MANILA, Philippines – Asia’s very first-ever history convention, will be held in Manila this from August 25 to 28. History Con will cover a broad range of genres and interests, with dedicated areas for the paranormal or sci-fi, survival and adventure, motoring, history and culture.
The four-day ticketed event will be jam-packed with activities and displays that will bring the HISTORY channel to life and immerse visitors in the once in a lifetime experience.
Prem Kamath, Deputy Managing Director, A+E Networks Asia said the network is expecting the channel's loyal fans and history buffs at the convention.
“We are thrilled to make history with the conception of History Con, the biggest entertainment convention of its kind, in Manila. History Con reinvents the way we connect with our local audiences, as an on-ground extension of our brand that offers something for everyone, whether they’re our loyal fans who just can’t get enough of History, or they’re curious onlookers who are new to our brand. We’re creating an experience beyond the television screen to engage our visitors at a deeper level that allows them to feel, live and see history come alive in an entertaining way,” said
History Con will feature a popular HISTORY personalities who will make appearances, sign autographs, host talks and conduct workshops.
Fans will have the opportunity to meet and mingle with "Ancient Alien" host Giorgio Tsoukalos; Brandi and Jarrod of "Storage Wars"; Damon Runyan of "Gangland Undercover"; Justin Mott of "Photo Face-off"; and the cast of "Celebrity Car Wars," which includes several Filipino celebrities like KC Montero, Joey Mead King and Marc Nelson and professional car driver, Gaby Dela Merced. The latter is HISTORY Asia’s brand-new original production that follows celebrities as they compete in automotive challenges.
Giorgio Tsoukalos, host of HISTORY's "Ancient Aliens"
Interesting booths and exhibits
Participate and be active as each booth at History Con will have its own distinct theme that showcases HISTORY’s most popular series, including Ancient Aliens, Swamp People, Storage Wars, Alone, Pawn Stars, Counting Cara, Leepu & Pitbull, Ride ‘N Seek with Jaime Dempsey, Photo Face-off and Celebrity Car Wars.
History Con will also include the large rally of automobiles from cars, motorcycles and boats, featuring restored classics and customized rides. For history buffs, there will be a section dedicated to historical characters, a Philippines Presidential limousines display and World War II exhibits.
Amazing 3D experience, exclusive screenings, exciting activities and prizes
In addition, visitors can take a 3D experience into our Solar System at the virtual reality booth with Oculus Rift, flex their muscles and take on other strongmen and women at arm wrestling, or get a ringside seat at Muay Thai and boxing demonstrations. Visitors will also be eligible to participate in raffle draws to win fabulous prizes. For the first time, fans will also be able to catch exclusive screenings of premiering History shows.
Event-goers are also invited to make history by participating in three world-record-breaking attempts at History Con. One of the Guinness World Records that HISTORY aims to break at the convention is the record for the longest TV-watching marathon—currently set at 94 hours!
In conjunction with History Con, local middle school and universities in Metro Manila have been invited to take part in the HISTORY Bee Inter-school Competition, where the winning school will be crowned History Bee School Champion in Manila. History will also launch a talent search for History's next Digital Host. A separate announcement will be made with further information and entry requirements.
The convention passes priced from P200 and up are now available for sale at HistoryAsia.com/HistoryCon. More details and updates about celebrity appearances and other activities will also be available on the History Con website.