Do you hear that? It’s the sound of Christmas songs surrounding your nearest mall. Let’s not forget that they’re starting to set up lights and lanterns everywhere now.
As we count down to the last few weeks before Christmas, we’ve listed events that range from nostalgic concerts to bazaars for your abundant gift-shopping.
Music
TLC & SWV Live in Manila 2016
Nov. 6, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Smart Araneta Coliseum, General Roxas Avenue, Cubao, Quezon City
Remember when you were singing “No Scrubs” and “Weak” nonstop? Relive those days at TLC and SWV’s concert here in Manila. Grab your tickets now before they run out at the last minute!
Neighborhood Nights: The Pineapple Jam v.4
Nov. 6, 8 p.m. to 12 m.n.
Pineapple Lab, 6071 R. Palma Street, Makati City
If you’re looking for a night of singing your favorite songs with your friends and some drinks, then join Pineapple Lab’s monthly jam session.
Parties
The Wildlife Presents: Lick at XX XX
Nov. 4, 10 p.m. onwards
XX XX, 20a-20b La Fuerza Plaza 1, 2241 Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City
No Friday is complete without a party. Head over to XX XX and immerse in the beats of DJs Kevin Ruiz, Saninja, Spak, and Beach Please.
Energy Flash at XX XX
Nov. 5, 10 p.m. onwards
XX XX, 20a-20b La Fuerza Plaza 1, 2241 Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City
The parties at XX XX don’t stop just yet. Once you’ve regained your energy from the night before, then ready yourself as DJs Samantha Nicole, Bins, and Bruder takes the deck this time.
Art
Art Market – Christmas Edition
Nov. 5 to 6, 12 n.n. To 7 p.m.
Art in Island Museum, 15th Avenue, Quezon City
Support young local artists and buy their works at this two-day art bazaar.
Kanade Yagi: The Sculptor is a Medium
Nov. 5 to 9, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
ARTERY, 102 P. Tuazon Boulevard, Cubao, Quezon City
In this exhibit, Japanese visual artist Kanade Yagi will portray her impression of local sculptor Guillermo Tolentino’s works using photographs.
Food
Nbfe2016: The Grand Taste Test
Nov. 4, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Mercato Centrale, 7th corner 25th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Here’s an interesting way to end your Friday: Get the chance to sample 30 dishes of aspiring food entrepreneurs, and vote which one’s the best. You only need to pay P180 to participate in this yummy experience.
TLC Festival 2016
Nov. 5, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global Street, Taguig City
Catch your favorite food personalities like Daniel Churchill, Hayden Quinn, Janet Hsieh, and Buddy “Cake Boss” Valastro at this all-day festival. This is also your chance to try out different foods from the booths there―maybe even the food made by the special guests.
Bazaars
Filipinaz Art and Fashion Fair
Nov. 4 to 6, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
SMX Convention Center, SM Aura Premier, 26th Street corner McKinley Parkway, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Complete your yuletide stash and help out Zonta Club of Makati & Environs’ many advocacies. All the proceeds from this bazaar will be used to support psychological care for sexually abused children, provide violence prevention education to women, and so much more.
Trendsetter’s Bazaar / Travel Sale Expo
Nov. 4 to 6, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
World Trade Center, WTCMM Building, Gil Puyat Avenue Extension corner Diosdado Macapagal Boulevard, Pasay City
Expo Mom Holiday 2016
Nov. 4 to 6, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Glorietta Activity Center, Ayala Avenue, Makati Central Business District, Makati City
Find all your mommy needs from brands like Urban Essentials, Nurture Nook, and more at this bazaar. You can even do some holiday shopping for your kids and friends who are also moms.
Store Openings
NYX SM Megamall
Nov. 5, 10 a.m.
2/L SM Megamall A, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City
A new NYX store is opening in SM Megamall and they’re giving away goodies to the first 200 customers. You don’t want to skip this!
Workshops
Fountain Pen Day Philippines 2016
Nov. 5 to 6, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
SM Aura Premier, 26th Street corner McKinley Parkway, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
For the artsy people out there, here’s your chance to learn calligraphy from Fozzy Dayrit, Lorraine Nepomuceno, and Imma Frias. You can even shop for your own fountain pen to use for work and even to handwrite party invitations.
Featured image courtesy of Zululand Observer
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