Fans of anime, manga, and video games will be delighted to know that there’s no shortage of events which they can look forward to attending this year. To help you keep tabs on what’s on, we’ve compiled a list of upcoming anime conventions in Singapore in 2026 that will make your weeb heart sing.
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Doujin Market is a convention where creators gather to celebrate their love and passion for pop culture. The market will feature over 800 artists, illustrators, and creators from over 24 countries. This means you’ll be spoiled for choice with all the merch there is to browse – from art prints to keychains, acrylic stands, stickers, and even tote bags.
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You can count on merch inspired by famous anime like Howl’s Moving Castle and Jujutsu Kaisen, as well as games like Love in Deepspace and Genshin Impact, which you can buy to display at home.
Even if you’re not a shopper, Doujin Market has a gaming area where you can test out exclusive demos of upcoming games and meet the game developers. They also have live tabletop games – trading card games, board games, and Pokémon, which you can play with other participants.
P.S. There will be a mini Doujin Market in December 2026, which is a cosier, more intimate convention experience. Announcements regarding the venue and admissions will be made on their Instagram page at a later date.
Admission: From $11.45
Date: 9th-10th May
Time: 11.30am-8pm (Day 1), 10.30am-7pm (Day 2)
Venue: 1 Raffles Boulevard, Hall 403-405, Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Singapore 039593
Get tickets for Doujin Market.
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Meet your favourite Vtubers on the football field at the SJ60 Special Day Match. This is a special match between Albirex Niigata FC and Young Lions to celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations between Singapore and Japan.
Hololive Vtubers Sakura Miko, Omaru Polka, Kobo Kanaeru, and Mori Calliope will make appearances on the big screen to liven up the match. Bring along your penlights – you can look forward to original music video screenings, a multilingual challenge segment and an exclusive halftime performance.
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Cop some exclusive merch to commemorate the event – you can get acrylic stands ($29), A4 clear files ($8) and special fan jerseys ($99) featuring your oshi. On event day, there’ll even be an offline-exclusive player-worn jersey ($99) with all 4 Vtubers on it.
Don’t get FOMO if you can’t make it to the stadium, as Mori Calliope will be streaming the festivities live on her channel too.
Admission: $21
Date: 16th May
Time: 6.30pm-9.20pm (Doors open at 5pm)
Venue: Jurong East Stadium, 21 Jurong East Street 31, Singapore 609517
Find out more about the SJ60 Special Day Match.
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If you’ve poured hours into NieR to unlock every single ending, or completed all 76 side quests in Final Fantasy XVI, you would’ve felt how the soundtrack transports you right into the game. THE MUSIC OF SQUARE ENIX – Magic, Memories, and Melodies is coming to Singapore as part of its world tour, so you can experience the charm of these iconic games and their soundtrack in real time.
Be treated to a breathtaking performance as conductor Eric Roth directs the Metropolitan Festival Orchestra and a chorus to play iconic tunes from Square Enix’s collection of games. You’ll also be joined by Yasunori Nishiki and Yoko Shimomura in the audience, the composers behind the featured music.
Admission: From $78
Date: 23rd May
Time: 8pm
Venue: Star Performing Arts Centre, 1 Vista Exchange Green, Singapore 138617
Find out more about THE MUSIC OF SQUARE ENIX.
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Doki Doki Anime Market is known for their artist alley, with hundreds of specially curated booths that include as many anime and video games as possible, with little to no repetition at all. So even if you’re a fan of an underrated anime, there’s a chance that you’ll find something at this market.
Check out their booth list to see if any of your favourite fan artists, games or shows will be exhibiting, with fan-made merch that will be available for purchase. And if you’re not here to shop, you could end up making friends or finding a new favourite artist to follow.
Admission: From $11.58
Date: 6th-7th June
Time: 11am-8pm
Venue: 1 Raffles Boulevard, Hall 406, Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Singapore 039593
Get tickets to Doki Doki anime market.
Cosplayers, this event is for you. Cos Haven is a one-day event for cosplayers to don their most elaborate costumes. The highlight of the event is the free studio shoot – pose for the camera and show off your fit without worrying about any photobombs.
Anyone looking to improve their cosplay is in luck, as there’ll be cosplay workshops lined up for the event. They’ll also have a small cosplay flea market where you can buy trinkets, merch and secondhand cosplay goods.
Admission: Free
Date: 6th June
Time: 11am-8pm
Venue: *SCAPE, Singapore 237978
Find out more about Cos Haven.
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Hoyofest is a celebration of Hoyoverse’s hit games – Genshin Impact, Honkai Starrail, and Zenless Zone Zero. The festival aims to honour not just the games, but also the people who’ve supported them. Here, you can meet like-minded fans, make friends, and literally step into the Hoyoverse.
They’ll have fan cosplay and fan art showcases on their live stage, so dress up as your favourite Hoyoverse character or participate in their art showcase if you’d like to gain recognition for being a hardcore fan.
Admission: TBA
Date: 31st July – 2nd August
Time: TBA
Venue: 1 Raffles Boulevard, Hall 403, Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Singapore 039593
Find out more about Hoyofest 2026.
Gotta catch’em all? Complete your Pokémon card collection over at Randamu World. Beyond the regular artist alley, there’s also a dedicated sellers and trading zone for Pokémon and other TCGs. Who knows, you might find that last card you need for the perfect competition deck.
Admission: Free
Date: 15th-16th August
Time: 11am-8pm (Day 1), 11am-7pm (Day 2)
Venue: 1 Raffles Boulevard, Hall 403, Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Singapore 039593
Find out more about Randamu World.
Image credit: @animefestivalasia via Instagram
Anime Festival Asia is a core event for all anime fans, showcasing the latest anime, pop culture, manga, and novels. Every cranny of the convention hall will be crammed with things to do – live performances, meet-and-greets with celebrity cosplayers, and a Creators Hub where you can shop for fan-made or official merch.
They even have a food street if you’re feeling peckish at the event. If you’re not into shopping, you can bask in the festive atmosphere at their Day stage, which will have talk shows, live performances, and stage appearances from famous anime voice actors.
Image credit: @animefestivalasia via Instagram
Admissions are to be announced, but we expect Admissions to be in the $28-$30 range. Keep a lookout on their website for more updates.
Admission: TBA
Date: 27th-29th November
Venue: 1 Raffles Boulevard, Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Singapore 039593
Find out more about Anime Festival Asia.
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Singapore Comic Con is where fans of comic culture gather. The convention celebrates comics, toys, and gaming – there will be something for everyone, even the normies. Come as a comic book character, or cosplay as your favourite show or game character. SGCC is known for their cosplay competitions, where you can win prizes worth up to $3,000.
Admission: TBA
Date: 5th-6th December
Time: 10am-8pm
Venue: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore 018956
Find out more about Singapore Comic Con.
Grab your friends and head down to any of these conventions – we guarantee that the welcoming atmosphere will be a fun experience for everyone, even if you’re not a huge anime fan.
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Cover image adapted from: @sgcomiccon, @seiji606_ & @gaiel.cos via Instagram
Originally published on 23rd April 2025. Last updated by Andrea Chandra Putri on 13th April 2026.
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