South Snippets®, the go-to online community for all things South, is bringing the timeline to life. Slated for March 13 to 15, 2026, the Carousel Court of Festival Mall in Alabang will host “Southie Fest 2026: The Grand Southie Meetup.” This highly anticipated three-day event is set to gather entrepreneurs, content creators, and community members from across the South of Metro Manila and beyond.
Designed to create a vibrant, real-world space for Southies to connect and celebrate, the festival champions local pride by spotlighting homegrown brands that offer diverse products and services. Beyond just a bazaar, the event fosters camaraderie and creates tangible opportunities for “Southiepreneurs” to showcase their hard work and unique offerings to a highly engaged community.
The Carousel Court of Festival Mall in Alabang was chosen for this milestone event because of its accessibility and strong foot traffic. Brands joining the fest will gain prime exposure within a 550-square-meter space, complete with a dynamic 360° stage and a large LCD screen to keep the energy high, while also benefiting from the South Snippets® community through social media promotions.
Day 1: “Southiepreneur” Day focuses on business and growth. The floor will be filled with booths highlighting the best of Southiepreneurs, while select business owners will take the stage to share insights on scaling local brands. Representatives from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), along with private accounting and marketing firms, will guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the basics of setting up a legitimate business.
Day 2: Southie Community Day highlights community members and local digital trendsetters known as “Southienfluencers” and content creators. In a unique gathering, these personalities will step out from behind the screen to connect with the community. Attendees can expect Q&A interviews, interactive games, and opportunities to meet and bond with their favorite local personalities.
Day 3: Southie Family Day wraps up the festival with an energizing lineup of activities for everyone. Participants can join workshops, creative classes, and community workout sessions led by various Southie groups, creating a space to learn, grow, and experience the unique services offered in the South.
Southie Fest 2026 is proudly presented by South Snippets®, with the support of event partners JNE Branding Consultancy and Festival Mall. The event is made possible with the help of sponsors including Aly Olaez, Neil de Belen Studios, Nextgen Events Management, Design Specs Printing Services, Carlo Suzara, Terraland Pines, Kato Fertility Clinic, and the City Government of Muntinlupa.
Community supporters include Mama Lou’s Group and Mama Lou’s Italian Kitchen, Schola de Vita, MEgorgeous, Let’s Glow Aesthetics, Lando’s Bar Las Piñas, Manna & Muse, BetterLife Yoga Studio, Lindy Hop Philippines, Invitations by Ten Arts & Gift Store, BloomsBrewsMNL, Be Club Lifestyle Hub, SOS Children’s Villages Pilipinas, Kalye Negosyo, and Southies Strays.
Official media partners include Alabang Bulletin, TigaSouthKaba, WhenInManila.com, Manila Bulletin, Manila Times, Manila Standard, Life In Tagaytay, Life In Alfonso, Chef Beng, Lowkey Lakwatsera, The Quiet Diner, Southieto, Tara Tagaytay, Wild and Sassy Blog, Dyan sa South, Chizbun Eats, The Reel B, Mauriz Coronel, and Mini Shoots.
The event will also feature treats and surprises from Santé Barley, Bake It With You, Launchpad Coworking PH, Marie Condensada, Bimoli, Luminosa Aesthetic Westgate, K Studio, VMV Hypoallergenics BF Homes, Cait and Ping Nail Salon, Learning and Beyond PH, Geni Dizon, and Free Ocean Yoga.
