17 Ways To Spend Mother’s Day Weekend

Not only is it finally Friday, but a huge plus is that it’s a long weekend too! Since it’s best to stay in the metro to cast our votes on Monday, we put together a list of events to keep you busy all weekend without having to drive too far. Go hit up the hottest party, take a yoga class, shop at the art sale and many more.

Whatever your cup of tea, we’re pretty sure you’ll find someplace to be. Just scroll through the list below!

Parties
#1 The Drop X Youngblood
May 6, 10 p.m. onwards
Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Compound 2, Sabio Street, Makati City

Issa Ramos, Roy De Borja, Arthur Tan, Brandon Jon, and many other performers are set to keep it trill tonight.

#2 Wow, Ganda! Again!
May 6, 9 p.m. onwards
Route 196 Bar, 196-A Katipunan Avenue Extension, Blue Ridge A, Quezon City

You wouldn’t wanna miss out on performances by CRWN, Cheats, Jess Connelly, She’s Only Sixteen, and more while drinking the night away.

#3 Kids These Days X Oh No
May 6, 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Today X Future, General Malvar St., Araneta Center, Cubao, Quezon City

Chill to beats by Joey Santos, Ms. Mafia, Bruce Alrighty, and Paperboiz.

#4 The After Affair
May 6, 9 p.m. onwards
M Cafe, Dela Rosa Street, Makati City

DJs Nikita Del Rosario, Paul Caranto, and Mikeyreefer are up on deck to give you the freshest beats this Friday night.

#5 Cruzin
May 7, 8 p.m. onwards
Checkpoint Rock Bar, Metro Star Mall, Aguirre Avenue, BF Homes, Parañaque City

For the benefit of Alfred Cruz who’s currently recovering from a brainstem stroke, enjoy music by Tom’s Story, Reese Lansangan, Jensen and The Flips, and other local acts.

Shopping
#1 Vintage Eyewear by Retrospects Trunk Show
May 6, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Signet, Unit 102 C Windsor Tower, 163 Legazpi Street, Legazpi Village, Makati

From over 50 American and European 20th century manufacturers, Retrospects is showcasing some of their coolest collections yet.

#2 Art Sale
May 6, 4 p.m. onwards
Merkanto, International Street Food Fair, 38 Mayaman Street, UP Village, Diliman, Quezon City

Shop from pre-loved art tools, books, magazines, and works by Abbey Sy, Alessa Lanot, and Tippy Go.

Literature
#1 Free Comic Book Day
May 7, 10 a.m.
Fully Booked, Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

Thanks to comic books suppliers around the world, you can now grab your favorite ones for free! Our inner geek is definitely freaking out.

#2 Dear Distance by Luis Katigback launch
May 7, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Blanc Gallery, 145 Katipunan Avenue, St. Ignatius Village, Quezon City

Take part in celebrating the launch of Luis Katigbak’s newest book Dear Distance, and also pay tribute to his life as a writer.

Workshops
#1 Artist Talk with Neil Doloricon and Jose Tence Ruiz
May 7, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Lopez Museum and Library, G/F Benpres Building, Exchange Road corner Meralco Avenue, Ortigas, Pasig City

For only P135, dive into the world of art with renowned artists Neil Doloricon and Jose Tence Ruiz.

#2 First Draft: Spoken Word Workshop
May 7, 10 a.m onwards
Bahay Ng Sining, Molina Street, Marikina City

With the help of spoken word artists, see how you’ll be able to piece together your words in time for the recital in June.

Fitness
#1 Fit Fest Pilipinas
May 8, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Mandala Park, 312 Shaw Boulevard, Mandaluyong City

Watch the best athletes and coaches show off their fitness A-game this weekend. Participating groups include CrossFit MNL, 360 Fitness Club, Alpha Strike, and more.

#2 Yoga In the Park
May 6, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Capitol Commons, Meralco Avenue corner Shaw Boulevard, Pasig City

Attend this free outdoor yoga class organized by Urban Ashram Yoga every Friday beginning tonight! If you don’t have a mat, you can rent one for P50.

#3 Life Yoga Pool Party
May 7, 10 a.m. onwards
The Palace Pool Club, 9th Avenue corner 36th Street, Uptown, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

Get fit with Ryan Camarillo as he teaches the Warrior Flow class that integrates dance, unity, and power.

Competitions
#1 Geek Fight: Politics and Power
May 6, 9 p.m. onwards
Splice Resto Bar, Greenfield District, Mandaluyong City

Team up with friends and geek out over drinks and a fun debate on politics and power.

Art
#1 Binding
May 7, 1 p.m. onwards
Blanc Gallery, Katipunan Avenue, St. Ignatius Village, Quezon City

Take part in this open forum about ‘zines with artists Mica Agregado, Vic Balanon, Yasmin Sison, Josel Nicolas, and Lena Cobangbang.

Pets
#1 The Great Shih Tzu Walk 
May 7, 4 p.m. onwards
Bonifacio High Street Activity Center, Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

Exciting activities and prizes await you and your pet shih tzu!

 

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