Collectors and pop-culture fans in the Philippines have a new destination to explore as MAX Collector: Collectors Con Year 4 takes over The Block Atrium at SM North EDSA.
Running from July 16 through July 30, 2026, the event brings together toys, figures, character merchandise and themed experiences from a wide selection of entertainment brands. The convention is being presented under the SM Fandom initiative in partnership with Funko and Toy Kingdom.
A Wide Selection for Collectors
Collectors Con Year 4 is designed for both longtime hobbyists and newcomers searching for their first display piece. Visitors can browse products from companies and retailers including Toy Kingdom, Funko, Bandai, Hot Toys, Good Smile Company, McFarlane Toys, Blokees, Funism, Disney Store, Miniso, Filbar’s, CoolectZone, Geek PH, MiniCo and Sunrise Pop.
The large brand lineup gives fans access to products covering anime, animation, comics, films, games and other areas of modern fandom culture. Alongside familiar releases, the event also provides an opportunity to discover new collections and limited items in one central location.
Rather than functioning only as a shopping event, the convention aims to create a shared space where visitors can display their interests, meet other collectors and celebrate the franchises that inspired their collections.
The Philippines’ First Alien Stage Pop-Up
One of the convention’s biggest highlights is the first official Alien Stage pop-up held in the Philippines.
The attraction gives local fans a closer look at the world of the South Korean animated musical web series through dedicated displays and exclusive merchandise. Its inclusion adds a distinctive experience to the convention and reflects the growing international popularity of the franchise.
Other recognizable properties represented at the event include Pokémon, Disney and Masters of the Universe, creating a lineup that appeals to several generations of collectors.
Cosplay and Community Take Center Stage
The launch of Collectors Con Year 4 also featured a cosplay gathering attended by numerous Filipino creators and performers. Guests appeared as characters from anime, games and other pop-culture franchises, helping transform the atrium into an interactive meeting place for the local fandom community.
Cosplay, themed displays and fan interactions give the event an identity beyond its retail booths. Visitors can take photographs, meet creators and connect with people who share similar interests, making the convention as much about community as it is about collecting.
Part of SM North EDSA’s Expanding Fandom Program
Collectors Con is one of several fandom-focused experiences being hosted at SM North EDSA. The mall also operates Animezing North, an initiative built around official anime exhibitions, merchandise and interactive attractions.
Previous and upcoming activations connected with the program have included franchises such as Solo Leveling, Kaiju No. 8, One Piece, Pokémon, DAN DA DAN and Jujutsu Kaisen.
With its mix of collectible brands, cosplay appearances and the country’s first Alien Stage pop-up, Collectors Con Year 4 offers Filipino fans another major opportunity to experience their favorite franchises outside the screen.
MAX Collector: Collectors Con Year 4 remains open at The Block Atrium, SM North EDSA in Quezon City, until July 30, 2026.
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