BPI brings free and exclusive experiences to Filipinos at Art Fair Philippines 2026

The Bank of the Philippine Islands co-presents Art Fair Philippines 2026, happening from February 6 to 8 at Circuit Corporate Center One, Circuit Makati. The engagement provides BPI cardholders and wealth clients the opportunity to enjoy expanded spaces, curated experiences, and exclusive access.

As part of its partnership to the event, BPI is extending complimentary access to its valued cardholders. By simply presenting any participating BPI Credit Card—BPI Signature Card, BPI Amore Platinum Cashback Card, BPI Platinum Rewards Card, or BPI Gold Rewards Card—cardholders can enjoy free admission on all days of the fair, making contemporary art more accessible to more Filipinos.

Ahead of the fair’s opening, BPI Private Wealth clients are also invited to exclusive curator-led Private Viewings from February 1 to 3, offering guided access to select exhibitions and deeper insight into contemporary art.

This is followed by a Collector’s Preview on February 5, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, giving clients first access to acquire standout works ahead of the public opening.

As part of its Wealth Management offerings, BPI Gold and Preferred clients receive free access to Art Fair Philippines 2026, reinforcing BPI’s focus on delivering curated, high-value lifestyle experiences for its affluent clients.

Now on its third year, BPI Gold continues to elevate the Art Fair experience through the exclusive BPI Gold Lounge. This year’s lounge features works by AR Manalo, a space designed by Filipino furniture brand Nooke Home, and specially crafted refreshments by Proudly Promdi, founded by Ken and Maina Alfonso. Together, these elements create a refined and distinctly Filipino environment that brings together art, design, and culinary creativity.

BPI Gold will host an exclusive VIP event, Art for Generations: A Creator and Collector Panel, featuring artist AR Manalo and renowned art curator and collector Norman Crisologo.

At the heart of the fair, visitors are welcomed into the expanded BPI Gold Lounge—a larger, more immersive space where BPI Gold clients can pause, recharge, and engage with the artworks and fair experiences.

More than a client lounge, it reflects BPI’s belief in art as a platform for dialogue and shared cultural understanding, reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to supporting wider access to cultural experiences.

A key element to the BPI Gold Lounge experience is the featured work of AR Manalo, whose practice exemplifies the evolving language of contemporary Filipino art. Manalo is known for works that explore identity, memory, and everyday experience through layered visual narratives and mixed media approaches.

His works at the lounge invite viewers to slow down and engage more deeply with contemporary storytelling, offering moments of reflection within the dynamic setting of the fair. By foregrounding Manalo’s practice, BPI underscores the value of supporting Filipino artists and providing platforms where their work can reach broader and more diverse audiences.

Art Fair Philippines 2026 brings together leading Philippine and international galleries, curated projects, digital art showcases, and learning sessions that reflect the evolving contemporary art landscape. With its new home at Circuit Makati, the fair offers expanded spaces for discovery, dialogue, and connection.

Through expanded lounges, artist-driven collaborations, and curated access for its clients, BPI reaffirms its role as a partner of the creative community, supporting Filipino artistry while enriching the cultural experiences of thousands of customers.