K-pop fandom culture takes center stage at VISION FESTA: DIVE INTO THE STARS, an immersive exhibition that gives Manila fans a chance to experience their favorite artists beyond the usual concert or fan event.
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The attraction officially opened at Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City, with a red-carpet arrival and ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by members of the media, K-pop content creators, event organizers, and P-pop group VXON.
From the moment visitors enter, VISION FESTA is designed to feel more like an experience than a conventional exhibition. The red-carpet area provides an immediate photo opportunity, while the Present Box Tree and other installations add playful elements for fans to explore.
The main attraction can be found on Level 3, where the VIP VR experience places fans inside hyper-realistic, 360-degree performances featuring BTS, SEVENTEEN, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, ENHYPEN, and BOYNEXTDOOR.
The VR setup offers a different perspective on the concert experience. Instead of watching the artists from a fixed seat, fans are surrounded by the virtual performance, creating the sensation of being much closer to the stage.
For ARMYs, CARATs, MOAs, ENGENEs, and ONEDOORs, the attraction provides an opportunity to experience performances from five major K-pop groups in an immersive format.
The exhibition also features an exclusive gallery showcasing artist content and collectibles associated with THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS. The gallery gives visitors a closer look at memorabilia connected to some of the biggest names in the Korean music scene.
A dedicated gift shop offers official merchandise and collectibles, while interactive K-pop media zones allow visitors to further engage with the exhibition.
The opening celebration also received an added dose of local star power through the participation of VXON. The P-pop group joined the ribbon-cutting ceremony, bringing Filipino representation to an event centered on the global reach of K-pop.
VISION FESTA ultimately combines music, technology, memorabilia, and fan interaction into one destination. Its biggest appeal lies in the way it transforms the idea of watching a performance into something more immersive, allowing fans to feel as though they have stepped directly into the world of their favorite artists.
VISION FESTA: DIVE INTO THE STARS is open from September 1 to October 31, 2026, at Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City. Tickets are priced at ₱1,450 per person, with the VR experience located on Level 3. (with reports from Imelson Correa)