The upcoming Calle Real Valentine’s Night Market set from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight on February 13 to 15 is envisioned as an Ilonggo destination for celebrating love with significant others, family, and friends.
The theme, “Iloilo City Blooms,” is anchored on Iloilo City’s recent major recognition as an ASEAN Clean Tourist City Awardee.
According to Executive Assistant for Special Projects Leny Ledesma, this edition aims to showcase a more vibrant and revitalized heritage district while emphasizing collective responsibility and discipline.
The night market will feature 60 food and non-food vendors with over 100 stalls, including flower vendors, souvenir shops, and Valentine’s-themed photo booths.
Vendors from the Iloilo Central Public Market will also be participating.
Ledesma said the event is projected to draw over 16,000 visitors across three nights, based on attendance from previous night markets.
She assured that proper coordination and preparations have been made, particularly with the City General Services Office, to maintain cleanliness in the area.
On pricing concerns, she explained that discussions were held with stakeholders to ensure fair pricing margins, allowing both vendors and consumers to meet halfway.Iloilo City PIO
