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DOKI! DOKI! Anime Market Singapore 2026 banner

DOKI! DOKI! Anime Market Is Back at Suntec This Weekend

Singapore anime fans, your weekend plans just got a whole lot better. DOKI! DOKI! Anime Market is back at Suntec this Saturday and Sunday, 6–7 June 2026 — and if previous editions are anything to go by, Hall 405 is going to be packed with fans, independent artists, and art you won’t find anywhere else.

DOKI! DOKI! Anime Market 2026 at Suntec Singapore
Image courtesy of DOKI! DOKI! Anime Market Singapore

What Is DOKI! DOKI! Anime Market Singapore?

DOKI! DOKI! Anime Market (DDAM) is an anime convention with a singular focus: the artist alley. While mainstream conventions load up on big-brand booths, DDAM puts independent creators front and centre — artists who pour genuine passion into original and fan-made prints, keychains, acrylic standees, and handmade goods.

The team behind DDAM describe themselves as “artists, merch hoarders, weebs, and cosplayers” — which means they know exactly what fans want to browse, and exactly what artists need from an event. The result is one of the most intimate and genuinely fan-driven events on Singapore’s ACG calendar.

What to Expect at DOKI! DOKI! 2026

This year’s edition fills Hall 405 at Suntec with hundreds of specially curated artist booths. Organisers hand-pick participants to cover as many fandoms as possible with minimal repetition, so whether you’re hunting for Genshin Impact art, Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint (ORV) prints, classic Trigun fan goods, or something from a niche fandom you thought no one else cared about — chances are you’ll find it here.

A few highlights to look out for:

  • Singapore’s first anime illustration auction house — DDAM is debuting a live-auction format for original anime artwork, a genuine first for Singapore.
  • Anti-AI and anti-theft policies — All booths are vetted, so every piece of art you buy is legitimately creator-owned and made by hand.
  • Curated booth layout — Artists can select their neighbours, helping build thematic clusters so browsing feels cohesive rather than random.

Event Details and How to Get Tickets

  • Dates: Saturday 6 June & Sunday 7 June 2026
  • Hours: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm (both days)
  • Venue: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hall 405, Level 4, 1 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039593
  • Tickets: From S$12 via Eventbrite

Grab your tickets online beforehand — door queues at popular anime markets here can stretch well past opening time, and a pre-bought ticket gets you straight in.

Also Happening This Saturday: Cos Haven at *SCAPE

Making a full-day outing of it? Cos Haven runs concurrently on Saturday 6 June at *SCAPE (6 Orchard Road), 11am–8pm, with free admission. It’s a short MRT hop from Suntec, so you can hit both in one packed day of ACG goodness.

What This Means for Singapore Anime and Cosplay Fans

DOKI! DOKI! has become one of the most beloved grassroots ACG events in Singapore. It’s not about corporate presence or big-publisher booths — it’s about independent creators getting a real platform, and fans connecting directly with the people who make the art they love. If you’ve been sleeping on DDAM, this weekend is the time to show up.

Follow @dokidokianimemarket on Instagram for the booth map and last-minute updates. We’ll see you at Suntec.

Creators Super Fest CSF26 Singapore 2026 key visual

CSF26: Creators Super Fest Singapore Returns in July

If you’re a cosplayer, artist, or ACG content creator in Singapore, mark 11–12 July in your calendar right now. Creators Super Fest 2026 (CSF26) is returning to Suntec — and applications for the Cosplay Hub are already open.

CSF26 Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 event banner
Image courtesy of Creators Super Fest / Anime Festival Asia

What Is Creators Super Fest (CSF)?

Creators Super Fest is an annual ACG creators festival organised by the team behind Anime Festival Asia (AFA). Unlike AFA’s flagship November event — which centres on big-stage concerts and official brand experiences — CSF puts the spotlight squarely on creators: artists, cosplayers, illustrators, and content makers who form the backbone of the ACG community in Singapore and across the region.

CSF26 takes over Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Halls 403–405, on the weekend of 11–12 July 2026.

What’s On at CSF26

The festival is built around four core pillars, each catering to a different part of the creator and fan community.

Creators Hub

Independent artists and illustrators take over a dedicated exhibition zone, giving fans direct access to original ACG-inspired artwork, prints, and merchandise. If you’ve ever wanted to buy directly from the artist rather than a reseller, this is the place.

Cosplay Hub

Cosplayers from Singapore and across the region showcase their work on a dedicated stage. The headline event is the Cosplay Singles Competition, where contestants display their costume craftsmanship and performance for a judging panel — with cash prizes on the line. Cosplay applications are open now (more details below).

Creators Lab

This is the knowledge-sharing heart of CSF: experienced creators lead workshops and panel sessions covering everything from illustration technique and character design to growing an audience online. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to level up, there’s something here.

Stage Performances

Live acts and performances round out the programme throughout both days, keeping the energy high on the main stage.

CSF26 Creators Super Fest Singapore 2026 floor map Suntec
Image courtesy of Creators Super Fest / Anime Festival Asia

Cosplay Hub: Applications Are Open Now

If you want to compete or display your cosplay at CSF26, you need to apply — and the window is open right now. Head to creatorssuperfest.com and follow the Cosplay Hub link to register via the SOZO portal. You’ll need to create a SOZO account to complete your application. Slots are limited, so don’t leave it too late.

CSF26 Event Details

  • Dates: Saturday 11 July – Sunday 12 July 2026
  • Venue: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Halls 403–405, 1 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039593
  • Organised by: Anime Festival Asia (AFA)
  • Tickets: To be confirmed — check creatorssuperfest.com for updates
  • Cosplay applications: Open now at creatorssuperfest.com (via SOZO portal)

What This Means for Singapore Cosplayers and ACG Creators

CSF fills a real gap in Singapore’s events calendar: it’s a dedicated space for creators and fans to engage beyond just browsing stalls. Whether you’re entering the cosplay competition, attending a craft workshop, or picking up original prints from the Creators Hub, there’s genuine value for every part of the ACG community.

With AFA’s organisation behind it and regional cosplayers participating, CSF26 is shaping up to be one of the bigger community moments before the main AFA event in November. Follow @animefestasia on Instagram for lineup announcements and ticket details as they drop.

Pokémon Center Singapore Reopens at Jewel on 1 July 2026

Mark your calendars, Trainers — Pokémon Center SINGAPORE reopens at Jewel Changi Airport on 1 July 2026, and it is coming back as the first Pokémon Center store outside Japan to get a full-scale redesign.

Pokémon Center Singapore reopening key art featuring Solgaleo
Image courtesy of Pokémon Center Singapore

Pokémon Center Singapore reopens at Jewel Changi Airport

After closing in April for reconstruction, the store returns to its home at Jewel Changi Airport (#04-201/202/203, 78 Airport Boulevard), open daily from 10am to 10pm. It is not just a fresh coat of paint either — Pokémon Singapore is billing this as the first full-scale renovation of any Pokémon Center outside Japan, with an interior reimagined around Singapore’s culture and heritage.

Solgaleo takes over as the new store symbol

The biggest change is the new face of the store. The Legendary Pokémon Solgaleo becomes the official symbol of Pokémon Center SINGAPORE, appearing on the new logo and façade — its sun-like mane greeting visitors at the entrance, alongside Pikachu, in a display designed to evoke the Singapore skyline. Managing Director Shunsuke Sasaki said the team wanted the store “to be more deeply rooted in Singapore.”

Solgaleo and Pikachu plush toys from Pokémon Center Singapore
Image courtesy of Pokémon Center Singapore

20 Singapore-exclusive products, kopi and all

This is where local fans will want to pay attention. A total of 20 new products have been designed specifically for the Singapore store, with the first 12 launching at the grand reopening and a second wave arriving in August. Opening-day items include Solgaleo and Pikachu plushes, a kopi cup-and-saucer set, sticker sets and magnets, with the August drop adding a Pikachu-and-kopi bag charm. Yes, the local touches are very on-theme.

Durian Pikachu plush, a Singapore-exclusive Pokémon Center item
Image courtesy of Pokémon Center Singapore

A new event space for tournaments

The revamp also adds a dedicated event space at the back of the store, fitted with a large-format monitor for activities spanning the Pokémon video games, the Trading Card Game and app-based gaming. It is a clear signal that the new store wants to be a community hangout, not just a retail stop.

How to get in during the first five days

Demand is expected to be intense, so a special admission system runs from 1 to 5 July 2026:

  • 10am – 1pm: Entry by advance reservation through the Store Visit Application.
  • 1pm onwards: Same-day queue entry tickets, handed out from 8:30am on a first-come, first-served basis while stocks last.

Check the official Pokémon Center SINGAPORE channels closer to the date for reservation details.

What this means for Singapore gamers

Getting the first major Pokémon Center redesign outside Japan — complete with a Solgaleo logo and durian-and-kopi flavoured exclusives — is a real nod to how strong the Pokémon community is here. Whether you are hunting the launch plushes or just want to see the new Jewel façade, 1 July is the date to plan around. For more launches and meetups, keep an eye on our events coverage.