Events: AsiaPOP Comicon Manila 2019 Cancelled

It has been confirmed. AsiaPOP Comicon Manila (APCC Manila) 2019 has been cancelled. It was mentioned from a post in their Facebook page that conflicting events and organizational restructuring of their partners were the cause. This could be due to the recent acquisition of Fox by Disney and the San Diego Comic Con celebrating its 50th year this year.

Let's just all wait for APCC Manila's return next year.

Events: Asia Pop Comicon Manila 2017 Schedule

Asia Pop Comicon (APCC) Manila is on a roll as it ventures into its 3rd year.

The biggest annual pop culture convention in the Philippines and region is back for the 3rd time. It will be held from August 25-27, 2017 at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City.

More information about Asia Pop Comicon 2017 can be seen at:

https://www.asiapopcomicon.com/manila/

Guides: Tickets for Celebrity Guests of Asia Pop Comicon Manila 2016

Asia Pop Comicon (APCC) Manila isn't complete without celebrity guests. These are currently the ticket prices for APCC Manila's three (3) stars that are coming over to celebrate.

First on the list is Nicholas Hoult. He was known for the roles of the mutant scientist Beast (in X-Men: First Class, X-Men: Days of Future Past and X-Men: Apocalypse), War Boy Nux (in Mad Max: Fury Road), Jack (in Jack the Giant Slayer) and R (in Warm Bodies).

The ticket prices for his events are:

• Autograph Session - Php. 1,700
• on August 27 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
• on August 28 from 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
• Photograph Session - Php. 2,200
• on August 27 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
• on August 28 from 5:15 - 6:45 p.m.
• Meet & Greet Session - Php. 5,700
• on August 27 from 4:45 - 5:30 p.m. (limited to 60 tickets)
• on August 28 from 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. (limited to 60 tickets)

Second to appear would be Claire Holt. She is known for the role of Rebekah Mikaelson (in The Vampire Diaries and The Originals).

The ticket prices for her events are:

• Autograph Session - Php. 1,200
• on August 27 from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
• on August 28 from 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
• Photograph Session - Php. 1,700
• on August 27 from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
• on August 28 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
• Meet & Greet Session - Php. 3,300
• on August 27 from 4:45 - 5:30 p.m. (limited to 50 tickets)
• on August 28 from 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. (limited to 50 tickets)

The last celebrity guest to participate would be Joe Dempsie. He is best known for the role of Gendry (in Game of Thrones).

The ticket prices for his events are:

• Autograph Session - Php. 1,200
• on August 27 from 12:00 nn - 1:00 p.m.
• on Augsut 28 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
• Photograph Session - Php. 1,700
• on August 27 from 2:45 - 3:45 p.m.
• on August 28 from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
• Meet & Greet Session - Php. 3,300
• on August 27 from 1:45 - 2:15 p.m. (limited to 40 tickets)
• on August 28 from 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. (limited to 40 tickets)

Tickets are available via SM Tickets Online (http://www.smtickets.com/events/view/4666), SM Ticket Outlets and on the event venue.

Prepare those merchandises, smiles and questions as the celebrities arrive at the Asia Pop Comicon Manila 2016.

Guides: Tickets for Asia Pop Comicon Manila 2016

With a few days left, Asia Pop Comicon is back for the second time around here in the Philippines. It will be held on August 26 - 28, 2016 at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City.

The tickets are priced at Php. 550 for 1-Day Pass, Php. 850 for 2-Day Pass and Php. 1,050 for the 3-Day Pass.

Children 5 years of age and below are free to enter on all three days. Presentation of a valid certification card may be required for verification processes before entering the show floor.

There's also the Geek Bundle worth Php. 3,500. The bundle includes (1) 3-Day Pass, (1) event lanyard, (1) tote bag, (1) cape and (1) high-end 1/12 Iron Man XL "Shotgun" armor from Comicave Studios. This offer is limited to the first 100 customers only. Just register, log in and then view the options to buy at (http://www.smtickets.com/events/view4666) or at any SM Ticket Outlets.

Go get your tickets and geek out at the Asia Pop Comicon Manila 2016.

Events: Experiencing Asia Pop Comicon Manila

We have been really lucky for Manila was chosen as the starting place of Asia Pop Comicon (APCC).

APCC is an international pop culture convention themed around comics, film, toys and collectibles, animation, games, cosplay and every thing pop cultured.

Different local and foreign booths were scattered all throughout the main hall of the World Trade Center (WTC). Dozens of exhibits wowed geeks of all ages. There's some aliens from Studio ADI, Hulkbuster from Comicave Studios, and even Starwars from Lego.

 

Two minicoopers were being doodled on by a group called as Band of Doodlers, a group from Singapore. You would just be fascinated (and envious) of their skills in decorating a car, most especially a minicooper!! Their live vehicle mural sure is a sight to see.

The artist alley was also a gold mine. Aside from the local artists whose works could be bought and then signed or have the artist make a sketch of yourself on the spot, we were graced by the presence of the works of the Dean of Philippine Comics and National Artist for Visual Arts, Francisco V. Coching. His works were made available for readership that could be easily accessed by the current generation.

An interesting work were the models displayed at the ACube booth. These figures of Titans, Starwars and even Draganball that were exhibited were also up for sale.

APCC has been a wonderful experience. It's the closest that we can get from experiencing the grand San Diego Comic Con without the need for a plane travel and a U.S. visa.

The only disappointments that were mostly encountered were the last minute cancellation of appearances of some celebrities and the very confusing crowd management. Being in line for more than an hour is tiring enough, but add in marshals who were terrible in deciding on how they would want the crowd to get in (especially during the Captain America: Civil War Exclusive Screening) would really get the exasperation of the crowd.

In general, the WTC was a pleasant venue to hold APCC. Amidst the large crowd, it still felt spacious (probably due to the few number of exhibitors in which I felt there were little representation for the other comic publishers such as DC, Image Comics, etc.)

Various celebrities from different pop culture graced us with their presence. From the different film and TV celebrities, YouTube personalities, international and local comic artists, vinyl toy creators and cage guests, the first leg of APCC 2015 here in Manila has been a great one.

Here are more pictures from the event.

(Deadpool with the Infinity Glove and Stones?!!) 

(A group of Spideys have arrived)

Avengers: Age of Ultron Diorama

Here are the things that I got from Asia Pop Comicon Manila

• Lapu-Lapu
• Francisco V. Coching
• Ang Morion ~ Vol. 2 Issue 1: Alamat ng Maskara
• Wan Malinao Mañanita
• Frances Luna III Illustration Firm
• Archie #1
• Mark Waid and Fiona Staples
• Archie Comics

Poster from TeeTurtle

 

These Cube It figures are freebies from the Comicave Studios booth. Cube It figures were given out for free at 12:00 noon and 4:00 p.m. for the entire Asia Pop Comicon.

Events: Asia Pop Comicon Manila

Be sure to prepare your wallets for one of the biggest conventions will be held this month. For 4 days, the geeks shall conquer Manila for the Asia Pop Comicon will occur at the World Trade Center, Metro Manila on September 17-20, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.