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Author Kevin Kwan to Visit PH for Book Signing Tour

Hold on to your pearls, because the bestselling author of Crazy Rich Asians and its recently-released sequel China Rich Girlfriend is coming to the Philippines for a two-day book signing activity! Kevin Kwan will be visiting Manila for The Crazy-Rich China-Rich Book Tour on August 15 at Fully Booked High Street and on August 16 at Fully Booked Alabang. Aside from having their tomes signed, fans of the uproarious novels can also satisfy their curiosity for more about the stupendous world of rich Asians through a Q-and-A session with Kwan himself. – – Born in Singapore but raised in the United States, Kwan led a privileged early life, from which […]
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  • Taguig
  • Muntinlupa
  • Alabang
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Book Tour

    • Bombs Away: FREE Sheppard Concert in Manila on August 11

    Up-and-coming Sheppard, the indie pop band behind the anthem Geronimo, is coming to the Philippines on August 11 for a FREE concert at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall! –  – Hailing from the Land Down Under, Sheppard is a family band helmed by George and Amy Sheppard (lead vocals), with their sister Emma on bass, Michael Butler on lead guitar, Jason Bovino on rhythm guitar, and Dean Gordon on percussions. Their first single, Geronimo, released in February 2014, is a reference to the exclamation of skydivers before taking a leap—true to the meaning of the song as shared by George: it is about “taking leaps of faith and […]
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  • Mall Of Asia
  • Concert

    • Manika Manila 2015 on August 29

    – ManikaManila once again brings Manika Manila Tiangge, a ball-jointed doll bazaar and exhibit where doll hobbyists, doll-loving craftspeople, and the curious are gathered for one magical day of dolls at Alphaland Southgate Tower, Makati on August 29, 2015. Find all kinds of dolls and doll-related goods and services on sale — from clothes to furniture and on-the-spot aesthetic service. Check out eye-catching doll booths and keep your eyes sharp because there will be a Booth Display Contest where visitors can vote for their favorite booth display, but keep in mind the voting is only until 5:00 PM. There will also be a Photography Contest where doll-hobbyists can participate and showcase […]
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  • Makati
  • Bazaar
  • Games, Contest & Tournament

    • Steve Aoki Returns to Manila In October!

    Steve Aoki finally makes his return to Manila to rock everybody’s world as he is slated to perform on October 16, 2015 at the Palace Pool Club. – – The Japanese-American DJ and producer is considered as one of the top electro house musician worldwide, he has also founded Dim Mak Records, and has collaborated with various high-profile artists such as will.i.am, LMFAO, and Iggy Azalea. Aoki launched his debut studio album in 2013 entitled Wonderland and has been nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Album, he has recently released his two-part album series Neon Future. Catch Aoki create magical beats that will rock your world as he […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Concert

    • Manila’s 1st Picnic Pop-Up

    – Gone are the days of hanging out in the backyard, lying on the grass while basking under the sun or just simply playing around outside the streets with your good ol’ neighbors who, like you, have grown and aged as time went by, and slowly, have adapted to the urban jungle the Metro has become. Well, some guys decided to bring back these precious moments to life once again! CAPTIVATE MANILA captivates our aged souls by organizing Manila’s 1st Picnic Pop-up happening at Burgos Park at Bonifacio Global City on August 15 from 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The event lets you experience fun the way it was when […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Art & Fashion Show
  • Games, Contest & Tournament
  • Workshops, Classes & Seminars

    • Cinemalaya Film Festival 2015

    The long wait for Cinemalaya 2015 will finally be over, the film festival is set to run from August 7 – 15, 2015 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines and other festival venues. The short film category will be the highlight of the film festival this year with Cinemalaya Foundation picking ten finalists for the short film category out of 150 entries. The ten finalists in the Short film category are: – – The winner of the short film category will receive PHP 150,000 cash prize. There will be no full-length feature category this year but will resume for Cinemalaya 2016 scheduled on August 5-14, 2016 although there will […]
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  • CCP Complex
  • Film Festival

    • Andrea O. Veneracion International Chorale Festival at the CCP

    Photo credit: Andrea O. Veneracion International Choral Festival Facebook – A total of 16 international and local choirs will be gathered for the 2nd Andrea O. Veneracion International Chorale Festival at the Cultural Center of the Philippines on July 22- 26, 2015. The Andrea O. Veneracion International Chorale Festival competition showcases choirs for the following categories: Folk Song, Vocal Ensemble, and Chamber Choir. Each category will be judged by an international jury of conductors namely Andre van der Merwe, conductor for Stellenbosch University Choir in Cape Town, South Africa; Brad Allred, conductor Salt Lake Choral Artists in Utah, USA; Silvana Vallesi, conductor to Coro Universidad de Mendoza in Argentina with […]
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  • CCP Complex
  • Concert
  • Festival
  • Games, Contest & Tournament

    • Madonna Meets Manila On February 24

    Photo from madonna.com – For the first time ever, the music icon Madonna is set to land on Philippine soil on February 24, 2016 to hold a one-night-only-concert at Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena. The global pop star has recently released her album Rebel Heart with singles, “Living for Love,” and “Ghostown” has reached # 1 on Billboard Dance Charts. The MNL concert is part of Madonna’s upcoming Rebel Heart Tour which begins at Montreal, Canada this September. Tickets for the concert goes on sale on Sunday, July 26 at 10 AM at any SM ticket outlet. Members of Icon, the official fan club of Madonna, will receive a special […]
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  • Mall of Asia Arena
  • Concert

    • Saturday Market X Future Market at Escolta

    Discover history and a different kind of shopping this coming Saturday! This coming Saturday July 18, break the long weekend boredom by dropping by Saturday Market X Future Market to be held on Escolta Street! The response of creative individuals to consumerism and mass production, the Saturday Market X Future Market is “a bazaar, garage sale, thrift shop, black market and meeting place. Artists, craft makers, designers and hoarders sell their wares: from artworks, limited edition or hand-made clothes, bags, jewelry, accessories, toys, zines, CDs, stickers, second-hand, vintage to unwanted things.” – perfect if you’re in the mood for a unique experience of buying unique purchases! Experience shopping in Manila […]
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  • Manila
  • Bazaar

    • Vanness Wu to Headline Levi’s Fashion Show in Manila

    – After a successful stint as a judge in Asia’s Got Talent, Vanness Wu is coming to the Philippines to headline the launch of Levi’s latest collection at Valkyrie Night Club on July 31, 2015. Wu is best known in the Philippines as one of the members of F4 turned boy band (later renamed as JVKY) in the hit Taiwanese series “Meteor Garden.” He continued his stellar career through his hit albums and various acting roles. The Asian superstar will rock the stage with an explosive performance during the fashion show where the trendiest jeans for women by Levi’s graces the runway. “Levi’s is super excited to welcome Vanness Wu […]
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  • Taguig
  • Art & Fashion Show

    • For the Kids and Kids at Heart! Umuulan ng Libro: Philippine Children’s Book Summit

    Credits to NBDB   This rainy season calls for a heavy downpour of books focusing on the young ones. On July 21, Umuulan ng Libro: Philippine Children’s Book Summit, a literary conference for authors, illustrators, publishers, teachers, librarians, and students is going to be held at The Elements at Centris. This is spearheaded by The National Book Development Board (NBDB) with the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY) aiming to further strengthen the children’s literature. Some of the topics to be covered at the event are children’s literature at school, adult readership for children’s books, Asian children’s book industry, and the local book and comic industry. Aside from […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Centris
  • Just For Kids
  • Summit & Conference

    • Jumpstart Your Freelance Writing Career

    Gone are the days when freelancing in the Philippines equate to unstable livelihood and unpredictable job prospects. Are you poised to take advantage of this rising opportunity? – – Learn more about the numerous possibilities that await freelancers in the workshop Jumpstart Your Freelance Writing Career on July 18, 2015, 1:00 to 6:00PM, at Fully Booked, Bonifacio Global City. Topics to be covered include practical tips on freelancing and writing story pitches. Budding freelancers will have a lot to learn from the organizer, Writer’s Block Philippines, which was founded by two corporate employees-turned-successful freelance writers, Ana P. Santos and Nikka Sarthou-Lainez. Santos is a regular columnist at Rappler and Working […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Workshops, Classes & Seminars

    • Chris Brown Takes the Stage in Manila This July

    Grammy award-winning musician and actor Chris Brown is set to take the stage on July 21 at the Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay. The concert will be part of his promotional tour for his sixth studio album entitled X, which was released on September 2014 by RCA Records. Brown first gained worldwide attention at age 16 with his debut single “Run It!”, his stellar career continued with other hits such as “Kiss Kiss”, “Forever”, and “With You” So far, the 26-year old American performer has amassed innumerable accolades over the years and has even captured a Grammy Award for Best R&B Album for his fourth studio album F.A.M.E during the […]
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  • Mall of Asia Arena
  • Concert

    • Game of Thrones’ Khal Drogo Conquers Manila!

    Photo Credit: Wendy Redfern via gettyimages – Winter is coming! Well, just not yet, but Khal Drogo is definitely coming! The former Game of Thrones actor Jason Momoa is set to take the stage in the Philippines for the AsiaPOP Comicon 2015 (APCC) to be held at World Trade Center on September 17-19. The American actor rose to mainstream fame when he took the role of the ever famous Dothraki warlord Khal Drogo for the hit series Game of Thrones. Momoa’s stellar stint continues as he is slated to play Aquaman in the upcoming film Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. Momoa will be joined by several personalities such as […]
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  • World Trade Center
  • Convention

    • The International Festival of Extraordinary Textiles

    Learn more about culture and world history in an unconventional but beautiful way! The International Festival of Extraordinary Textiles or FITE (Festival International des Textiles Extra Ordinaires) is in Manila today! – – From July 8 until September 12, 2015, FITE: Renaissance, a textile exhibit featuring the works of local and international artists alike will be available for viewing at the Metropolitan Museum of Manila. “Usually, we read about the history and culture of people through books, documentaries, or museums. The FITE is unique because it presents clothing as a means to know and understand others. Each textile, each article of clothing, has its own story to tell about a […]
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  • Manila
  • Metropolitan Museum of Manila
  • Festival

    • Nickelodeon Bikini Bottom Buddy Roundup

    – Nicklelodeon is inviting you to join in the fun at the upcoming Nickelodeon Bikini Bottom Buddy Roundup! on July 18, Saturday 2015 at SM Megamall, Mandaluyong that will give you a preview of the exciting things that will happen in Bikini Bottom. You mommies and daddies are invited, and don’t forget to bring your kids who’ll surely have an awesome time with the fun-filled activities that awaits them! The maze of activities will forge friendship and instill the value of teamwork amongst the kids. Tighten your belts as you get transported under the sea, with the Bikini Bottom photo wall where you can snap a photo with your kids […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • SM Megamall
  • Games, Contest & Tournament
  • Just For Kids

    • Sing and Dance Your Way: The J-Pop Anime Sing and Dance Contest!

    – Do have enough confidence and skill to win an all-expense paid trip to Japan? Try your luck at the 2015 J-Pop Anime Sing and Dance Contest! Organized by the Embassy of Japan, The Japan Foundation, Manila and the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) for the Philippines-Japan Friendship Month in July, Filipino amateur singers and dancers of all ages has the chance to win amazing prices including a trip to Japan for free! Mechanics: • Interested participants have the option to choose which category to join: the singing category or the dance category. • A solo or a group composed of a maximum of five members can participate inthe singing […]
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  • Mall Of Asia
  • Games, Contest & Tournament

    • MAFBEX 2015: Flooding the Filipino with Flavors

    – Everyone’s favorite culinary exhibition in the Metro is back! Organized by Comexposium and MAFBEX Events Management (MEM), a subsidiary of the leading events and exhibitions organizer Worldbex Services International, they bring you the Manila Foods and Beverages Expo 2015 on its ninth edition this year, to be held on July 22 – 26, at the World Trade Center Main Hall and East Wing Tent A at 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM in the evening. MAFBEX 2015 is sure to bring not just Filipino foodies but also those who miss the taste of their native homeland. The event will showcase a fusion of flavors, comfort food, foreign and heritage cuisine […]
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  • World Trade Center
  • Fair & Expo
  • Food & Beverage Event

    • Spend an Art-Filled Weekend at Eastwood City Art Market!

    – After its successful run last May, the Eastwood City Art Market at Eastwood Mall is back with more artwork and art installations. Catch the street murals and performers, the smell of oil and turpentine and the sound of chalk and paintbrushes at the Mall Open Park on June 27 – 28, a two-day festival following the mall hours 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM. The highlights on the first run of the market are the Portrait Sketching and Pastel Painting workshops conducted by prominent artist and celebrated Father of Philippine Art Workshop Fernando Sena. A platform for young and contemporary artists, the Eastwood City Art Market back in May featured […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Eastwood
  • Art & Fashion Show
  • Festival
  • Workshops, Classes & Seminars

    • Eiga Sai 2015

    Get your eyes, your minds, your hearts, and even, or in fact especially your stomachs ready for Eiga Sai 2015! – – Japan Foundation Manila is bringing the best that Japanese film and cuisine have to offer! Eiga Sai 2015, this year’s Japanese film festival, will be held from July 10 to 19 at the Shang Cineplex, Shangri-La Plaza. The two categories of the festival are Japanese Contemporary Films, which features movies from last year’s Tokyo International Film Festival, and Tasteful Japan, which sets forth award-winning documentaries and feature films that highlight Japanese gastronomy. – Japan Foundation Manila director, Shuji Takatori at the special press screening for Eiga Sai 2015 […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • Shangri-La Plaza
  • Film Festival

    • The 20th French Film Festival Goes to Cebu!

    . After being a toast of success in its unveiling in Manila, the 20th French Film Festival opens its doors once again, this time in Cebu! Hundreds are expected due to free admission, to be held at Ayala Center Cebu – Cinema 4 today and tomorrow, June 23 and 24 from 10:30 AM onwards! The ten acclaimed French films brought upon the screen are to be accompanied with English subtitles. Despite the language barriers, the insights on the importance of family, the quest for adventure, the timelessness of romance and the passing of comedy among others transcend cultures and guarantee the Filipino audience with an enjoyable time having their eyes […]
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  • Cebu
  • Film Festival

    • Fête de la Musique 2015: Be it! Live it!

    – #FDLM takes Manila by storm! It is the time of the year again wherein it is everyone’s cue to make music with the 21st Fête de la Musique! The main event to be held in Manila on June 21 and 22, spanning over the weekend on different places in the metro including the SKYPARK in SM Aura Premier Taguig, A-venue Open Parking Lot, Greenbelt 3 Park, and around 17 pocket stages in Makati, before capping off in the historical Intramuros! It would be the first time Fête de la Musique is celebrated as a two-day event, making it more accessible to any Francophile! Come join the party with the […]
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  • Makati
  • Taguig
  • Manila
  • Greenbelt
  • Intramuros
  • SM Aura
  • Concert

    • LiSA ~Another Great Day in Manila~: Await the Voice of An Angel

    – Are you ready to hear the voice of an angel, in this case, LiSA? To celebrate the Japan Music Festival, SOZO PTE LTD, together with local partner Cosplay.PH takes Manila by storm with LiSA ~Another Great Day in Manila~2015, to be held at the Samsung Hall, SM Aura Premier in Taguig City on June 27, 2015 with doors opening at 5:00 PM and the concert starting at 6:00 PM in the evening. Her first mini live and meet in the Philippines, LiSA is set to perform a special acoustic set for both her anime and Japanese pop rock fans. Offering a window for her admirers to extend an up-close and personal […]
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  • Taguig
  • Samsung Hall
  • Concert

    • Yoga for Peace: Art of Living’s Advocacy for Peace in Mindanao

    – The Art of Living extends their invitation to everyone to participate in their main event Yoga for Peace on June 21, 2015 to be held at the Art of Living Center, Antel 2000 Bldg., 121 Valero Street, Salcedo Village, Makati City from 3:00 PM-5:00 PM in the evening. The event is free of charge. – SPREADING THE PEACE. The Art of Living Philippines is an active proponent of peace and believes that it comes from within. – AN INNER SPACE. The Art of Living Philippines plans to host a group meditation event, planning to invite as many people as possible in their studio. – Yoga for Peace is in […]
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  • Makati
  • Salcedo Village
  • Workshops, Classes & Seminars

    • Dreams Do Come True! : 4th Brides and Beyond Bridal Fair

    Preparing to ring the bells and release the doves soon? Head over to the Rockwell Tent in Makati on June 27–28, 2015, Saturday and Sunday, from 11am to 9pm for the 4th Brides and Beyond Bridal Fair! In collaboration with Think Pink Events, Jason Magbanua, Make-Up by Madge and Team Pat Dy, the year’s most elegant wedding event is here to make your dream wedding come true! – – If you’re looking for the perfect dress or maybe you’re in a total rut and is in dire need of a fairy godmother, a.k.a. a wedding planner, this fair was made for you! With all the best people in the business […]
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  • Makati
  • Rockwell Tent
  • Fair & Expo

    • Kawaii Philippines Book Launch: More than Cute, It’s a COOL-ture!

    – Taking the Japanese term for cute, Kawaii Philippines is finally ready to unveil the product of their hard work, actions, dreams and beliefs on June 17. An overload of “cuteness”, the first Kawaii PH Book, Book One: Beyond the Cutest Dreams is born, meant to “empower more kawaii enthusiasts and dreamers to be more confident and open about their kawaii selves”. The brainchild of members and friends of the Kawaii Philippines team, it is the compilation of intangible experiences, stories and bond created throughout the years up to the current status of the organization today. They aim to expand the meaning of kawaii, by promoting it as a lifestyle […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • SM Megamall
  • Launching & Opening

    • TOYCON 2015: 14 Years of Pop Culture

    – Join the biggest pop-culture event of the country, and the longest running interests convention in Asia! TOYCON 2015 celebrates 14 years of games, comics, anime, hobbies and collectibles on June 19-21, 2015 at the SM Megatrade Halls 1, 2 and 3, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City, from 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM! Weeks prior, there was a grand launch for the event on May 30-31 at The Plaza at Newport Mall, made possible by Resorts World Manila. There, the World of DC and Collectors’ Exhibit and the World Cosplay Summit was unveiled, a series of panel discussions was held and prizes were given away. In this year’s TOYCON, an exhibit […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • SM Megamall
  • Convention
  • Just For Kids

    • RCBC Life and Style Expo: Be Smart and Live It Up

    – Are you living it up? Come and kickstart your June with RCBC’s Life and Style Expo on June 5, 6 and 7 at Midtown Atrium, Robinson’s Place Manila! Promoting “The Smarter Way to Live, it is a free-for-all event that cover all lifestyle concerns about beauty and fashion, career development, dining, fitness, financial management, wellness and even the latest banking technology. Have fun together with the family in the booths and interactive activities set to commence. Watch out for RCBC It Girls Georgina Wilson, Solenn Heussaff, Isabelle Daza and Liz Uy. Also, bear witness to the new set of faces to represent RCBC with the It Girls Next Generation. […]
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  • Manila
  • Fair & Expo

    • QUATRE PRIÈRES: A Humble Night of Music

    – Hark, the voices of the all-male choir Aleron, aptly named after the Latin term for the winged one, as they are out to take everyone to new heights with QUATRE PRIÈRES at the Ayala Museum on Sunday, June 14 at 8:00 in the evening. The highlight of the event is Francis Poulenc’s Quatre Petites Prières de Saint François d’Assise, a four-part work intended for the male choir, exhibiting the skills and versatility of each member. Poulenc’s work will be accompanied by other contemporary pieces of sacred music. Among them are the works from Josefino Chino Toledo and Robin Estrada, together from up-and-coming Filipino composers Gianpaolo Eleria and Raoul Carlo Angangco. […]
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  • Makati
  • Concert

    • French Film Festival: 20 Years of Promoting French and Local Cinema

    “This festival will be a festival of diversity and friendship,” said Ambassador Garachon. – – Now on its 20th year, the French Embassy will be celebrating the French Film Festival at the Greenbelt 3 cinemas, Makati and at the Bonifacio High Street cinemas, Taguig from June 3 to 9, 2015. “This is an age of [still] craziness but wisdom starts to appear,” remarked French Ambassador Gilles Garachon. “[Cinema] is an industry, but also an art. Cinema is [also] an art.” – HE GILLES GARACHON claims that living in the Philippines is more than about art – it’s about the people, too. – Experience this artistry at its finest with very […]
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  • Makati
  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Greenbelt
  • Film Festival