The National Mascot Championship is a skit competition where mascots bring their characters to life and compete to be crowned the best in their division. Held at the conclusion of Higher Impact Entertainment’s World Famous Mascot Training Camp, the championship celebrates creativity, storytelling, and the art of mascot performance.

Created by Mascots, for Mascots

The championship was developed by professionals who understand the craft from inside the suit. That expertise shapes the competition and its judging.

Our judges are respected, accomplished mascot professionals recognized among the best in the field. They have performed at the highest levels and remain actively working in the professional sports and entertainment industry. They bring extensive experience and a practiced understanding of character development, storytelling, audience engagement, and exceptional mascot performance.

Competition Divisions

  • Jr. High Division: For mascots representing junior high and middle schools.

  • High School Division: For mascots representing high schools.

  • College+ Division: For mascots at the collegiate level and beyond.

The Performance

Each mascot presents a family-friendly skit set to music, lasting 90 seconds to two minutes. Competitors bring together a creative theme, storytelling, props, and their character’s personality to deliver an engaging performance.

What Judges Look For

Performances are evaluated on music integration; crowd appeal, activation, and interaction; creativity; energy, animation, and enthusiasm; prop usage; and overall impression.

Bring your character. Tell your story. Compete for the crown.