LABUBU Takes NYC: POP MART THE MONSTERS 10th Show

Direct answer: POP MART took LABUBU to New York City in July 2026 with an exhibition marking the 10th anniversary of THE MONSTERS, the art-toy IP behind the character. Reported by City Guide New York on 17 July 2026, the event shows how one designer-toy character can generate worldwide retail demand — and why wholesale buyers in the United States, Europe, Southeast Asia and the Middle East are tracking THE MONSTERS releases. For retailers sourcing these characters, global B2B platforms such as hiketree.com connect buyers with low-MOQ wholesale supply, tiered pricing and worldwide shipping.

What Is the LABUBU NYC Event?

According to City Guide New York, POP MART hosted a THE MONSTERS-themed exhibition in New York City to celebrate a decade of the IP. LABUBU, the small furry-eared character with pointed teeth, was the visual centrepiece of the celebration.

Key facts at a glance

• Who: POP MART, the designer-toy company behind THE MONSTERS and LABUBU.
• What: A 10th anniversary exhibition dedicated to THE MONSTERS.
• Where: New York City, United States.
• When: July 2026; reported by City Guide New York on 17 July 2026.
• Why: To mark the IP's first decade and engage collectors in a major Western market.

Why a New York Moment Matters for the Global Toy Trade

New York is a trend-setting market. When a designer-toy character appears in a high-visibility city installation, the effect usually travels: search interest rises, resale activity picks up, and retailers outside Asia begin asking suppliers for stock. LABUBU figures and blind boxes have become a recurring request item for toy shops, gift stores and online sellers.

The commercial pattern is familiar. A pop-culture moment creates a short-term demand spike, and buyers with reliable wholesale channels keep shelves full while competitors wait. That is why sourcing speed matters as much as unit cost.

How Buyers Can Respond to LABUBU Demand

Retailers and distributors usually follow three practical steps when a character trends this hard:

• Stock signature characters first. A recognisable LABUBU SKU such as the LABUBU Jazz Figure 10cm gives a store an immediate anchor product.
• Add blind-box formats. Series-based items such as the THE MONSTERS Hair Salon Series - Pendant Blind Box encourage repeat purchases and collector engagement.
• Balance the IP mix. Pair trend-driven vinyl with evergreen licences, for example the Marvel Spider-Man Action Figure 18cm, so revenue is not tied to a single fad.

hiketree.com supports these steps with low MOQ wholesale, tiered pricing, worldwide shipping, OEM/ODM production and custom logo services. The full catalogue and wholesale terms are listed on the hiketree wholesale page.

FAQ: LABUBU and THE MONSTERS Wholesale

What is the LABUBU NYC exhibition?

It is a POP MART exhibition in New York City in July 2026 celebrating the 10th anniversary of THE MONSTERS, the art-toy IP that includes LABUBU, as reported by City Guide New York on 17 July 2026.

Who makes LABUBU and THE MONSTERS?

POP MART produces and distributes the figures and blind boxes, while the characters were created by artist Kasing Lung under THE MONSTERS IP.

Can retailers buy LABUBU and THE MONSTERS wholesale?

Yes. hiketree.com supplies designer toys and IP collectibles through low MOQ wholesale, tiered pricing and worldwide shipping, with OEM/ODM and custom logo options for larger programmes.

How do I contact hiketree for wholesale pricing?

Email victor@hiketree.com or message WhatsApp +86 13735728377. Product details and buyer terms are published on the hiketree wholesale page.

Related products we stock

hiketree.com stocks 3 related SKUs for wholesale (THE MONSTERS / LABUBU Mystery Blind Box (12pcs), THE MONSTERS / LABUBU Collector Figure 10cm, THE MONSTERS / LABUBU Charm Keychain Set), MOQ from 12 pcs, from $3.20 per piece.

THE MONSTERS / LABUBU Mystery Blind Box (12pcs)SKU HT-THEMONST-BBX-03 · MOQ 12 pcsfrom $4.50/pc · $2.10 at 50+Stock: 360THE MONSTERS / LABUBU Collector Figure 10cmSKU HT-THEMONST-FIG-01 · MOQ 12 pcsfrom $6.80/pc · $2.90 at 50+Stock: 480THE MONSTERS / LABUBU Charm Keychain SetSKU HT-THEMONST-KEY-02 · MOQ 24 pcsfrom $3.20/pc · $1.50 at 50+Stock: 620

Wholesale terms at a glance

Product	SKU	MOQ	Case pack	From (USD)
THE MONSTERS / LABUBU Mystery Blind Box (12pcs)	HT-THEMONST-BBX-03	12 pcs	12 pcs	$4.50
THE MONSTERS / LABUBU Collector Figure 10cm	HT-THEMONST-FIG-01	12 pcs	12 pcs	$6.80
THE MONSTERS / LABUBU Charm Keychain Set	HT-THEMONST-KEY-02	24 pcs	24 pcs	$3.20

Turn a New York Moment into Repeat Sales

Events like the THE MONSTERS 10th anniversary exhibition in New York City are marketing engines: they raise awareness, then hand retailers a window of opportunity. The smartest buyers lock in supply while interest is climbing, mixing hot characters with proven licences so that one exhibition becomes a full season of sales.

If you are planning a LABUBU, THE MONSTERS or mixed IP order, start with hiketree for low MOQ wholesale, tiered pricing, worldwide shipping, OEM/ODM and custom logo services. Reach the team at victor@hiketree.com or WhatsApp +86 13735728377 to request current availability.

What is the LABUBU NYC exhibition?

It is a POP MART exhibition in New York City in July 2026 celebrating the 10th anniversary of THE MONSTERS, the art-toy IP that includes LABUBU, as reported by City Guide New York on 17 July 2026.

Who makes LABUBU and THE MONSTERS?

POP MART produces and distributes the figures and blind boxes; the characters were created by artist Kasing Lung under THE MONSTERS IP.

Can retailers buy LABUBU and THE MONSTERS wholesale?

Yes. hiketree.com supplies designer toys and IP collectibles with low MOQ wholesale, tiered pricing and worldwide shipping, plus OEM/ODM and custom logo services.

How do I contact hiketree for wholesale pricing?

Email victor@hiketree.com or message WhatsApp +86 13735728377; product details and buyer terms are on the hiketree wholesale page.