The Little Things returns to MEFCC 2026

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The Little Things returns to MEFCC 2026

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11 Sep 2026 15:12:12 GMT9
11 Sep 2026 15:12:12 GMT9

Pop culture retail brand The Little Things (TLT) returns to Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC) for its 14th edition, taking place from 11–13 September 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.

This year, TLT returns with exclusive and limited-edition collectibles, new trading card game experiences, major collaborations and its sponsorship of Cosplay Central.

MEFCC has become something of an annual tradition for The Little Things — an opportunity to celebrate alongside the fans and communities at the heart of pop culture in the region. Whether they are dedicated collectors, cosplayers, gamers, anime fans or simply looking for a weekend immersed in their favourite fandoms, visitors can experience everything from retail and collectibles to cosplay, workshops, competitions and immersive experiences.

The scale of that community continues to grow. MEFCC’s 2025 edition welcomed more than 46,000 attendees over three days, bringing regional and international entertainment together under one roof.

For The Little Things, returning to MEFCC is an opportunity to bring the world of collecting closer to the people who love it. Visitors to TLT can explore toys, blind boxes, action figures, statues, trading cards and other collectibles, spanning nostalgic favourites, iconic franchises and characters currently shaping pop culture.

Exclusives Made for Collectors

Leading TLT’s line-up is the 49th Anniversary TLT Exclusive One Piece Going Merry 6-Pack Collector Bundle, a special numbered release limited to just 500 sets worldwide.

Collectors can also look out for event-exclusive metallic Banpresto figures featuring Naruto and Luffy, alongside more special finds available throughout the three-day event.

TLT will also launch one of its standout collector pieces at MEFCC: the Bburago x Swarovski Elements Lamborghini Revuelto.

Covered in 8,138 Swarovski Elements crystals, the die-cast scale model will be available in two striking finishes — Black Diamond and Jet Crystal. Both are limited and individually numbered, making the release one to watch for automotive and die-cast collectors at the event.

As trading card games continue to grow worldwide and build passionate communities across the region, TLT is bringing some of the latest expansions from Pokémon TCG and One Piece Card Game to MEFCC 2026.

TLT has also partnered with Kayou to introduce fans to a new range of trading cards and collectibles featuring popular franchises such as Naruto and KPOP Demon Hunters.

There will also be an opportunity to discover CookieRun: Braverse Trading Card Game, with a dedicated play area where visitors can learn how to play, experience the game firsthand and challenge their friends.

Beyond the cards themselves, the space celebrates what has made TCG culture so exciting: discovering a new game, opening packs together, chasing rare pulls and sharing the experience with other collectors.

The Little Things Powers Cosplay Central

The Little Things’ presence at MEFCC extends beyond the retail floor this year as the sponsor of Cosplay Central, a dedicated hub celebrating the creativity and community behind cosplay.

Throughout the weekend, Cosplay Central will feature professional cosplayer meetups, a dedicated photography zone, bookable cosplay photoshoots and a cosplay workstation, giving cosplayers a space to prepare, connect and bring their characters to life.

For TLT, supporting Cosplay Central is another way to connect with the communities that make pop culture what it is — celebrating not only the characters and worlds fans love, but the creativity and self-expression they inspire.

Crunchyroll, a leading global anime streaming platform, will make its first appearance at MEFCC in 2026, with The Little Things joining the experience as a retail partner.

Alongside Crunchyroll’s games, photo opportunities and immersive fan experiences, TLT will contribute anime collectible displays and a curated selection of merchandise available for purchase within the Crunchyroll booth — giving fans another way to connect with the titles and characters they love.

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