Taguig is hosting a major showcase of Filipino creativity this September as the ASEAN Creative Industries Expo by Malikhaing Pinoy brings together creators, artists, businesses, and creative-industry stakeholders at the SMX Convention Center Aura in Taguig City.
The three-day exposition runs from September 17 to 19, 2026, under the theme “Navigating Our Future, together.” It is organized by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in collaboration with the Philippine Creative Industries Development Council Secretariat.
A Showcase of Filipino Creative Talent
The ASEAN Creative Industries Expo, also known as ASEAN MPEx, provides a platform for Filipino creators and creative enterprises to showcase their work and connect with audiences and industry participants. The event is part of the government's Malikhaing Pinoy Program and is being held during Philippine Creative Industries Month. According to the DTI and event coverage, the expo is designed to strengthen connections across the creative sector while highlighting Filipino talent and innovation. For visitors, the expo offers an opportunity to experience different forms of Filipino creativity in one venue, from visual arts and design to digital media and performing arts.
Exploring Different Creative Industries
The expo brings together exhibitors and participants from nine creative domains, covering audiovisual media, creative services, cultural sites, digital interactive media, design, performing arts, publishing and printed media, traditional cultural expressions, and visual arts. This wide range reflects the diversity of the Philippine creative sector and gives visitors a chance to discover how creativity is expressed across different industries.
The event also includes interactive experiences and showcases designed to connect creators with potential audiences, partners, and business opportunities.
Creativity Meets Innovation
The theme “Navigating Our Future, Together” places collaboration and innovation at the center of the three-day exposition. The event brings together creative businesses, artists, industry stakeholders, government agencies, and participants from ASEAN countries. PNA reported that DTI Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque emphasized closer coordination between the government and private sector as part of efforts to further develop the creative industry.
For creative entrepreneurs and professionals, these connections can provide opportunities to exchange ideas, discover potential partnerships, and explore wider markets.
