{"id":53526,"date":"2020-02-26T13:00:43","date_gmt":"2020-02-26T05:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/?p=53526"},"modified":"2020-02-29T14:06:42","modified_gmt":"2020-02-29T06:06:42","slug":"events-in-manila-february-29-to-march-1-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/2020\/02\/26\/events-in-manila-february-29-to-march-1-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"EVENTS IN MANILA: February 29 to March 1, 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"

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!<\/p>\n

Filipino Franchise and Business Expo 2020 (February 28 to March 1)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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The longest-running business exhibition in the Philippines,\u00a0Filipino Franchise and Business Expo 2020<\/strong>, is back to help\u00a0Filipino entrepreneurs discover and expand their network happening\u00a0at the\u00a0World Trade Center Manila.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The 3-day expo takes pride in\u00a0aiding aspiring entrepreneurs who aim to establish their own business by conducting a series of beneficial activities and seminars. This year’s edition\u00a0will feature over 200 exhibitors and will be expecting up to 20,000 visitors.<\/p>\n

Admission is free<\/strong> for those who want to learn more about franchising and business.<\/p>\n

Also read: Expand Your Network at Filipino Franchise and Business Expo 2020<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Ortigas Art Festival 2020 (February 28 to March 8)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Now on its third year, the\u00a0Ortigas Art Festival\u00a0<\/strong>is here once again to bring all things\u00a0artsy and satiate the consistently-parched-for-goodness art community\u00a0at\u00a0Estancia at Capitol Commons\u00a0<\/strong>in\u00a0Pasig City\u00a0<\/strong>from\u00a0February 28<\/strong>\u00a0to\u00a0March 8, 2020.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Expect demo and workshops distributed to dates from February 8 until March 1, plus exhibition designed\u00a0one of the prominent figures in the scene of social realism,\u00a0Renato Habulan.<\/p>\n

Make the most out of this event as it is\u00a0free<\/strong>\u00a0for 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.<\/p>\n

Also read: Ortigas Art Festival to Pre-Launch with Free Art-Centered Workshops<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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

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The\u00a0Metropolitan Museum of Manila<\/strong>, in partnership with the Metropolitan Museum of Manila,\u00a0presents its newest exhibition,\u00a0Arte Povera: Italian Landscape.\u00a0<\/strong>Open from\u00a0February 10 until April 30<\/strong>, the exhibit features\u00a0artworks of Italian artists during the contemporary art movement\u00a0<\/strong>of the same name curated by\u00a0Daniel Eccher.<\/strong><\/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\u00a0Php 80<\/strong>\u00a0for senior citizens and PWDs.<\/p>\n

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

Malasimbo Music and Arts Festival 2020 (February 29 to March 1)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Celebrating its 10th year, the first music and arts festival in the Philippines\u2014Malasimbo Music and Arts Festival<\/strong>, is bringing the\u00a0fun festivities\u00a0in\u00a0their new home at one of the few green spaces in Metro Manila, the La Mesa Eco Park\u00a0<\/strong>on\u00a0February 29 to March 1, 2020.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This year, the line-up of artists features a mix of international and local acts with Snarky Puppy\u2019s\u00a0Cory Henry and the Funk Apostles\u00a0and\u00a0Mike Love\u00a0headlining the festival, among others.<\/p>\n

Two-day<\/strong> passes<\/strong>\u00a0are priced at\u00a0Php 9,000<\/strong> and one day<\/strong> passes<\/strong> at Php 5,000<\/strong>. Door prices<\/strong> for two-day passes<\/strong> are at Php 10,000<\/strong> and one day<\/strong> pass<\/strong> is at Php 5,500<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Tickets are currently available\u00a0from the\u00a0Malasimbo website<\/a>\u00a0and their official partner VUE TIX through\u00a0TicketTailor<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Malasimbo Music and Arts Festival 2020 Is Happening at La Mesa Eco Park This February<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Sticker Con MNL 2020 (February 29)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Another returning event this year,\u00a0one of the biggest gatherings of local artists, fans, and collectors is set to return to\u00a0Bayanihan Center, Pasig<\/strong>\u00a0on\u00a0February 29, 2020<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Sticker CON MNL<\/strong>\u00a0brings local artists and their artworks under one roof. Visitors can purchase and horde stickers that they can use to decorate just about anything\u2014may it be journals, gadgets, notebooks, and more.<\/p>\n

Tickets are priced at\u00a0Php 100<\/strong>\u00a0and are available on the event day.<\/p>\n

Also read: Gear up for Sticker Con MNL This February<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Rakrakan Festival 2020 (February 29)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Celebrating peace, love, and Original Pinoy Music (OPM)\u00a0<\/b>to kick off the year, Rakrakan Festival 2020<\/strong> is set to make history once again this February 29, 2020<\/strong> at\u00a0CCP Open Grounds, Pasay City.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Gig-goers should be prepared to be overwhelmed with music as back-to-back performances from at least 120 OPM artists\u00a0will be playing on six main stages that will surely make the festival the \u201cbiggest\u201d, the \u201cloudest\u201d, and the \u201cboldest\u201d celebration of OPM.<\/p>\n

Tickets can be availed at SM Tickets online<\/a> starting from\u00a0Php 530<\/strong>\u00a0for\u00a0Regular Pre-Sale<\/strong>\u00a0to\u00a0Php 2,120<\/strong>\u00a0for\u00a0VIP Door Price<\/strong>. A\u00a0Regular Barkada Promo 4+1 tickets<\/strong>\u00a0are also available for\u00a0Php 2,120.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Get Your Eardrums Ready for Rakrakan Festival 2020 This February<\/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","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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