Christmas is fast approaching and we can already smell the festivities. Who else can’t wait to eat hearty food during noche buena? And to give and get gifts? But before we do all that, we have to wait for this weekend to end.
We rounded up a few events you can attend to keep you busy and make it feel like the days are just zooming by. Christmas will feel even closer than you think, trust us.
Music
Common Ground
Dec. 17, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
FRANK & DEAN, Burgos Park, Forbes Town Road corner 26th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Have a coffee and listen to the acoustic sounds of Miguel Escueta, Leanne and Naara, Dane Hipolito, and more.
Parties
DallasK at CHAOS Nightclub
Dec. 16, 10 p.m. onwards
CHAOS Nightclub, City of Dreams Manila, Aseana Avenue corner Entertainment City, Parañaque City
Your Friday just got better as American DJ DallasK will get everyone dancing. DJ MVRXX & Khai will also be there to keep the night going while you enjoy some drinks.
The Drop x The Block
Dec. 16, 10 p.m. onwards
Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Compound 2, Sabio Street, Makati City
For this edition of The Drop, DJs Koura Kutsuma, Supmerman, Jeano Zamora, and more will be taking the deck. So go gather your friends for this wild night.
Art
Art Market – Christmas Edition
Dec. 17 to 18, 12 n.n. to 8 p.m.
Art In Island, 175 5th Avenue, Cubao, Quezon City
Here’s your chance to shop for your artsy friends’ gifts. Art Market features a variety of works from young local artists, so make sure to check them out.
Outer Limits and Stripewalkers
Dec. 17, 6 p.m. to 12 m.n.
Secret Fresh, G/F RONAC Art Center, Ortigas Avenue, Greenhills, San Juan
See the whimsical paintings and toys created by artists Kathie Olivas, Brandt Peters, and Sam Penaso at these exhibits.
Theater
50 Shades! The Musical Parody
Dec. 16 to 17, 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.
The Music Museum, Level-C, Shoppesville Arcade, Greenhills, San Juan
The hit play based on E.L. James’ novel is back for one weekend only. So grab your tickets to see the next three shows until Saturday. Oh, and expect a lot of laughs and in-your-face sexy scenes.
Workshops
Lifestyle and Property Fair
Dec. 17, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Event Center, 5/F Century City Mall, Kalayaan Avenue corner Salamanca Street, Makati City
Learn more about investing on properties, health, lifestyle, and staycations at this afternoon event. You can also get the chance to win in their raffle!
Bazaars
Wow, Ganda! Ukay Ganda!
Dec. 17 to 18, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Cup Fiction, 141 White Plains, Katipunan Avenue, Quezon City
Find preloved clothes, vinyl records, and more at this garage sale. You can also grab coffee and food from Cup Fiction, and jam to crwn, Curtismith, Pillowtalk, and so much more.
Sales
Benefit 5th Birthday Sale
Dec. 16 to 18, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Benefit Cosmetics, 2/L Bridgeway, SM Megamall, EDSA corner Julia Vargas Avenue, Mandaluyong City
Grab all your favorite Benefit products for 20 percent off in celebration of their fifth birthday.
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