Lokal Popup is back — and this time, it’s bigger, bolder, and powered by the community-first spirit of &FRIENDS Festival. Happening on July 5–6 at the 5th Floor of Paseo Center, Lokal Popup is a two-day celebration of homegrown creativity, featuring over 35 local brands, curated finds, and community-centered experiences — all while giving back to Lokal Lab, a grassroots NGO in Siargao.
Born out of a desire to bridge commerce and cause, Lokal Popup is more than a weekend market. It’s a platform for small businesses, artists, and makers to connect with a wider audience — and a way for city-goers to shop with purpose. From fashion and lifestyle to wellness, art, and food, every product tells a story — and every sale contributes to a larger mission.
Proceeds from the event will benefit Lokal Lab, a nonprofit organization empowering communities in Siargao through design, education, sustainability, and local livelihood programs. This partnership brings much-needed visibility and support to rural changemakers building a more self-reliant future for the island.
Lokal Popup is proudly powered by &FRIENDS Festival, the cross-cultural music and arts movement known for bringing together global talent with Filipino community spirit. Just like the festival, Lokal Popup is built on connection, collaboration, and meaningful experiences.
This year’s edition is also sponsored by Jabronis Pizza, Glo Probiotics, Cloche Flame, and Zig, whose support has helped fuel this community-forward activation. The event is made possible in partnership with Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, the official venue partner.
“We created Lokal Popup to make supporting the local community easy, fun, and impactful,” said the organizing team. “It’s about more than shopping — it’s about investing in the next generation of Filipino entrepreneurs and uplifting communities like Siargao that often get left out of the spotlight.”
To encourage engagement, guests can also join the Lokal Stamp Card Challenge — complete your card by visiting participating booths and receive a limited-edition Lokal Mystery Bag, filled with special gifts from sponsors and &FRIENDS Festival.
Expect good vibes all weekend: live DJs, exclusive drops, one-of-a-kind pieces, and food and drinks from local favorites. Whether you’re looking to discover emerging brands, grab a slice of Jabronis, or support a good cause, Lokal Popup has something for everyone.
Lokal Popup runs July 5–6, 2025, from 11 AM to 8 PM at Paseo Center, 5th Floor, Makati.
Entry is free.
Because when we support local, we build more than businesses — we build futures.
