LABUBU 10th Anniversary NYC Exhibition: What to Know
POP MART brings THE MONSTERS 10th Anniversary World Tour to New York on July 17, 2026. Here is what LABUBU is, why it is trending, and how to visit.
What is the LABUBU 10th Anniversary NYC exhibition?
It is POP MART's first U.S. THE MONSTERS 10th Anniversary World Tour exhibition, a 6,000 sq ft immersive space with nine themed galleries tracing the LABUBU IP from artist Kasing Lung's early sketches to global fame. It opens Friday, July 17, 2026, runs through August 31, and sits at 423 W. 14th St. in New York. Entry starts at $20.
Who is LABUBU and why is it so popular?
LABUBU is a mischievous, sharp-toothed elf character from THE MONSTERS series created by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung, produced as vinyl figures and plush by POP MART. It went viral through blind-box collecting, celebrity sightings, and resale scarcity, turning a niche designer toy into a mainstream collectible.
You can read more background on the wider figure via Wikipedia's LABUBU entry. The 10th anniversary tour has previously stopped in Shanghai, Taipei, Hong Kong, Paris, and Tokyo, and New York marks its first U.S. appearance.
How much are tickets and what do you get?
General entry is $20 for ages 10 and up and $10 for children. VIP tickets add an exclusive bundle worth over $130, including a limited-edition Vinyl Plush Blister Pack. Every ticket holder receives a commemorative gift.
- Standard (10+): from $20
- Children: $10
- VIP: bundle valued over $130
Online-only ticket buyers can also enter a draw for exclusives not sold at the door.
Why is this event trending right now?
The exhibition is timely because LABUBU is a viral collectible sensation and this is a limited-time, first-in-the-U.S. event. It offers rare access to anniversary exclusives, commemorative gifts for all attendees, and the first U.S. visit by creator Kasing Lung. Scarcity and the short July 17 to August 31 window drive demand and secondary-market interest.
How does mystery-box collecting relate to LABUBU?
LABUBU sells through blind boxes, so buyers do not know which figure they will get until it is opened. That surprise mechanic is the same appeal behind the mystery boxes at TroveDrops, where you open boxes for a chance at real tech, sneakers, luxury, and collectibles, then ship the item or sell it back for credit.
The difference is transparency. TroveDrops publishes odds up front so you can browse boxes and their odds before spending, and every result is provably fair. You can verify fairness yourself using the cryptographic seed for each open.
How do I visit and what should I plan for?
Head to 423 W. 14th St. in Manhattan's Meatpacking District any time from July 17 through August 31, 2026. Buy tickets online in advance to lock in a slot and qualify for the online-only exclusive draw.
- Dates: July 17 to August 31, 2026
- Location: 423 W. 14th St., New York
- Tip: book online early for exclusives and VIP bundles
Trends FAQ
When does the LABUBU NYC exhibition open and close?
It opens Friday, July 17, 2026 and runs through August 31, 2026 at 423 W. 14th St. in New York.
How much do tickets cost?
Standard entry starts at $20 for ages 10 and up and $10 for children. VIP tickets add an exclusive bundle worth over $130 with a limited-edition Vinyl Plush Blister Pack.
Is this the first U.S. stop of the tour?
Yes. New York is the first U.S. appearance of THE MONSTERS 10th Anniversary World Tour, and the first time creator Kasing Lung visits the U.S. for the community.
How is a provably-fair mystery box different from a blind box?
A blind box hides which figure you get, while a provably-fair mystery box also publishes the odds and lets you cryptographically verify each result. You can check TroveDrops odds at /boxes and verify fairness at /p/provably-fair.
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