Be transported to the fantasy world of anime @ Downtown East
September 22 2022 – Calling all anime fans! You do not want to miss the exciting line up of events happening next month at Downtown East!
A signature event of Downtown East for the past 18 years, attracting both cosplayers and enthusiasts, Singapore’s mega cosplay convention, Cosfest 2022 is back! The two-day event (October 15 - 16), over the weekend, promises a spectacular array of programmes and performances featuring various international cosplay celebrities, activities and exhibition booths. Time to gear up for the show. To all otakus, be there or be square!
Also, have you heard? Downtown East is back with a slew of exciting events that will push your Halloween weekend to the next level. Get ready for – Halloween Town: Yokai Festival, October 29 - 30.
Come and discover all the fantastic supernatural creatures in Japanese folklore (or dress up and become one!) at this annual family-friendly spooktacular event.
Double up the fun with amazing deals from TADA and Linkpoints.
D’Marquee | Open Plaza 1 | Begonia Terrace, October 15 – 16
Cosfest 2022 is returning to Downtown East on October 15 and 16 this year. Prep yourself for exhilarating stage performances including singing, anime and cosplay dance performances starring popular international cosplayers - kawaii Neneko, well-known Taiwanese celebrity cosplayer, and charismatic DJ cosplayer Joo A, from South Korea. There are also fringe activities throughout the weekend affair including trading card tournaments, graffiti wall and photo-ops.
But wait, there's more! Joo A will also be spinning her DJ set on day-one of the event - ready to set the stage on fire with her irresistible charm!
West Winds band will be making an appearance at Cosfest on day-two, bringing a list of megahit soundtracks from popular animation and movie titles.
Anime fans can expect more than 100 booths at this year’s Cosfest by international exhibitors and local creators, showcasing official merchandise as well as their anime art pieces and creations. Expect some big names such as CAESARS, Asia’s most exclusive retailer and distributor for premium swords and weaponry collectibles and Hakken!, a retail and online store featuring official anime products and merchandise.
Stand a chance to be the lucky winner and take home a metallic replica sword sponsored by CAESARS! Three ticketed winners will be picked daily.
$12 (one-day pass) | $22 (two-day pass)
Stay tuned for the ticket sales announcement on Singapore Cosplay Club website.
Level 2, Event Square, October 29 – 30 (Open to Public for Free)
Get your spooky on this Halloween with engaging programmes curated during the Halloween weekend. Suitable for all ages, immerse yourself in the Halloween spirit and snap a photo with adorable Yokai (Japanese-themed) characters at various photo-op locations around Downtown East. Meet the Yokais and join in the fun Yokai Parade for an up-close encounter with well-loved characters from the anime series Inuyasha!
October 29, 7 pm, Event Square
As dusk approaches, behold the appearance of half-demon Inuyasha, high school girl Kagome Higurashi and many more characters from the Inuyasha anime series as they parade around Downtown East. Free Yokai masks will be given out to the public during the walkabout.
October 29 - 30, 2pm – 4pm, Event Square
Drop by Event Square at Downtown East to check out stage performances by Melanie, Singapore’s first representative at the Gyeonggi International Cosplay Festival (GICOF). She will be singing songs from popular titles such as Demon Slayer, Fate/Stay Night Heaven's Feel, Princess Mononoke and more. Also, appreciate the stunning showcase of the beautifully rhythmic Koto (a Japanese plucked half-tube zither instrument) and traditional Japanese Taiko (Japanese percussion instrument) performance.
October 29 - 30, 1pm - 6pm, Event Square
Do not have costume for the Yokai Festival? Fret not! Head to the Yokai Costume Makeover booth (1pm – 6pm) for a wide selection costumes, accessories and props. Be ready for the festival in no time; satisfy the desire to play dress-up and channel that inner character!
Design a one-of-a-kind mask at the workshop to pair with your costume for that perfect Yokai Festival look! The 45-minute workshop has three sessions available on both dates (1pm, 2pm, 3pm), accommodating up to 15 pax per session.
Redeem a FREE Yokai Costume Makeover or Mask Painting Workshop with a minimum spend of $50 for NTUC Members ($60 Link Members).
October 1 – 31
Enjoy $10 off your TADA ride to Downtown East with the promo code <DEYOKAI10>, limited to the first 750 redemptions. Limited to one promo code per user.
October 1 – 28
Redeem a FREE Daruma pouch with a minimum spend of $50 for NTUC Members ($60 Link Members).
October 1 – November 18
Get 50% off on the second weekday pass purchased. Only available on weekdays, excluding school holidays and public holidays. Sold in bundles of two adult off-peak Day Passes.
Double your enjoyment with Link! Redeem a range of vouchers for your next visit at Downtown East with no minimum spend.
500 Linkpoints: $10 Starbucks voucher | $10 Haidilao Hot Pot voucher
Redeem your vouchers at E!Avenue Level 2 and E!Hub Level 1 Information Counters. Limited to the first 100 redemptions.