February feels better when it’s filled with color, culture, and creative cues.
Art slowly arrives in February—alive and gathering beats. Between gallery shows, concert spectacles, and museum moments, Metro Manila instantly turns into a moving map of music, movement, and masterpieces. It’s the month when canvases converge, stages sparkle, and days slow down for us to savor the beautiful sights.
Whether you’re a seasoned collector, a casual culture-seeker, or someone who’s just simply eyeing a creative escape, Arts Month offers a calendar packed with original and cultural promises. From full-scale festivals to pop-up and intimate performances, there are tons of wander-worthy creative corners that deserve a spot in your diary.
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Take a look at the list of art affairs, concerts, and exhibits coming to town this National Arts Month:
1. Art Fair Philippines: The star of the show
When: February 6-8, 2026
Where: Circuit Makati
If there’s one art occasion that defines the Philippines’ celebration of National Arts Month, it’s Art Fair Philippines. Drawing audiences with a devotion to art, it showcases a signature mix of modern masters, contemporary standouts, and a constellation of emerging voices. Expect a sweeping selection of local and international layouts, thoughtfully mounted to transform corridors and halls into a curated haven of color and concept. Art Fair Philippines serves as the season’s most anticipated art affair, merging artists and art aficionados alike.
2. ALT Philippines: Alternative art, elevated encounters
When: February 12-15, 2026
Where: SMX Convention Center
ALT Philippines is an immersive landscape ideal for art enthusiasts who admire experimental edges and unexpected expressions. It unveils a refreshing counterpoint to the regular fair format, focusing on non-traditional niches, shared spaces, and cross-disciplinary creations. This exhibit is a true example of championing evolving art that aspires to blur boundaries and bend definitions. Beyond frames, ALT Philippines walks you through a world of mixed media, digital dialogues, and daring designs where curiosity leads and creativity follows.
3. Seasonal specials
When: February 13, 2026
Where: Samsung Performing Arts Theater
As February hums with harmony, Arts Month’s slate of orchestral sets starts to surface across theaters and auditoriums. Behold performances by the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra, special recital series, and collaborative concerts that blend tradition and modern interpretation. Museums also host an array of free-pass functions, inviting visitors to interact with meaningful retrospectives and masterpieces. Let the legends serenade you in shows like the Concert VI Romanza, where an evening of lyricism and expression lingers.
4. CCP Pasinaya: Curated Culture
When: February 7-8, 2026
Where: Various venues
Arts Month wouldn’t be complete without a pilgrimage to the pillars of Philippine culture. The Cultural Center of the Philippines rolls out a trove of exhibitions in February. It features exclusive heritage pieces, historical portraits, and themed happenings at the CCP Pasinaya—from theatrical performances and workshops to participatory artmaking. The annual festival spotlights the Filipino spirit—told through storified shows, sculptures, and brush strokes.
5. Gallery hopping getaways
When: Different dates
Where: Various venues
Beyond the big fairs and feasts, February is prime time for personalized gallery trips. Get yourself soaked in art spaces like the ones in Makati’s Salcedo Village, Rockwell, and Taguig’s Bonifacio Global City. They often line up simultaneous openings—serving solo and collective showcases, interactive public installations, and many more! Spend some afternoon weaving art between white walls, wine bottles, and cultured (or candid) conversations.
