The much-awaited Likhang HABI Market Fair (LHMF) returns to SPACE at One Ayala in Makati City from October 9 to 11, 2026. With the theme “Worth Every Thread,” the fair promises a weekend of inspired designs that celebrate the best of Filipino artistry, heritage, and the future of Filipino textiles. The flagship project of HABI: The Philippine Textile Council, the three-day event brings under one roof a carefully curated selection of exhibitors, including weavers, artisans, designers, makers, and textile advocates.
1. SHOP with Purpose
Over a hundred makers and textile artisans come together in one marketplace, ranging from grassroots weaving communities and small enterprises to established brands and contemporary designers. Discover handwoven textiles, fashion, accessories, home pieces, crafts, and other creations that bring Filipino fibers and traditional techniques into modern life.
2. HABI LECTURES
Stories, ideas, and conversations behind the threads. HABI LECTURES brings together speakers and practitioners for discussions on Philippine textiles, from preservation and cultural heritage to curation, product development, entrepreneurship, and the challenges faced by weaving communities.
Entrance Fee: PHP 200; special student fee: PHP 150.
For schedules and reservations, visit the HABI Council website: habiphilippinetextilecouncil.com
3. EXHIBITS, WORKSHOPS & WEAVING COMPETITIONS
Piña and Abaca Competition Entries
A premier highlight of this year’s fair, this exhibition showcases a combined total of 40 entries from across the Philippines. It features finalists from the 9th Lourdes Montinola Piña Weaving Competition and the 5th Eloisa Hizon Gomez Abaca Weaving Competition, spotlighting the exceptional skill, mastery, and ingenuity of Filipino weavers.
Benilde Fashion Museum
The fair will also feature a mini exhibition of Philippine fashion heritage, showcasing works by renowned Filipino designers from the 20th century, curated by the Benilde Fashion Museum.
Special activities by The Mahalina Foundation and Museo Pambata
Workshops by select vendors during the three-day fair
4. TELAserye: HABI Docu Screenings
See the stories behind the textiles. A special round-the-clock screening will feature documentaries on Philippine textile traditions and weaving communities, including selected documentary features from GMA News and Public Affairs’ i-Witness.
- “Kinakalingang Habi” and a talk-back session with Howie Severino
- “Agkulol” and a talk-back session with Mariz Umali
Admission to the screenings and talks with journalists Howie Severino and Mariz Umali is FREE.
5. FOOD
A taste of local food and artisanal finds complements the textile experience, with select food vendors like The Plaza Catering offering Filipino treats, regional specialties, artisanal products, and other delicious discoveries to enjoy while exploring the fair.
The 16th Likhang HABI Market Fair, with the theme “Worth Every Thread,” will be held on October 9–11, 2026, at SPACE at One Ayala in Makati City.
The fair is made possible with the generous support of corporate sponsors SM Investments Corporation, Philippine Gaming and Amusement Corporation (PAGCOR), Okada Foundation Inc., Mr. D.I.Y. Philippines, AY Foundation Inc., Marubeni Philippines Corporation, STI Education Systems, Gramans Group of Companies, and Nobleland Ventures Inc., and media partners ChinoyTV, DiscoverMNL, DZRJ 810 AM, Manila Bulletin, Malaya Business Insight, Manila Standard, Our Awesome Planet, and WhenInManila.com.
