BSP unveils Asean 2026, festivals commemorative coins
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) unveiled new commemorative coins to celebrate the Philippines’ rich cultural heritage, as well as raise public awareness and foster greater interest in the country’s role as Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit chair in 2026.
In a ceremony held on Nov. 26 at Malacañang, BSP Governor Eli Remolona Jr. presented the “Pista sa Pilipinas: 100-Piso Philippine Festivals Commemorative Silver Coin Series” and the “10-Piso Asean Coin” to President Marcos.
The coins will be released next year.
Commemorative coins often differ in size from ordinary circulation pieces. They are minted to honor a historic figure or to mark the significance of a place or event in history.
Many are minted in precious metals such as gold and silver, lending them a rarer and costlier character.
The P10 Asean coin features the Asean 2026 logo, which incorporates a woven pattern, rice stalks, waves and a balangay boat.
It includes a scannable QR code linking to information about the country’s role as 2026 Asean Summit chair.
Festive coins
The P100 Philippine Festivals series showcases a giant lantern motif incorporating symbols from 12 major festivals across the archipelago.
One design will be released each month to coincide with the celebration of the featured festival.
The 12 featured celebrations are as follows:
• January: Sinulog Festival in Cebu City;
• February: Tan-Ok Ni Ilocano Festival in Ilocos Norte;
• March: Kaamulan Festival in Bukidnon;
• April: Moriones Festival in Marinduque;
• May: Pahiyas Festival in Lucban, Quezon;
• June: Pintados-Kasadyaan Festival in Tacloban City;
• July: T’nalak Festival in South Cotabato;
• August: Kadayawan Festival in Davao City;
• September: Peñafrancia Festival in Naga City;
• October: MassKara Festival in Bacolod City;
• November: Higantes Festival in Angono, Rizal; and
• December: Giant Lantern Festival in San Fernando City, Pampanga.
