Singapore Welcomes Back POP TOY SHOW with Exciting "Dimoo In the Garden City"

Hi Huneybees,

After the overwhelming success of the inaugural POP TOY SHOW (PTS) in Singapore last September, global sensation POP MART is excited to announce the return of this highly anticipated event. The 2nd edition will be held at Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Level 1 - Halls A, B, and C, from 23 to 25 August 2024.

This year’s headliner is Dimoo, a top fan favorite from POP MART. Themed “Dimoo in the Garden City”,  the 2024 show promises a larger and more exciting lineup of international, regional, and local artists, participating brands, and exclusive collectible art toys for fans and collectors.

“I am really happy to be able to return to Singapore for the second PTS, and I definitely look forward to meeting Dimoo fans from around the world” --- Ayan Deng, artist of Dimoo. 

This time, fans who could not get enough of the curious boy with a baby cloud on his head, can expect more than four (4) PTS-exclusive Dimoo drops, and snap photos at Dimoo’s booth that features a life-sized sculpture.

Lang, the artist behind Hirono and Head of the POP Design Center (PDC), is another fan favorite confirmed for this year's show. Joining Lang are two young artists from PDC, Xue Chen, the creator of Sweet Bean, and Yumi, the artist behind Pino Jelly. Both will be making their debut appearance in Singapore to meet their fans. This year, PDC will have its own standalone booth showcasing its staple Intellectual Property (IP), with several first launches and Singapore-exclusive toys.

"From custom skateboards and sneakers to streetwear, fans can expect many new and fresh collections debuting at PTS Singapore. I hope they enjoy what they see." --- Quiccs

Additionally, Quiccs, a renowned artist from the Philippines, is preparing to showcase his latest works at PTS Singapore. Known for his street art and the character TEQ63, Quiccs has collaborated with many notable brands, including Adidas and Jollibee. 

The exhibition will feature over 50 different artists, toy designers, and international toy brands during the three-day extravaganza. Highlights include exclusive meet and greet sessions with renowned POP MART artists, the unveiling of exclusive merchandise, and captivating live drawing sessions by a myriad of talented artists.

“Since the last PTS in Singapore, POP MART has continued to expand our footprints globally with many new stores opening in Thailand, Vietnam, Europe and US. We believe PTS Singapore will be a good meeting point for all our loyal and new fans to meet and interact, not only within the community, also with the artists, brands and collaborators” --- Justin Moon, President of POP MART International.

Tickets for the show are currently available through Ticketmaster. Purchase them via bit.ly/pts2024ticket. Options include 1-Day, 3-Day, Group (4 pax) 1-Day, and Premium 3-Day tickets, starting from $28 for early bird tickets. Stay tuned to PTS's website and social media pages for more updates.

Don't miss out on this epic event where art, culture, and community collide! Come on over to Marina Bay Sands for a weekend full of amazing art, awesome activities, and loads of fun. Let’s make some unforgettable memories!

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I Was Part of the Biggest CapitaLand x POP MART Unboxing Bash in Southeast Asia

Hi Huneybees,

I was thrilled to be part of the Biggest Unboxing Bash Ever last weekend, 2 December 2023. Hubby and I joined 165 POP MART fans at Funan, unboxing their blind boxes all at the same time. A new record in the Singapore Book of Records was formed for the highest number of people unboxing blind boxes together in Singapore. 

Presented by CapitaLand and in partnership with POP MART, the event saw fans from Singapore’s POP MART fan community setting the record at this inaugural unboxing bash. As part of the unboxing experience, each fan was gifted a surprise blind box from the latest festive collections released on 17 November 2023 and many other best-selling series including the Molly Imaginary Wandering Series, SKULLPANDA The Ink Plum Blossom Series, Disney 100th Anniversary Bell Series, and Sweet Bean Frozen Time Dessert Box Series.

The Level 1 Atrium of Funan was transformed into a POP MART playground, bringing fans together and offering a one-of-a-kind lifestyle experience that fosters a greater sense of community. The Unboxing Bash provided like-minded fans with the opportunity to interact with one another and create lasting shared memories. POP MART Global ambassador Zong Shijie also made an appearance and shared the special moment with fans.

They also got to enjoy other activities which included toy swaps with other collectors and photo-worthy moments with captivating life-sized 3D sculptures of Molly, Dimoo and SKULLPANDA. Fans had the chance to test their POP MART knowledge through trivia games and earned POP MART merchandise as reward. They also shared with one another how they became fans of POP MART and started their toy-collecting journey.

The online registration for the event was open for one week and saw overwhelming responses with a total over-subscription of 658%. Setting a new record for unboxing, the bash is a testament to the unboxing craze that has been making waves amongst fans across ages and generations. 

Yup, I'm one of them too. Who has recently taken a liking to the SKULLPANDA series. It first started with me liking these dolls with hair buns and dramatic makeup (given that I am a makeup addict), each pairing with a theme, makes me want to see what designs keep coming up. Then I guess it's the thrill of never knowing what you will get that makes me want to join in the craze and get my full collection. I went down the spiral and I want to collect them all!

Held as part of CapitaLand’s festive campaign, you are also invited to Embark on an Enchanted Journey with Asia’s largest holiday extravaganza with POP MART, featuring Disney-themed toys across 16 CapitaLand malls islandwide. You can look forward to immersing yourselves in the festivities at CapitaLand Malls, with larger-than-life POP MART installations featuring Disney-themed toys, experience a mesmerizing 360° multi-sensory digital journey with the Enchanted Express train installation at Plaza Singapura, and stand to win rewards while you shop this festive season. More information can be found here. I've been going town with these photo spots, stay tuned to my Insta and Tik Tok ~

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Biggest CapitaLand x POP MART unboxing bash ever!

Hi Huneybees,

The Biggest POP MART unboxing bash in Southeast Asia will be happening at Funan on 2 December 2023, from 2pm - 3pm! Presented by CapitaLand fans can get to experience the thrill of unboxing as the craze has made waves in Singapore with the many beloved POP MART series.

For one day only, 150 lucky POP MART fans will be granted exclusive access to the Biggest CapitaLand x POP MART unboxing bash ever! Each POP MART lover will be gifted a surprise blind box and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of CapitaLand’s epic record-breaking moment for "The Most Number of People Unboxing Blind Boxes Together"!

You can look forward to unboxing some of the latest POP MART series such as Molly Imaginary Wandering Series, SKULLPANDA The Ink Plum Blossom Series, Hacipupu In My Dream Series, Azura Fantasy Nature Series, as well as the latest festive collections including Disney 100th Anniversary Bell Series, Pino Jelly Make A Wish Series, Sweet Bean Frozen Time Dessert Box Series and many more.

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POP MART Global Ambassador, Zong Zijie will be there to join fans for an afternoon of interactive fun and games in addition to the unboxing activity. Fans get to prove their love for these collectibles by pitting against each other in trivia games and stand to win attractive POP MART merchandise too!

Psst~ The event will provide a unique opportunity for avid collectors to swap figurines with other fans at the bash and look out for the life-sized sculptures of SKULLPANDA, Dimoo, and Molly to capture picture-worthy moments with your newly unboxed figurines.

Participation Mechanics:

• Fill in form via bit.ly/CapitaLandxPOPMARTunboxingbash
• Registration for the event is currently ongoing
  till 24 November, 1pm
• Selection is on a first come first serve basis

For more information, visit the CapitaLand website at https://www.capitaland.com/sg/en/shop/malls/discover/embark-on-an-enchanted-journey/Unboxing-Bash.html. 

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updates.

As part of CapitaLand’s festive campaign, keep an eye out for the larger-than-life POP MART 3D

installations featuring Disney-themed toys such as Stitch and Pinocchio at Funan.

 

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POP TOY SHOW Singapore 2023 Was A Blast!

Hi Huneybees,

The POP TOY SHOW was an absolute blast! Although my wallet took a hit, I was thrilled to snag some exclusive items.

Beloved POP MART characters like Molly, Hacipupu, Labubu, Dimoo, Pucky, and my personal favorite, SKULLPANDA, were all featured. Their statues adorned the event grounds and the area around Marina Bay Sands.

When I arrived, the place was already buzzing with fans, eager to grab their spots for the special launches. Despite the crowd, the event was well-organized, making it easy to navigate through the different sections.

The talented artists behind these charming characters were also present for meet-and-greet sessions. Though the queues filled up quickly, I managed to catch a glimpse of them. It’s incredible to witness the global fanbase these small blindbox characters have garnered.

Beyond the familiar POP MART characters, there were also booths showcasing other blind box collections from China. The Lulupie figures were particularly captivating with their moveable and magnetic parts, evoking a sense of innocent childhood playtime.

Simone Legno, the creative genius behind my favorite Tokidoki brand, also made an appearance to support the event. It’s always a pleasure to see this friendly Italian artist and his vibrant works. Despite my best efforts to resist, I couldn’t help but snag some of his merch.

Another highlight was the collaboration between HeeDong & IVY BOYS. Korean artist Aaron Chang, inspired by his pet dog, creates clean-cut 2D art with a varsity vibe that perfectly aligns with the latest fashion trends. This unique style made it one of my favorite features at the show. There is some Web3 incubation in the works, but it's a realm I'm not too familiar. Fans who dabbles in this brand new area, can come on down to check it out.

Local toy makers and artists from CoPlay have a special featured area at the event. It’s always a proud moment to see our homegrown talents showcased on the global stage. It was nice catching up with the artists since we last met at CoPlay. You can find show exclusives at their booths too!

There’s still a lot happening this weekend at PTS, and the one event I'm most excited about is the SKULLPANDA x CLOT collaboration figurine reveal. They're keeping it under wraps until tomorrow, and I’m hoping to catch a glimpse of it before it gets snagged up again.

The inaugural Pop Toy Show Singapore 2023 is happening from 8-10 September 2023 at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre Basement 2, Halls D & E. You can still get tickets at http://www.poptoyshow.sg. Come on down and have some fun!

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