MAKATI CITY — The Ayala Museum Shop brought Filipino art, culture, and heritage closer to book lovers during the 47th Manila International Book Fair (MIBF), held from September 9 to 13, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center Manila in Pasay City. Carrying the theme “Get Lit: Reading in a New Light,” this year’s fair featured more than 165 exhibitors offering books across over 60 categories. As the Philippines’ biggest and longest-running book fair, MIBF welcomed readers, students, educators, authors, and publishers for five days of literature, learning, and cultural discovery.
Discovering Art and Culture Beyond Books
Visitors explored the Ayala Museum Shop at Booth 2-27 on the 2nd Floor, Function Room 4, where selected publications and museum admission were offered at special discounts. The booth gave fairgoers another way to discover Philippine art and culture, with museum publications and cultural materials providing an opportunity to take home more than just a book. Located among the fair’s exhibit halls, stage areas, and specialty vendors, the second floor offered visitors additional spaces to explore beyond the main book displays. For art and culture enthusiasts, the Ayala Museum Shop provided a convenient stop for discovering resources connected to the Philippines’ artistic and cultural heritage.
Connecting Readers With Filipino Heritage
The MIBF gave the Ayala Museum Shop an opportunity to introduce its cultural offerings to audiences beyond its home base in Makati. By joining an event centered on reading and learning, the museum connected with visitors whose interests extend from literature to Philippine art, history, and heritage. The shop’s participation also highlighted the natural connection between books and cultural tourism. For visitors exploring Manila’s major cultural events, the booth offered another avenue to discover Filipino stories and creative works while experiencing one of the country’s biggest annual gatherings for readers and publishing enthusiasts.
