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Expect rain, music and fun at Hydro Manila Music Festival!

Party out with epic DJs and amazing bands at the Hydro Manila Music Festival 2016, 27th of August at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds. Promising you with rain, this 2nd Hydro Manila will be as good as the first one, maybe even better with guests DJs and bands that they have yet to announce.     The first one that happened last August 29, 2015 that featured local bands like URBANDUB, Silent Sanctuary and DJs like Tom Taus, Kat DJ, Marc Marasigan and so much more were all the rage as they gathered more than a thousand people in audience that partied and had fun. Line up of performers […]
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  • Mall of Asia Concert Grounds
  • Festival

    • Get ready for the sun to come out tomorrow as Annie comes to Manila!

    The famous award winning play Annie will grace the stages of Manila starting on September 30th at the Newport Performing Arts Theatre. This Tony Award-winning play about an orphan girl named Annie and her adventures at the orphanage under Ms. Hannigan debuted in 1976 at Goodspeed Opera House, and has been revived countless times in both Broadway and West End. It also has been on countless tours that include the United States, United Kingdom and Australia and now in Manila.     The Manila revival will include local casts, such as Krystal Brimner and Isabeli Araneta Elizalde as Annie, and Michael De Mesa as Oliver “Daddy” Warbucks. Other casts include […]
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  • Newport City
  • Theatre Play

    • Body paint and merriment come together at Pintados Kasadyaan Festival

    Two festivals are celebrated as one as the island of Leyte celebrates its annual Pintados-Kasadyaan Festival today, June 27.   GIGANTES IN LEYTE. It only happens once a year, but delegates from all over the country flock to Leyte for the annual Pintados-Kasadyaan Festival. Photo courtesy of JinJian via Wikipedia.   The Pintados-Kasadyaan Festival is an annual event celebrated in Tacloban, Leyte as a way to commemorate the history of the island and to bind its people. The festival used to be two separate events having their own dates, but have since been celebrated as one festival to unite the island of Leyte. Highlights of this year’s festival include the […]
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  • Festival

    • Expect dope explosions and fire as BTS returns to Manila!

    ARMYs, get those vocal chords ready because BTS is coming back to Manila!     Brought to you by Pulp Live World and Big Hit Entertainment, The On Stage Epilogue will be happening on July 30th at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. The 7 member boy group, consisting of Suga, V, J-Hope, Jungkook, RapMonster, Jimin and Jin, will be returning as a stop of their 2nd world tour. BTS or Bangtan Boys debuted in 2013 and have been making a name in the Korean pop industry for their unique songs, its messages and styles. Gaining recognition with their EP series The Most Beautiful Moment in Life that featured “I […]
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  • Mall of Asia Arena
  • Concert

    • Get down and dirty at this year’s Mudpack Festival

    Mambukal Mountain Resort in Murcia, Negros Occidental isn’t usually on the map for having big, sprawling gardens. But once the province’s Provincial Environment Week kicks into high gear, the resort comes to life with its annual Mudpack Festival, which will be held from today, June 18, to Sunday, June 19.   IT’S MUD, BUT IT’S NOT DIRTY. The Mudpack Festival is both a celebration of the oldest existing mountain resort on the island as well as the province’s way of reconnecting with nature. Photo courtesy of 20th Mudpack Festival 2016 event page.   This year’s Mudpack Festival will revolve around the theme “Art for Earth.” The festival is a true […]
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  • Negros Occidental
  • Festival

    • MET’s Upcoming Exhibition to Showcase Contemporary Japanese Design

    The Metropolitan Museum of Manila (MET), in partnership with the Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) and the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines, with the support of JT International (Philippines) Inc., celebrates the excellence of Japanese design through Japanese Design Today 100 from July 1 to August 19, 2016.     Headed by design critic and Musashino Art University professor, Hiroshi Kashiwagi, the 100 pieces in this exhibit are divided into 10 categories: Classic Japanese Design, Furniture and Houseware, Tableware and Cookware, Apparel and Accessories, Children, Stationery, Hobbies, Healthcare, Disaster Relief and Transportation. Joining him in the curatorial team are curator Masami Fukagawa, design director Shu Hagiwara and journalist/21_21 DESIGN SIGHT […]
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  • Manila
  • Metropolitan Museum of Manila
  • Art & Fashion Show

    • Love local (artists, that is) with Paseo Art Gallery’s Libertatem

    Local artists will share the spotlight this weekend as Paseo Art Gallery presents Libertatem: A Group Show this Saturday, June 25.   A COLLECTION OF LOCAL TALENT. Catch some of the Philippine’s budding visual artists at Libertatem. Photo courtesy of Libertatem event page.   Libertatem will feature eight budding artists from the local scene: Jeffrey Ronald Sisican, Paolo “Flick” Tria, Jo Ocampo, Amos Malayao, Jomike Tejido, Emmanuel Servito, Frenk Sison, and John Eugene Atendido Avila. Each artist specializes in a certain way of doing visual art. Here are works in progress from two of the featured artists:   FLICK TRIA. A self-taught Filipino artist, Paulo “Flick” Tria is a prolific […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • SM Megamall
  • Art & Fashion Show

    • Become a part of the marketing mix at the Hello Asean: 47th National Marketing Conference!

    The Philippine Marketing Association, in partnership with Bloomberg, TV5 and Cignal, is inviting you to the National Marketing Conference that will be happening on July 28–29 at the Marriott Grand Ballroom. With this year’s theme “Hello, Asean,” expect top notch experts in marketing, business and technology, exhibits that promote business to business marketing and global brands that have successfully launched or expand their brands in the ASEAN trade, to be present.      Join in on the latest in the marketing world at this wonderful event and you might just find your next marketing strategy in this conference. Hurry and reserve your slots now, information about the conference can be […]
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  • Makati
  • Newport City
  • Summit & Conference

    • Start, expand and grow your business at the Philippine Business and Entrepreneurs’ Expo

    Expand your knowledge on how to start and expand your business at the Philippine Business and Entrepreneurs’ Expo at Megatrade Hall 2, happening on August 26-28, 2016. Know the trends in the Small and Micro Businesses, and how you can approach your target markets and achieve your goal to produce more supplies that results in profit. Discover franchise dealerships, marketing companies, suppliers and educational institutions that might be the key to the success of your business.     The expo is held for attendees to meet with other entrepreneurs to expand your network or discuss the possibility of business projects or partnerships. Participation and registration for the said expo is […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • SM Megamall
  • Fair & Expo

    • Welcome to this year 2nd Season of the Manila Fun Cup 2016!

    After a year’s break, it is time again for the funnest indoor Volleyball Tournament. The much-awaited 2nd season of the Manila Fun Cup (MFC) will take place at the San Andres Sports Complex, Metro Manila on July 1 – 3, 2016. Unlike other events, it is a leisure tournament and open to anyone, from company teams, collegiate players to club players. The aim of this tournament is to host both local and international teams who want to play for fun and for the love of the sport but it also aims to integrate the importance of being physically fit, motivating everyone towards a lifelong commitment to physical fitness.     […]
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  • Manila
  • Games, Contest & Tournament
  • Sports

    • Artifact Ph: A pop up for the modern home

    If you’re thinking of a total refurbishment or just adding some personal touch in your own space, Artifact PH, a pop up for the modern home, got everything stylishly crafted for your modern abode! This July 8-10, 2016, visit the second installment of Artifact Ph happening in Alabang Town Center for divine home schemes and ornamentations!     As they describe the event, Artifact Ph is everything upcycled, repurposed, refurbished, made-to-order, and unique with a mix of tradition, modern, and mid-century designs without breaking the budget. They offer handmade furniture, home ware and decorations, and adornments that are proudly made by Filipinos for the modern-day Filipino home!     On their […]
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  • Muntinlupa
  • Alabang
  • Pop-Up
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    Stores Asia Expo 2016

    Take part in the Stores Asia Expo on August 10–11 at the SMX Convention Center.     The expo will bring together top retails suppliers, from E- Commerce to Digital Marketing to Retail Marketing. Invited speakers  are some of the biggest names in the industry, like Mr. Eugene Saw of Shoemart Inc. (Parisian), Mr. Inanc Balci of Lazada, and so much more. They will be discussing different topics that might help attendees in their future business, incur more income and sales or grow their business. This is the Philippines longest running suppliers’ expo and  about 3,000 attendees are expected at this two day event. Hurry and register now for your […]
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  • SMX Convention
  • Fair & Expo

    • Geek out, nerd out, or go all out at Asia Pop ComicCon Manila!

      It’s back! The AsiaPOP Comicon Manila is at it again with the biggest gathering of loyal fans and cosplayers alike. Happening on August 26–28 at the SMX Convention Center, this 2nd installment will showcase a set of remarkable celebrity guests and artists, starting with Simone Legno of Tokidoki and Cosplay Authority Global Challenge (CAGE) cosplayers,Ani Mia, Lindze Merritt, Riki LeCotey or Riddle and Yugana Senshi Uon, and Hayley Atwell, the actress that played Peggy Carter from the movie Captain America. Last year, they brought Paul Bettany who starred as Vision in the Avengers: Age of Ultron, Game of Thrones star Nathalie Emmanuel, Arrow cutie Colton Hayes and Adventure Time voice […]
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  • SMX Convention
  • Convention

    • Global Hoops

    Have a good time watching a good game at Global Hoops 2016 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on August 20, 2016. The Philippines, China and the USA will be facing against each other for a game of streetball that will not only show tension on the court, but also show that basketball is a sport where you can show unity and sportsmanship. There will be dunks, passes and amazing shots to look forward to.     As we know, streetball started in the hip-hop culture. In lieu of that, local hip hop artists will be performing to celebrate both streetball and the local hiphop music scene. Grab your […]
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  • Mall of Asia Arena
  • Games, Contest & Tournament
  • Sports

    • Cosplay Mania 2016

    Dress as your favourite character and strut in Cosplay Mania 2016 at the SMX Convention Center on October 1 and 2. Announcing their second wave of guests, Kirisaki, Rumi and Tomia, the cosplay experience that you will get is out of this world since they have more guests to announce.     Do watch out who will be the winner of the Cosplay Mania 2016 cup and will go home with a hundred thousand pesos in cash. The contenders from all of over the Philippines are participating and they are the best of the best. The judges will have a hard time deciding who will win. See it for yourself […]
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  • SMX Convention
  • Convention

    • Philippine Fitness and Wellness Expo 2016

    The Philippine Fitness and Wellness Expo is inviting you to have celebrate a day of fitness that will be happening on September 3, 2016 at the SMX Convention Center. There will be yoga classes, body building competitions, Q &A with fitness experts, product launches, seminars and games, featuring celebrity guru Regine Tolentino and DJ Tom.     It will be the perfect day to bond with your friends and family and be healthy together with the other attendees of this one day event.  Surely you will enjoy the activities that they have lined up for you. Ticket reservation, registration and other ticket information can be found at their official website […]
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  • SMX Convention
  • Festival

    • Get ready to party with The Chainsmokers!

    Get ready, Manila, because electro-house duo The Chainsmokers is performing for you live on August 19, 2016 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. The geniuses behind the songs “Don’t Let Me Down,” “#Selfie,” “Roses,” and “Kanye,” Andrew Taggart and Alex Pall will be back in the Philippine soil and will be having their first headlining show after two years.     In 2014, the duo brought the #SELFIE phenomenon via their #SelfieTour at Republiq Club. The Chainsmokers formed as a duo in 2012 and since then, they have been producing hit singles and performing across the globe. Tickets for the event will be available on June 20 via SM […]
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  • Mall of Asia Arena
  • Concert

    • The Mega Brands Sale

      Everybody, prepare those walking shoes, sharp eyes and your shopping necessities because The Mega Brands Sale is happening! This June 17–19 at Megatrade Halls 2 & 3 at the 5th floor of SM Megamall, Mega B. Bags, shoes, clothing, sporting, goods, accessories and many more can be availed with up to 70% off the original price. Brands like Reebok, Nike, Adidas, Pony, Philips and so much more will be there to participate in this three day sale.   Excited? These are all the participating brands!   Admission is free and that’s not the best part; all major credit cards are accepted. Call your friends, your family and relatives, and […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • SM Megamall
  • Bazaar

    • OTAKU Reloaded 2016

    Prepare yourselves for Otaku Expo Reload 2016 at the SM Megamall Megatrade Hall 1, happening on August 6 and 7, 2016. Last January, this event gathered tons of participants from all over the Philippines to join the many activities and contests that they are hosting. And now, they are back with more surprises.     The full line up of activities hasn’t been announced yet but keep yourselves updated through their social networking accounts for the line up of activities and other announcements that they may have regarding the event. An entrance fee of P150 is required for anyone who wishes to attend the event. See you there! Details: What: […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • SM Megamall
  • Fair & Expo

    • International Yoga Day

    The Embassy of India, together with the Asia Society Philippines and many more, will celebrate the 2nd International Day of Yoga at the Ayala Triangle Gardens on June 18th. Activities, such as Traditional yoga demonstration by Mr. Chandru Mehtani, Session with Art of Living Foundation, Session with Iyegnar Yoga Center, Vinyasa Music Night with Urban Ashram Manila and Cultural performances by SIF Foundation, are free for everybody to participate in and enjoy. Entrance for the event is free; however. they encourage you to register online if you are interested to participate in the one day event.     Everybody is invited to attend. If you’ve been practicing yoga for years […]
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  • Makati
  • Workshops, Classes & Seminars

    • Kinder welcomes you to Kinder Wonderland

    Enjoy the wonderful wonderland of Kinder with Kinderino on June 25 and 26 at the SM Mall of Asia. Have fun with Kinderino and meet new friends as they prepared a lot of fun filled activities that Kinder has prepared to give your kids. There will be games and prizes to be won in this two day event. Admission is for free however, pre registering your kids is being advised to beat the line and to have more chances of winning in the lucky draw. We can’t wait to see your kids ate the event. See you there!!   Details: What: Kinder Wonderland When: June 25 – 26, 2016 Where: […]
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  • Mall Of Asia
  • Just For Kids

    • 16th Global Pinoy Bazaar

    Take pride and support local products at the 16th Global Pinoy Bazaar on June 30th to July 3rd at the Glorietta Activity Center. Show your love for our local entrepreneurs by visiting their booths and witness how world class Filipino products and craftsmanship are. Invite your friends and family to this 4 day bazaar and enjoy yourselves in the vast selection of Philippine made products may it be in the form of food, accessories and wardrobe. See you there and happy shopping! DETAILS What: 16th Global Pinoy Bazaar When:June 30 – July 3, 2016 Where: Glorietta Activity Center, Parkway Dr, Makati, Metro Manila Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yabangpinoy/ Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/210566242659741/
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  • Makati
  • Glorietta
  • Bazaar

    • Perya at UP Vargas Museum

    Feel like a kid again and reminisce in this exhibit called Perya at UP Vargas Museum, starting June 8 to July 2, 2016. The event is presented by the CANVAS or the Center for Art, New Ventures and Sustainable Development’s annual “Looking for Juan Banner Show”. The exhibit focuses on the theme Perya or Carnival that is a place of entertainment and also a space where values and cultures change.  Promotes awareness and appreciation for Philippine arts and cultures. See and experience the Perya once again in this exhibit that will be gracing the third floor galleries of UP Vargas Museum. You will surely have a ton of fun. See […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Diliman

    • Escape Hunt

    This is the ultimate live escape game. Originally started in Bangkok in 2013, Escape Hunt is now operating in Manila, which lets every game-loving people enjoy this one of a kind entertainment where you can experience being a detective, out for an amazing adventure to solve mystery! This is how the game operates. You get to be in a team, and you play against the clock while solving the challenge so that you can get to escape. It lasts around 90 minutes, so you’ll really enjoy that whole time in their mini theme park, all with roles to perform, with your friends or colleagues as your teammates! What makes it […]
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  • Makati
  • Games, Contest & Tournament

    • Raise your street cred at Sole Slam 9

    The country’s first and original street culture expo is back for another wave. Make room in your schedule for Sole Slam 9, happening on July 17 at the World Trade Center.   STREET CULTURE AT ITS FINEST. Get ready for Sole Slam 9! Photo courtesy of Sole Slam Facebook page.   Sole Slam is the country’s premier expo for everything street. Get the best in streetwear, sneakers, music, and street culture from some of the best brands in local streetwear. Since its inception in 2011, Sole Slam has grown to encompass the different sub-cultures related to the country’s sneaker culture, prepping it for the world stage. Being the first sneaker […]
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  • Bazaar

    • Create. Curate. Collaborate: The Bazket has officially launched their website!

    What do you get when you combine a Bazaar and a Market? You get The Bazket, of course. This online venture is the product of coffee and beer sessions between owners, Ivan and Jec the concept was to focus on home-grown goods that are rustic, one of a kind and unique. It was on June 8th, 2016 at Warehouse Eight, Makati when they officially welcome the birth of The Bazket’s online pages. Some of those who took part were artisans, crafters and entrepreneurs. Guests were treated with delicious food and free flowing drinks as they get to know the products that were showcased. Promoting the hashtags, #UniquelyBetterTogether and #OnlyTheFinest, the […]
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  • Makati
  • Launching & Opening

    • Pop Up: Sikatlokal

      Shop all you can in this one day pop up bazaar called Sikatlokal that will be happening in A Space, Greenbelt on June 25. in partnership with AVA Ph, Sikatlocal will feature local food and lifestyle brands such as local iconic brands in the food and lifestyle categories. Taste local flavors with a twist and have a blast at discovering locally made products that can be shipped and sold internationally. Hurry and invite your friends and family and head on to this one day bazaar for a one day event filled with lots of local goodness. See you there!! Details: What: POP UP: Sikatlokal When: June 25, 2016; 10:00 […]
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  • Makati
  • Pasong Tamo
  • Bazaar

    • Relive the adventures of Hansel and Gretel with Repertory Philippines

    aHansel and Gretel is a timeless tale recorded by the Brothers Grimm back in the early 1800s. It’s a tale for the ages, with two kids outwitting a wicked witch in a house made up of cakes and other sweet treats. This classic makes an appearance on our shores just in time for Christmas as Repertory Philippines and the city of Makati present Hansel and Gretel from August 13 to December 15, 2016.   A CLASSIC TALE ALMOST as old at time itself, Hansel and Gretel is part of Repertory Philippines’ 79th Season. Poster courtesy of TicketWorld.   Repertory Philippines have tapped Joy Virata for their adaptation of Hansel and […]
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  • Makati
  • Greenbelt
  • Theatre Play

    • The Beatles are Back! (sort of)

    The Beatles have returned! Well, not really; but one of the most successful Beatles tribute groups, Bootleg Beatles, will be in the Philippines for their one and possibly only Philippine tour.   AS GOOD AS THE ORIGINAL? Only you can tell. The Bootleg Beatles, one of the best Beatles tribute bands, will be in Pasay for the first leg of their Philippine tour! Photo courtesy of TicketWorld.   Concert Republic in cooperation with Resorts World Manila presents The Bootleg Beatles in Concert: Commemorating 50 Years of Beatles Music, happening on July 12 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. Relive the best hits of the band that catapulted rock music to […]
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  • Resorts World Manila

    • Ogie Alcasid leads the way in Ayokong Tumanda

    Singer-songwriter Ogie Alcasid is back in the concert scene with his latest concert, Ayokong Tumanda at the Music Museum.     Alcasid will be accompanied by Davey Langit, who won the Best Song Award at the recent Himig Handog P-Pop Love Songs, Philpop 2013 finalist Lara Maigue, and his wife, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid. Alcasid has yet to talk about what songs will be included in the concert, but what we know for sure is that it will be in great hands thanks to the musical direction of Maestro Ryan Cayabyab. Catch Ayokong Tumanda on August 26 and 27, 8 p.m., at the Music Museum, Greenhills Shopping Center, San Juan City. You […]
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  • San Juan
  • Greenhills
  • Concert