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Panagdadapun Festival: Commemorating Quirino’s History

The province of Quirino rarely rings a bell in everyday conversation, but one week every September puts this province squarely in the eyes of the country: the Panagdadapun Festival.   A GATHERING OF ALL QUIRINIANS. Street Dancing during the 40th Panagdadapun Festival in 2011. Image taken by Clifford Badongen, grabbed from Maddela, Quirino Facebook Page   Panagdadapun is an Ilocano word which means assembly. It’s a word that’s so appropriate for the festival that it reverberates throughout the province of Quirino. Quririnians from all over the province gather to showcase what the province is all about in the week-long festivities. Highlights of the festival include the Street Dancing Showdown, Gitarock […]
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    • Rex Smith live in Manila on September 18

    Multitalented and renowned American artist Rex Smith will be back in the country for another concert this September 18 at the Kia Theatre, Araneta Center.   Rex’s last performance in Manila was in the year 2013 during his Asian tour. He was one of the performers at the opening of Novotel Manila Araneta Center early this year. Rex was known for his popular songs “You Take my Breath Away,” “Simply Jesse,” “Let’s Make a Memory,” “Everlasting Love,” and “Forever.” He has already recorded over 12 albums throughout his musical career. Tickets to “I am Rex Smith” presented by Steve O’ Neal Productions and Uniprom, Inc. are available at Ticketnet outlets. […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Concert

    • Sarakiki Hadang Festival: A dance festival for the ages

    Dancing has always been a part of every festival in the country. There’s one town, however, where the festival itself is rooted in dance: Calbayog City’s Sarakiki-Hadang Festival. Held during the first week of September, this vibrant festival has its roots in the local term sarakiki. It’s best described as the frenzied movements of a rooster as it tries to court a hen or challenge another rooster to a fight. Hadang on the other hand is an olden day ritual done by locals as a tribute to the gods. Dancing is a prominent part of the festival, with feature presentations filled with color, music, and a whole lot of dancing. […]
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    • A vibrant display of religion: Naga’s Peñafrancia Festival

    Christianity is evident in all corners of the Philippines. Festivals for saints are celebrated at least once a month, but festivals in honor of Mary always draw throngs of devotees to cities all over the country. One such festival is the Peñafrancia Festival, held in Naga City every third Saturday of September.   COLORFUL, YET STILL ROOTED IN RELIGION. Children representing a school from Naga City with their presentation for the Voyadores Festival in Naga City. Image by John Bongat, grabbed from Facebook   The Peñafrancia Festival is a festival held in honor of Our Lady of Peñafrancia, the Patroness of Bicol Region. Festivities usually start with the Traslacion on […]
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  • Bicol
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    • A festival rooted in courtship and marriage: Araw ng Siquijor

    A city’s founding anniversary usually entails celebrations led by the government. Normally held in conjunction with a patron saint, these festivals tend to be generic… that is, until you see what Siquijor does during Araw ng Siquijor. Held around the third week of September, Araw ng Siquijor is a celebration of the island’s founding anniversary as a province. It’s a week-long affair with activities that you might expect at every town fiesta: cheer dance competitions, trade events, cultural presentations, etc.   TRADITION. It’s something that’s unique to Siquijor: the Solili Festival. (Image grabbed from the Department of Tourism)   However, one event separates Siquijor from the rest of the country: […]
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    • Manila FAME’s 64th Instalment on October 20-22 is now made better!

    The country’s premier design and lifestyle event, Manila FAME will be having its bigger and better 64th instalment this October 20-22 at the World Trade Center (WTC) Main Hall.     Organized by the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), Manila FAME is a bi-annual showcase of craftsmanship, design innovation, and artisanship in Philippine products. It features finely selected furniture and home furnishings, holiday gifts and décor, and fashion accessories designed and crafted in the Philippines for the global market. It is the second longest-running trade show in the Asia-Pacific, and is the only trade event in the country […]
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  • World Trade Center

    • G-Force Project Sembreak Dance Workshop 2016

    It’s time to move and groove with the latest dance hits! Join the premier dance group G-Force this break in their Project Sembreak Dance Workshop 2016 happening this September to October 2016 at the G-Force Dance Center in Quezon City!     For its 5th year, G-Force is ready to bring back their dance prowess to teach students who want to learn various dance genres such as Hip-Hop, Lyrical, Dance Hall, Zumba, Kids Class, and many more. The fee is P6,500 for 6 sessions. After the sessions, there will be a dance recital happening on October 29 at the Music Museum. Want to do something exciting this break? Join the […]
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  • Workshops, Classes & Seminars

    • A blending of traditions: Lem-Lunay Festival

    The T’Boli have had a long-standing belief about Lem-lunay: a paradise that the T’Boli would like to rebuild for themselves. This belief has led to them holding a thanksgiving festival every year that is unique to the tribes within the province of South Cotabato: the Lem-Lunay Festival, held every third week of September   THE LEM-LUNAY FESTIVAL. Two members of the T’Boli tribe play the kudyapi or two-stringed lute, a traditional Filipino instrument during the festival. (Image grabbed from Pinoy Culture on tumblr)   Also known as the T’Boli Tribal Festival, the Lem-Lunay is more than just a festival for the T’Boli Tribe. It’s a thanksgiving festival that originally brought […]
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    • UAAP Season 79: Dare to Dream

    The most- awaited collegiate sports league is back! Catch the opening of the 79th season of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines on September 3, Saturday and witness the battle among eight universities in the Philippines.   UAAP 79. The university sports season is back! (Image grabbed from localpulse.net)   The opening ceremony will be held at the UST Plaza Mayor at 3:00 pm with formal introduction of ballroom dancing as demonstration sport in this season, by the host school University of Santo Tomas (UST) at España, Manila. The official ceremony will start at 5:00 pm as there will be a concert party themed “Dare to Dream” where the […]
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  • Sports

    • Bandwagon Music Fest

    On October 1, 2016, let the party animal in you unleashed as Bandwagon brings the Bandwagon Music Market to Power Mac Center Spotlight, Circuit Makati.     Spend a weekend with the best of live music in the region, art, flea-marketing, vinyl shopping, food and games with us at Bandwagon’s debut event. Line up and ticketing details will be announced soon! For more information and updates, visit Bandwagon’s official website at https://www.bandwagon.asia/. For inquiries, you can contact 0917 886 0816 or send a direct email at pmcspotlight@circuitmakati.com. Event Details What: Bandwagon Music Market When: October 1 at 3 PM to October 2 at 1 AM Where: Power Mac Center Spotlight
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    • CCP to launch Ani 39 literary journal

    Ninety-one writers who authored a total of 182 literary works are featured in the 39th issue of the official literary journal of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP). Ani 39, themed “Kahayupan/The Animal Kingdom” covers works between 2015 and 2016 and will be launched on September 23, 2016 at the CCP Silangan Hall at 5:00 pm as part of the celebration of CCP’s 47th anniversary which will start in September.   CCP’s ANI 39 FEATURES different works from some of the country’s best writers. Image from CCP.   Ani 39 is produced by CCP’s Intertextual Division, formerly known as Literary Arts Division. The Children’s Literature section, titled “Mga Akdang […]
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  • CCP Complex
  • Art & Fashion Show

    • Manila Sundance Bazaar is happening again on Sept. 2 to 4 at WTC

    Manila Sundance Bazaar (MSB) is happening again this September 2 to 4 at the Worldtrade Center, Pasay City. If you missed out on our August event, this fashion and food fair is giving you another chance to score great and affordable items from your favorite online shops! So be sure to spread the word and prepare to shop in another epic MSB weekend filled with shopping discounts and promos!     Event Details: What: Manila Sundance Bazaar When: September 2 to 4, 2016; 11:00 am to 9:00 pm Where: 2/F WTCMM Building, Gil Puyat Avenue Extension corner Diosdado Macapagal Blvd., Pasay City, Metro Manila 1300 Entrance Fee: P100 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Manila-Sundance-Bazaar […]
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  • World Trade Center
  • Bazaar

    • Have a frightfully good time at AWCP’s Halloween Charity Ball!

      Got plans for Halloween? If not, then you should clear your night on October 15, as the American Women’s Club of the Philippines (AWCP) presents its first-ever Halloween Charity Ball in Pasay City!   SAVE THE DATE! If you don’t have plans for Halloween, then this is the event for you!   The AWCP Charity Ball is an annual event where people from all over the metro can have a good time! This year, they’ve decided to move away from their traditional hoedown-themed party and have gone for something that’s a bit more in line with the season. Come as a monster, ghoul, ghost, or in a fancy dress […]
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    • PPO’s 34th Concert Season has them going back to the basics

    The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (PPO) may have just come back from a performance at New York’s world-famous Carnegie Hall, but that doesn’t mean they have already reached their peak, especially in the eyes of their new music director, Maestro Yoshikazu Fukumura. Also read: PPO’s Historic Concert at Carnegie Hall, PPO gets renowned Japanese maestro as new music director   BACK TO BASICS. Maestro Fukumura talks about PPO’s latest season, emphasizing the need for the orchestra to go back to the basics.   Billed as “Timeless Classics, New Beginnings”, Maestro Fukumura’s debut as PPO’s Music Director emphasized the need to “go back to the basics”. “If you are starting something, you […]
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  • CCP Complex
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    • Time to Run Against Cancer

    It’s that time of the year to aid, celebrate, and remember cancer patients with My Brave Little Warrior Inc.’s Run Against Cancer, happening this August 28 at the University of the Philippines (UP) Academic Oval.   IT’S TIME. Let’s all join the Run Against Cancer, organized by My Brave Little Warriors Inc. (Image grabbed from Pi Sigma Fraternity – UP Diliman Facebook page)   Run Against Cancer is a fun run/walk organized by My Brave Little Warrior Inc. to raise awareness about cancer and raise funds for those who do not have enough to support their cancer-stricken loved ones. My Brave Little Warrior Inc. is a non-stock, non-profit organization that […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Diliman
  • Marathon & Fun Run
  • Sports

    • Blue Man Group to perform for the first time in Manila

    If you’re into performance art, you’ve surely heard of the Blue Man Group. They are a certified hit wherever they go, though you’d normally find them in a theatre on Broadway or one of the hotels along the Las Vegas Strip. Well, you no longer have to fly out that far to enjoy their unique brand of performance, as they will be performing at The Theatre at Solaire this September!   A PERFORMANCE UNLIKE ANY OTHER. The Theatre at Solaire will host the Blue Man Group World Tour! (Image grabbed from TicketWorld)   Blue Man Group is comedy, theatre, rock concert, and dance party all rolled into one.  They use […]
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  • Parañaque
  • Solaire Resort & Casino
  • Concert
  • Theatre Play

    • The Unmei Expo 2016: Career and Study Fair for Japanese Language Enthusiasts

    Unmei Nihongo Center proudly presents The Unmei Expo 2016: Career and Study Fair for Japanese Language Enthusiasts slated October 16, 2016 at the SMX Convention Center, SM Mall of Asia Complex.     The Unmei Expo 2016 is the biggest event of its kind for Japanese companies, language schools in Japan, Japanese language speakers, industry workers, translators, interpreters, tourist guides and enthusiasts in the Philippines! It is a celebration of Japanese language and culture with a focus on the learners and speakers of the Japanese language. The main objective of the event is to bring the key players together in one venue for productive networking and linkages, creating and disseminating […]
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  • SMX Convention
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    • PARP 2016: ‘About Face,’ a solo exhibition by French resident artist Vincent Ruffin

    1335MABINI, in partnership with Alliance Française de Manille (AFM), the Embassy of France to the Philippines and Centre Intermondes, is pleased to present About Face, a solo exhibition by its resident artist Vincent Ruffin from August 27 to September 23.     The exhibition will open with an artist talk and a presentation by AFM Cultural Coordinator Noe Fuentes about the Philippine Artist Residency Program (PARP). Visual artist Poklong Anading will also be sharing his experience as the inaugural recipient of the PARP grant in 2014. Vincent Ruffin is a French painter based in La Rochelle, France. He has received training both at the School of Fine Arts in Cambrai […]
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  • Manila
  • Ermita
  • Art & Fashion Show

    • 27th Philippine Travel Mart

    The annual Philippine travel trade exhibition dubbed as Philippine Travel Mart will be catering to the travel buffs again this September 2-4 at SMX Convention Center.     The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) is pleased to announce that the yearly Philippine Travel Mart (PTM), the biggest Philippine travel trade exhibition, is now on its 27th year, making it the longest running travel trade exhibition in the Philippines. ● Below is this year’s lineup of activities and tour offerings: ● Business meetings (B to B) – direct meeting with the potential clients (local corporate and foreign tour operators) right at the show floor; ● Bigger and more colorful cultural events […]
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  • SMX Convention
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    • The Philippine Readers and Writers Festival 2016

    Calling all literature warriors of the nation!     Head on to Raffles Makati this weekend and join National Book Store and Raffles Makati’s Philippine Readers and Writers Festival. The 3-day event will feature Pulitzer award winning author Adam Johnson and bestselling authors Paula McLain and Anna Todd. There will be book signings, discussions, and panels about books, literature, and culture from top Filipino writers and artists. No worries for those who are on a tight budget because best part is, admission is all free! All events will be held at the Raffles Makati with registration starting at 9 a.m. everyday. For more details, you can visit their official Facebook […]
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    • Yoga Pool Party at the Palace Pool Club

    Yoga and the pool are never too far away, what with resorts and cruise ships having most of their yoga sessions by the pool. However, have you ever heard of a yoga pool party?   LIFE YOGA GIVES YOU the healthiest pool party you’ve ever been to: the LiFE Yoga Pool Party! (Poster grabbed from LiFE Yoga Center)   Get those swimsuits ready as LiFE Yoga brings you their much-awaited Yoga Pool Party, happening on September 3 at The Palace Pool Club! LiFE Yoga is one of the foremost yoga studios in the country. They continue to innovate yoga culture in the Philippines by integrating food, music, art, and a […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Workshops, Classes & Seminars

    • Have a Happy Ever After at the Bridal Fair this 2016!

    Want to know how Happy Ever After feels like? Join the Happy Ever After Wedding Fair on August 27 to 28, 2016 at the SM Aura Premier SMX Function Rooms 1 and 2 from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm!     Tag along your potential wedding team and check out event deals, sample products, and wedding workshops you can see in this event to plan your dream wedding as early as you can! Get the chance to see what the wedding industry in the Philippines looks like and get details of your possible wedding suppliers in the future. What’s even more fun is that you can also win a prize […]
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  • Taguig
  • SM Aura
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    • Macklemore and Ryan Lewis Live in Manila for This Unruly Mess I’ve Made Tour

    Yes, they’re back for the second time around!     American hip-hop artist Macklemore and DJ-Record Producer Ryan Lewis is coming back to Manila for This Unruly Mess I’ve Made Tour on September 22, 2016, 7:00 pm at The Palace Pool Club! Witness them perform their chart-topping hits such as “Can’t Hold Us,” “Thrift Shop,” “Same Love,” and more from their newest album that will surely be a night of fun and music. The award-winning duo composed of Ben Haggerty (Macklemore) and Ryan Lewis won the Best New Artist and 4 Grammy awards. They’re set to share their music to Manila once again so don’t miss this chance to see […]
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  • Bonifacio Global City
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    • Let Your Helpers Learn: Basic Yaya Training 2016

    Attention, mommies and daddies! Let your nannies or yayas learn the basics to protect your child by letting them join the Basic Yaya Training 2016 on September 10, October 15, and November 26, 2016 at the Mothercare Podium and BGC branches.     It’s time for your yayas to learn about the basics of First Aid, as invited VentureLab Resource Center speaker Christina M. Joson discuss you the things all yayas and parents should known when it comes to taking care of infants and toddlers. Topics such as Common Childhood Illnesses, Preventing Accidents, Earthquake and Fire preparedness, and an Open Forum will be held at the event so don’t miss this […]
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  • Taguig
  • Mandaluyong
  • The Podium
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    • Catch Cesqeaux at Valkyrie at The Palace this September!

    Future bass trap is a new music genre that’s rising in popularity in the club scene. Get a taste of this new genre as Cesqeaux brings future bass trap to Valkyrie Nightclub at The Palace this September 2!   (Poster grabbed from Valkyrie at the Palace Facebook page)   Future bass trap is a mix of aggressive lyrics, energetic instrument, and bad a** base lines that can take any party to the next level. Cesqeaux is one of the most recognized faces when it comes to future bass trap, so it should come as no surprise for him to be playing at the hottest club in the country. You can […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Concert

    • Solve a chemical mystery at CSI101: Looking for Substance

    Chemistry may not be everyone’s strong suit, but it will be after you join The Mind Museum’s CSI 101: Looking for Substance on August 27!   IT’S A CAMPUS MYSTERY! Take on the challenge and compete against other groups at CSI 101. (Image grabbed from The Mind Museum Facebook page)   CSI 101: Looking for Substance is a competitive crime-solving activity where you and your friends go against other groups to solve a “chemical” mystery which revolves around a campus crime ring. Though they usually allow kids to join in these contests, because of the nature of this “case,” it’s recommended for groups aged 18 and up. There will be […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Games, Contest & Tournament
  • Just For Kids

    • A day full of music: The Common Ground Music Fest

    Audiophiles, this is the event you’ve been waiting for!     A one afternoon to evening music event is happening as the Common Ground Music Fest comes to Manila this August 20, 2016 at the Bonifacio Global City!     Come hear numerous acts of various genres where you can just enjoy the day hearing the best songs in this generation! Divided into 4 stages, 40 music acts will be there to entertain you with their melodic rhythms as you discover new songs and new artists to be included in your playlist.     There will be a Singer Songwriter stage where you can see up and coming Filipino musicians […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
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    • Time for Family Bonding: SM Cinema offers Family Movie Day

    Waiting for that perfect event to bond with your family? Here’s one! SM Cinema invites all families to spend a fun-filled weekend for a movie-watching kind of bonding until December 2016 in SM branches nationwide!     Buy 2 tickets to the family movie of the month and 2 kids can get to watch it for free! The family movie day kit will include 1 free bowling game, 1 hour skating pass, 1-month subscription to Blink, and other affiliate brands that kids and even adults will surely enjoy! See A Turtle’s Tale 2: Sammy’s Escape from Paradise in 3D on August 20 to 21, Ultraman Ginga on September 10 to […]
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  • Movie Screening

    • 3rd Asian On Screen Film Festival

        The Asia Society Philippines and Security Bank, together with Ayala Malls Cinemas and the Film Development Council of the Philippines, invites you to the 3rd Asia on Screen Film Festival this September 15 to 18, 2016 at the Greenbelt 3 Cinemas in Makati City! This film fest will showcase award-winning and culturally-relevant films of the Asia Pacific cinema to draw recognition from a generation of talented actors and filmmakers. See films such as Tanna (Australia), A Tale of Three Cities (China), Teacher’s Diary (Thailand), Miss Hokusai (Japan), and Philippines’ very own films namely Taklub and Above the Clouds. Get the opportunity to learn from directors Pepe Diokno of Above the Clouds and Nithiwat […]
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  • Makati
  • Greenbelt
  • Film Festival

    • Score great travel deals this weekend at TravelAura by Travelhood

    Calling all experienced travellers out there – the first and only travel auction in the country will be presenting all amazing travel deals for the third time! Treat yourself and enjoy a great holiday at the Most Beautiful Place in the World with Travel Aura expo on August 19 to 21 at SM Aura Atrium.     If you’re fond of travelling but hate the crazy lines, crowded places and unnecessary details, Travel Aura by Travelhood is the perfect venue to shop for your travel holidays! Whether you’re on a tight budget and prefer affordable yet cozy and boutique hotels or if you’re ready to splurge it all for VIP […]
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  • Taguig
  • SM Aura
  • Fair & Expo