Any tips on what's fun to do? Go into the merch hall, stock up on merch, talk to people about your soplay or theirs, or both, pose for pictures with others, take pictures, etc.. In most events there are little parties. Like in Manifest, they have an anime ball, where cosplayers get together to have a formal night in all anime ball gowns. There's also midnight opening and such. Take as many friends as you can! Stuff is always much fun to do if you have people to accompany you. What should I avoid? Avoid going into the large crowds of people. When I went to Manifest in Melbourne last year, the merchandise hall was PACKED. It was so hard to move in there, and my wig got knotty from all the rustling and such. Also it is harder to make your way around with a large cosplay hand-held item.