The EVM Convention Center is a convention center in

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. It is associated with the

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History

The EVM Convention Center was built by the

(INC), a Philippine-based Christian church. It was among the named projects of the INC for its

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celebration on July 27, 2014. An accident occurred at the construction site on February 2013 killing a worker. 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 Eduardo Villanueva Manalo (; born on October 31, 1955 in Quezon City, Philippines) also known as Ka Eddie Boy, was the former Executive Minister of the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC). He was the third generation of the Manalo family to lead the churc ...

leading the conduct of the International Conference, for Ministers and Ministerial Workers. The name of the convention center is based on the initials of the Church’s Executive Minister, Eduardo V. Manalo.

Specifications

The building has the following auditoriums: *Felix Y. Manalo Hall – 2,936 seats *Eraño G. Manalo Hall – 1,659 seats *Glicerio B. Santos Jr. Hall – 271 seats

Events

Aside from INC events, the convention center has served as a venue for other notable events such as

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's fan meet in the Philippines; the group stage of the '' Mobile Legends: Bang Bang'' esports tournament, MLBB M5 World Championship in December 2023 as well as the

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's Season 12 playoff.

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