sandbox swapmeet

Home of the Pop Culture Community in the Middle East

Step into the heart of the pop culture convention based in Dubai celebrating everything from comics, manga, anime, gaming, toys and collectibles, music, cosplay, bricks, and art under one roof. This is where stories come alive and memories are made.

Next Event Nov 1-2, 2025:

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SANDBOX COMMUNITY EVENTS

Volume after volume,  Sandbox Swapmeet keeps growing — bigger stages, bigger battles, bigger fandom energy and more thematic events to expand all thriving pop culture communities!!!

CARD TRADE SHOW

Collectors unite: Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, MTG, One Piece, Star Wars, Alpha Clash & more — all under one roof.

STICKER CON

A curated haven for artists, illustrators, and sticker creatives!!!

GAMER VERSE

Battle it out in tournaments, level up your skills, and claim your glory together with the gaming communities! 

KDCU

From Seoul to Middle East -where fans become performers, and performers become stars. 

Brick and Build

From Builders of AFOL Middle East to creators of Gunpla, Tamiya and other fun collectibles!!!

Kawaii Con

From anime to comics, from movies to games — the characters you love come alive with the Middle east cosplayers! 

Kicks and Threads

From fresh drops to vintage grails — find your pair, flex your style together with the sneakerheads and thrifters.

Chronicle Con

Book lovers, comics fandom, maga and manwa unite in this one of a kind COmmunity gathering! 

about us

what is sandbox swapmeet all about

Sandbox Swapmeet is the UAE’s homegrown pop culture gathering – where collectors, gamers, cosplayers, and fans come together to celebrate what they love most.

Founded with a community-first spirit, Sandbox is more than just a marketplace—it’s a creative playground where people can swap, sell, game, create, and connect. From vintage toys and trading cards to artist showcases, cosplay contests, tournaments, and retro gaming zones, every event is a celebration of fandom in all its forms.

With multiple volumes held across Dubai’s most vibrant venues, Sandbox Swapmeet has become a go-to destination for thousands of fans seeking authentic, accessible, and unforgettable pop culture experiences.

ACTIVITIES

Dive into the worlds that inspire us, connect with the people who get us, and celebrate everything that makes pop culture unforgettable. Sandbox Swapmeet comprises of 40 comunities in United Arab Emirates. A celebration and reunion of fans, collectors and pop culture awesomeness! 

TAMIYA FUN RACE

Race Experience and Fun race competition hosted by Otaku ME.

LEGO DISPLAY

AFOL ME showcase of My Own Creation and different Lego Builds!

COSPLAY BATTLE

A showcase of art and fandom love on popular characters.

K-POP Dance Fest

Korean Pop Random Dance Festival and performances hosted by Ixies.

TCG TOURNAMENTS

Pure TCG from different devs tournaments, casuals, and learn to play

BEYBLADE X

BCU battles it out with the Beyblade X community hosted by BlockVault.

SANDBOX SPOTLIGHT

From visionary creators sharing their work to passionate collectors preserving stories and memories, this space honors the creativity, dedication, and love that fuel the community. Their voices and collections are more than displays — they are bridges between generations, cultures, and fans.

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TCG HYPE & JOE's COLLECTIBLES

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AFOL MIDDLE EAST

be a partner

We welcome partners in our pop culture event, a gathering that celebrates creativity, storytelling, and the shared passions that connect people across the Middle East. This event brings together fans, artists, and communities in a vibrant space where ideas, art, and culture meet, highlighting the voices and talents that make this region unique while also linking it to global pop culture movements.

It is an opportunity to not only support artistic expression but also to be part of a growing community that thrives on imagination and shared cultural experiences.

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Testimonials

what our partners has to say

Mahmoud

The event you guys host are always well-organized, and the atmosphere is always lively and welcoming as always. The mix of vendors and the community vibe really make it stand out each time. Every volume its better than the other.

Mahmoud

TCG Admin

Mariel Aying Gonzales

I always enjoy attending and participating in the Sandbox Swapmeet. It's a fantastic event that brings together a vibrant and diverse community of all ages. As part of the Adult Fans of LEGO community, we are especially grateful to the organizers for consistently inviting us to showcase our collections, creativity in building and share our passion for LEGO.

Mariel Aying Gonzales

Adult Fan of Lego Admin/Collector

Omar Secret Rare

We are very grateful for Sandbox Swapmeet 🤍 We started from zero and achieved growth and success. Extremely supportive team & organizers that always treat us like family 🤍

Omar Secret Rare

TCG collector

Rosanna Villanueva

best community event! where artsts like me are on the spotlight and they have created a platform for all local artists in the region.

Rosanna Villanueva

Artists

Cid Dolo

The activities are always engaging, and the fun truly never runs out. Wishing the Sandbox Swapmeet continued success—looking forward to many more volumes ahead!

Cid Dolo

Hotwheels Colelctor Admin

AINIZUKA

What also makes the event special is the variety of passionate vendors. It’s refreshing to meet creators and sellers who truly care about what they offer—not just selling products, but sharing stories and genuine excitement.

AINIZUKA

TCG Collector