Exploring BUTLAK 2026: Local Finds, Good Food, and Convenient Shopping with BDO Pay

I love going to trade fairs because you never really know what you’re going to find. There’s always something interesting to discover, especially when the event is all about supporting local businesses.

This time, I got to visit BUTLAK 2026, the 40th Negros Trade Fair, and there was definitely a lot to see.

Celebrating its 40th year, BUTLAK brings together some of the best products and homegrown brands from the Negros Island Region. From fashion and handcrafted bags to food, delicacies, home finds, accessories, and other locally made products, the fair is a great place to discover something new while supporting local entrepreneurs.

And with so many things to shop for, one thing that made the experience even more convenient was having BDO Pay as one of the payment partners of the 40th Negros Trade Fair.

What to See and Shop at BUTLAK 2026

Walking around the fair, I found myself stopping at different booths because there were so many interesting products to check out.

If you’re into fashion, there are local clothing pieces, accessories, bags, and handcrafted items. I particularly love seeing products that showcase Filipino craftsmanship but still have a modern and wearable feel.

There are also plenty of food finds. From well-loved Negros delicacies and specialty treats to different food products that you can bring home, there’s something for every foodie.

And if you’re looking for gifts or something unique for your home, there are handcrafted pieces, home décor, furniture, natural products, and other locally made finds worth checking out.

Basically, if you enjoy discovering local brands, BUTLAK is one of those events where you’ll want to take your time walking around because there’s so much to see.

Shopping Made Easier with BDO Pay

Of course, discovering all these local finds also means there’s a good chance you’ll find yourself shopping more than you originally planned.

That’s where BDO Pay comes in.

As one of the payment partners of BUTLAK 2026, BDO Pay gives shoppers a convenient cashless way to pay for their purchases.

Instead of worrying about carrying a lot of cash while going from one booth to another, you can use BDO Pay for participating merchants and simply tap or scan to pay, depending on the available payment option.

For me, this is especially convenient at a trade fair because you can focus on browsing, comparing products, and finding your favorites without having to constantly think about having enough cash on hand.

BDO Pay also offers other everyday features such as sending money and paying bills, making it more than just a payment option for shopping.

Visit BUTLAK 2026

BUTLAK 2026, the 40th Negros Trade Fair, is happening until September 27, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center Aura in SM Aura, Taguig City.

There’s still time to visit, explore the booths, discover Negros-made products, and support local entrepreneurs.

And when you find something you love, make shopping more convenient with BDO Pay.

Shop local, discover something new, and enjoy a more convenient cashless shopping experience with BDO Pay.