Card Con Singapore: A Look at Singapore's First Major TCG Convention
In May 2025, Singapore hosted its first large-scale trading card convention — Card Con — organised by MyRepublic at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre. The free-entry, one-day event brought together collectors, players, and vendors under one roof.
Event Overview
Card Con took place on 3 May 2025 at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Level 3, Summit 2. The event was free to attend but required advance registration, with limited capacity.
MyRepublic described Card Con as part of its efforts to engage with Singapore's growing geek and gaming communities. The convention was billed as Singapore's first telco-led initiative dedicated to trading card games and collectibles.
What Was on Offer
The convention featured several components:
Exhibitor Marketplace
Over 50 exhibitors participated, including collectibles businesses, game publishers, local retailers, and vintage resellers. The Collectors' Marketplace featured rare cards, professionally graded items, exclusive merchandise, and original custom art.
Tournaments
Live TCG tournaments were held for popular card game titles, giving competitive players a chance to test their skills against others.
Workshops
Interactive sessions ran throughout the day, covering topics such as deck-building strategies, understanding card values, and navigating the world of card grading. These were designed to be accessible for newcomers while offering insights for experienced players.
Giveaways and Merchandise
Prize draws and exclusive Card Con merchandise were available. Limited-edition items were produced specifically for the event.
Industry Context
Card Con arrived at a time of growing interest in trading card games across Singapore. Events like the launch of Pokemon Prismatic Evolutions at Jewel Changi Airport drew large crowds in 2025, and the broader TCG market has seen increased activity from both casual collectors and serious investors.
The convention model — combining retail, competitive play, education, and community — mirrors successful formats seen in other markets. For Singapore, having a dedicated large-scale TCG event represents a step toward a more organised local ecosystem.
Attendee Experience
The event aimed to be inclusive, welcoming fans of all backgrounds and experience levels. From seasoned collectors browsing rare graded cards to newcomers attending their first deck-building workshop, Card Con offered something for different segments of the TCG community.
Looking Ahead
Card Con's organiser indicated that more initiatives in the trading card space are planned. Whether the convention becomes an annual fixture remains to be seen, but the event demonstrated that there is an audience in Singapore for dedicated TCG gatherings beyond regular shop-level tournaments.
For Singapore's TCG community, events like Card Con provide opportunities to connect with vendors, discover new products, and engage with fellow collectors in a structured environment.