The local Virtual YouTuber (VTuber) scene is preparing for a major community gathering as ONLive 2026 takes over Halls A and B of the Bayanihan Center Pasig City on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Organized by Pygmalia, the one-day convention will unite Filipino VTubers, digital artists, content creators, and fans under the official theme “Amplify your potential in 3… 2… 1!” from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Expanding the Local VTuber Ecosystem
Rapidly establishing itself as a cornerstone event on the Philippine ACG (Anime, Comics, Games) calendar, ONLive highlights both veteran and emerging virtual creators while providing a direct platform for community engagement.
This year’s expanded venue footprint will house dozens of artist booths and exhibitor spaces alongside a dedicated central stage for live virtual performances, creator panels, and community showcases.
Action-Packed Stage Program and Live Performances
The convention’s eight-hour stage and stream schedule kicks off at 12:00 NN with an exclusive guest panel interview hosted by VTuber Newsdrop. Shortly after at 12:30 PM, the main stage will host a cosplay competition featuring prominent community figures including Satou Asori, Kaika Hana, Xhien Haru, Zeffiroku, and S.I.G.A.W.
The afternoon festivities continue at 1:35 PM with the “VStars On Stage” segment, showcasing 13 featured VTubers including K1RARIN, Hiroyuki Orion, and Sen Stellaria. At 2:40 PM, the event pivots to musical performances during the VTuber Medley Concert, featuring Maddie, Nemusagi, Mihoyana, SoulSync, and Dasu, among others. Throughout the entire event, fan-submitted video clips and community highlights will broadcast continuously as part of the ONRADAR segment.
Interactive Quests and Attendee Experiences
To enhance fan engagement, ONLive 2026 introduces several interactive activities across the venue floor. Every attendee will receive a special eco-bag through the TSKR Bag Campaign, loaded with milestone freebies, promotional materials, and creator gifts from exhibitors.
Additionally, attendees can participate in the Supacha Card Challenge, a bingo-style quest printed on the back of event tickets. By visiting artist booths and purchasing merchandise, fans can complete quest goals to earn raffle entries and win exclusive convention prizes.