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50 Shades of Grey Musical Parody in Manila

Get ready for a burst of laughter as The Musical Parody based from the novel 50 Shades of Grey is coming to Manila this February 12-28, 2016! To tease you with what the show offers, here is a little detail on how the show goes: a group of ladies decide to read E.L. James’ bestselling novel 50 Shades of Grey, leading to a number of musical productions with songs entitled “I Don’t Make Love,” “There’s a Hole Inside of Me” “How Much can I take?” plus other 11 original songs from the show. 50 Shades of Grey Musical Parody started its journey back in 2014 in Germany, Holland, and France. […]
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  • Makati
  • Ayala Avenue
  • Theatre Play

    • Celebrate Christmas Time at the Simbang Gabi Christmas Bazaar

    Simbang Gabi (Rooster’s Mass) is a common Filipino tradition every Christmas time. Mass is usually held during the 9 days leading to Christmas at every parish in the Philippines. During those 9 days of mass up to the Christmas Eve, Filipinos usually go with families and friends to celebrate the Christmas spirit. In this regard, many organizations establish Christmas bazaars. The Ateneo Management Association will hold a Simbang Gabi Bazaar, a perfect destination to go with your family and friends. This bazaar will run from December 15-24, 2015 at the Bellarmine field in front of the Church of Gesu. There will be stalls and concessionaires to be put up so […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Bazaar

    • Chicago Live in Manila

      The sensational pop rock band Chicago will once again conquer the Manila stage as they are set to perform live at the Araneta Coliseum on January 20, 2016. Chicago, with their popular hits “If you leave me now,” “Hard Habit to Break,” and “Hard to Say I’m Sorry” will be coming to Manila for the second time since their successful concert last September 2009. It is considered one of the most successful American pop rock bands, getting a following of more than a million fans worldwide. The band, known as “the legendary rock band with horns”, is the highest charting American band in Billboard Magazine’s list of Top 100 […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Smart Araneta Coliseum
  • Concert

    • Fil-Toon Comic Con 2016

    Explore the Art and Comic Industry through Fil-Toon Comic Con 2016 Join the gathering of world renowned Filipino comic artists who have made names in the local and international comic industry at the Fil-Toon Comic Con event this January 30-31, 2016. Let your creative juices flow as you learn and get inspired by the Filipinos who have once made Philippines proud with their artistic talents. Fil-Toon Academy, Inc. will hold its first and biggest comic event in the Philippines, which aims to showcase Filipino Art through the workshops, contests, and exciting events that will be part of the program. With these, you can have a chance to win exciting prizes […]
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  • Pampanga
  • Art & Fashion Show

    • Santa’s Attic: A Christmas Bazaar

    Find the best gifts to give this Christmas at the Santa’s Attic: A Christmas Bazaar on December 12-13, 2015 from 10am to 10pm at the Glorietta 5 Atrium in Makati City. The bazaar is going to be packed with charming trinkets, fashion apparels, baked goodies and more. There will also be a raffling off of prizes and exciting freebies. Shoppers will also be treated to some entertaining musical performances of Christmas carols. Entrance is free so come and find that perfect Christmas gift for your loved one. For more details, email at santasattic.bazaar@ateneo-celadon.org
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  • Makati
  • Glorietta
  • Bazaar

    • The Vamps to Perform in Manila in 3LOGY Concert

    Welcome 2016 with a bang by singing along with The Vamps as they return to perform in Manila in January next year. Following their successful performance last February 2015, the British pop band will once again perform their hits on January 30, 2016, 8pm at the Mall of Asia Arena. The band, which won big in the BBC Radio 1 Teens Awards, is known for their songs “Cecilia,” “Risk it All” and “Somebody to You”. The Vamps will be headlining the 3LOGY in Manila concert with “Before you Exit” and special guest “The Tide” who will be performing in Manila for the first time. Ticket Prices: VIP – P8,480 Patron A – […]
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  • Mall of Asia Arena
  • Concert

    • 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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  • Makati
  • Festival

    • Manila Sneaker Expo

    Streetwear fashion takes the centerstage at the Manila Sneaker Expo that’s slated on December 20, 2015, from 1pm to 8pm at the SMX Convention Center SM Aura BGC. The event invites all sneaker-holics for a one-day event that will feature the best sneaker merchants in the country, sneaker auctions, MSE Sneakerbabes, and What the Raffle. Participants also have the chance to buy, sell, or trade their own collection (limit of 3 pairs per attendee) in this one-of-a-kind sneakers fair event. Tickets are selling for P250 and are available at all SM Tickets Outlets nationwide. For interested merchants, contact 0908 888 7850 or email at ron@manilasneakerexpo.com.
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  • Taguig
  • SM Aura
  • Art & Fashion Show
  • Fair & Expo

    • La Feria BGC Urban Marketfest

    Head to the Terra 28 Park in BGC this weekend (December 12 to 13) from 3pm to 12midnight for hours of unwinding, shopping, and fun food trip at the La Feria BGC Urban Marketfest. The fair brings together in one place a medley of fun activities and discoveries – vintage curios and other shopping finds, local and foreign artisans with their arts and crafts, great grub, a petting zoo, a Christmas backyard outdoor cinema and a lot more! Experience all these fun under the afternoon and night sky and let this weekend add to your holiday cheer. See poster for details and inquiries.
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Fair & Expo

    • 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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  • Quezon City
  • Diliman
  • Festival

    • ONE OK ROCK Live in Manila

    Japan’s leading rock band ONE OK ROCK will finally make it to our shores this January 19, 2016 at the MOA Arena, Pasay City! Co-presented by PULP Live World and 28 Black, guitarist Toru Yamashita, bassist Ryota Kohama, drummer Tomoya Kanki and frontman Takahiro “Taka” Moriuchi are ready to deliver their energized brand of alternative rock, post-hardcore and pop-punk to their J-Rock Manila fans who have been praying for this day to happen. The band is touring in support of their 7th full-length album 35xxxv, their first release since signing up with record label giant Warner Bros. Records and also the first to be released in the United States. ONE […]
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  • Mall of Asia Arena
  • Concert

    • 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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  • Mandaluyong
  • SM Megamall
  • Festival
  • Just For Kids

    • Graphika Manila: Philippines’ Biggest Creative Gathering

    Learn from the experts and boost your creative touch by joining the country’s premier creativity conference, Graphika Manila. The informative, influential, and inspiring event, happening on January 30-31, 2016, 10am-5pm at the SMX Convention Center will focus on the creative side of design rather than technology and cover multidisciplinary creative approaches in identity, art direction, animation, web and even designed environments. Since it started in 2006, Graphika Manila has become a highly-anticipated annual event among design professionals and students and has attracted over 20,000 attendees throughout its decade-long existence as a force that adds fire to people’s sense of artistry. Everyone is invited! If you appreciate art, passionate about design […]
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  • SMX Convention
  • Summit & Conference

    • 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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  • Mall Of Asia
  • Festival

    • 11th Philippine Blogging Summit

    A free 2-day event on blogging will be held on December 4 and 5 in UP Diliman Quezon City. Open for all who are interested in blogging – from newbie to veteran bloggers, this event will tackle various topics about the different facets of blogging. First 200 registered participants to come early (on or before 9 am) will be given food stub and participant kit. Afterwards, remaining food stubs and participant kits shall be given to early walk-ins. AGENDA December 4, 2015 9:00 to 9:30 Flag Ceremony, Prayer, Welcome Remarks 9:30 to 10:30 Beauty & Fashion Blogging in the Philippines • Beauty Blogging in the Philippines (Liz Lanuzo) • Dealing with Bloggers […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Diliman
  • Summit & Conference

    • FRESCA: An Organic Market

    Support healthy living with a heart by coming to FRESCA, an organic market organized by UP Junior Marketing Association to be held on November 30 at the UP Town Center. This gathering of organic product merchants and wellness enthusiasts will feature best selection of locally-grown whole foods and products. There will also be freebies throughout the day and live performances from local bands at night.  Spreading the Christmas season’s holiday cheer, the event’s proceeds will be donated and used to provide a meaningful Noche Buena celebration for the families of the Gawad Kalinga Tribu Village. For more information, visit their Facebook.
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  • Quezon City
  • Diliman
  • Bazaar
  • Food & Beverage Event

    • Heure de conte at Alliance Francaise de Manille

    Alliance Francaise de Manille invites you to come and join their fun Storytelling Hour on December 5, 2015, Saturday, at 10:30am to be held at the Library of the AF de Manille in Bel-Air II Makati. This children’s French and English story-reading event also includes songs, puppet show, games, arts and crafts, and snacks all tailored for kids ages 3 and up. To be featured in this Christmas Special are the following: Conte / Story: Le Père Noël et les Deux Oursons / Santa Claus and the Two Teddy Bears Lectrice(s) / Reader(s): Blandine Conton / Anna Austria.  Et une activité manuelle à partir de 3 ans pour prolonger le conte / Arts & Crafts ages 3 and […]
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  • Makati
  • Art & Fashion Show
  • Just For Kids

    • 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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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Festival

    • Ballet Philippines Presents Peter Pan

    Revisit Neverland this holiday season as Ballet Philippines brings you Peter Pan, the must-see event for the whole family this December! Catch the performances from December 4-6, 8-13 2015 at the Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theater). Experience anew Sir J. M. Barrie’s immortal story of the boy who would not grow up through stunning choreography by Edna Vida Froilan. With pixie dust from renowned aerialists Flying by Foy, see Peter Pan doing what he does best – flying! See the whole gang as the Darling children Wendy, John, and Michael joins Peter along with Captain Hook, Smee, Tinkerbell, Tiger Lily, the Lost Boys, and the other denizens of Neverland. […]
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  • CCP Complex
  • Theatre Play

    • Maker’s Market at Estancia Capitol Commons

    Local. Independent. Handmade. Let’s celebrate the work of creative hands by visiting Maker’s Market this November! Maker’s Market, a trade fair dedicated to showcasing handmade and craft supplies and food products is again slated to take place on November 28-29, 10am to 9pm at Estancia Mall in Capitol Commons. The handmade fun and festivities will be held over at 2L Bridgeway where there will be a diverse mix of merchants bringing in their ingenious wares from fashion to home accessories and other quaint crafts as well as artisanal food all perfect for holiday gift giving. For more info, visit their Facebook and website.
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  • Pasig
  • Capitol Commons
  • Art & Fashion Show
  • Fair & Expo

    • Hi-5 House of Dreams Comes to Manila

    Catch Hi-5 House of Dreams this December 21-22 as the widely popular singing group Hi-5 from the well-loved children’s show of the same name comes to Manila for a series of shows at the Newport Performing Arts Theater at the Resorts World. Expect plenty of dancing, singing and adventures with Chats and Jup Jup and Chats the dream-meister. Have fun while she uses her magical dreamcatcher to take you through jungles, fairy grottos and even coral gardens.  Sing along to hit songs and jiggle to familiar tunes like “Action Heroes” and “Underwater Discovery”. Let your dreams come to life and join the gang this holiday season for loads of fun […]
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  • Newport City
  • Concert
  • Just For Kids

    • AWS Advent Fair

    Living in the south of Manila? Join Acacia Waldorf School’s (AWS) Advent Fair, a community Advent fair open to all happening on November 22, from 9am to 6pm at the AWS in Hacienda Sta. Elena Sta. Rosa Laguna. It promotes arts and crafts, love for animals, and old-school kiddie enjoyment among children, as well as wholesome finds perfect for the young at heart. All away from the city’s noise, crowded malls, and traffic jam. Make this fun event a unique weekend activity for the whole family with a myriad of activities! There will be animal rides, a mini petting zoo, waldorf-inspired storytelling with puppets, treasure hunt and lots of games, […]
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  • Laguna
  • Fair & Expo

    • Race for Life 2015

    Bring your passion and advocacy to the streets as you join with other runners this November 30 at the Seaside Boulevard SM Mall of Asia Grounds for the Race for Life, a running event for the benefit of the Real Life Foundation. Participants will get a free Race for LIFE 2015 shirt with timing chip, discount stubs attached to the bib, and a chance to win some prizes. The biggest reward though is the chance to help send some underprivileged young people to school. Fee and Prizes: 10K Run Fee: PHP1,000 Categories: Male, Female Assembly Time: 4:00 AM Gun Start: 5:00 AM 5K Run Fee: PHP600 Categories: Male, Female Assembly […]
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  • Mall Of Asia
  • Marathon & Fun Run
  • Sports

    • Kaleidoscope Outdoor Party

    Friday night comes alive with fantastic colors and vibe at Kaleidoscope, your weekend outdoor party happening every Friday at the Central Park Greenfield District in Mandaluyong City. The event that kicked off last November 6 is participated by The Hub & The Portal establishments. It’s a kaleidoscope of fun, food, and friends gathering for a cool Friday night of music and unwinding that starts at 7pm. Make your Fridays count and join the fun! For more details, visit their Facebook or call (02) 631-8651.
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  • Mandaluyong
  • Food & Beverage Event

    • Picky Palates Weekend Market

    Have a taste of the finer things in life every weekend of November (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) from 10am to 10pm as Picky Palates Weekend Market provides you with urban finds, grub delights, and sassy treats that fit your sophistication and passion for life. Enjoy international as well as local fares and pretty wares with Picky Palates’ carefully curated artisans all converging at the Century City Mall in two al fresco venues – Makers Corner and Artisans Alley at the Second Floor, and the Gulp and Grub Junction at the Third Floor. Free access to the city’s finest? Yes. This free admission weekend market invites you to come to a place […]
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  • Makati
  • Food & Beverage Event

    • Spectrum Fair Returns this November

    The highly-successful Spectrum Fair is making a much-awaited comeback for a POP-of-Christmas this November 14-15, 10am to 9pm at the Whitespace Manila in Makati. The one-of-a-kind indoor/outdoor fair that draws mostly the city’s urbanites and life lovers curates and features a full spectrum of premium quality products—from food treats to chic fashion pieces, home furnishings, accessories and jewellery, home essentials, and other lifestyle must-haves – practically everything élan. Spectrum Fair Manila also pays homage to homegrown artisans by showcasing their crafts that are purchase-worthy and fit for both local and global markets. It’s the perfect place where you can Christmas shop in style. Entrance fee is at P150. For more […]
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  • Makati
  • Fair & Expo

    • Color Manila Run Year 4

    Tickets are now on sale for the highly-anticipated Color Manila Run 2016. Be part of the biggest color fun run in the country that brings the ‘fun’ in the run through a myriad of colors and a kaleidoscope experience on the tracks. Join with your family and friends as Color Manila celebrates its 4th year anniversary with a Carnival twist on January 03, 2016, Sunday at Mall of Asia Grounds!  Ticket/prepaid card prices are: Php 950 for 3K, 5K and 10K Php 1,500 for 21K   You can purchase them at the ff stores: Tobys Mall of Asia Tobys Glorietta 3 Tobys SM Aura Tobys SM North EDSA Runnr Alabang […]
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  • Mall of Asia Arena
  • Marathon & Fun Run
  • Sports

    • The 7th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition

    The annual competitive showcase of the world’s pyrotechnique prowess will again set the night sky to bright, flashing colors as representatives of various countries gather together to compete in this spectacular event. Global pyrotechniques experts joining the 7th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition will be painting the night sky with a spectacle of vivid hues, dazzling lights, and engaging music all orchestrated in creative choreography to enthral and excite the audience. Every Saturday from February 13 to March 19, 2016, from 7:30 to 8:30pm, from the grounds of the Seaside Boulevard in SM Mall of Asia Complex, this extravagant visual feast will reach the skies as it combines artistry with technology. […]
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  • Mall Of Asia
  • Games, Contest & Tournament

    • Nate Ruess of FUN Coming to Manila

    Indie pop artist Nate Ruess of the group FUN will be coming to Manila on January 19, 2016. Nate is coming out with his new solo album Grand Romantic and will be performing at the new KIA Theater at the Araneta Center on the said date at 8pm. Nate is best known for the hits ‘We Are Young’ , ‘Some Nights’, and more as well as his collaboration with Pink, ‘Just Give me a Reason’. Tickets for the concert will be on sale starting November 14 through www.ticketnet.com.ph. Call 911-5555 for ticket inquiries.
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  • Quezon City
  • Concert

    • Milestones of Czech Photography

    The Embassy of the Czech Republic and the Camera Club of the Philippines present Czech journalist, writer, publicist and photographer Ondrej Neff at the Milestones of Czech Photography. A co-founder of the Institute of Digital Photography, Neff will be conducting a lecture on photography on November 24, 6pm in the Camera Club of the Philippines Center, 5/F Waltermart Chino Roces (Pasong Tamo) Makati. About Ondrej Neff Born 1945 in Prague, in 1970 Neff received a PhD at the Institute for Education and Journalism, graduating from the Institute of Creative Photography later. He also led the photo department of the main Czech MF Daily newspaper. Later he studied cultural history of […]
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  • Makati
  • Workshops, Classes & Seminars