CREATE Philippines

14/04/2026

Missed your chance to join our CREATE Palaro for Women’s Month? Good news! We’re extending the challenge until the end of April!

Two (2) winners will get the exciting opportunity to perform their original piece at Leandro Reyes’ Third Thursdays, a monthly open-mic platform dedicated to spoken word poetry, giving your voice a live stage and a wider audience.

How to join:
1. Register in the CREATE Philippines Creative Directory.
2. Follow CREATE Philippines on Instagram ().
3. Draft your spoken word poetry using the “Add Yours” template in our IG highlights.
4. Record your spoken word performance inspired by the theme.
- Shoot in vertical format (Reels/TikTok-ready).
- Post your entry and make sure to:
- Use the official hashtags:
- Tag/Mention/Collaborate with on your Instagram story submission.

Reminder: Keep your account public for the duration of the challenge.

Deadline of Submission: 30 April 2026

Read the full mechanics here: https://citem.ph/p/5399ac
Register in our Creatives Directory: https://citem.ph/p/20743b

CREATEPhilippines, the country’s flagship trade promotions program that showcases the Philippine creative industries, is brought to you by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions ().

14/04/2026

End the weekend on a high note.

All Of The Noise 2026 wraps up in Makati—closing out three days of music, conversations, and community that spotlight Filipino and Asian artists on a global stage.

Here’s your final day lineup.

All of The Noise 2026 - Day 3
📍Sari-Sari Bar, Makati
🕛 6:00PM

Get your tickets here: allofthenoise2026.helixpay.ph

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The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), through CREATE Philippines, proudly co-presents All Of The Noise 2026 alongside ONErpm, Symphonic Distribution, and The Orchard—a multi-day music showcase and conference by The Rest Is Noise PH that brings together Filipino and Asian artists, industry players, and audiences in a shared space for live performances, music documentaries, and conversations.

14/04/2026

Right in the middle of it all.

All Of The Noise 2026 continues this Saturday in Mandaluyong, bringing together artists, audiences, and music communities for a full day of live sets and shared sound.

Dive into the Day 2 lineup.

All of The Noise 2026 - Day 2
📍123 Block, Mandaluyong
🕛 1:00PM

Get your tickets here: allofthenoise2026.helixpay.ph

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The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), through CREATE Philippines, proudly co-presents All Of The Noise 2026 alongside ONErpm, Symphonic Distribution, and The Orchard—a multi-day music showcase and conference by The Rest Is Noise PH that brings together Filipino and Asian artists, industry players, and audiences in a shared space for live performances, music documentaries, and conversations.

14/04/2026

This weekend, the noise begins.

All Of The Noise 2026, a three-day music showcase and conference organized by The Rest Is Noise, kicks off in Makati with a live music lineup built for discovery, connection, and live energy.

Here’s your Day 1 artists. See you this Friday!

All of The Noise 2026 - Day 1
📍Sari-Sari Bar, Makati
🕛 6:00PM

Get your tickets here: allofthenoise2026.helixpay.ph

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The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), through CREATE Philippines, proudly co-presents All Of The Noise 2026 alongside ONErpm, Symphonic Distribution, and The Orchard—a multi-day music showcase and conference by The Rest Is Noise PH that brings together Filipino and Asian artists, industry players, and audiences in a shared space for live performances, music documentaries, and conversations.

13/04/2026

When the city slows down, something louder begins.

Lemonlab Afterdark is here! Be part of the very first full set of All Purpose Flower, performing 10 original pieces, alongside 6 opening performers from the open mic lineup.

Lemonlab Afterdark
📍First United Building, Escolta, Manila
🕛 5:00PM

🎟️ Php 350/person
Book on or before April 15 for a chance to win a Speed Run Pottery session for 2 (worth Php 2,000)

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CREATEPhilippines, the country’s flagship trade promotions program that showcases the Philippine creative industries, is brought to you by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions ().

Join our Creatives Directory: https://citem.ph/p/20743b

Filipino

12/04/2026

Original Pilipino Music (OPM) now further than ever before!

Filipino listeners have streamed, supported, and grown with BINI, and now their music echoes across Coachella 2026. Held in California, Coachella is one of the world’s most influential music and arts festivals, where global artists take the stage in front of massive crowds and moments in pop culture are often made and remembered.

On this global stage, the nation’s girl group lit up every moment of their set, met with an audience that moved with every beat and energy shift. This setlist marks more than a milestone; it signals a shift. A moment where OPM moves further into the global spotlight, carried by a group that continues to break boundaries and redefine what Filipino pop can be on the world stage. As new audiences discover their sound, doors continue to open wider for future Filipino artists to step into global spaces with confidence and pride.

Photos from BINI
Videos from BINI Official YouTube Channel, Coachella YouTube Channel, zeldagger YouTube Channel

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CREATEPhilippines, the country’s flagship trade promotions program that showcases the Philippine creative industries, is brought to you by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions ().

Join our Creatives Directory: https://citem.ph/p/20743b

10/04/2026

Calling all Southeast Asian creatives!

On 15 April 2026, Southeast Asia’s creative industry is invited into a focused space for exchange and collaboration as UNIDO ITPO Tokyo, in cooperation with the Cebu Creative Entertainment Council, hosts an exclusive webinar for animation, gaming, and creative content companies across the region.

The session brings together creatives and industry stakeholders with a shared goal of exploring practical pathways for collaboration with Japanese partners. More than an information session, it serves as a meeting point for ideas, partnerships, and opportunities that bridge Southeast Asia’s growing creative ecosystem with Japan’s established industry networks.

For further details, interested participants may visit the UNIDO ITPO Tokyo website or scan the QR code provided.

https://itpo-tokyo.unido.org/en/coming/14382/

📢Calling Creatives in SEA

📆 15 April 2026

UNIDO ITPO Tokyo, in cooperation with the Cebu Creative Entertainment Council, invites animation, gaming, and creative content companies in Southeast Asia to an exclusive webinar focused on practical collaboration with Japanese partners.

For more information, please visit the UNIDO ITPO Tokyo website or scan the QR Code.

https://itpo-tokyo.unido.org/en/coming/14382/

02/04/2026

A voice years in the making finds its moment.

Get to know Matty Juniosa, a Filipino artist who rose through Idol Philippines, evolved with iDolls, and expanded into theater through Oscar at the Crown, now stepping onto the global stage with a Golden Buzzer on Britain’s Got Talent.

Read more: https://citem.ph/p/6a06b0

Article by Alyana De Guzman, Push Team for ABS-CBN

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CREATEPhilippines, the country’s flagship trade promotions program that showcases the Philippine creative industries, is brought to you by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions ().

Join our Creatives Directory: https://citem.ph/p/20743b

31/03/2026

What if your last night together could change everything?

DreamWorks Animation unveils “Forgotten Island,” a Filipino folklore-inspired adventure set in 1990s Philippines, where two best friends—voiced by H.E.R. and Liza Soberano—are pulled into a mythical world of shapeshifters, monsters, and magic. As memories begin to fade, their bond is put to the ultimate test in a race to find their way home.

Directed by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado, the film blends nostalgia, friendship, and Filipino storytelling into a visually rich, emotionally resonant journey, arriving in theaters September 25.

Watch the full trailer: https://citem.ph/p/44430e

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CREATEPhilippines, the country’s flagship trade promotions program that showcases the Philippine creative industries, is brought to you by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions ().

Join our Creatives Directory: https://citem.ph/p/20743b

27/03/2026

Where every lost item has a story

Lost & Found is a 2.5D game inspired by rural Philippines developed by Kurt Reodica of ShaggyBearGames. As the character Rico, players return home to a town full of memories, reconnecting belongings with their rightful owners. Each item reveals personal moments, secrets, and the quiet beauty of everyday life. Solo Filipino developer Kurt Reodica brings this world to life with a mix of pixel, 3D, and claymation-inspired visuals.

Read more: https://citem.ph/p/4284d2

Article by Jonathan Castillo for Manila Bulletin

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CREATEPhilippines, the country’s flagship trade promotions program that showcases the Philippine creative industries, is brought to you by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions ().

Join our Creatives Directory: https://citem.ph/p/20743b

25/03/2026

A century of Filipino stories, in one book.

Every film is shaped by its time, culture, and history, and ‘Sine. Film. Pelikula.’ brings over a century of Philippine cinema together, featuring 127 films from 1937 to 2020, from classics like Maynila sa Kuko ng Liwanag to contemporary favorites like One More Chance. Curated by Jo-Ann Q. Maglipon with Joel David, the book pairs each entry with reflection and context to show why these films continue to matter.

The book is now available for P1,799 via Shopee and Lazada, with select bookstores to follow.

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CREATEPhilippines, the country’s flagship trade promotions program that showcases the Philippine creative industries, is brought to you by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions ().

Join our Creatives Directory: https://citem.ph/p/20743b

24/03/2026

2026 is shaping up to be a milestone year for Filipino music. 🌏

For the first time, P-pop is taking center stage at the world’s biggest festivals, putting OPM firmly on the global map. BINI will make history at Coachella, while SB19 breaks new ground at Lollapalooza, proving that Filipino talent belongs on the world stage.

Beyond the festivals, both groups are connecting with fans worldwide on Weverse, sharing exclusive content and building borderless communities. These moments aren’t just milestones, they signal a new era where OPM isn’t just reaching the world, it’s claiming its place there.

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CREATEPhilippines, the country’s flagship trade promotions program that showcases the Philippine creative industries, is brought to you by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions ().

Join our Creatives Directory: https://citem.ph/p/20743b