Anime Festival Asia Singapore 2026: Booth & Standee Display Guide

Anime Festival Asia (AFA) Singapore 2026 runs from 27 to 29 November 2026 (Friday to Sunday), 10am to 9pm daily, at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, 1 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039593. It is South-East Asia's largest Japanese pop-culture festival, and 2026 marks a milestone edition tied to 60 years of Singapore-Japan diplomatic relations. This guide answers what fans actually search before going — dates, hours, how to get there, what is inside and how to plan a day — then, at the end, covers booth displays for anyone exhibiting or running a Creators Hub table. Pullupstand is an independent Singapore display supplier since 2007 and is not affiliated with AFA or its organiser.

When and where is Anime Festival Asia Singapore 2026?

AFA Singapore 2026 takes place across three days, 27 to 29 November 2026, at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, 1 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039593. It is the same central Marina-facing venue AFA has used for its late-November weekend, sitting inside the Suntec City complex next to the Esplanade and Marina Square. Dates and hall allocation are confirmed by the organiser; always cross-check the official Anime Festival Asia website before you plan travel, as final hall numbers are published closer to the event.

What time does AFA Singapore 2026 open each day?

AFA Singapore 2026 opens at 10am and closes at 9pm on all three days, 27, 28 and 29 November. That is an 11-hour daily window, so most fans plan two visits — one to walk the exhibition floor and shop merch, and one built around the stage programme and cosplay. If you want the quietest aisles and the best merch stock, arrive close to the 10am open on Friday. Weekends are busiest from late morning through mid-afternoon.

How do you get to Suntec for AFA 2026?

The easiest way to reach Suntec Singapore is by MRT. Esplanade station (Circle Line) and Promenade station (Circle and Downtown Lines) both connect to Suntec City via sheltered underground and street-level walkways, and City Hall interchange (East-West and North-South Lines) is a short covered walk away through Marina Square and CityLink Mall. Multiple bus services stop along Temasek Boulevard and Nicoll Highway. If you drive, Suntec City has paid car parks, but expect them to fill fast on a festival weekend — public transport is faster and cheaper for a three-day event.

What is inside AFA Singapore 2026?

AFA Singapore 2026 packs a full pop-culture programme into three days. Expect a large exhibition floor of anime, manga, gaming and merchandise booths; a live stage with anisong (anime-song) performances from visiting Japanese artists; cosplay showcases and gatherings; interactive gaming zones; a Creators Hub of independent artists selling original art and prints; and Japanese street food and snacks. The 60-years-of-friendship theme is expected to bring extra Japan-focused programming for the 2026 edition.

How much are AFA Singapore 2026 tickets?

Ticket prices and on-sale dates for AFA Singapore 2026 had not been announced by the organiser at the time of writing. In past years AFA has sold single-day and three-day passes, along with premium tiers that add priority entry and stage seating. To avoid resellers, buy only through the official ticketing link on the Anime Festival Asia website. We have deliberately not quoted a price here, because publishing an unconfirmed figure would mislead you — check the official page for the live rate.

What is special about the 2026 edition?

The 2026 edition lands in a landmark year: 60 years of Singapore-Japan diplomatic relations. That anniversary typically brings a stronger line-up of Japanese guests, music acts and cultural tie-ins, so AFA 2026 is shaping up to be one of the bigger recent editions. Announcements — guest artists, stage schedule and ticket tiers — roll out in the months before November, so follow the official channels if you want to catch presale windows.

How should you plan an AFA day?

Plan around three things: the floor, the stage and your feet. A few practical tips from years of working these halls:

• Arrive near the 10am open if merch or limited prints are your priority — popular items sell out by afternoon.
• Suntec's halls are strongly air-conditioned; a light layer helps over an 11-hour day.
• Cash-and-card both matter — many independent Creators Hub sellers prefer PayNow or cash.
• Photography is welcome, but always ask a cosplayer before taking their photo.
• Confirm the venue's bag and prop policy on the official site before you pack a large cosplay weapon or oversized bag; rules can change year to year.

For Exhibitors, Artists & Cosplayers: booth displays that convert

If you are taking a booth or a Creators Hub table rather than attending as a fan, the rest of this guide is for you. AFA is a visually loud floor where a booth has seconds to catch a passing fan, and the setups that sell are instantly readable from the aisle. In our experience fitting out booths at Suntec and Singapore EXPO, the winning stalls lead with one strong visual at standing height, then support it with tidy product and pricing panels at table level.

What is the best display setup for an AFA booth?

The best display setup pairs a standing eye-catcher with table-level clarity. A foam board standee — a life-size character, mascot or hero graphic you own — is the single strongest crowd-puller and photo magnet on a pop-culture floor. Add a pull-up banner for your name, socials and a QR code, and lightweight poster or foam board prints for artwork and pricing.

Print only artwork you own or are licensed to use — never a franchise you do not have rights to, as the copyright risk sits with you as the exhibitor.

Suntec logistics: compact tables, air-con and setup timing

Suntec logistics reward displays that are light, self-supporting and quick to move. Creators Hub tables are compact, so oversized rigs eat your selling space and block sightlines. Keep hardware slim, and remember Suntec's strong air-conditioning can shift a loosely rolled banner overnight, so straighten graphics each morning. Move-in windows are scheduled and shared with hundreds of exhibitors, so pre-pack by table and label each case. As print specialists, we would spec a stable standee base and a matte laminate to cut glare under hall lighting.

How early should you print for AFA 2026?

Print at least three to four weeks before AFA 2026, because late November sits inside Singapore's busy year-end event run. Standard turnaround is two to three working days once artwork is print-ready, but standees and large prints need proofing time. Supply print-ready PDFs in CMYK with correct bleed, and confirm your standee's cut shape early. If you are unsure about file sizing for a life-size cut-out, our team can check your artwork before it goes to print.

Frequently asked questions

When is Anime Festival Asia Singapore 2026?

AFA Singapore 2026 runs 27 to 29 November 2026 (Friday to Sunday), 10am to 9pm daily, at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, 1 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039593.

What are the AFA Singapore 2026 opening hours?

The festival opens at 10am and closes at 9pm on all three days. Arrive near opening on Friday for the quietest aisles and best merch stock.

How do I get to AFA at Suntec?

Take the MRT to Esplanade or Promenade station on the Circle and Downtown Lines, or City Hall on the East-West and North-South Lines and walk through Marina Square and CityLink Mall. Buses stop along Temasek Boulevard; driving means paid Suntec car parks that fill quickly.

How much are AFA Singapore 2026 tickets?

Ticket prices and on-sale dates had not been announced by the organiser at the time of writing. Buy only through the official ticketing link on animefestival.asia to avoid resellers.

What can I do at AFA Singapore 2026?

Explore the merchandise exhibition, catch anisong live performances on the main stage, watch and join cosplay, play in the gaming zones, shop original art at the Creators Hub and try Japanese street food across the three days.

Can exhibitors print their own character artwork on a standee?

Yes, if you own or are licensed to use the artwork. Print original characters, your own IP or commissioned art. Avoid printing licensed franchises you do not have rights to, as that copyright risk sits with you as the exhibitor.

How early should exhibitors order displays for AFA 2026?

Order three to four weeks ahead. Standard turnaround is two to three working days once artwork is approved, but standees and large prints need extra proofing time, so build in buffer.

Get your AFA 2026 booth print-ready

Imagine fans stopping mid-aisle for a photo with your standee, then turning to your table to buy — that is a booth working for you all weekend. It starts with the right displays, ordered early and printed clean. Tell us your table size and artwork, and we will recommend the setup that fits. Explore foam board standees from S$120 and pull-up banners from S$95, or message us on WhatsApp at +65 8891 9518.

Written by the Pullupstand Editorial Team — Singapore's exhibition and event display specialists since 2007.

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Disclaimer: This guide is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with Anime Festival Asia (AFA) or its organiser. Dates, hours and venue are per the organiser's listings and can change — confirm on the official Anime Festival Asia site before planning. Ticket prices were unannounced at the time of writing. Exhibitors are responsible for holding rights to any artwork they print. Prices from S$4, S$95 and S$120 are indicative; confirm current pricing with Pullupstand.