Festivities, the Filipino way
The Designers’ Holiday Bazaar returns this year to shine a spotlight on the best of Filipino fashion, food, home, and wellness. Now on its 12th edition, the country’s pioneering nonprofit bazaar—curated by Beatriz Zobel Jr. and Sofia Zobel Elizalde—transforms Makati’s Central Business District into a vibrant holiday hub, where city shoppers can discover unique, locally crafted treasures.
Presented by GCash and Globe, Designers’ Holiday Bazaar opens from Nov. 29 to Dec. 7, 2025, at Greenbelt 5 and Glorietta.
At Greenbelt 5, visitors can explore the Gallery & Amphitheater for fashion, accessories, wellness items, curated gifts, and home finds. Meanwhile, at Glorietta, the Main Activity Center and Palm Drive Activity Center focus on artisanal foods, local delicacies, baked goods, and festive gift baskets.
Designers’ Holiday Bazaar is more than a bazaar, too. It supports the Ayala Foundation Inc. (AFI) and Steps Foundation scholars, helping students complete their education and train young classical dancers.
Shopping with a mission
A collective mission to make shopping during Christmas more meaningful, the Ayala Foundation and Designers’ Holiday Bazaar scholarship has helped 25 students complete their schooling from Grade 7 to college. Classical dancers trained under the Steps Scholarship Foundation have gone on to perform with prestigious companies such as Ballet Manila, Alice Reyes Dance Philippines, Alberta Ballet, and the American Ballet Theater.
“We always believed that passion can take many local talents to great heights when given the right support,” says Sofia Zobel Elizalde, curator and co-founder. “More than a marketplace, the Designers’ Holiday Bazaar is a platform that makes dreams come true, potentials realized, and goals achieved.”
Curated categories
Designers’ Holiday Bazaar celebrates Filipino creativity across five curated categories.
The fashion and accessories offerings present modern takes on traditional craftsmanship, with standout pieces from PIOPIO, Earl Gariando, R. Filart, KitSilver Jewelry, and J. Makitalo.
Holiday decorations evoke festive cheer and spiritual reflection, featuring wreaths, ornaments, parols, nativity sets, and faith-inspired wearables from Alriver, Mallows Collection, Natureline Enterprise, Chrysara Nest, and Allora Manila.
“Local Flavors” delights food enthusiasts with artisanal cakes, pastries, teas, jams, and homemade dressings courtesy of Heny Sison Desserterie, Flour Pot, Auro Chocolate Cafe, Tsaa Laya, and Sonya’s Secret Garden.
Home and lifestyle finds include bespoke furniture, restored antiques, and décor pieces reflecting Filipino heritage, with contributions from T’nalak, Mabolo Flower Shop, Osmundo Furniture Gallery, E. Murio Manila, and Sarimanok Antiques.
Finally, wellness and beauty goods showcase handcrafted candles, home sprays, and clean beauty essentials from Cathy + Bee, Lumi Candles Philippines, Esscentials Manila, and For Keeps Clean Beauty.
“We are always on a mission to give back to the Filipino community, and one of the ways we are able to achieve this year after year is the Designers’ Holiday Bazaar,” shares Bea Zobel Jr., curator and co-founder. “It’s always heartwarming to see both consumers and beneficiaries benefit from the Designers’ Holiday Bazaar.”
Live festivities
The Designers’ Holiday Bazaar will be accompanied by a lively lineup of performances. Greenbelt guests will enjoy saxophone and guitar sets along with DJ Cocoy Puyat’s energetic beats, while Glorietta hosts jazz ensembles, choirs, and dance performances, including Steps Dance Project and Tuloy Foundation Choir.
Event partners GCash and Globe enhance the experience with seamless digital solutions like PocketPay and SoundPay, while Globe Platinum guests enjoy a dedicated lounge and exclusive holiday perks.
The Designers’ Holiday Bazaar 2025 is where shopping meets giving, and Filipino creativity takes center stage. Visitors leave not only with beautiful products but with the satisfaction of supporting local artisans and scholars.
The Designers’ Holiday Bazaar runs from Nov. 29 to Dec. 7, 2025, at Greenbelt 5 and Glorietta, Makati
