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Best Christmas and holiday markets, bazaars and festive spots around the Philippines.
Noel Bazaar
Metro Manila (Filinvest Tent Alabang; Okada Manila; World Trade Center)
Multiple dates in late Nov–Dec.
Okada Manila Christmas Market / Enchanting Christmas Market
Okada Manila, Parañaque City
Nov 19 – Jan 5
ChristmasSaya Bazaar
Riverbanks Mall, Marikina City
World Bazaar Festival
World Trade Center, Pasay
Mid-Dec; large bazaar with many vendors, shows, etc.
Baclaran Church Christmas Bazaar for a Cause
Baclaran Church Compound, Parañaque
Late Nov – mid-Jan, proceeds go to charity.
DTI Christmas Village Fair
SM Megamall, Mandaluyong
Usually early December.
The place to shop for tight budget. Budget shopping in Manila offers a variety of options, from markets to malls. Here are some great places and tips for budget-friendly shopping:
Divisoria Commercial Center
Located: Soler Street, Divisoria, Metro Manila, Philippines
- Best For: Wholesale, fashion, accessories, fabrics, and home goods.
- What to Expect: A bustling market known for its affordable prices, especially for clothes, shoes, bags, and fabrics. You can buy items at wholesale rates if you buy in bulk.
Greenhills Shopping Center
Located: Ortigas Avenue. San Juan, 1502 Metro Manila, Philippines
- Best For: Fashion, gadgets, and accessories.
- What to Expect: Known for cheaper clothing and accessories, Greenhills has a mix of local vendors and shops offering budget-friendly goods. You can also find electronics, home décor, and imitation designer items.
Quiapo Market
Located: Carlos Palanca, Quiapo, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
- Best For: Religious items, electronics, fabrics, and food.
- What to Expect: Quiapo is a famous area for low-cost goods, especially religious items like rosaries and statues. There’s also a wide selection of inexpensive clothes, gadgets, and street food.
Carriedo Street
Located: Carriedo Street, Carriedo St, Metro Manila, Philippines
- Best For: Budget shoes, bags, and accessories.
- What to Expect: Located near Quiapo, Carriedo Street has a number of stores selling shoes and bags at lower prices. Many items are locally made, offering good quality at lower rates.
The Market! Market!
Located: Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Metro Manila, Philippines
- Best For: Clothes, toys, crafts, and food.
- What to Expect: Affordable and mid-range stores. It also features a lot of local brands offering budget-friendly clothing and accessories.
Baclaran Market
Located: Northern area of the city of Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines.
- Best For: Clothes and toys
- What to Expect: Lot of local brands offering budget-friendly clothing and accessories.
Taytay Tiangge
Located: Don Hilario Cruz Ave. Club Manila East Brgy. San Juan, Taytay 1920 Rizal Philippines
- Best For: Tuesdays and Fridays are the best days to shop in Taytay because that’s when new stocks come pouring in. If you’re shopping with fellow hoarders, you can get sweet deals by buying in bulk
- What to Expect: Tees, shorts, casual and formal.
Shopping Online:
Shopee, Zalora (PH), Klook Travel, Sephora (PH) and Artdesign (PH)
Best for almost anything, especially clothing, gifts, gadgets, fashion and beauty products.
- What to Expect: Shopping apps like Lazada and Shopee often have flash sales, discounts, and vouchers that can help you snag a great deal without leaving home. Expect everything from clothes to electronics and household items at competitive prices.
Tips for Budget Shopping in Manila:
- Sales and Discounts: Keep an eye on seasonal sales (e.g., Christmas, Black Friday) for great discounts.
- Haggle: In markets like Divisoria and Greenhills, bargaining is common, so don’t hesitate to negotiate.
- Use public transportation like jeepneys, LRT, or MRT to save money on travel while shopping.
By exploring these places, you can enjoy shopping in Manila without breaking the bank.
