Announcing the World's Largest Metaverse Event: Virtual Market 2026 Winter!

HIKKY Co., Ltd. has officially announced the upcoming Virtual Market 2026 Winter, a major metaverse event set to occur from December 5th (Saturday) to December 20th (Sunday), 2026. This marks the 17th installment in the Virtual Market series, which has established itself as one of the largest metaverse events in the world!

What is the Virtual Market?

Since its inception in 2018, the Virtual Market (often abbreviated as Vket) has become a staple in the virtual reality community, taking place twice a year during the summer and winter seasons. Attracting over 1.5 million attendees globally per event, the Vket has received numerous Guinness World Records for its scale and engagement. Participants enter the metaverse as avatars and explore various themed virtual venues where they can purchase 3D items, clothing, food products, and experience games, attractions, and live music. Essentially, it mimics a real-world city outing but in a digital environment!

How to Participate

The event will remain free for all attendees, who can join from VR devices or personal computers 24/7 throughout the event duration. The two primary exhibit venues will feature designs inspired by Spain and Yokohama, providing attendees with immersive experiences tailored to different cultural aesthetics.

For businesses and organizations looking to showcase their products and services, HIKKY offers a one-stop service for booth design and promotion strategies to help enhance brand recognition and foster community engagement.

Interested companies are invited to reach out through the provided contact options for more information.

Open Call for Creative Talent

Not only does the Virtual Market welcome businesses, but it also opens its doors to general creators, allowing them to display and sell their own 3D models and avatars. This is an exceptional opportunity for artists and designers, as they can host their own original booths or simply display their works in pre-arranged spaces provided by the Virtual Market team. With a variety of thematic worlds available for participation, creators will find ample chances to showcase their unique designs to a large audience.

For the 2026 Winter edition, the event will feature 20 distinct creative worlds tailored to individual creator styles. It also includes special categories that integrate popular VRChat worlds into the lineup, offering innovative cross-experience interactions.

Special Features

Highlighting this season, the event will debut collaborative worlds with successful VRChat environments:
1. Murder4: Step inside a classic mansion that becomes a gallery for creators’ works where participants must search for clues while navigating through the immersive surroundings.
2. OKEANOS DESCENT: Embark on a grand adventure through various themed domains, inviting participants to explore sky and sea landscapes alongside their creations.

Additionally, a variety of other unique worlds will be present:

- Ninja Road: Become a ninja in a neon-lit metropolis where players train their physical abilities in a thrilling chase.
- Library at the End: An expansive archive holding humanity's memories and records awaits exploration.
- Zoo of Irregular Dimensions: Enter a fun-filled zoo that hosts a mix of terrestrial and fantastical creatures.

Application Details

The submission period for general creators will run from August 18 to August 31, 2026. Detailed schedules regarding application results and submission guidelines will be released shortly.

Event Overview

- Event Name: Virtual Market 2026 Winter
- Hosted by: HIKKY Co., Ltd.
- Dates: December 5-20, 2026 (16 days total)
- Entry Fee: Free
- Exhibition Venues: ParaReal Spain / ParaReal Yokohama
- Official Website: vket.com
- Social Media Links:

- Twitter: @Virtual_Market_
- YouTube: Vket Channel

With an opportunity for immersive connections between the real and virtual worlds, HIKKY, founded with the mission of transcending dimensions, continues to push the boundaries of creativity and technology in the exciting realm of VR culture.

Join us in this incredible journey in the metaverse for a unique experience that you won't want to miss!