Komiket
It’s not just a market—it’s an event. Expect cosplayers, talks, and even indie comic launches. So if you’re into the local art scene and pop culture, mark your calendar the next time Komiket announces a date.
They usually hold events in spacious venues like SM Megamall and Ayala Malls the 30th, which makes it perfect for a whole-day lakad with friends. Come early, wear comfy shoes, and bring cash. Your future self will thank you.
Wet Market
Wet Market is a cozy, recurring pop-up art market that sets up in artsy cafés and intimate spaces all around Metro Manila, especially down south. Unlike bigger events, Wet Market feels more like hanging out with your cool artist friends who just happen to be selling cute keychains and handmade journals. It’s the kind of place where you can sip on a good iced latte while talking to the artist who designed the sticker you're buying. Keep an eye on their socials to catch their next event—they tend to pop up when you least expect it.
Hub Make Lab
Tucked inside the nostalgic beauty of Escolta is Hub Make Lab, an arts and culture space that feels like a creative playground. Here, you’ll find a permanent collection of local brands and artists selling everything from prints and pins to upcycled clothes and DIY crafts. On top of that, they host regular art markets and events that highlight the diversity of the local scene. It’s perfect if you're the type who likes to dig through stalls and discover niche, one-of-a-kind finds.
Take the LRT, get off at Carriedo, and enjoy a mini-historical field trip while you’re at it.
Elsewhere Café
Located literally along Taft Avenue, Elsewhere Café is both a cozy coffee spot and a community space for creatives. Aside from serving solid coffee and snacks, they also host local art markets where student artists and indie creators sell their work. It’s accessible, affordable, and super friendly to young creators—which makes it perfect for spontaneous sticker runs between classes or tambay sessions after exams.