EVENTS IN MANILA: February 29 to March 1, 2020
Many events are surely making a comeback this month from business expos, festivals, to art expos, which is why we summed up a number of exciting events happening around Manila this weekend that may pique your interest!
Filipino Franchise and Business Expo 2020 (February 28 to March 1)
The longest-running business exhibition in the Philippines, Filipino Franchise and Business Expo 2020, is back to help Filipino entrepreneurs discover and expand their network happening at the World Trade Center Manila.
The 3-day expo takes pride in aiding aspiring entrepreneurs who aim to establish their own business by conducting a series of beneficial activities and seminars. This year’s edition will feature over 200 exhibitors and will be expecting up to 20,000 visitors.
Admission is free for those who want to learn more about franchising and business.
Also read: Expand Your Network at Filipino Franchise and Business Expo 2020
Ortigas Art Festival 2020 (February 28 to March 8)
Now on its third year, the Ortigas Art Festival is here once again to bring all things artsy and satiate the consistently-parched-for-goodness art community at Estancia at Capitol Commons in Pasig City from February 28 to March 8, 2020.
Expect demo and workshops distributed to dates from February 8 until March 1, plus exhibition designed one of the prominent figures in the scene of social realism, Renato Habulan.
Make the most out of this event as it is free for all. At the same time, take it as one of the many attestations that art will forever be a kaleidoscopic representation of the world we live in and the lives each of us leads.
Also read: Ortigas Art Festival to Pre-Launch with Free Art-Centered Workshops
Arte Povera (February 10 to April 30)
The Metropolitan Museum of Manila, in partnership with the Metropolitan Museum of Manila, presents its newest exhibition, Arte Povera: Italian Landscape. Open from February 10 until April 30, the exhibit features artworks of Italian artists during the contemporary art movement of the same name curated by Daniel Eccher.
Get the chance to appreciate art far from its traditional form at Arte Poveda. The admission fee is Php 100 for adults and students, and Php 80 for senior citizens and PWDs.
Also read: Arte Povera: Italian Landscapes Opens on February 10 at the MET Museum
Malasimbo Music and Arts Festival 2020 (February 29 to March 1)
Celebrating its 10th year, the first music and arts festival in the Philippines—Malasimbo Music and Arts Festival, is bringing the fun festivities in their new home at one of the few green spaces in Metro Manila, the La Mesa Eco Park on February 29 to March 1, 2020.
This year, the line-up of artists features a mix of international and local acts with Snarky Puppy’s Cory Henry and the Funk Apostles and Mike Love headlining the festival, among others.
Two-day passes are priced at Php 9,000 and one day passes at Php 5,000. Door prices for two-day passes are at Php 10,000 and one day pass is at Php 5,500.
Tickets are currently available from the Malasimbo website and their official partner VUE TIX through TicketTailor.
Also read: Malasimbo Music and Arts Festival 2020 Is Happening at La Mesa Eco Park This February
Sticker Con MNL 2020 (February 29)
Another returning event this year, one of the biggest gatherings of local artists, fans, and collectors is set to return to Bayanihan Center, Pasig on February 29, 2020.
Sticker CON MNL brings local artists and their artworks under one roof. Visitors can purchase and horde stickers that they can use to decorate just about anything—may it be journals, gadgets, notebooks, and more.
Tickets are priced at Php 100 and are available on the event day.
Also read: Gear up for Sticker Con MNL This February
Rakrakan Festival 2020 (February 29)
Celebrating peace, love, and Original Pinoy Music (OPM) to kick off the year, Rakrakan Festival 2020 is set to make history once again this February 29, 2020 at CCP Open Grounds, Pasay City.
Gig-goers should be prepared to be overwhelmed with music as back-to-back performances from at least 120 OPM artists will be playing on six main stages that will surely make the festival the “biggest”, the “loudest”, and the “boldest” celebration of OPM.
Tickets can be availed at SM Tickets online starting from Php 530 for Regular Pre-Sale to Php 2,120 for VIP Door Price. A Regular Barkada Promo 4+1 tickets are also available for Php 2,120.
Also read: Get Your Eardrums Ready for Rakrakan Festival 2020 This February
Which of these events are you excited to go to this weekend? Share it in the comments below!
