The metro’s most anticipated one-stop shop and holiday marketplace —World Bazaar Festival, officially opens its doors today, December 12, 2025, at the World Trade Center Metro Manila. Now on its historic 25th year, WBF fills the holiday atmosphere with nostalgia for Christmas through the years. More than just a showcase of booths, products, and great finds, the event creates moments for everyone to bond, and serves as a joyful platform that embraces the true spirit of the season — sharing, celebrating, and being together.
Hosted by online presenter and YouTube content creator Ms. Charlotte Ferguson, the opening ceremonies featured Mr. Joseph Ang, Founding Chairman of Worldbex Services International (WSI), who delivered the opening remarks, welcoming visitors to ten days of festive treats and holiday cheer. Joining him were Co-founding Chair Ms. Levi Ang, WSI Managing Director Ms. Jill Aithnie Ang, and WSI Finance Director Ms. Michelle Paula Ang-Yu. The event was also graced by distinguished guests, including Pasay City Mayor Hon. Imelda Calixto-Rubiano; Secretary of the Department of Tourism, Hon. Christina Garcia Frasco, represented by Director Judy D. Gabato; Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Hon. Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., represented by Assistant Secretary Genevieve E. Velicaria-Guevarra; and Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry, Hon. Cristina Aldeguer-Roque, represented by Assistant Secretary Dominic R. Tolentino. The event also honored its long-time partnership with the ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. in the presence of the Managing Director, Ms. Roberta Lopez-Feliciano who received the special token of appreciation.
With the grand lineup of speakers, VIP guests, and personalities, the symbolic ribbon-cutting, accompanied by the opening of festive gift boxes and a series of grand performances, set the tone for the biggest and grandest holiday bazaar in the country.
Further, the spirit of giving is more than alive as the festival presented tokens and gifts to 100 children, followed by a dazzling Christmas lighting at the Jingle Mingle Stage inside the halls.
Worldbex Services International (WSI) is wrapping up the year with full holiday cheer at the World Bazaar Festival. Shoppers can drop by today until December 21, 2025, between 10 AM to 10 PM at the World Trade Center Metro Manila. With Christmas just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to explore, enjoy the holiday rush, and shop all the way!
You can get your tickets now at www.worldbazaarfestival.com, or visit the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/worldbazaarfestival for more details.
The World Bazaar Festival is for the benefit of the ABS-CBN Foundation and is organized by the leading event organizers in the country, Worldbex Services International.
