Love is in the air…and so are whispers urging us to spend the month of love at these weekend markets and pop-ups.
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February may be the shortest month, but trust, there’s still plenty of opportunities to take yourself, your friends, your partner, or your family to a weekend market or two not just to shop, but also perhaps to see what the art/fashion/beauty/lifestyle communities are up to!
Whether you’re looking for the sweetest Valentine’s date look or you just want to spend a day strolling around and collecting trinkets, these weekend markets and pop-ups have something for everybody—for the strong independent woman, for the real lovers out there, and for anyone who just wants to find something new.
FRIENDS OF SINTA
Enjoy an afternoon feeling like you’re just hanging out with friends at this small community market by Sinta Ceramics. Local artists will be there to sell their art and merch at this Sinta Ceramics workshop event on February 8 and 15 at Francesco’s in San Juan and Benny Coffee & Brunch in Katipunan, Quezon City, respectively.
WET MARKET TYPE SHEET
This creative pop-up by Wet Market is something new for everyone. Featuring artists of type, fonts, and lettering, Type Sheet is an art lover’s haven, with local creatives showcasing their art skills and celebrating the art of typography. If this pop-up is your type, spend your February 8-9 weekend at the third floor of the YL Holdings Building in Makati.
SEASON PASS
Season Pass’ community flea market will be held at San Beda Manila on Febraury 12-14!
THE MODERN MARKET

The Modern Market’s got two events lined up this February. Have the Valentine’s weekend of your life at the A Valentine’s Special on February 14-16, held at the East Wing Atrium of Estancia. Grab unique pieces from local brands, handmade scents, food, drink, and more.

If you can’t make it to their Valentine’s weekend markets, they’ll hold another one at Rizal Row in Estancia on February 28 to March 2.
VECINA MARKET
Feel the love at the Vecina Market, with vintage finds, clothes, accessories, food, activities and more! Have yourself a sweet little date with a partner, your friends, family, or just yourself at The Cornerhouse in San Juan on February 14 and 15.
THE SOLANA MARKET
Take a stroll down Honeymoon Avenue with The Solana Market’s Valentine’s market. Check out staples you’ve been wanting for so long from local brands and find new faves here. They also have brunch and a jazz band! Head on down to Katipunan on February 14 and 15 for a romantic time.
MERKADO’S CUPID’S CORNER
The Merkado’s hosting another weekend market perfect for a date at Frabelle Corporate Plaza in Makati. Cupid’s Corner features clothing curations, piercing stations, startup beauty brands, anik-anik, and more. Check them out on February 15 and 16.
THIS VINTAGE WEEKEND
Find new, unique looks at This Vintage Weekend’s pop-up market Bruha Valentine’s Pop-Up at XCEPTION in Legazpi Village in Makati on Feb 15.
THE MERKADO
Lovers of vintage, arts & crafts, and local goodies, make your way to MABINI180 in San Juan on February 15-16 to score everything from prints to jewelry to snacks.
PABILI PO: ALL THE LOVE
Customize matching jewelry, find Valentine’s gifts (it’s after V-Day, but that’s fine!), grab a bite or two, and make some memories at Pabili Po’s weekend market All The Love! Drop by on February 15 and 16 at the YL Holdings building in Makati and celebrate love with friends, family, and lovers.
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