TOYCON PH 2025 Wraps Up with Fan Awards, Final Performances, and Farewell Highlights

The third and final day of TOYCON PH 2025: Pop Life Festival concluded with a celebration of community, creativity, and shared passion at the SMX Convention Center. With over 400 booths still bustling with activity, fans made the most of their last chance to explore collectibles, artwork, exclusive merchandise, and fan-driven exhibits.

Kicking off the day's festivities was FightSaber Philippines, captivating the audience with high-energy lightsaber duels that drew cheers from Star Wars fans of all ages. This was followed by the always-popular Gashapon Panel, and a midday performance by Shane Shen, warming up the crowd for the day's music and stage events.

Anime fans gathered eagerly for the TokuSpirits interview featuring Yuriko Yamaguchi, the iconic voice behind Nico Robin (One Piece), Ritsuko Akagi (Evangelion), and Nurse Joy (Pokémon). Her warm personality and stories from the industry made her session a standout moment of the day.

The Warner Brothers: Superman Panel added a fun twist with on-stage trivia games and giveaways, creating an interactive experience for fans. Exclusive Superman-themed items and prizes were handed out, giving lucky audience members an unforgettable takeaway from the segment.

In the afternoon, the KOOLPALS Live Podcast Recording brought humor and live storytelling to the stage, adding a local flair to the international festival vibe.

Cosplay remained in the spotlight during the Celebrity Cosplay Guest Interview, where top cosplayers shared their creative journeys and fan experiences, celebrating the artistry and passion that define the cosplay scene at ToyCon.

The ToyConcert series closed the festival on a high note with back-to-back performances. All the acts —

including STARMARIE, ZIGA, SAYA, WANMINI, DELA, PASTEL MIX, and BEVERLY — kept the energy high. Japanese artists MIURA AYME and MIKO also stole the show. Their electrifying set and dynamic stage presence lit up the venue, drawing one of the loudest crowd reactions of the day. Fans sang, danced, and waved light sticks in rhythm, turning the hall into a sea of color and excitement.

Another meaningful highlight was the charity auction for an original artwork signed by several artists. The auction drew generous bids and ended with an impressive final amount of over ₱80,000, reinforcing the community’s spirit of giving and shared purpose.

Throughout the day, FPS Media PH ensured every highlight was captured through their wireless multicamera livestream setup, broadcasting to large LED screens within the venue and streaming the excitement to fans watching online.

As the lights dimmed on TOYCON PH 2025, fans left with lasting memories, signed merch, new friendships, and a renewed love for the fandoms they hold dear. The final day served as a powerful reminder of how pop culture continues to bring people together—one shared moment at a time.