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Richard Marx: The Solo Tour Live in Manila

With his greatest hits “Don’t Mean Nothing”, “Should’ve Known Better”, and “Satisfied”, Richard Marx is coming to the Philippines to perform and serenade his Filipino fans on March 12, 2016, Saturday, at the KIA Theater in Socorro, Cubao.     Marx became the first solo artist to reach the top 5 with his first 7 singles. He also known for collaborating with Luther Vandross in the song “Dance with My Father”, which won Song of the Year in the 2003 Grammy Awards. Details: What: Richard Marx: The Solo Tour Live in Manila When: March 12, 2016; 8pm Where: KIA Theatre For tickets, you may contact Ticketnet. Tel No: 02-911-5555   […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Concert

    • Sergio Mendes 50 years Celebration of Brazil ’66

    Venha comemorar com Sergio Mendes como Brasil ’66 completa 50 anos! In English, it means “Come and celebrate with Sergio Mendes as Brasil ’66 turns 50!”      Celebrating its 50th year, Brasil ’66 is Brazilian musician Sergio Mendes’ album with a group of talented artists, namely Lani Hall and Bibi Vogel (later replaced by Janis Hansen) on vocals, Bob Matthews on bass, José Soares on percussion and João Palma on drums, having Mendes on piano. In 2011, the groundbreaking album was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, and went platinum based largely on the success of its single “Mas Que Nada,” sung entirely in Portuguese with soaring vocals […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Amoranto Stadium
  • Concert

    • Nihongo Fiesta 2016

    The annual showcase of Japanese Language, Arts, and Culture is back this year with Nihongo Fiesta! The event will include its yearly contests such as the 43rd Nihongo Speech Contest and the 8th Nihongo Quiz Bee for High School Students. Aside from the said competitions, a film screening of Sarusuberi: Miss Hokusai will also be showcased in the event. A J-Pop concert will also be held as Kawaii 5 will be featured at the event as guests. The occasion gathers Filipino students and non-professionals from all over the world to prove their excellence and proficiency in the Japanese language. The Champion and the Outstanding Performance Awardee for the event will […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • Shangri-La Plaza

    • The Great British Festival 2016

    Join the fun and celebrate with the Great British Festival this February 26 – 28. It will be 3 days of good food, good music and good fun as the British Embassy has a lot of fun activities in store for those who will be joining the event. There will be fashion, car display, theatre workshops, magic show movies, and various booths at the festival. The Great British Festival will be held in the Shakespeare Pavillion and the Main Hall at Bonifacio High Street, Taguig. Get the full UK experience in Manila and enjoy a British-style weekend outdoors with your friends, office mates and family. Check out their programme schedule. […]
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    • Little Mix Live in Manila

    If you’re familiar with songs “Black Magic” and “Love Me Like You,” you already have a clue on what girl group is coming to Manila this year. Little Mix, the sensational British girl group will be coming to Manila this May 2016! The girl group which was the first ever group to win X Factor in 2011, will be coming to Manila as their last stop for the “Get Weird Tour.” Members of the group namely Perrie Edwards, Jesy Nelson, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, and Jade Thirlwall earned the highest debut U.S. chart position by a British girl group which breaks the previous record of the Spice Girls. Their debut album DNA […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Cubao
  • Concert

    • Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra Concert

    Let the sounds of strings, percussion, brass and woodwind come together and serenade you in a night of soothing sounds and relaxation from the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra. Their Series 8 concert, entitled Reverie, showcases voices from international singers, local choirs, such as the Ateneo Chamber Singers, Philippine Madrigal Singers, UST Singers and talent from conductor, Olivier Ochanine. The show started their run in September 2015 and will continue till April 22nd 2016 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines’ Main Theatre, also known as Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo.     Spend your night with the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra and let the sweet sound of live instruments carry you to relaxation and […]
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  • CCP Complex
  • Concert

    • Daloy

      As a part of Project Bakawan, Daloy (Stream or Flow), is composed of more than 50 participating artists that were asked to respond to water as material and concept and, it’s different aspects, flow and stagnation, roots and routes, and many more. Held in the spaces of UP Diliman, Project Bakawan reaches out to people other than students of the school to fight for a much better future for everyone and also to the future generations. Project Bakawan is a collaboration art festival that started February of 2015 in the spaces of UP Diliman and it seeks a network of students, art practitioners, and community organizations to get hold […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Diliman
  • Art & Fashion Show

    • TWOFOLD: Dear Artist | Double Consciousness

    Come and wonder at the works of Manila based artist, Lyra Garcellano, in TWOFOLD: Dear Artist | Double Consciousness from February 4 to March 15, 2016 at the UP Vargas Museum.     Garcellano, a graduate of Bachelor of Fine Arts and Interdisciplinary Studies, takes an anthropological approach in her artworks dealing with notions of everyday. TWOFOLD is composed of Garcellano’s two projects, Dear Artist and Double Consciousness that explores the relationships of cultural institutions and artistic production. It opens a platform of critique, showing how an artist becomes a part of a very operational structure, and at the same time engaging with the system. It comes together as one, revealing […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Diliman
  • Art & Fashion Show

    • Test your Training at Run United 1 2016

    Runners of all levels, time to put all of your training to the test as ActiveHealth presents their premier proving ground for runners: Run United 1 2016!   PROVING GROUNDS. Think you’ve trained hard enough? Prove it at this year’s Run United 1.   Run United 1 is a part of the RunRio Trilogy, a proving ground for both runners and non-runners everywhere. It’s a set of three race events scheduled within the year, and culminates with the annual Run United Philippine Marathon. RunRio Trilogy begins with Run United 1, a 3-category race intended to push you to your limits. Run United 2 (scheduled on June 5) will look to […]
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  • Mall Of Asia
  • Marathon & Fun Run
  • Sports

    • 1st International Reggae Festival

      Wah Gwaan?! Or in English, “What’s up?!” Are ya ready to feel good while listening to a mix of jazz, and rhythm and blues through reggae music? The music genre that originated in Jamaica will have its first ever festival in Manila at Mall of Asia Concert Grounds, come April 16, 2016. The festival will feature Inner Circle and Big Mountain, plus the locally famous Brownman Revival and Tropical Depression, as well as some international acts such as Papa – U – Gee from Japan and Martin Buchanan from the home of reggae, Jamaica. Take in and feel like you’re in the South of Cuba, enjoying the sand and […]
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  • Mall Of Asia
  • Mall of Asia Concert Grounds
  • Concert
  • Festival

    • AWCP Monthly Bazaar

    One of the country’s best bazaars opens its doors once more as the American Women’s Club of the Philippines (AWCP) presents the AWCP Bazaar on March 8, 2016.   SHOPAHOLICS’S DREAM! The AWCP Monthly Bazaar opens the doors of SMX Convention Center on March 8.   AWCP’s Monthly Bazaar is the best place to find deals on women’s clothing, accessories, baby clothes, and anything else a woman would need in and around the house. Foodies can also expect the best in local and foreign cuisine as AWCP also has a section of the convention center dedicated to food. Entrance fee for visitors is P100. All proceeds of the event will […]
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  • SMX Convention
  • Bazaar

    • Summer Reign Benefit Bazaar

    Let’s combine two things that people love: Summer and Shopping. What do you get? A great time! Check out Summer Reign Benefit Bazaar, one of the most-awaited shopping bazaars in the metro, and score great finds as you see various stalls to cater you on your shopping needs!     See local entrepreneurs and their artisanal products in this bazaar and get the chance to shop and help at the same time. This bazaar spearheaded by the members of Regina lustitiae Sorority is a socially-oriented bazaar wherein part of the proceeds will be shared to two of its partner beneficiaries which are Gawad Kalinga and GK Enchanted Farm. The bazaar […]
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  • Taguig
  • SM Aura
  • Bazaar

    • 7th World University Cycling Championship

    Ready, set, and pedal to the 7th World University Cycling Championship! First time to be held outside Europe and in Asia, this year’s World University Cycling Championship (WUCC) is happening in Tagaytay City where at least 17 countries will be competing from March 17 to 20. From the starting point, the route, which is approximately 122 km, will pass through Nasugbu, Batangas and Naic, Cavite, and back to Tagaytay, with uphill battles on Indang and Mendez roads. To ensure that these route is safe and ready for the main event, WUCC orgaziners conducted a test last January 24, 2016, naming it as the 1st Philippine University Championship where over 200 […]
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  • Cavite
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  • Tagaytay
  • Games, Contest & Tournament
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    • Close Up Forever Summer 2016

      Get intensely close with Close Up’s Forever Summer 2016. The first ever crowd sourced party in the country is back and it will definitely be the cherry topper of your summer vacation. Last year, Martin Garrix with Eva Shaw blew the roof off by combining indie and EDM (Electronic Dance Music) in one festival. This year, Close Up assures you that this Forever Summer will be unlike the other ones you’ve attended before with The Chainsmokers as their rumoured artist. Forever Summer will be happening on the 21st of May, 2016 at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds. This summer will be not like any other. Details: What: 2016 […]
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  • Mall Of Asia
  • Festival

    • UP Fair 2016: Kasama Ka Sa Trip

    Gear up for one of the best local music festivals you will ever experience, as the University of the Philippines Student Council (USC) presents UP Fair 2016: Kasama Ka Sa Trip from Feb. 9 to 13, 2016! #KasamaKaSaTrip. UP Fair 2016’s official hashtag, emphasizing the best adventures you can have: with your friends. UP Fair is the University of the Philippines’ annual week-long school fair featuring the best musicians and the best of young talent the country has to offer. Each night features a different theme, with different acts headlining each concert night. 5 DAYS OF THE BEST MUSIC. The 5-day event features bands from different genres each night. UP […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Diliman
  • Fair & Expo
  • Festival

    • Jason Derulo: Live in Manila this 2016!

    For his 2016 World Tour, Jason Derulo will be performing live in Manila on May 27 at the Mall of Asia Arena. Chart topping hits of Derulo will be performed as he sees his Manila fans for the first time on his concert this May. In this concert, Jason Derulo surely won’t be ridin’ solo as he will be joined by one half of the LMFAO, Redfoo. The electropop duo LMFAO is behind the hit song “Party Rock Anthem” which reached the peak in international music charts in 2011. Derulo became popular with his catchy hits such as “Wiggle,” “In My Head,” and “Whatcha Say.” One of his recent singles […]
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  • Mall of Asia Arena
  • Concert

    • SMDC Run 2016

    SM Development Corporation is widely known for their condominiums across the country, but not in the running community… until now. SMDC presents the first annual SMDC Run, happening on Feb. 28, 2016 at the Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City! The event is poised to acquaint the brand to a promising new market, as well as underscore SMDC developments within the MOA Complex and the improvements it continuously applies to the area. Runners will encounter relatively flat terrain across the vast Mall of Asia premises. The first-ever charity fun run organized by SMDC promises to be a huge step towards the organization’s corporate-social responsibility initiatives in collaboration with SM Foundation’s […]
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  • Mall Of Asia
  • Marathon & Fun Run
  • Sports

    • Ayala Museum presents A Taste of Gutai from the Collection of Lito and Kim Camacho

    MAKATI CITY, PHILIPPINES—Ayala Museum, in partnership with Mitsubishi Corporation, with special participation of The Japan Foundation, Manila and Sony Philippines, proudly presents its opening exhibition for 2016 entitled A Taste of Gutai under the Collectors Series program running from February 5 to April 10, 2016 at the Ayala Museum Ground Floor Gallery. This exhibition pays homage to Gutai, a Japanese art movement defined by a radical and energetic approach to artmaking that encompassed performance, painting, installation, and theatrical events, anticipating what would soon be popular movements in contemporary art following Abstract Expressionism. Scheduled to open in time with Art Fair Philippines, the annual celebration of contemporary art in the Philippines […]
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  • Makati
  • Art & Fashion Show

    • 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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  • Film 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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  • Las Piñas
  • Festival

    • Sea-Expo 2016

    The country’s premier boat show and nautical lifestyle expo makes its return as the SMX Convention Center hosts Sea-Expo 2016: The 8th Philippine Boat Show and Premier Nautical Lifestyle Expo and Conference from Feb. 19 to 21! EVERYTHING ABOUT THE SEA. Mark your calendars for the country’s top nautical expo and boat show. Anything and everything that has to do with the ocean can be found at Sea-Expo 2016. From boats to boat parts, water sports, summer apparel, and everything in between, Sea-Expo has it all. With exhibitors such as Europa Yachts and Hook Pro Outdoor Fishing Tackle, you won’t be missing out on the best the leisure marine industry […]
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  • SMX Convention
  • Fair & Expo

    • SuperSale Summer Bazaar 2016

    Shopaholics should find a space in their packed calendars right now as SuperSale together with Sun Broadband present the SuperSale Summer Bazaar 2016 from Feb. 19-21 at the World Trade Center Tent in Pasay City! DISCOUNTS GALORE! SUN Broadband and SuperSale bring you the #SUNSuperSale Summer Bazaar! Visitors can enjoy discounts of up to 90% on over 200 local and imported brands! Brewfest MNL also joins the event for the second straight year, bringing local brews, grub, and endless fun. LOCAL CRAFT BEERS. Brewfest MNL, the first local craft beer festival in the country, joins the #SUNSuperSale Bazaar! Known as one of the most coveted discount fashion bazaars in Metro […]
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  • World Trade Center
  • Bazaar

    • 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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  • Baguio
  • Festival

    • 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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  • Zambales
  • Festival

    • Free Screening of Award-winning Animation Film at the Nihongo Fiesta 2016

    The Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) invites everyone to the special screening of the award-winning animation film “Sarusuberi: Miss Hokusai” on February 27 (Saturday) from 3:30p.m. at the Shang Cineplex Cinema 1 (6th level of the Shangri-La Plaza Mall, EDSA, Mandaluyong City) as part of the Nihongo Fiesta 2016, JFM’s annual event celebrating the colorful culture and arts of Japan and showcasing the Japanese language. Admission to the film screening is free but numbered tickets will be issued on a first-come, first served, one ticket per person basis only from 10:00a.m. on February 27 at the entrance of Shang Cineplex Cinema 1. The film will be shown with English subtitle. – […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • Shangri-La Plaza
  • Movie Screening

    • Art Fair Philippines 2016

    Mark your calendars, art enthusiasts! The best in Philippine contemporary art will converge from Feb. 18 to 21 at The Link Carpark in Makati City for Art Fair Philippines 2016! BEST IN CONTEMPORARY. Art Fair Philippines is back! Art Fair Philippines started in 2013 with the aim of mirroring the local art scene and provide continuing support for Filipino artists. “Set in an alternative venue, Art Fair Philippines makes art accessible to enthusiasts and to those who want to discover one of Southeast Asia’s most exciting art landscapes.” (Taken from artfairphilippines.com) With 40 galleries and 8 special exhibitions, there will be no shortage of pieces to appreciate during the three-day […]
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  • Makati
  • Event Type
  • Art & Fashion Show
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    • 7-Eleven Trail 2016

    Get ready, mountain bikers of all levels! One of the biggest mountain bike races in the country returns as 7-Eleven, in partnership with Timberland Heights, brings you 7-Eleven Trail 2016! REGISTER NOW! The 7-Eleven Trail Series is a single-loop cross-country (abbreviated as XC) mountain bike race held on the 3rd weekend of February each year since 2014 in the hills of San Mateo, Rizal. This year’s trail promises to be as exciting as last year’s edition, with the course roughly the same as last year’s Trail 1500, with obstacles and options along the way. These ‘A-lines’ (obstacles) and ‘B-lines’ (options) were added in line with global trends in cross country […]
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  • Rizal
  • Marathon & Fun Run
  • Sports

    • Trendsetter’s Bazaar

    Heads up fashionistas! The most-awaited bazaar is back: Trendsetter’s Bazaar will once again bring the newest fashion statements in metro this 2016! For its kick-start, Trendsetter’s Bazaar will take place in World Trade Center this February. Get your shopping money ready as you rummage through the latest shopping finds that you will see in the event. All the trendsetting fashion outfit will be there so bring along your friends as you shop for a fashion-forward 2016! Aside from clothing, you will also see tons of beauty essentials that will complete your total fashionista look. For men, there will also be a variety of stalls which will cater to your needs, […]
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  • World Trade Center
  • Bazaar

    • Rebel

    In time for the 30th EDSA Anniversary, Ballet Manila presents its own take on the world-renowned Spartacus as they bring Martin Lawrance’s Rebel on February 25-28, 2016 at the Aliw Theater in Pasay City. With the 1986 People Power Revolution as its setting, Rebel explores freedom, bravery, and human struggle for its theme. This version of Spartacus that tells about the violent battles in Rome will be about the Philippine setting under the tutelage of the Marcos regime. With having inputs from Filipino playwright Floy Quintos, the story will revolve around the history of the EDSA period as dance and drama meet. The Khachaturian scoring will be performed by the […]
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  • CCP Complex
  • Theatre Play

    • 3 Stars and a Sun Musical

    For 2016, PETA offers us a one of a kind rap musical through 3 Stars and a Sun, featuring the music of the late Francis Magalona known as the “Filipino King of Rap.” The highly anticipated musical will run from February 4 to March 6, at the PETA-PHINMA Theater in New Manila, Quezon City. The original musical is PETA’s offering to close the 48th theater season. Written by Mixcaela Villalon and Rody Vera and directed by Nor Domingo, the musical is said to be set in the future, with a story that revolves around Good governance, youth, and nation building. It deals with the unresolved problems of the present and […]
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  • Quezon City
  • PETA Theater Center
  • Theatre Play