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27/09/2025

Cosplay Mania 2025: The Breeze of Cosplay Awesomeness Arrives!
The wind is picking up a high level of energy as another celebration of the biggest anime and cosplay convention in the country! As part of celebrating the 25 years of cosplay in the Philippines, Cosplay Mania 2025 is coming back for an “Awesome Autumn” season as the fourth cycle of the “Season of Cosplay” series. Jump into the mountainous pile of fun and surprises from special international cosplay stars, incredible performers, VTubers, voice actors, and Anisong artists in the biggest and grandest three-day celebration of cosplay, anime, and J-Pop culture, happening on October 4-5, 2025, at Halls 1-4 of SMX Convention Center, Manila!
It is a total field day for anime and cosplay enthusiasts with over 9,000 square meters to explore! Witness the glorious transformation of convention halls into a vibrant exhibition of over 200 spectacular stalls and booths, featuring an extensive selection of merchandise and collectibles—including the all-new, limited-edition items sold at the Cosshoppe booth and popular titles such as Genshin Impact, Honkai Star Rail, and finally making its Philippine debut—the Metapark Pop-Up Store: ALIEN STAGE! Behold the world-class spectacle from the brilliant foliage of talents in the ultimate showdown to crown the best champions in the grand finale of the Cosplay Mania Cup and Cosplay Karaoke Cup!
Marvel at the wondrous lineup of the most amazing cosplayers in the country in the All-Stars Avenue! Joining the stellar array of guests from all over the world—behold the arrival of the iconic cosplayer from Thailand, Thames Malerose, and the sensational cosplayer from Malaysia, Le Josette! Get your hands on their exclusive merchandise, and don’t miss out on the golden opportunity to join them in their meet-and-greet sessions! Prepare to be swept off your feet with Japan’s famous Ikémen Series producer and resident cosplayer Hiroto Kuramasu, coming back for a special appearance in the Philippines to spread the influence of otaku and otome culture worldwide at the CYBIRD Booth!
American voice actor Jacob Takanashi, brilliantly known for his impeccable works as Pacciani in Captain Tsubasa, Griff from Far-Fetched, and Kinich from Genshin Impact, along with the remarkable Japanese stage actors famous for their striking performance in Haikyuu!! Hyper Projection Play series, Kousuke Asuma and Kairi Miura, will give the audience the time of their life with their guest appearances in the Philippines!

VTuber fans are also in for a seasonal treat with the superb appearance of the most-awaited VTubers in the country—starting from HOLOSTARS English -ARMIS-: Jurard T Rexford, Crimson Ruze, Goldbullet, and Octavio!

Listen to the crisp melodies from awesome artists for the Anisound Sessions at the EX Stage for all days of the event! Catch VOLS, FuyumiiChan, Amai Konpeito on Day 1, with Eggy Tamagoki, Niko Lab, Mihoyana, and ShounenJam on Day 2, and prepare for invigorating beats from Dasu, Day/Break, Zhia, Ryndia, and Kena and Miyuki on Day 3! Party the night away with Japan’s famous DJs—DJ Eldoramodel, DJ Daizin, and DJ Mango-Man, also known as the Akiba Sonic—for spin-tastic beats on all three days!

Cosplay Carnival kicked off this year’s celebration with its very first JAM Concert, which bloomed at the beginning of the year with dazzling performances by popular Japanese singer and cosplayer Akase Akari from My Dress-Up Darling, and the impressive Japanese solo musician and voice actress, Shuka Saito from Love Live! Sunshine!! With the new season on the horizon, fans are eagerly anticipating surprises that will set the stage for an awesome experience that simply cannot be missed!

Embrace the warmth of musical artistry from your favorite Japanese artists! String along with the spectacular performance from the one and only Maestro of HOLOSTARS English -ARMIS-, Octavio—and bask in the warmth of astounding melodies of youth from the soundtracks of Kiznavier and Re:CREATORS by the Japanese musical unit, Sangatsu no Phantasia, on the very first day of the event, October 3, 2025!

Lights will burst into vibrant colors on the second day of the event as the stage flares bright with an energetic party session featuring hit soundtracks like “STORYSEEKER” from That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime, “OMEGA” from Moriarty the Patriot, and the award-winning soundtrack from Kyoukai No Kanata, “Daisy,” with STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION!

Pour your hearts into an applause for the talented musical icon from Japan, TRUE! She is best known for her works such as UNISONIA from Buddy Complex, Storyteller from That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime, and Dream Solister from Sound! Euphonium. She is also renowned for her soul-stirring tracks “Sincerely” and “Letter” from the beloved anime series, Violet Evergarden! Witness these two dynamic performances only at the JAM Concert stage on Day 2, October 4, 2025!

The third day’s the charm with back-to-back-to-back performances from three of the most admirable Japanese artists! Appearing on the JAM Concert stage for the first time, get ready to rock the stage with the sensational Vtuber, Unnämed! Jam along with the legendary musical themes from K, Knights of Sidonia, My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!, and Fafner in the Azure from the exhilarating performance by the ultimate powerhouse duo, angela! Be ready to be engulfed by an enchanting performance from the ultimate voice actor who starred as Ryunosuke Matsush*ta in Kimi to Boku, Ai Mikaze in the Utano☆Princesama series, and Geordo Stuart from My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!, none other than Shouta Aoi! Catch all of these amazing performances on Day 3, October 5, 2025!

Grasp the bountiful harvest of fun and use the ultimate ticket guide for Cosplay Mania to help you purchase the ticket that best fits your convention needs! Tickets are available as follows:

Convention Only Tickets:

Silver Ticket (P599* or P700 onsite): Enjoy access to all event areas for Day 1, Day 2, and Day 3 with entry and reentry during the event hours! This ticket does not include access to the JAM Concert.
Silver Portal Pass (P1,999* or P2,300 onsite): Purchase a special 3-Day Portal and enjoy special perks like exclusive SMX Building entry, 15-minute early event entry, a special lanyard, and a Portal Pass. Portal Pass holders will also be able to skip to the end of SideQuest! This includes access to all event areas EXCEPT the JAM Concert.
Shopper’s Pass (P199* or P250 onsite): Shop ‘til you drop and explore all event areas for Day 1, Day 2, and Day 3! Entry and re-entry will be from 6PM until the event closes. This ticket does not include access to the JAM Concert.

Convention + Concert Tickets:
As the Day 3 JAM Concert features more performing artists, the prices for Day 3 VIP and Gold tickets will be slightly higher.
VIP Ticket (P2,499* or P2,800 onsite for Day 1 and Day 2, or P2,999* or P3,300 onsite for Day 3): Enjoy full-day event access, exclusive SMX Building entry, 15-minute early event entry, a special lanyard, a VIP Pass ID, and Reserved Seating at the front section for the JAM Concert!
Gold Ticket (P999* or P1,200 onsite for Day 1 and Day 2, or P1,499* or P1,700 onsite for Day 3): Enjoy full-day event access and Standing Room access for the JAM Concert!
*Prices indicated do not yet include TicketMAX payment charges. You can still buy tickets online and onsite on the day of the event as long as there are stocks available.

Don’t forget to purchase your tickets at cosplaymania.cosplay.ph! Mark the dates and watch as the season unfolds into a memorable day of fun & excitement with thousands of amazing fans celebrating anime and cosplay awesomeness only at Cosplay Mania 2025! Make sure to follow Cosplay Mania 2025 official website and social media channels for more exciting updates!

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27/09/2025

Cosplay Mania 2025 is so close! Curious on what to expect? Here's a highlight video from last year's event!

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24/09/2025

26/08/2025

Presenting our next JAM Concert performer for 🍁 Cσʂρʅαყ Mαɳια 2025 🍁: 𝒜𝓌𝑒𝓈𝑜𝓂𝑒 𝒜𝓊𝓉𝓊𝓂𝓃!

TRUE is a talented singer and lyricist from Japan. Since her debut in 2014, her crystal-clear voice has become an icon in numerous timeless pieces, such as UNISONIA from Buddy Complex, Storyteller from That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime, and Dream Solister from Sound! Euphonium. She is also renowned for her soul-stirring “Sincerely” and “Letter” from the heart-rending anime Violet Evergarden!

Witness her heartfelt performance at the JAM Concert stage, only at Cosplay Mania 2025!

Follow her social media channels to see more of her work!
X: https://x.com/miho_karasawa
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miho_karasawa
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TRUEOfficialChannel

Tickets are now available at cosplaymania.cosplay.ph

Celebrate cosplay awesomeness at 🍁 Cσʂρʅαყ Mαɳια 2025 🍁: 𝒜𝓌𝑒𝓈𝑜𝓂𝑒 𝒜𝓊𝓉𝓊𝓂𝓃 on October 3-5, 2025 at Halls 1-4 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Pasay City. Enjoy the Seasons of Cosplay unfold as we celebrate 25 years of cosplay together!

15/08/2025

We'd like to remind everyone that 🍁 Cσʂρʅαყ Mαɳια 2025 🍁: 𝒜𝓌𝑒𝓈𝑜𝓂𝑒 𝒜𝓊𝓉𝓊𝓂𝓃 Ticket Selling will begin at 𝟏𝟐:𝟎𝟎 𝐍𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬 (𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱) at cosplaymania.cosplay.ph ! Seats for the VIP Tickets for the JAM Concert will be limited, and you will be able to choose your seat upon purchasing the tickets.

Celebrate cosplay awesomeness at 🍁 Cσʂρʅαყ Mαɳια 2025 🍁: 𝒜𝓌𝑒𝓈𝑜𝓂𝑒 𝒜𝓊𝓉𝓊𝓂𝓃 on October 3-5, 2025 at Halls 1-4 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Pasay City. Enjoy the Seasons of Cosplay unfold as we celebrate 25 years of cosplay together!

13/08/2025

Why do cosplay conventions make us so happy? Because they turn fandom into a community if fun happening. 🎉 You get music, makeup, photography, creativity everywhere you look, and everyone’s invited to play. Start with thrifted fabric or a phone mic, leave with new skills, new friends, and a camera roll of core memories.

Cosplay conventions are launchpads. Performers build reels, makers get commissions, photographers sharpen event chops, hosts find their voice. One hallway compliment or tag can turn into your next collab. Shy fans become show-stoppers and hobbyists become artists.

Most of all, cons are safe, sparkly spaces where we celebrate each other. Come as you are, leave louder, prouder, and more inspired. Tag your con buddy and drop your go to karaoke anime ost below!

12/08/2025

last day of hobby con

07/08/2025

🌟 Join Us for a Special Charity Event: Genki Dama – A Goku ng Pinas Charity! 🌟

Let’s unite our energy and hearts for a meaningful cause! We invite you to the Genki Dama: A Goku ng Pinas Charity Event, happening this August 15-17 at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall, in partnership with SM Tech Fair X Battlegrounds.

This 3-day event aims to raise funds for Jeff Utanes, the beloved Tagalog voice of Son Goku from Dragon Ball Z and many other iconic anime characters, as he undergoes a critical heart bypass operation. Jeff has brought life to characters like Hisoka (Hunter X Hunter), Usopp (One Piece), Doraemon, Kogoro Mouri (Detective Conan), James (Team Rocket, Pokémon), and many more over his 25+ years in the industry.

What to expect:
✨ Special guest appearances by voice actors and cosplayers
✨ Exclusive auctions and charity merchandise
✨ All proceeds will go directly to support Jeff’s medical needs

How you can help:
🤝 Volunteer your time
🎁 Donate money, toys, or collectibles
📩 For donations or to volunteer, please message the Calico Toys page.

Every bit of help counts! Let’s come together as a community and give back to someone who has inspired and entertained us for years.

Special thanks to MAD Events, CaliCo Toys, Philippine Toy Group Association, SM Mall of Asia Official and the TOYCON Community for making this event possible.



Together, let’s make a difference!

20/07/2025

18/07/2025

We're still not over TOYCON POP LIFE Celebration 2025! Here's some photos from the convention!

17/07/2025

We’ll be there!

Get information about the ins and outs of 🌧️𝒜𝓃𝒾𝓂𝑒 & 𝒞𝑜𝓈𝓅𝓁𝒶𝓎 𝐸𝓍𝓅𝑜 𝟤𝟢𝟤𝟧🌧️: 𝑅𝒶𝒾𝓃𝒹𝓇𝑜𝓅 𝑅𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇𝒾𝑒 from our marvelous Media Partner roster! Tune in to MANILA BULLETIN, When In Manila, ANIMEPH, Setsu-Ani, Usapang Cosplay, O'Taco Bites, TSKR, Anime Corner, arkadymac.com, Cosplay Network Philippines, Team Gensokyo 幻想郷, Enduins Gaming, Kūhaku Media, and JPOP Manila bring you latest updates as the event happens.

Embrace the rhythm of the rain! Sieze the day and your tickets at acx.cosplay.ph starting for as low as P99!

Prepare for a dazzling deluge of excitement at 🌧️𝒜𝓃𝒾𝓂𝑒 & 𝒞𝑜𝓈𝓅𝓁𝒶𝓎 𝐸𝓍𝓅𝑜 𝟤𝟢𝟤𝟧🌧️: 𝑅𝒶𝒾𝓃𝒹𝓇𝑜𝓅 𝑅𝑒𝓋𝑒𝓇𝒾𝑒 on July 19-20, 2025 in Function Rooms 4-5 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Pasay City. Enjoy the Seasons of Cosplay unfold as we celebrate 25 years of cosplay together!

17/07/2025

Alert! A downpour of excitement awaits at Anime and Cosplay Expo 2025!

The fun never ceases, even on a rainy day! Anime and Cosplay eXpo (ACX) is ready to take everyone on a whirlwind of spectacular cosplay adventure, flooded with epic communion of fandom in an epic cascade of stage performances, a pool of exhibits to hop on, plus the most awaited revelation for Cosplay Mania and its featured Anisong artists, all coming down in the Raindrop Reverie on July 19-20 at Function Rooms 4-5 at SMX Convention Center Manila!

With its first wondrous landfall in 2016, ACX steadily followed its trajectory to deliver an entertaining convention experience like no other, solidifying its mark to become the much-anticipated event during the mid-year. In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Cosplay in the country, it is now taking shape as the third part of Cosplay.ph’s “Seasons of Cosplay.”

Seek refuge from the rain and splurge in a surge of rare finds and exclusive treasures across hundreds of exhibits brimming with delightful trinkets and baubles! Enjoy a rainfall of discounts at the Cosplay Auction for as low as one peso!

Bring on a hail of new encounters with Cosplay Contender, a brand-new tournament style where participants can knock out their opponents to take home the crown! A battle of wits and skills will rise on Shadow Play and memories will be reawakened in the nostalgic hymn played in Don’t Skip The Intro! Let passion echo through the performances in Cosplay Karaoke Encore and bring forth the tides in Cosplay’s Got Talent, where winners will rise to the moment as the opening acts at the upcoming JAM Concert at Cosplay Mania 2025!

Witness the exciting gathering of the most amazing cosplayers in the country in the All-Star Avenue, and hear the thunderous applause from afar as ACX proudly ushers in the first-ever appearance of the most-awaited guest from the U.S.—Kanalyss! Don’t miss the chance to be dazzled by her brilliant aura in her onstage segments and meet-and-greet and autograph sessions!

A final surprise awaits in the stormy weather! Brace yourself for the thrilling live forecast of Cosplay Mania and JAM Concert’s most-anticipated lineup of performers and guests!

Embrace the rhythm of the rain and buy your tickets now at https://cosplayph.ticketmax.ph, starting from 99 pesos*! Make sure to follow Anime and Cosplay eXPo’’s official website and Cosplay Mania’s social media channels for more exciting updates!

Indulge in the unending downpour of delight, and let’s make a splash of boundless joy and excitement together at Anime and Cosplay Expo 2025!