The first time I've been to SM Aura was for a Freelancer forum-seminar. It's been a while since I've been to an SM, especially when they've started renovating the Makati one, I've noped out going there even after it opened. I guess what I'm saying is, SM Aura would be a little bit refreshing. It actually exceeded my expectations, and the vibes I could get is that SM's been slowly changing their target market for the more upscale shoppers judging from the amount of expensive shops here. In any case, I've been more impressed finding out it has its own mini SMX. That's kinda cool. That said, the mini SMX still wasn't super mini. It has multiple floors and multiple function rooms, both for small and big events. Perfect for a gathering of hundreds to a few thousands. I don't think it can hold tens of thousands yet, though. I never really explored much. I guess I was really there for my seminar, and went home right after. But I had a pretty decent experience. I would've wished for more maps since I got lost once looking for the bathroom, and is it just me, or was there a signal jammer in there somewhere? You can never get a signal once you get inside! Kind of hard to communicate. That's about the only downer I can remember. read more

SMX Convention Center - Taguig, NCR

Good thing they have this SMX in the BGC area already. No need to go all the way to Pasay for the one in the Mall of Asia complex. Granted, that's a much bigger space and can be home to so many major events, but this SMX at SM Aura is very much able to handle its own functions as well. I think it's perfect for mini fairs and corporate functions. Well-situated near offices and business centers. And despite being right within the mall, it has its own separate area with a designated entrance. The entire convention center can be condensed into three smaller ones, but fully-open it can be a spacious, versatile hall. They often hold travel fairs here, as well as various bazaars, talks, and seminars! Clean, comfortable, and easily accessible, it's definitely a good facility to go to or rent out yourself for your own event. read more

SMX Convention Center - Taguig, NCR