Whether you’re a music buff, an art aficionado, or a foodie, you know there’s an event that fits your personality. So you basically have no excuse to laze around and waste time watching the tenth season of your favorite TV series…for the nth time.
But if you need more convincing, we’ve got 12 events that’s sure to peak your interest.
Music
Deadication
Aug. 19, 7 p.m. to 12 m.n.
Warehouse Eight, 2241 Chino Roces Avenue, Warehouse 8-B, Makati City
Have a chill Friday night at this audio-visual art showcase featuring performances from No Rome, BP Valenzuela, Moon Mask, and many more. Entrance is only P200 and comes with a free drink!
The Chainsmokers Live in Manila
Aug. 19, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Mall of Asia Arena, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City
The Chainsmokers is back in Manila and ready to blast their hits “Roses” and “Don’t Let Me Down” for everyone.
Parties
The Good Stuff
Aug. 19, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Chotto Matte, G/F Net Park Building, 28th Street corner 5th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Japan-based DJ Freebase is set to bring the party at Chotto Matte tonight. So grab your friends and enjoy some drinks for a fun end of the work week.
The Common Ground Music Fest – DJ Stage
August 20, 4 p.m. to 12 m.n.
Tropic Frank, Burgos Park, Forbestown Center, Forbestown Road corner 26th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Start the party early at The Common Ground Music Fest’s DJ Stage featuring Arms Akimbo, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Javi Vargas, and more.
The Blindside // Alinep // Samantha Nicole at XX XX
Aug. 20, 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.
XX XX, 20a-20b La Fuerza Plaza 1, 2241 Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City
Let DJs The Blindside, Alinep, and Samantha Nicole make you dance the night away with their lively and infectious beats.
No Pressure at Supremo
Aug. 20, 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Supremo Grill, G/F Patriarch Building, 2224 Chino Roces Avenue corner Don Bosco Street, Makati City
You don’t want to miss P100 cocktails at this fun weekend party. DJs Pao Jaramillo and Migs Santillan will also be there to bring the beats.
Hydro Manila Pre-party
Aug. 20, 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Chaos Manila, City of Dreams Manila, Asean Avenue corner Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City
Hype yourself up for Hydro Manila at their pre-party featuring DJs Steal, Aryan, and Franco Zarate.
Art
My World in Four Corners
Aug. 20, 6 p.m. to 12 m.n.
Art Underground, 814 Balagtas Street, Barangay Addition Hills, Mandaluyong City
Check out Marc Aran Reyes’ second solo exhibit which shows his post-modern approach on his works.
Spoken Word
Friday Open Mic
Aug. 19, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Satinka Naturals, 1137 Kamagong Street corner Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City
Grab a bite to eat while listening to poets perform their best spoken word pieces in this open mic night.
Dance
Firebird and Other Ballets
Aug. 19 to 21, 2 p.m., 6p.m., and 8 p.m.
CCP Main Theater, Cultural Center of the Philippines, CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard, Manila
Witness Ballet Philippines’ latest showcase this weekend which features a rendition of the Russian folklore, Firebird set in the Philippine setting. Other ballet performances include Nenelehdej, Moving Two, and Shifting Wait.
Food
Il Sapore d’Agosto: Diciannove Anni (A Taste of August: 19 years)
Aug. 20, 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Ascott, 5th Avenue corner 28th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
To celebrate Cibo’s 19th anniversary, chef Margarita Forés will be hosting two cooking classe featuring the restaurant’s bestsellers. The first one will be this Saturday where you’ll learn how to make Spaghettini alla Russa, Penne dela Terra, and other yummy dishes.
Fashion
Roof Deck Sale
Aug. 20 to 21, 12 n.n. to 5 p.m.
Z Hostel, 5660 Don Pedro Street, Makati City
Stop by Z Hostel this weekend to find pre-loved fashion goods while enjoying food from Yalla Yalla Express.
Featured image courtesy of Ballet Philippines’ Facebook page
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