If you felt Manila heating up last May, it wasn’t just the weather — FanFes 2025 came in blazing with energy, fandoms, and pure, unfiltered fun! Held on May 17–18 at the ever-spacious SPACE at One Ayala, this two-day event was the summer hangout spot for anime lovers, cosplay stans, art collectors, and everyone in between.
🎉 From Chill Origins to Full-On Fan Fever
Who would’ve thought that a con that started at SM Aura and Circuit Makati would grow into this giant celebration? In just a few years, FanFes has totally leveled up! This year, it filled out a whopping 2,700 square meters of fandom paradise across four lively halls. Think of it as a beach resort—but instead of sand and sea, it’s filled with art prints, stickers, anime plushies, rare finds, and joyful chaos. 💥
🛍️ 100+ Booths = 100+ Ways to Lose Your Self-Control (and We Loved It)
Everywhere you turned, there was something cool to check out. Artists brought their A-game with merch that made us gasp, “OMG, I need that!” And the Cosplay Auction? Absolutely wild—in the best way. People were bidding as low as ₱1 and walking away with gems. ₱1! That’s not just a deal, that’s a fandom miracle.
💃 Stage Shows That Set the Room on Fire (Figuratively, Thankfully)
The main stage was an energy magnet. There were epic performances, sing-alongs, group dances, and super fun segments like Facepalm the Music, Guess the Sketch, and Price Fight. The crowd was all in—singing, screaming, dancing—like we were all part of one big anime beach episode. 🌴🎤
And the Cosplay Catwalk? Serve after serve after serve. The new Sun & Sea Cosplay Competition had fire- and water-themed cosplays that were so good, you’d think they came straight out of an anime opening sequence.
🌟 Celebrity Appearances That Made Us Gasp
Surprise, surprise! D4VD made an appearance and sent fans (rightfully) into full fangirl/fanboy mode. You could feel the room shift. Then there was Rithe, the cosplay queen from Singapore who absolutely slayed on stage and met fans with the kindest energy. The meet-and-greet lines were long—but no one was complaining!
🧊 Cool Air, Hot Vibes
Let’s not forget—SPACE at One Ayala is fully air-conditioned (bless), so while it was blazing outside, inside felt like a breezy vacation. You could wander, shop, snap pics, and pose at the See-Zone’s summer-themed backdrop without melting. 🧋
🎟️ Big Fun, Small Price Tag
One of the best parts? It was super accessible. You could grab a Shopper’s Pass for just ₱88, get full-day access with the ₱333 Regular Pass, or go all-in with the ₱777 Silver Portal Pass (which included early entry and a cute lanyard!).
💖 Shoutout to the Sponsors Who Made the Magic Happen
This summer party wouldn’t be possible without awesome partners who supported the fandom wave:
- Cosplay.ph
- TicketMax
- SPACE at One Ayala
- Amazing community groups and artists who filled the venue with love and creativity!
✨ FanFes 2025 Wasn’t Just an Event—It Was a Whole Vibe
At the end of the day, what made FanFes so special wasn’t just the cool merch or the jaw-dropping cosplays—it was the people. Everyone showed up with big energy, big hearts, and a big love for their favorite fandoms. Whether you came in costume or just came to vibe, you were part of something awesome.
If you missed it, don’t worry—FanFes is only getting bigger, brighter, and better. So mark your calendars and pack your fan gear—next year’s gonna be even hotter! 🔥
