How to make the most of your CREATEPhilippines x MIPAM experience

The CREATEPhilippines x Manila International Performing Arts Market (MIPAM) 2026 is almost here, and it has plenty of activities in store for the public throughout its Sept. 11 to 13 run at both The Tent at Likhang Filipino Exhibition Halls and the Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) in Pasay City.

Before heading to The Tent, however, it’s best to come up with a game plan: How to get there, what to check out inside, and where the crucial areas are. 

Check out our visitors’ guide that can help you make the most out of your CREATEPhilippines x MIPAM 2026 experience.

Step 1: Pre-register for the event here.

Step 2: Get to the Likhang Filipino Exhibition Halls at the International Trade Center Complex (formerly PhilTrade) along Roxas Boulevard.

Step 3: Enter The Tent at Likhang Filipino through its main entrance (A) and proceed to the registration area (B) to confirm your attendance. 

Step 4: Step deeper inside The Tent (C) and explore.

WHAT YOU’LL FIND INSIDE THE TENT

Session Stage (D) 

As a satellite stage to The Tent’s main one, the Session Stage will hold the exhibitors’ pre-scheduled presentations of their respective creative businesses. You can also catch some of the cozier performances of the participating artists, as well as the interactive activities that will be led by Just Dance PH. The Session Stage will also hold the Info Sessions, led by artists and industry experts.

Exhibitor booths (E)

Meet the 50 exhibitors—artists, organizations, and industry enablers—that are also members of CREATEPhilippines’ Directory of Creatives and get to know more about what they do best and how they can be part of your own creative journey.  

Main Stage (F)

The Main Stage will be where the insightful Info Sessions will be held, led by artists and performing arts industry insiders. The audience can also watch the bigger showcases presented by some of the exhibitors, as well as the CREATEPhilippines x MIPAM 2026 Welcome Ceremony, PARI and Go Live Asia’s 39th Awit Awards Send-off Concert, and the Networking Party at the event’s finale. 

Business Access Center (G)

The Business Access Center is a dedicated space for exhibitors to connect directly with key government agencies, industry organizations, and business support institutions to ask questions, seek expert guidance, explore available programs and services, and identify potential sources of support for their creative businesses and projects. 

Photo booth area (H)

Create visual proof of your CREATEPhilippines x MIPAM 2026 memories by taking snapshots with your friends at the dedicated photo booth.

Food and drinks (I)

Buy snacks and refreshments from the food trucks parked outside The Tent.

Restrooms (J)

Comfort rooms will be located to the right of the lobby. 

WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR DURING THE EVENT

Catch dynamic performances prepared by the CREATEPhilippines x MIPAM 2026 exhibitors and join in on the insightful Info Sessions. 

While the public is welcome to pick a specific day for their visit, attendees are encouraged to stay until the Grand Party Finale Night on Sept.13 to be eligible for the raffle, where hotel accommodations in Manila, Coron, and Camiguin are just some of the prizes up for grabs. There will also be free drinks, courtesy of Palawan Brewery, to power the festivities and the networking until late in the evening.

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Don’t miss this event! Pre-register as a guest for CREATEPhilippines x MIPAM 2026 here.