ILLUST FUSION EXPO 2026 Returns! Experience Power of Growing Art Community, Previous Edition Breaks Record with 16,000-Plus Visitors

Experience Power of Growing Art Community, Previous Edition Breaks Record with 16,000-Plus Visitors

After a phenomenal turnout of over 16,000 visitors last year, one of Thailand's largest art conventions is ready for an impressive return with ILLUST FUSION EXPO 2026 (IFEXPO26) scheduled to take place on 13-14 June 2026 at Paragon Hall, 5th floor, Siam Paragon. Brimming with creativity, this warm and inspiring event is inviting everyone with art in their hearts to support Thai artists and the creative industry together.

From Small Art Market to Thailand's Largest Creative Community

Organized by Anitime, a brand under Enterdock Co., Ltd., IFEXPO began in 2017 as a modest art market before steadily growing alongside Thailand's new generation of artists. What started as a small gathering of illustrators, collectors, and art lovers has eventually evolved into a major festival uniting artists, creators, and illustration enthusiasts from across Thailand.

The hugely successful IFEXPO2025 attracted 16,523 visitors, the highest turnout in the event's history. Its remarkable success reflects not just the growth of Thailand's art and illustration sector, but also the strong support from audiences, collectors, and fans who turned up enthusiastically at the two-day event to check out new works and back local talents.

This year, IFEXPO26 strengthens the creative force further, bringing together 729 artists and creators across 1,108 booths over two full days. Featuring both emerging illustrators and established professionals, this art festival offers visitors the opportunity to explore and shop for illustrations, handmade crafts, and collectibles, including postcards, keychains, jewelry, and exclusive character goods by renowned and rising designers—with many items available exclusively at the expo!

Shine in Your Own Way

Guided by the "Shine in Your Own Way" concept, this year's expo uses "lantern" to symbolize the inner light of the artists—each with unique sparks of creativity, identity, and inspiration. IFEXPO serves as a nurturing space where these lights can brighten freely within a warm, friendly, and creative art community right in the heart of the city.

A major highlight this year is the event's debut Pop-up Cafe, an exclusive collaboration with Joojee World, the artist behind the IFEXPO 2026 Key Visual. Bringing the artist's imaginative world and characters to life for a chic cafe experience, this space allows visitors to get close to the art while soaking in the expo's atmosphere from a charmingly fresh perspective.

More Than Art Market: Experiences Waiting to Be Discovered

Throughout the two-day event, visitors can enjoy a packed line-up of inspiring stage activities, including artist talks, live drawing demonstrations, exclusive giveaways, and games with special prizes from event partners!

Saturday, 13 June 2026

• 1 PM - 1.30 PM | Exclusive Interview with Peakkyboo: Finding Inspiration on the Little Ghost's Artistic Journey
• 2 PM - 3 PM | Panel Discussion: "Our Lines, Whose Rights?" by the Department of Intellectual Property
• 3 PM - 3.30 PM | Lucky Draw with LALAPIX, the printing house for artists and creators
• 4.30 PM - 5.30 PM | Special Talk: "Why Do Good Ideas Usually Pop Up in the Shower?", featuring psychology experts

Sunday, 14 June 2026

• 1 PM - 1.30 PM | Talk with Mind - Joojee World, creator of the IFEXPO 2026 Key Visual
• 2 PM - 3 PM | Panel Discussion: "How to Use Inspiration Without Copying" by the Department of Intellectual Property

• 3 PM - 3.30 PM | | Lucky Draw with LALAPIX, the printing house for artists and creators

• 4.30 PM - 5 PM | Meet simpleseasun, creator of the "New Kid" character who has demonstrated a distinctive creative style and engaged in numerous brand collaborations
• 5 PM - 5.30 PM | Live Drawing Demonstration: Transforming audiences into White Wolf by Paeristar Factory

Special Promotions & Souvenirs at IFEXPO2026!

ILLUST FUSION EXPO 2026 offers an array of special activities and souvenirs to fully immerse visitors in the vibrant art community. Upon entry, the first 7,500 visitors on each day of the event will receive a Commemorative Stamp Rally Card to participate in the event's activities and record good memories. Additionally, visitors can join a free layer-stamp workshop, which is limited to 750 participants per day, totaling 1,500 spots throughout the two-day event.

Moreover, all visitors will receive cash coupons valued between 100 and 300 THB.If they join stage activities (conditions apply), they will also win special prizes. Furthermore, the Stamp Rally allows participants to redeem their stamp collection for exclusive souvenirs, including the official Key Visual postcard and limited-edition sticker sets of ILLUST FUSION EXPO 2026.

ILLUST FUSION EXPO 2026, sponsored by the Department of Intellectual Property, LALAPIX, and Pixiv, Japan's leading online art community and social network platform, will take place on Saturday and Sunday, 13-14 June, 2026, from 10 AM to 8 PM at Paragon Hall, 5th Floor, Siam Paragon. Regular tickets are priced at 120 THB (1-Day) and 220 THB (2-Day). Early Bird tickets are available until June 7 at the IF Store art & chara in MBK Center for 100 THB (1-Day) and 200 THB (2-Day).

Whether you are looking to discover new artists, support Thai creators, or simply connect with a community of illustration lovers, IFEXPO 2026 is this year's must-attend event! Follow our latest updates at:

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