Glamour Moments

This year, I turned 40. And I decided to celebrate that milestone by becoming a kid again. So, I packed my things and headed out to the 22nd Philippine Toys, Hobbies, and Collectibles Convention last June 14. And it was definitely a blast for the 40-year-old me. Toys For All Ages You know that “rule” where you’re supposed to leave behind toys when you become an adult? Well, at the Toycon, that rule gets thrown out the window. Here, 40-year-olds and older get to gush about toys of all sorts alongside the actual kids. And as always with Toycon, there are tons of toys to gush on. There were the dinosaurs, robots, and superhero action figures for the young and old boys. Meanwhile, the young and old girls feasted their eyes on Barbies, Sailor Moon, and other heroines. There is also the meeting of the old and the new, as popular franchises get more toys courtesy of both seasoned and up and coming manufacturers. Voltes Five, that giant robot 40-year-old and older Filipino kids still adore, w...

  TOYCON PH is a premier event destination in the Philippines, dedicated to the celebration and exploration of the dynamic world of toys and collectibles. Now on its 21 st year, TOYCON PH focuses on the evolution of toys and the experience of creative play as it continues to captivate enthusiasts of all ages. This convention still serves as a hub where fans, collectors, creators, and industry professionals converge to celebrate the past, present, and future of playthings.   This is where Asia comes to PLAY! Event Overview Date: June 14-16, 2024   Location: SMX CONVENTION CENTER MANILA TOYCON PH 2024 is set to transform the SMX Convention Center Manila into a vibrant playground for toy aficionados. The convention will feature an extensive range of exhibits and activities, including exclusive toy product reveals, performances from international Pop idols, panel discussions with toy industry experts and celebrity collectors, toy designing workshops, interactive gami...