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.

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ACTIVITIES

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BRANDED EVENTS

BRANDED EVENTS

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COMERCIAL SHOOTS

COMERCIAL SHOOTS

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BIRTHDAY PARTIES

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

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DANCE FLOOR

DANCE FLOOR

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LOUNGE AREA

LOUNGE AREA

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HOOKAH SMOKE

HOOKAH SMOKE

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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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NEXT GRADING UNIVERSE

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NET NINJA

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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 Collector

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Lego Collector

Rosanna Villanueva

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Rosanna Villanueva

Artists

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AINIZUKA

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TCG Collector