The Philippine International Comics Festival (PICOF) 2025 is set to bring the spotlight back on Filipino komiks on July 5-6 at SM Megamall’s Megatrade Hall 2, from 11 AM to 8 PM.
Festival Director Paolo Herras, also Co-Founder of Komiket, invites everyone to register for a free Festival Pass to enjoy two days of comics, culture, and creativity. “Mabuhay ang Filipino Komiks!” Herras proclaimed in the invitation.
PICOF 2025 Highlights Include:
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Official Comic Launches: “BLIGHT” by Yuri Pinzon, a story of a zombie outbreak in Baguio City, and “Cat Cafeteria” by Arli Pagaduan, a heartwarming tale of a mother-daughter duo building a haven for stray cats.
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PICOF Creator’s Lab: Featuring 30 up-and-coming creators developing future comic stories.
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Comics Market: Over 220 creators from the Philippines and Southeast Asia showcasing and selling their works.
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Special Exhibits: A tribute to Mars Ravelo, a showcase of the PICOF Official Selection, and a featured exhibit on Palestine.
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Tuwa Comics Anthology: All pass holders receive an anthology of delight-themed comics from 92 indie creators.
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International Guests: Including Fil-German creator Sheree Doingo, Eisner Winner Erica Eng (Malaysia), Jonathan Scott (Thailand), and Kenfoo (Singapore).
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Comics Masterclasses: From July 4–6, twelve learning sessions with professional comics artists and writers.
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Live Festival Programming: Artist battles, live drawings, panel readings, and the fan-favorite Komikero Karaoke to close Day 2.
Check out the Comics Masterclasses at PCIF 2025:
The festival is co-presented by Komiket and Vibal Foundation, with support from the National Book Development Board, Goethe Institut, Korean Cultural Center, and Samahang Kartunista ng Pilipinas. Media partners include Comics Cube, Indie Komiks Podcast, Coffee and Comics, and the Powerful Komiksman Podcast.
Register now for your PICOF 2025 Festival Pass.
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