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EVM Convention Center

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EVM Convention Center
AddressQuezon City, Metro Manila
Philippines
OwnerIglesia ni Cristo
TypeConvention center
Capacity2,936[a]
OpenedMarch 15, 2022 (2022-03-15)

The EVM Convention Center is a convention center in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines. It is associated with the Iglesia ni Cristo.

History

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The EVM Convention Center was built by the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC), a Philippine-based Christian church. It was among the named projects of the INC for its Centennial celebration on July 27, 2014.[1] An accident occurred at the construction site on February 2013 killing a worker.[2] The facility was not finished in time for the church anniversary.

It was inaugurated on March 15, 2022 with INC Executive Minister Eduardo V. Manalo leading the conduct of the International Conference, for Ministers and Ministerial Workers.[3]

Specifications

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The building has the following auditoriums:[3]

  • Felix Y. Manalo Hall – 2,936 seats
  • Eraño G. Manalo Hall – 1,659 seats
  • Glicerio B. Santo Jr. Hall – 271 seats

Events

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Aside from INC events, the convention center has served as a venue for other notable events such as STAYC's fan meet in the Philippines[4]; the group stage of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang esports tournament, MLBB M5 World Championship in December 2023 as well as the MPL Philippines's Season 12 playoff.[5]

Notes

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  1. ^ Across 3 halls

References

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  1. ^ "Iglesia Ni Cristo 99th Anniversary Greetings". Sun.Star Pampanga. July 27, 2013. Retrieved February 20, 2025 – via PressReader. Other major projects of the church as part of its centennial celebration are the EVM Convention Center...
  2. ^ "Another faulty scaffolding kills worker". Philippine Daily Inquirer. February 22, 2013. Retrieved February 20, 2025.
  3. ^ a b A beautiful edifice rises in Quezon City, Philippines. INC News and Updates. Iglesia ni Cristo. March 18, 2022.
  4. ^ Ng, Scott (October 28, 2022). "STAYC's first-ever Manila fanmeet moved to larger venue". NME. Retrieved February 20, 2025.
  5. ^ Pineda, Carlos (October 25, 2023). "EVM Covention Center and Rizal Memorial Coliseum will host M5". Sports Interactive Network Philippines. Retrieved February 20, 2025.