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Host of brands to shine at Kidtropolis

My Little Pony, Pokémon, Shopkins, PAW Patrol among those appearing at this weekend’s event.

A host of licensed characters and brands are set to appear at Kidtropolis this weekend.

The event – which runs from April 6-8 at Birmingham’s NEC – has a packed programme, including an unboxing zone hosted by toy retailer The Entertainer.

The zone will be hosted by children’s TV presenter Nigel Clarke along with a number of popular YouTubers. Product unboxings will take place from Flair, Spin Master and Hasbro ranges, while there will also be product giveaways and competitions.

In addition, activities and activations on the showfloor will take place from Nintendo Switch, My Little Pony, Pokémon, Shopkins, Wasps Rugby and Universal Pictures among others.

Meet and greets will take place with PAW Patrol, The Lorax, Stick Man, My Little Pony’s Twilight Sparkle, The Gruffao, Masha and LEGOLand Discovery Centre’s Bertie.

Gemma Gallagher, director at Kidtropolis, commented: “We are so excited to be hosting The Entertainer Unboxing Zone at Kidtropolis.

“To bring live unboxings to children and families is something I’ve been really looking forward to announcing. It’s going to be great fun.”

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