Featured image photographed by MM Yu. Image courtesy of ALT Collective.
MANILA, Philippines — In a recent announcement, ALT Collective brings the most anticipated return of ALT ART with a bigger venue, expanded exhibitions, and dynamic public programs, slated at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay from February 12 to 15, 2026, with public days scheduled from February 13 to 15, open from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
The fourth edition of the showcase promises to be the largest yet, featuring twice the floor area of its 2024 iteration, and walls rising up to 5 meters high. With ALT Collective at the helm, it is set to be joined by nine of the country’s premier galleries Artinformal, Blanc, The Drawing Room, Galleria Duemila, Finale Art File, MO_Space, Underground, Vinyl on Vinyl, and West Gallery.
This expansion provides more room to exhibit the best works in contemporary art and to develop curated projects that further reframe artistic discourse and critical engagement with art in the Philippines.
Tina Fernandez of Artinformal. Photographed by MM Yu. Image courtesy of ALT Collective.
Artinformal’s Tina Fernandez shares in a statement, “Each of the nine galleries that form part of the collective represent different artists who are experts in their field and have different points of view. ALT ART presents these different voices in a cohesive manner. Being in a venue that is more accessible to a broader audience fulfills our goal to enable more people from different walks of life to experience these shows.”
The staple SPECIAL PROJECTS, presented individually by each gallery, will continue to push conceptual possibilities and expand the showcase’s curatorial scope. Featured exhibitions will include works by Christina Quisumbing Ramilo, Buen Calubayan, Julie Lluch/Kiri Dalena/Ben Brixx, Raffy Napay, MM Yu, Kolown/Christina Lopez, Mauro “Malang” Santos, Lesley-Ann Cao, and Iwan Effendi.
With its continuing aim to offer fresh perspectives in art, this edition marks another exciting milestone for ALT ART, as it sets the stage for unveiling the inaugural group of artists featured in the DISCOVERIES SECTION.
(L-R) Mawen Ong of MO_Space, Jay Amante of Blanc. Photographed by MM Yu. Images courtesy of ALT Collective.
ALT ART 2026 promises a vibrant edition full of discoveries fueled by its mission to promote Philippine art and amplify artistic voices for local and international audiences, collectors, and art enthusiasts.
Key art courtesy of ALT Collective.
The art showcase is presented by BDO Private Bank, and with special support from Nagaraya. Tickets for public days from February 13 to 15, 2026, are available onsite, priced at PHP 500 for the general public and PHP 250 for students.
For more information, visit www.altphilippines.com and follow @altphilippines on Instagram and Facebook.
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