Manila FAME 2026 Returns to Pasay for Three Days of Filipino Design

Last Updated on October 9, 2026 by Over Here Toronto

Manila Fame returns to Pasay City from October 15 to 17, 2026, at the World Trade Center Metro Manila. The three-day trade show will highlight Philippine-made furniture, homeware, fashion, and lifestyle products

Organized by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), the event celebrates Filipino craftsmanship and contemporary design. It also gives local businesses an opportunity to showcase their products to industry professionals and potential buyers.

Before the main exhibition opens, an invited-media preview is scheduled for October 14, 2026, at 10 a.m. in the venue lobby. The preview will give accredited media members an early look at the event ahead of its official opening the following day.

A Media Preview Opens the Event Calendar

The October 14 media preview will give editors, photographers, and broadcasters an opportunity to explore the exhibition before it opens. It will take place at the World Trade Center Metro Manila and is intended for invited and accredited media.

The invitation was issued through the Design Center of the Philippines, with a focus on contemporary Philippine design. The preview also offers media professionals an opportunity to prepare their coverage of the event.

However, the available invitation does not identify the participating exhibitors, featured regions, or full programme for 2026. These details should be confirmed through official announcements rather than assumed from previous editions.

Visitors and industry professionals are encouraged to follow the organizers’ official channels for updates as the event approaches.

Celebrating Filipino Home, Fashion, and Lifestyle Design

Manila FAME brings together designers, makers, and manufacturers from different creative industries. These include furniture, interior design, lighting, home accessories, fashion, and lifestyle products.

The exhibition provides a space for businesses to introduce their collections and showcase their craftsmanship. It also highlights how Filipino designers combine function, style, and creativity in their work.

Beyond product displays, the fair helps connect creative businesses with potential commercial partners. Export buyers and trade visitors are among its core audiences.

These connections can help Filipino companies explore new markets and build relationships with international buyers. For local makers, participating in trade exhibitions can also increase brand visibility and introduce their products to new audiences.

Over Here Manila’s 2025 guide to Manila FAME covered the previous edition’s “Objects of Nature” direction and its emphasis on regional craftsmanship. This provides useful context for the event’s continuing focus on Filipino design.

However, the organizers have not yet confirmed the theme or participating brands for the 2026 edition in the available event information.

A Long-Running Platform for Philippine Creativity

CITEM has organized Manila FAME since 1983 as part of its efforts to promote Philippine products and support the country’s export industry. The agency operates under the Department of Trade and Industry and connects local businesses with buyers, media, and industry partners.

Over the years, the exhibition has provided a platform for businesses working across home, fashion, and lifestyle categories. It allows Filipino designers and manufacturers to present their products to audiences in local and international markets.

The event also connects creativity with business opportunities. By presenting their collections at a trade show, participating companies can introduce new products, build brand awareness, and establish professional relationships.

Filipino craftsmanship remains central to this mission. Furniture, decorative objects, lighting, and home accessories showcase the skills and creative ideas of local makers.

These products also demonstrate how traditional craftsmanship can contribute to contemporary design. Through its continued focus on Philippine-made products, Manila FAME supports greater visibility for the country’s creative businesses.

The 2026 edition will provide another opportunity to highlight the designers and manufacturers contributing to the industry. However, specific participants and featured collections still await official confirmation.

How to Visit Manila FAME 2026

Manila FAME 2026 will run from October 15 to 17 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila in Pasay City. The invited-media preview is scheduled for October 14 at 10 a.m. in the venue lobby.

The exhibition will focus on Philippine home, fashion, and lifestyle design. Visitors interested in attending should check the official Manila FAME event page for the latest announcements.

Public admission, registration requirements, daily opening hours, the event theme, and the confirmed exhibitor list should be verified before planning a visit. This will help visitors prepare for the event and avoid relying on unconfirmed details.

Accredited media members should refer to their invitation for details about the October 14 preview. Since this is a separate media activity, public access on that date should not be assumed.

With three days dedicated to Filipino design and craftsmanship, Manila FAME 2026 will bring attention to the creative businesses shaping the country’s home, fashion, and lifestyle industries. Further announcements from the organizers will provide a clearer picture of the participating brands and activities planned for this year’s exhibition.

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