Just like that, we’re on the seventh month of the year. So don’t waste time on slumping this weekend because July already welcomed us with lots of events.
To see what we mean, simply scroll down to see the hottest parties, sales, bazaars, and more.
Music
#1 UNLEASHED 7
July 2, 5 p.m. onwards
SM Mall of Asia Open Grounds, SM Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City
For the seventh year in a row, UNLEASHED is set to make everyone dance all night with DJ Bourgeous headlining the show.
#2 Stay Strong, Play On
July 3, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Splice, Greenfield District, Mandaluyong City
Enjoy a night of music courtesy of Keiko Necesario, Danny Corsiga, and more at this fundraiser gig for a man’s open heart surgery.
Parties
#1 RIOT HOUSE
July 2, 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Compound 2, Sabio Street, Makati City
Witness Lustbass vs Lustbae, Flex, and Out of Scratch this Saturday at Black Market!
#2 Deep Dark Dirty
July 2, 11 p.m. to 1 a.m.
TIME in Manila, 7840 Makati Avenue, Makati City
Want to experience the beats of Bangkok-based DJ Sunju Hargun? See him perform this Saturday at TIME in Manila.
#3 The Sunday Social
July 3, 3 p.m. onwards
The Palace Pool Club, 9th Avenue corner 36th Street, Uptown Bonifacio, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Not up to party at night? Then The Sunday Social is perfect for you! Experience an afternoon party at The Palace and witness DJ Yasmin perform.
Art
#1 Lui Medina, Angel Ulama, Julius Redillas at Artinformal
July 1 to 31
Artinformal, 277 Connecticut Street, Greenhills East, Mandaluyong City
See the various works of three talented artists at this month-long exhibit.
#2 “Perimeter Offense” by Joseph Tecson and Urban Stasis by Jose Luis Singson
July 2, 6 p.m.
1335MABINI, 2/F Casa Tesoro Building, 1335 Mabini Street, Ermita, Manila
Be part of the opening of Joseph Tecson and Jose Luis Singson’s latest exhibits at 1335MABINI.
#3 Luis Antonio Santos: Binary
July 2, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
MO_Space, 9th Avenue, Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Check out artist Luis Antonio Santos’ black-and-white exhibit which features the relationship of painting with print and photography.
#4 “Giants Among the Trees” solo exhibit
July 2, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Village Art Gallery, Home Zone, Alabang Town Center, Ayala Alabang, Muntinlupa
Be part of the opening of Ronante Maratas’ second solo exhibit which features nine of his latest oil paintings.
Spoken word
#1 SINNER/S
July 1, 7 p.m. onwards
Habitual Coffee, 2135 Chino Roces Avenue, 1231 Makati City
A cup of coffee and spoken word poetry is probably the best combination you could ever have. Invite some friends and hear some heart-wrenching poetry after work tonight.
Fashion
#1 Capsule by Cura V
July 1 to 3, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Edades Function Room, 3/F Edades Tower, Amorsolo Drive, Rockwell Center, Makati City
Are you looking for something to add to your wardrobe this weekend? Head over at Capsule by Cura V for a trunk show featuring designers Mark Bumgarner, Patty Ang, Gian Romano, Rhett Eala, and more.
Film
#1 Sakaling Hindi Makarating screening
July 2, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Pineapple Lab, 6071 R. Palma Street, Makati City
Here’s your chance to see this award-winning indie film. Don’t forget to bring your friends to watch with you, as well as a box of tissues.
Fitness
#1 Run GNC
July 3, 3 a.m. onwards
SM Mall of Asia, SM Central Business Park, Pasay City
Go have a good run at Run GNC’s marathon this year. A portion of the proceeds will also go to the Cancer Warriors Foundation.
Sales
#1 SM Megamall End of Season Sale
July 1 to 10
SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City
Don’t miss out on some good pieces of clothing with up to 70 percent slashed from their price tags.
#2 Fully Booked BGC Atrium Sale
July 1 to 31
Fully Booked, B6 Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Get books for as low as P50 at this month-long sale. Hurry and make sure you have lots of room on your bookshelf.
Bazaars
#1 16th Global Pinoy Bazaar
July 1 to July 3, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Glorietta Activity Center, G/F Glorietta Mall, Ayala Center, Makati City
Great local finds and deals from local brands like SHIQ Bags and more await you this weekend at the 16th Global Pinoy Bazaar.
#2 Styles & Bites
July 1 to 3, 12 n.n. to 10 p.m.
SMX Convention Center, Seashell Lane, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City
Browse through an array of good food and fashion while listening to live musical performances by JP Palanca, Miguel Luis Naval, and more.
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