This Halloween, Party Like You’re in ‘The Great Gatsby’

Who says we can’t have some fun during Halloween? It may still be on Monday, but a long weekend is looming so might as well plot all the costume parties we can find. And no, you won’t find an abundance of candy bars here.

Keep scrolling to see where you’ll find yourself this Halloween weekend. We’re telling you right now to prepare your costumes for this.

Parties

Jose Cuervo Day of the Dead
Oct. 28, 8 p.m. onwards
The Eye, 4/F Green Sun, Chino Roces Extension, Makati City

DJs Brian Cua, Katsy Dee, Spectrum K, and more will take over Green Sun for Jose Cuervo’s Day of the Dead party. If you want to join in on the fun, you can still reserve tickets here.

The Drop X The Block “Pre-Halloween Party”
Oct. 28, 10 p.m. onwards
Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Compound 2, Sabio Street, Makati City

Already have your costume ready? Or at least your Halloween makeup? If yes, then head to Black Market for drinks and music by DJs Chad Umali, John Sedano, Jeano Zamora, and more.

Canvas Turns 1
Oct. 29 and 30, 6 p.m. onwards
Canvas Boutique Hotel, North Road, Puerto Princesa, Palawan

For those who are jetting off to Palawan this long weekend, stop by the Canvas Boutique Hotel’s anniversary bash. There’ll be drinks and beats by DJs Toni B, Paolo Mallari, Rocky Deleste, and other local artists.

Today x Future Halloween 2016
Oct. 29, 7 p.m. onwards
Today x Future. 7-T Gen. Malvar Street, Araneta Center, Cubao, Quezon City

Come as your favorite film or TV character at Today x Future’s Halloween bash. DJs DMAPS, Major Chie, Samantha Nicole, and more will also provide the beats for the whole evening.

The Penthouse of Terror
Oct. 29, 8 p.m. onwards
The Penthouse 8747, Lepanto Building, Paseo de Roxas Street, Makati City

Experience a party like no other as Penthouse 8747 is set to bring an eerie party this weekend. Just come in your best scary costume and party the night away with DJs Callum David, Nina, Migs Santillan, and Brenz. Prizes will also be given to the best dressed!

The Roaring 20’s
Oct. 29, 9 p.m. onwards
ABV, B/F 22 Jupiter Street corner Galaxy Street, Bel-Air, Makati City

Celebrate Halloween in style with ABV’s 1920’s-inspired party. Channel your best Great Gatsby character or any flapper era icon and enjoy free unlimited prosecco all night.

Bazaars

Manila Sundance Bazaar
Oct. 28 to 30, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
World Trade Convention Center, 2/F WTCMM Building, Gil Puyat Avenue Extension corner Diosdado Macapagal Boulevard, Pasay City

Need to find clothes and more stuff to use during the long weekend? Then stop by this bazaar. It’ll only cost you just P100 to get in!

Gypsy Central
Oct. 28, 9 p.m. to 12 m.n.
The Belle & Dragon, 100 Carlos Palanca Street, Legazpi Village, Makati City

Do some retail therapy after work and browse through local brands like Sirena Swimwear and New Age Gypsy. Do all of this while dancing to Miss Badkiss’ music, grab some food, and even get your fortunes told. Don’t forget to wear your best costume!

Fitness

Nightmare Run at SM By the Bay
Oct. 30, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
SM by the Bay, Seaside Boulevard, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City

Get ready to run with zombies trailing behind you at this nighttime event!

Color Manila Costume Run 2016
Oct. 29, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Filinvest City, Alabang, Muntinlupa City

Think you can run while wearing your best costume? Go find out by joining Color Manila’s run tomorrow!

Art

Allegory: A group exhibit
Oct. 29, 6 p.m. to 12 m.n.
Art Underground, Balagtas Street, Mandaluyong City

Eleven young artists attempt to portray Filipino folklore in a modern setting in this exhibit.

Food

Whisky Live
Oct. 28 to 29, 5 p.m. to 12 m.n.
Shangri-La at the Fort, 30th Street corner 5th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

Here’s an excuse to get a drink after work. Try out the best whisky and fine spirits in the world at this event.

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
Oct. 29, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Spiral, Sofitel Philippine Plaza Hotel, CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City

Get the chance to learn about every type of wine in this all-day affair at Sofitel. The class fee is a hefty P16,000, but hey, you can’t put a price on an experience like this.

 

Featured image screengrabbed from The Great Gatsby

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