Now that the dreadful summer heat is among us, we find ourselves daydreaming of being whisked away to a place with a colder climate, or heading to a beautiful beach for a quick dip. But let’s face it, not everybody can just book a flight to God-knows-where in a second. So, we #TeamPreenPH rounded up a long list of events to help keep your chill this weekend. Find yourself getting cultured at the latest art gallery, partying hard at an upcoming concert, or even feasting on grub at the weekend bazaar.
Music
#1 5 Seconds of Summer Live
March 12, 7 p.m. onwards
SM Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City
Get tickets to see the band that brought us songs like “She Looks So Perfect” and “Amnesia” perform live at the MOA Arena this Saturday. Just be prepared for a lot of screaming teenagers. (And probably you when you get carried away)
#2 Unplugged
March 12, 6 p.m. onwards
Track 30th, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Chow down while listening to music by BP Valenzuela and CRWN at DLSU-Business Management Society’s fundraising event for their beneficiary, Mano Amiga.
Book Signing
#1 MOVE ON WALANG FOREVER Book Signing
March 12, 12 n.n. to 5 p.m.
Activity Center, Fairview Terraces, Quezon City
Things just got a lot sweeter for the bitter singles out there! Get your books signed by Marcelo Santos III this Saturday.
Expos
#1 Australian Education Expo
March 12, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Dusit Thani Hotel, Ayala Center, Makati City
If you’ve ever thought about pursuing further studies in Australia, this expo is just the one for you. Plus, the registration and processing is free!
#2 Campus ID Study Expo
March 12, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Makati Shangri-La, Ayala Avenue cor. Makati Avenue, Makati City
Studying abroad has always been a dream to many. See how you can make it a reality by checking out this study expo, and you might just be in the next plane to New Zealand.
#3 Interior Design Manila
March 11, 11 a.m. onwards
SMX Convention Center, Pasay City
Get inspiration from Interior Design Manila’s recent exhibit featuring talks on unique concepts and ideas on designing the modern home by 10 selected professional interior designers.
Art
#1 Images of the Past, Thus Spoke Inconoclast, Diokno Pasilan
March 12, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The Drawing Room (Contemporary Art), G/F Building C, Karrivin Plaza, Chino Roces Avenue Extension, Makati City
See how Diokno Pasilan translates modern day photos and videos into a beautiful painting series.
#2 Blank Canvas
March 11, 8 p.m. onwards
A Space, 110 Legazpi Street, Makati City
There’s nothing more refreshing than watching young artists bring a blank canvas to life. Curated by Andelino Marzan, this is a must-see!
Parties
#1 Unknown.Night
March 12, 10 p.m. onwards
Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Compound 2, Sabio Street, Makati City
Move over, Riot House! UNKNWN is taking over Black Market for the night with the help of international star Trus’Me and local acts Tarsius, Marco Mei, Katsu, Badkiss, and Mulan. Better get your dancing shoes ready!
#2 Home Run Fridays
March 11, 10 p.m. onwards
Unit 27 Bar + Cafe, Icon Plaza, 26th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
Hopefully, you won’t be striking out too early this Friday night, and miss party music by DJs Jazzy Jesus and Jay Ruu.
#3 Panty Monsters Xtravaganza Eleganza
March 11, 10 p.m. onwards
Today x Future, General Malvar Street, Araneta Center, Cubao, Quezon City
In lieu of Rupaul’s Drag Race Season 8, lip sync for your lives to music by DJs A$$, Bortang Mike Lavet, and Queen Brigette Olga Ng Ingglatera.
#4 The Rest Is Noise 10 x 11 First Anniversary
March 12, 8:30 p.m. onwards
Route 196 Bar, 196-A Katipunan Avenue Extension, Blue Ridge A, Quezon City
Head up north for the first night of The Rest is Noise’s week-long party. Performers for this Saturday include Reese Lansangan, Autotelic, Ang Bandang Shirley, Curtissmith, and many others.
Film
#1 Honor Thy Father Screening
Mar. 12, 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
A Space, 110 Legazpi Street, Makati City
Honor Thy Father is the type of movie you won’t ever get tired of watching. Screen it for the second, third or even fourth time at A Space, and even bring a friend who has never seen the film before.
#2 Sleepless Screening
March 12, 7 p.m.
Pineapple Lab, 6071 R. Palma Street, Poblacion, Makati City
Catch this multi-awarded film starring Glaiza De Castro and Dominic Rocco who play insomniac call-center agents fighting loneliness together.
Workshops
#1 Future Proof Series: Building a High Performance Team
Mar. 12, 10 a.m. to 12n.n.
26th Street Bistro by The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf
Beyond anything, a good team is the backbone of any business. Learn how to future-proof your business with the help of guest speakers Michael Baker and Derek Webster at this workshop.
#2 Crowdfunding Essentials Workshop
March 12, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Microsoft Office, Makati Avenue corner Ayala Avenue, Makati City
Thanks to this workshop by The Spark Project, starting out as a young entrepreneur won’t be as daunting.
Sports
#1 UAAP Season 78 Baseball Finals
March 11, 12 n.n.
Rizal Memorial Baseball Stadium, Manila City
Relive the good old #OBF days as the Ateneo Blue Batters take on the DLSU Baseball Team for the finals.
Spoken Word
#1 Set Us On Fire
March 11, 8 p.m. onwards
Splice Resto Bar, Greenfield District, Mandaluyong City
Perform your own spoken word and listen to poets Louise Meets, Abby Orbeta, M Manese, Juan Miguel Severo, Roch Lazarte, and Zuela Herrera.