{"id":53348,"date":"2020-02-19T14:00:50","date_gmt":"2020-02-19T06:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/?p=53348"},"modified":"2020-02-26T15:49:03","modified_gmt":"2020-02-26T07:49:03","slug":"events-in-manila-february-22-to-23","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/2020\/02\/19\/events-in-manila-february-22-to-23\/","title":{"rendered":"EVENTS IN MANILA: February 22 to 23, 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"

We are already halfway through February but exciting events are continuously coming our way especially this weekend. Whether you are an artsy person, into music or a foodie, this upcoming weekend will surely fill in your curiosity and adventure-seeking selves!<\/p>\n

Here’s a round-up of events happening around Manila this weekend that you may be interested to go to!<\/p>\n

Arte Povera (February 10 to\u00a0April 30)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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The Metropolitan Museum of Manila<\/strong>, in partnership with the Metropolitan Museum of Manila,\u00a0presents its newest exhibition,\u00a0Arte Povera: Italian Landscape.\u00a0<\/strong>Open from February 10 until April 30<\/strong>, the exhibit features\u00a0artworks of Italian artists during the contemporary art movement\u00a0<\/strong>of the same name.<\/p>\n

Curated by Daniel Eccher,\u00a0<\/strong>the exhibit\u00a0consists of artworks commonly made out of\u00a0pre-industrial age materials including rocks, clothing, paper, and rope.<\/p>\n

Get the chance to appreciate art far from its traditional form at Arte Poveda. The admission fee is\u00a0Php 100<\/strong>\u00a0for adults and students, and Php 80<\/strong> for senior citizens and PWDs.<\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Arte Povera: Italian Landscapes Opens on February 10 at the MET Museum<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Manila 2020 (February 14 to 24)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Book lovers, rejoice! The world\u2019s biggest book sale,\u00a0Big Bad Wolf<\/strong>\u00a0is coming back to\u00a0Manila <\/strong>from\u00a0February 14 to 24, 2020\u00a0<\/strong>at the\u00a0World Trade Center, Pasay City<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

About two million books are on sale with up to 90% discount\u00a0<\/strong>open\u00a0for 24 hours<\/strong> straight. Books are ranging from\u00a0fiction, non-fiction, and young adult fiction to novels and literature. Collectible books and posters, movie posters, tin-plated signs, and other merchandise\u00a0are also on sale.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/bbwbooksphilippines\/videos\/638290836987199\/<\/p>\n

As part of their come back this year, the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Manila 2020 is also pledging to aid the people affected by the Taal Volcano Eruption through\u00a0their partner,\u00a0Gawad Kalinga.<\/p>\n

Admission is also\u00a0free<\/strong> of charge!<\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Returns to Manila This February<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

45th International Bamboo Organ Festival (February 20 to 26)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Enjoy a night of musical artistry as local and international talents perform at the\u00a045th International Bamboo Organ Festival<\/strong>\u00a0on\u00a0February 21 to 26, 2020<\/strong>, at the\u00a0St. Joseph Parish Church, Las Pi\u00f1as City<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Organized by the Bamboo Organ Foundation Inc., the\u00a0International Bamboo Organ Festival<\/strong>\u00a0is a week-long festival that features and celebrates the beauty of music and the uniqueness of the bamboo organ.<\/p>\n

Tickets to the performances start at\u00a0Php 300<\/strong>. Tickets are available through\u00a0TicketNet<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0SMTickets<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Witness the 45th International Bamboo Organ Festival This February<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Art Fair Philippines 2020 (February 21 to 23)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Experience the best in modern and contemporary Philippine virtual art as\u00a0Art Fair Philippines\u00a0<\/b>announces their upcoming annual exhibit on\u00a0February 21 to 23, 2020<\/b>, at\u00a0The Link, Ayala Center<\/b>\u00a0in Makati.<\/p>\n

Open from\u00a010 a.m. to 9 p.m.,\u00a0<\/b>Art Fair Philippines is one of the premier platforms supporting Filipino art practitioners since 2013. They create a passageway for Filipino art to be showcased and accessed by anyone, while also allowing them to discover exciting art landscapes in the country.<\/p>\n

Tickets can be purchased at the Art Fair Philippines\u00a0website<\/a>\u00a0for\u00a0\u00a0Php 350<\/b>\u00a0only.\u00a0Each guest must enter a valid email address to receive your QR code\u00a0to be presented\u00a0upon entry on February 21 to 23, 2020.<\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Explore Contemporary Visual Art at Art Fair Philippines 2020<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Food and Hotel Expo 2020\u00a0(February 21 to 23)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Starting off another year of a string of anticipated expositions is the 2020 installment of the\u00a0Food and Hotel Expo<\/strong>\u00a0Manila<\/strong>, which is set to occupy the expanse of\u00a0SMX Manila Convention Center in Pasay City<\/strong>\u00a0with its 250 booths this coming\u00a0February 21 to 23, 2020<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

The annual event will yet again provide an avenue for entrepreneurs and consumers alike that is centered on boosting the value of food, beverage, and hotel sector not only across the country but also across the globe.<\/p>\n

Admission is priced at Php 80<\/strong> for walk-in guests and Php 50<\/strong> for those who registered online<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Rediscover the Flavors of Culinary Fusion at the Food and Hotel Expo Manila in February 2020<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Jeepney Wine Tour 2020 (February 22)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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AWC Philippines\u00a0is hosting another\u00a0Jeepney Wine Tour<\/strong>\u00a0that will take you and your wine-friendly taste buds around\u00a0Bonifacio Global City<\/strong>\u00a0(BGC)<\/strong>\u00a0this coming\u00a0February 22, 2020.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Not only will you be able to sojourn on a one-of-a-kind wine tour around BGC but you will also find out the three main wine-producing countries through a series of wine tasting activities. Participants will also be able to treat themselves to an exclusively Filipino way of life\u2014which is riding the jeepney, together with other wine aficionados.<\/p>\n

The event will begin at\u00a02 p.m.<\/strong>\u00a0and is expected to end towards\u00a09 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Tour Around BGC and Taste an Exquisite Wine Selection at the Jeepney Wine Tour 2020<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

UNKNWN.Fiesta (February 22)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Happening\u00a0on\u00a0February 22, 2020<\/strong>\u00a0at\u00a0Puerta Real Gardens<\/strong>,\u00a0Intramuros<\/strong>,\u00a0UNKWN.Fiesta\u00a0<\/strong>is a first of its kind\u00a0festival that celebrates\u00a0Filipino heritage and culture through the merging of local and international music, art, food, and design.<\/p>\n

Enjoy the\u00a0three stages<\/strong>\u00a0of\u00a0UNKNWN.Fiesta\u2014Abanico Stage, Jeepney Stage and UNKNWN Village where you’ll witness a mix of performances from different local artists such as\u00a0Joey Abando\u00a0(lead singer of Boyfriends),\u00a0Big Hat Gang Live,\u00a0Similarobjects,\u00a0Adrianne b2b Dignos,\u00a0Badkiss, and\u00a0Arbie Won.<\/p>\n

Tickets for Phase 2 are available at\u00a0unknwn.asia<\/a>\u00a0for\u00a0Php 3,750<\/strong>. You can also avail of the\u00a0Barkada Bundles<\/strong>\u2014buy five tickets for the price of four for\u00a0Php 4,500<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0UNKNWN.Fiesta: Experience a Taste of Old Manila Through Music and Art This February<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Beethoven Festival 2020 (February 22)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Experience and appreciate the works of Ludwig Van Beethoven at the Beethoven Festival 2020<\/strong> happening from February to May<\/strong> at Manila Pianos in Makati<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Beethoven Festival 2020 is a celebration of the 25oth birth anniversary of Ludwig Van Beethoven. Happening once a month, the February 22 performance will feature Chamber Music to be played by distinguished artists pianist Mariel Ilustario, Jeanne Rafaella Marquez on violin, and Justin Vincent Louie Talusan on cello.<\/p>\n

Tickets for Beethoven Festival 2020 is available at Ticketworld outlets and online<\/a> starting at Php 1,000 for Regular Seats.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Also read: Celebrate the Best Works of Ludwig Van Beethoven at Beethoven Festival 2020<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Which of these events are you excited to go to this weekend? Share it in the comments below!<\/em><\/p>\n

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