of Venom at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

They weren't the only bad guy on hand. "Black Widow" villain Taskmaster was ready for action.

A cosplayer dressed as Taskmaster at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

This elaborate costume of Marvel character Beta Ray Bill took a month-and-a-half to create.

A cosplayer dressed as Beta Ray Bill at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

This costume of the Marvel character Cable cost $300 and took 40 hours to make.

A cosplayer dressed as Marvel character Cable at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

This cosplayer dressed as a comic-book accurate Wolverine.

A cosplayer dressed as Wolverine at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Loki variants were plentiful at NYCC following the release of season one of "Loki" earlier this year on Disney+.

Two cosplayers dressed as Loki and Kid Loki at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Two cosplayers dressed as Marvel characters Scarlet Witch and Captain America posed for photos together.

Scarlet Witch and Captain America were among the Avengers costumes seen at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

This Doctor Strange looked like he stepped straight out of the multiverse.

A cosplayer dressed as Doctor Strange at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Many variations of the Caped Crusader roamed the Con.

A cosplayer dressed as Batman at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Krupnik returned Saturday with another killer Batman look.

A cosplayer dressed as a New York version of Batman at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

One of the more unique Batman cosplays we've ever seen is this wacky inflatable tubeman interpretation of the Dark Knight.

A cosplayer dressed as a wacky Batman at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Steampunk Batman may be our favorite new version of the Bat.

A cosplayer dressed as Steampunk Batman during Day 3 of New York Comic Con 2021. Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images for ReedPop

When fans aren't dressing up as Batman, they love channeling DC villains.

From left: Cosplayers dressed as Nightwing Joker, Deathstroke, and Gaslight Joker at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

This custom Catwoman suit took 23 hours and $300 to bring to life.

Michelle Pfeiffer's version of Catwoman is always a popular choice at NYCC. Pfeiffer played the iconic character in the 1992 film "Batman Returns." Nyke Harewood/Insider

It's not often you see a great Two-Face at the Con. It's rarer to see a gender-swapped take on the iconic Batman villain.

We love a gender-swapped villain. Craig Barritt/Getty Images for ReedPop

Walking around Comic Con is tough enough, but imagine rolling around on $200 skates.

A cosplayer dressed as Harley Quinn on rollerblades at New York Comic Con 2021. That's dedication. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Harley Quinn is always a Con favorite and this custom renaissance look cost an estimated $500.

Cosplayer Harley Nox is seen at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

The Krusty Krab pizza is the pizza for you and me.

This cosplayer had a fun interpretation of Spongebob. Nyke Harewood/Insider

We need a hero and padawan Shrek has come to save the day.

Sure, Shrek can have a lightsaber, why not? Nyke Harewood/Insider

This Stay Puft Marshmallow Man from "Ghostbusters" delighted a young attendee.

A cosplayer dressed as the Stay Puft Marshmallow from "Ghostbusters" at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Pokémon was well-represented this year, with two attendees dressing as Team Rocket and Pikachu.

A pair of cosplayers taking inspiration from Pokémon's Team Rocket and Pikachu. Nyke Harewood/Insider

We love a fun mash-up and this one was really clever.

Cosplayers dressed as mashups of Ash Ketchum/Wednesday Addams and Ash Williams from "Evil Dead." Nyke Harewood/Insider

Of course people were dressed up as characters from "Squid Game."

Cosplayers dressed as Squid Game soldiers during Day 2 of New York Comic Con 2021 at Jacob Javits Center on October 08, 2021 in New York City. Bennett Raglin/Getty Images for ReedPop

It was a big year for Super Mario-themed cosplay.

Since everyone had to wear masks on site, some cleverly incorporated their masks into their cosplay as this Luigi did. Nyke Harewood/Insider

This Princess Peach looked regal on Friday.

A cosplayer dressed as Princess Peach at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Who needs Bowser when you can have Bowsette?

Bowsette shows off her claws. Nyke Harewood/Insider

They weren't the only princesses around. This fan looked regal while dressed as Brandy from the 1997 "Cinderella" film.

A cosplayer dressed as Brandy in "Cinderella" at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

The green lights included in this Tinker Bell costume added to its magic.

A cosplayer dressed as Tinker Bell at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

This Maleficent cosplay is gorgeous.

This Maleficent looked spot-on. The mask was a nice touch. Craig Barritt/Getty Images for ReedPop

This fan took their Disney love to another level by dressing up as a Disney park carousel.

A cosplayer taking inspiration from Disney amusement parks at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

This custom made Oogie Boogie costume took one month and $100 to make.

The popular Tim Burton film was released in 1993 and centered on a character named Jack Skellington. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Of course, with Halloween around the corner, there were classic horror characters on site, too.

A cosplayer dressed as Freddy Krueger at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Even though the "It" franchise wrapped in 2019, interpretations of Pennywise are still popular.

A cosplayer dressed as Pennywise at New York Comic Con 2021. Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images for ReedPop

This cosplayer put a unique spin on Pennywise the Clown with DIY painting on the skirt and fake blood dripping down her legs and high heels.

We loved this gender-swapped take on the character. Nyke Harewood/Insider

How incredible is this "BioShock" cosplay?

Big Daddy competed in Saturday night's Cosplay Central Crown Championships at NYCC during Day 3 of New York Comic Con 2021. Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for ReedPop

Anime characters were very common this year.

A cosplayer dressed as Saitama from "One-Punch Man" at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

This elaborate Elenka cosplay took two and a half months to create.

How gorgeous is this cosplay? Nyke Harewood/Insider

"My Hero Academia" is another popular anime.

A cosplayer dressed as Himiko Toga from "My Hero Academia" at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

This cosplayer had their dog get in on their "One Piece" look.

A cosplayer dressed as "One Piece" character Roronoa Zoro and holding a dog dressed as Luffy at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood

This Master Roshi looks like he stepped out of "Dragon Ball."

A cosplayer dressed as Master Roshi from "Dragon Ball" at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

This custom "Dragon Ball" cosplay took about three weeks to create.

A cosplayer dressed as "Dragon Ball" character Great Saiyaman at New York Comic Con 2021. Nyke Harewood/Insider

With "The Walking Dead" in its final season, #TWDFamily came out each day of the Con to meet up.

This cosplayer appeared as Negan while holding a walker head. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Rick Grimes may have left "TWD" in 2018, but he's still a fan favorite.

Rick's currently MIA on "TWD," but his presence is felt at the Cons. Nyke Harewood/Insider

Merle may have been killed off the show years ago, but fans still dress up as the character.

Merle lost his hand on season one of "TWD" and then cleverly turned his arm into a weapon. Nyke Harewood/Insider

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