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Sinag Maynila Film Festival now poised for its second year

Sinag Maynila Film Festival now poised for its second year

Fresh from the success of its initial year, Sinag Maynila 2016 comes back with a bang as it showcases the best works from notable directors in the local independent film industry. THE BEST IN INDEPENDENT FILM MAKING. Sinag Maynila is back! Conceptualized and helmed by its CEO and Founder Wilson Tieng, together with world-renowned and internationally acclaimed film director Brillante Mendoza, Sinag Maynila gives grants to independent filmmakers so they can develop their individual material to a full-length film for public exhibition. For 2016, the festival was opened to any Filipino independent filmmaker who wished to apply for a film grant. Five filmmakers were chosen and have closely collaborated with […]

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41st International Bamboo Organ Festival

41st International Bamboo Organ Festival

Father Diego Cera is truly a gifted man, especially with organs. His best piece, the Bamboo Organ in St. Joseph Parish Church is the centrepiece of the annual International Bamboo Organ Festival, happening this year from Feb. 18 – 24, 2016 in Las Piñas City. MAJESTIC. The Las Piñas Bamboo Organ acts as the central musical instrument in the International Bamboo Festival. Now on its 41st year, the International Bamboo Organ Festival still draws large crowds, all of whom are struck by the unique sound of bamboo used in a pipe organ. This year, the Bamboo Organ will dialogue with a pan-flute, the predecessor of the pipe organ, played by […]

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Panagbenga Festival 2016

Panagbenga Festival 2016

This year’s Panagbenga Festival promises to be as exciting as festivities start on February 1, 2016 with the Grand Opening Parade where elementary drum-and-lyre bands will compete for the chance to perform at the Grand Parade of Floats on Feb. 28. The 5-week affair will end on March 6 with a grand fireworks display. The much-awaited Session Road in Bloom will take place from Feb. 29 – March 6, where Session Road, one of Baguio’s main thoroughfares, will be closed off and converted into sidewalk cafes for both the locals and visitors to enjoy. For the official schedule of activities, visit http://panagbengaflowerfestival.com/. Details: What: Panagbenga Festival When: February 1 – […]

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Summer Siren Festival 2016

Summer Siren Festival 2016

Get ready for the best summer you’ll have as the Summer Siren Festival returns to Crystal Beach, Zambales on April 8, 9, and 10! BEACH, PLAY, PARTY! Photo courtesy of Summer Siren Festival Facebook page. Summer Siren Festival, one of the country’s best destination and music festival, comes back to Crystal Beach in Zambales for three whole days: April 8, 9, and 10. Soak up the sun and feel that sea breeze in your hair as you frolic on the 7-hectare stretch of Crystal Beach. Beach bumming not your thing? Summer Siren is jam-packed with activities that are sure to satisfy even the most active of party goers! And the […]

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Fringe Manila 2016

Fringe Manila 2016

An artistic explosion awaits the public as Fringe Manila, the country’s largest open-access arts festival, returns this February at various locations in Manila! RETURN OF FRINGE. Fringe Manila happening from February 10-28, 2016. Back for its second year, Fringe Manila promises to be as big, if not bigger, than last year’s Fringe Manila. No full line-up has been released, but teasers on their Facebook page have people excited for this year’s edition of Fringe Manila. MUSIC, ARTS, AND SO MUCH MORE. Fringe Manila is a celebration of the country’s freshest and most daring artists raring to break ground in the industry. It seeks to promote the Philippines as an arts […]

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Dance.MNL: The Philippine International Dance Festival

Dance enthusiasts can now bake their cake and eat it as the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) launches Dance.MNL: The Philippine International Dance Festival in June 2016! Dance.MNL is a two-week festival and workshop series that features the best in Filipino ballet, modern and contemporary dance. Ballet Philippines will lead this mid-year dance fest. Bookmark this page or follow Ballet Philippines on Facebook and Twitter for all the latest updates on this event! This event is hosted by CCP in cooperation with the Department of Tourism. Details: Dance.MNL: The Philippine International Dance Festival Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (Little Theatre), CCP Complex, Roxas Blvd., Pasay City June 2016

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Pasinaya 2016

Pasinaya 2016

Prepare to be amazed as “the largest multi-arts festival in the country”, the 12th Pasinaya: CCP Open House Festival happens this February 7! Banner courtesy of CCP The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) will once again astound and amaze audiences as it brings you the 12th Pasinaya: CCP Open House Festival held at various venues in the Cultural Center of the Philippines, Pasay City. This year’s theme is “Family and Children”. Pasinaya is CCP’s annual event that features more than 300 shows in music, theatre, dance, visual arts, film, and literature. Viewers can choose from over 3,000 artists all performing along the art and culture mile between CCP Complex […]

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20th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta

20th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta

A weekend with colourful and unique balloons awaits you at the 20th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta. It is a yearly event where people from all over the world gather in Clark, Pampanga to watch an amazing display and show-off of incredible hot-air balloons! Local and foreign tourists alike can even get to experience to be one with the clouds and see Clark in a different point of view. Take a few selfies, appreciate the scene or just relax as you get to be closer to the skies. Last year’s hot air balloons! Aren’t they pretty? The Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Festival will be held at the Clark […]

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Kidsfest Coming to Manila in 2016

Kidsfest Coming to Manila in 2016

Start your new year filled with fun and adventure as Kidsfest comes to Manila this 2016! Come and watch this fun-filled theatrical festivity with your family and let your kids enjoy some world-class productions perfect for kids and kids at heart. LEARN ABOUT PLAYS. Catch these three performance events this January 2016! Kidsfest, a three-week festival that was launched in 2012 by the ABA Productions Ltd., is a popular children’s event in Hong Kong and Singapore. The festival features enacted stories from well-loved children’s books, aimed to inspire children to be interested in language and literature. This coming 2016, Kidsfest will be staging a three-performance event in Manila. Love […]

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Giant Lantern Festival 2015

Giant Lantern Festival 2015

Want to celebrate Christmas the Filipino way? Join the annual Giant Lantern Festival on December 19, 2015 in Robinsons Starmills Pampanga and be amazed by the biggest and brightest event in the Christmas Capital of the Philippines. The time of the year has come once again for the public to witness this one-of-a-kind festivity. The Giant Lantern Festival is a yuletide event that takes place in the City of San Fernando, Pampanga, about two hours north of Manila. In this occasion, you can see a parade of dazzling multicolored Christmas lanterns turning the streets into a sea of exquisite lights and hues. The lanterns are made by the competing barangays […]

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Wanderland 2016 Music & Arts Festival

Wanderland 2016 Music & Arts Festival

Get ready for an adventure that will take you to celestial heights as Wanderland Music and Arts Festival 2016 features a constellation of big foreign and local performers for a festive time of musical artistry. Mark the 5th of March 2016 on your calendar for the much-awaited 4th mounting of this annual crowd-drawing event at the Globe Circuit Events Ground. Featuring the Indie Rock Legend, DEATH CAB FOR CUTIE. The multiple Grammy Awards nominee and 2003 Larry Awards Breakthrough Artist of the Year will be rocking the stage with their 2015 comeback record Kintsugi. Also co-headlining the event are Bon Iver, Blackbird, and many others. For more details, click here. […]

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UP Lantern Parade 2015

UP Lantern Parade 2015

Experience Filipino Christmas creativity as the University of the Philippines College of Fine Arts presents the annual UP Lantern Parade on December 14, 2015 starting at 5pm at the University’s Academic Oval. This colorful and dazzling showcase of Filipino-crafted lanterns and floats is open to the public for free. This year’s theme is Dingas: Adhikaing Diliman, Adhikaing Bayan. The parade will cover 2.4 kilometers with stations for performances featuring Filipino art ingenuity and talent. For more details, visit their website. Photo by AC Dimatatac via InterAksyon.com

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Manila Children’s Festival

Manila Children’s Festival

Inspire children to read in a fun way as the Manila Children’s Festival takes place on December 11 to 13, 2015, from 10am-8pm at the Megatrade Hall 3, 5th level Mega B, SM Megamall, EDSA, Mandaluyong City. The festival will cater to parents and their children through its co-located events, The Manila Children’s Book Fair and Superkids 2015. The Manila Children’s Book Fair will be a gathering of international publishers of children’s literature and reading materials in both print and digital media while the Superkids will be a family-oriented activities event designed for children and their parents. Manila Children’s Festival is presented by Primetrade Asia, Inc. in partnership with Overseas […]

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Sonic Carnival 2015: Feast on Sound

Sonic Carnival 2015: Feast on Sound

Be part of the last quarter’s biggest rave as Fearless Productions brings you the celebrated names in local and international dance music scenes at the Third Annual Sonic Carnival. This year’s festival will be held on December 13, 2015 at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds. It will be headlined by ex Swedish House Mafia: Axwell /\ Ingrosso, the return of NERVO, and Oliver Heldens who will be making his first Manila rave debut. For the event’s line-up and ticket details, check out below. LINEUP Departures LIVE: Axwell /\ Ingrosso NERVO Oliver Heldens DVBBS Ace Ramos Katsy Lee Funk Avy Ron Poe and many more TICKET PRICE Patron – P3,500 […]

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BGC Passionfest 2015: Celebrating the Filipino Culture

BGC Passionfest 2015: Celebrating the Filipino Culture

Bonifacio Global City, the home of passionate minds will be celebrating Filipino passion this coming November 27-29 at the Bonifacio Global City Taguig. The event is also mounted as homage to the great plebeian hero Gat Andres Bonifacio whose life we commemorate every November 30th. Tagged as BGC Passionfest, it will highlight the Filipino spirit through food, fiesta, and fun! Now on its 3rd year, the festivity filled with colors and culture with the theme “Sari-Sari Fiesta” will be celebrating in three ways: Through food, games, and interactive activities that promote local arts and values. Sari-Sari Fiesta For three days, Bonifacio High Street will be filled with the modern Filipino […]

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Disney On Ice Presents Magical Ice Festival

Disney On Ice Presents Magical Ice Festival

This Christmas season, be enchanted with a superstar line-up of Disney royalty featuring the #1 animated movie of all time Frozen as Disney on Ice presents the Magical Ice Festival on December 25, 2015 to January 3, 2016 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Get ready to enter a world of enchantment with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy as they host a showcase overflowing with magical moments from across the kingdom. Families of all ages will be delighted by adventurous moments from Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Tangled, Beauty and the Beast and traditional Disney stories told like never before, in a brand-new ice spectacular. Plus, audiences will be whisked away to a winter wonderland when the Academy Award® winning and number […]

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Tokyo Manila Jazz & Art Festival 2015

Tokyo Manila Jazz & Art Festival 2015

Prepare to be in awe as Tokyo Manila Jazz celebrates the unique and colourful beats of Latin Jazz in RCBC Plaza on November 6 bringing together world class jazz artists and home-grown talents. As mentioned, this year will showcase Latin jazz which will be headlined by prominent jazz artists such as Charito, a multi-awarded jazz vocalist in Japan and internationally. Mon David, an award-winning US based Filipino-American jazz artist will also top bill the event. These is set to make their debut as a group together with Manila’s very own ETS Septet led by Elhmir Saison. Artists joining the festival from Japan are Tetsuro Kawashima, a leading jazz tenor saxophonist […]

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Asahi Karakuchi Beer Festival

Asahi Karakuchi Beer Festival

Experience Japan through a festive celebration that lets you indulge in authentic Japanese cuisine and its number 1 beer Asahi Super Dry. Head to the Little Tokyo Garden Manila on November 15 at 4pm and enjoy good food and drinks and other highlights of the event like Tuna Cutting Ceremony by Chef Hasegawa, Wanko Soba Competition, Japanese Koto Performance by Yu Miyoshi, Live Painting by Atsuko Yamagata & Marie Ikura, and live performances from Baby M and The Verve Band. The event will be hosted by Aisaku Yokogawa, a Japanese/OPM artist based in Manila. Tickets for the event are available at Php 150 inclusive of Asahi Super Dry and Tuna […]

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Southern Weekends Food Fest

Southern Weekends Food Fest

The south shares its flair for good food and music at the upcoming Southern Weekends Food Fest. The fun festival is bringing together food merchants and music entertainers on November 6 and 7 from 5PM to 1AM at Central Auto Exchange and Pat’s Custom Works Show Room Lot 15 A /Lot 1 B Alabang, Zapote Road, Las Pinas. (Right in front of SM Hypermart and near BF Resort). Foodies and gamers alike will enjoy the festival as Playbox will also be a part Southern Weekends offering retro gaming sales & console rentals from Atari to Playstation 4 during the event! So come dine, be entertained, and get your game on! For […]

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Argentine Film Festival 2015

Argentine Film Festival 2015

The first ever Argentine Film Festival is slated to kick-off at the Shang Cineplex on October 28 and will conclude on October 31. The line-up will feature the best of contemporary Agentine cinema. The film “Wild Cards” is something to look out for having been nominated as the Best Foreign Language Film of the Year at the 2015 Oscars and the Palme d’Or at Cannes in 2014. While the multi-awarded “The Queen” is definitely a must-see for any film enthusiast. The line-up is completed with titles “Underdogs,” “The Corporation,” and the “Gold Bug.” And the good news is that admissions are for FREE. Experience the beauty of Argentine film this […]

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Yummy Eats 2015 – A Pinoy Holiday Food Festival!

Yummy Eats 2015 – A Pinoy Holiday Food Festival!

Food lovers take heed with the upcoming food bazaar Yummy Eats 2015: The Ultimate Pinoy Holiday Food Festival on November 7 at Metrotent! Yummy Eats will be featuring various food concessionaires where you can also enjoy the Noche Buena classics even before December! The food festival will have fun games as well so you can take a break from eating (food and games do make a fun combo). There will also be food gift ideas making Christmas gift shopping less of a hassle. Those interested can purchase tickets and join this festive holiday food trip. The rates are as follows: P300 / Person; P1000 / Group of 4; P250 / […]

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THRIVE Festival & MUNI Market

THRIVE Festival & MUNI Market

It’s time to thrive! Celebrate creativity and entrepreneurship as THRIVE, in partnership with MUNI MARKET presents a festival gathering of creative minds for social good on October 24 & 25 at Capital Commons. A myriad of lifestyle products that promote health and sustainability will be present such as: Bayani Brew, Bambike, Yadu, Habi Footwear and more. There will also be a number of forums and activities to join and learn from and some fun entertainment with cool music. Please check out the list below. Wanna be a conscious consumer living mindfully? Join the festival now! Find more information and book your tickets now here.

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Biggest Food Truck Festival Happening

Biggest Food Truck Festival Happening

Wanting some festive food trip? Consider it solved! Just head on to McKinley West in Fort Bonifacio Global City on Thursdays-Sundays from 4pm onwards for the whole month of October and feast on the best food trucks fare in the country. Enjoy live entertainment from awesome bands while having a foodgasmic experience with your family and friends. Foodies, it’s definitely the place to be for you this October so come and get your fill!

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PELÍCULA: Spanish Film Festival 2015

PELÍCULA: Spanish Film Festival 2015

Película, the biggest Spanish film festival in Asia, is back on its 13th year! Featuring the best of contemporary Spanish cinema, the 2015 run will have 2 legs: one from October 8 to 18 at the Greenbelt Cinemas and another from October 19 to 25 at the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) Building in Intramuros. About 30 films are included in the festival, with genres ranging from romance and comedy to documentary, suspense, and drama. Here are some of the entries that moviegoers should not miss: – Tres bodas de más (Three Many Weddings) Ruth finds herself unable to refuse the invitations to the weddings of three […]

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Cine Europa: Regional Screenings

Cine Europa: Regional Screenings

Heads up, friends in Visayas and Mindanao! The European Union Delegation to the Philippines brings the 18th installment of Cine Europa to Zamboanga, Tacloban, Davao, Leyte, and Cagayan de Oro from October 13 to November 22. Twenty-three (23) films from Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Norway and Switzerland will be screened, showcasing the dynamism of European youth, in line with this year’s theme “Coming of Age.” Here are some of the highlights of this year’s festival: – Naked Harbour During one winter week in Finland, 8 people face challenges in their lives as they continue […]

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KPop Ultimate Festival Overload

KPop Ultimate Festival Overload

Unleash your love for all things Korean as KPop House presents the KPop Ultimate Festival Overload on October 18 at the Makati Museum. Those looking to attend can look forward to a fun-filled KPop culture experience and enjoy debut performances from various artists, a plethora of booths selling all kinds of KPop goodies, fun games and contests, and other exciting activities. Korean Boy Band Chaos will make a special appearance together with other guests like Mini 2ne1 from Chile and the Filipino dance group No 7imit. Avail the pre-selling tickets now for a price of PHP 150 but those unable to buy now can purchase tickets at the event itself […]

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Celebrate at BGC’s The Real Oktoberfest

Celebrate at BGC’s The Real Oktoberfest

There is no need to fly all the way to Germany to experience the real Oktoberfest because you can do so right here in the metro! On October 16 and 17, head on to the Bonifacio Global City where Fort favorites Aracama, Draft Gastropub, Katsu, Kraft, K-Pub, Tony Roma’s, Scarlet and Cable Car will be joining in the Oktoberfest fun with huge food and drinks discounts! Some might be wondering why it’s dubbed as the REAL Oktoberfest, one word— Paulaner! Bonifacio Global City makes the Oktoberfest experience closest to Germany by offering exclusively the Paulaner Oktoberfest Bier— a beer only brewed during the Oktoberfest that more than 6 million Germans […]

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Manila Boracay Latin Dance Festival 2015

Manila Boracay Latin Dance Festival 2015

Are you up for some Latin dance partying in the metro and the island? Happening soon is a six-day celebration of Latin Dance from Manila to Boracay on November 17-18 (Manila), and November 19-22 (Boracay). The festival will feature nightly parties and shows as well as workshops during the day and will gather over 20 international and local Latin dance artists to perform, teach, and showcase the art of Latin dancing.– For more information: Manila Boracay Latin Dance Festival Email Facebook YouTube Twitter Website Phone: +63 917 648 1502 or +63 917 537 0007

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Brotzeit Oktoberfest: Drink, Sing & Be Merry

Brotzeit Oktoberfest: Drink, Sing & Be Merry

Join in the beer madness with Brotzeit’s Oktoberfest party! Drink, sing, and be merry on October 10 and 23 at Brotzeit Shangri-La Plaza Mandaluyong City where lucky guests can win Oktoberfest goodies including limited edition shirts and genuine German mugs. Prepare to raise your pints with live performances from Kudos Loves Eighties who’ll rock the night with top hits from the 80’s and ingenious remixes from DJ Karl Ty and DJ Brock Donald. There won’t only be live performances but also exciting games that are sure to make the party night overflow with fun and music. Remember the date and drop by at 7pm onwards and experience world-famous German beers […]

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Inner Circle Joins the 1st Int’l Reggae Festival in Manila

Inner Circle Joins the 1st Int’l Reggae Festival in Manila

Calling all reggae music fans all over the Philippines! Inner Circle, the Jamaican-bred band and one of the world’s most respected reggae groups is taking the ‪‎One Love Reggae Revolution Tour to the ‪‎Philippines this coming November 7th in ‪Manila. The Grammy Award-winning ‘Bad Boys of Reggae’ composed of Ian Lewis, Roger Lewis, Touter, and Lancelot will be headlining the first International Reggae Festival in Manila live to be held at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds. A convergence of local and foreign reggae artists, the festival will also feature Tropical Depression, Brownman Revival, Reggae Mistress, Coconut Head feat. MAD TUDA MAX (USA), Indio-i, PAPA U-Gee (Japan), CoffeeBreak Island(D […]

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