Gen Z adulting in the Philippines still includes familiar goals like financial security, health, meaningful work, and homeownership. However, young Filipinos are taking a different path toward reaching them.
“LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines” returns for Season 2 on October 30, 2026. Vice Ganda hosts a new group of 10 comedians, including Ethel Booba, Epy Quizon, Long Mejia, Candy Pangilinan, Esnyr, and James Caraan.
The Clark International Festival of Speed 2026 returns to Clark International Speedway from October 16 to 18, bringing three days…
Philippine Lifestyle Sourcing Expo 2026 runs at SMX Convention Center Manila from October 8 to 10, bringing fashion, sports, lifestyle, and e-commerce suppliers together with retailers, brands, and trade buyers.
Filipino short film “KABABATA: The Way We Became” won the Best Director award at the 17th Ahmedabad International Film Festival in India. The 2026 festival received more than 4,700 entries from 150 countries.
Japanese yakitori chain TORIKIZOKU will open its first Philippine restaurant at Serendra in BGC on October 12, 2026. The Osaka-born chain has more than 600 restaurants in Japan and is known for grilled chicken skewers and casual group dining.
Charlie Lim returns to Manila after seven years for a DAYDREAM vinyl listening and live session at ANALOG MNL on October 11. Clara Benin and Young Cocoa join the show, while a new version of “One Day I’ll Learn” featuring Young Cocoa arrives October 7.
GMA FanVerse heads to SM North EDSA on October 10, 2026, for an interactive event featuring Kapuso stars from All-Out Sundays, TiktoClock, and Trggrd. The program starts at 1 p.m. at the Annex Atrium, Level 4.
Heart Evangelista ranked as the top celebrity voice at New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2027, generating $7.6 million in Media Impact Value. She finished ahead of Paris Hilton and Jung Hae-in and ranked third among all NYFW voices.
The Ube-Matcha Meetup is coming to SMDC Light Mall in Mandaluyong from October 14 to 17, 2026. The four-day food bazaar will bring together ube treats, matcha drinks, desserts, and other takes on the two popular flavors.
UST Museum is offering free admission from October 5 to 28, 2026, for Museums and Galleries Month. The Manila museum holds natural history, art, religious, archaeological, and ethnographic collections inside the historic UST Main Building.
Looking for Filipino breakfast in Metro Manila? These restaurants serve tapsilog, longganisa, tocino, bangus, adobo flakes, pandesal, and other local morning dishes across Manila, Makati, Quezon City, and Marikina.
PELÍCULA>PELIKULA marks its 25th edition from October 4 to 11, 2026, with 23 free films from Spain, Latin America, and the Philippines. Screenings take place at Instituto Cervantes in Intramuros and Power Plant Cinema 2 in Makati.
Secondhand Serenade, apl.de.ap, Iyaz, KZ Tandingan, TJ Monterde, and Dionela will perform at the 9RACE Music Festival at Smart Araneta Coliseum on October 4, 2026. The show marks IAM Worldwide’s ninth anniversary and is presented by Wilbros Live.
RAMONA turns heartbreak into self-respect on “Manloloko,” a new pop-punk single about breaking unhealthy relationship cycles, knowing your worth, and choosing yourself.
Ballet Manila brings Ibong Adarna back to Quezon City for two shows at Hyundai Hall, Areté, on October 9 and 10. Here are the cast, schedule, venue, and ticket details.
British pop group Blue is bringing its 25th Anniversary Tour to the Philippines in January 2027, with shows in Manila, Davao, and Cebu. Tickets go on sale October 10 through TicketNet and Ticketmelon.
Marj Ostani and Camp Coco bring poetry, writing, conversation, and shared meals together for “I Came Home and Was Starving,” a World Mental Health Day gathering happening October 10 at The Podium in Ortigas.
Lil Nas X returns with “World’s Greatest,” a deeply personal new single about resilience, self-belief, and moving forward. Its Atlanta-shot music video connects Montero’s childhood and present while honoring his late mother.
Eraserheads: Combo On The Run director Maria Diane Ventura has won Best International Director at New York’s 2026 LIMEHOF Music Documentary Film Festival, adding another international honor to the Filipino documentary.
Nadine Lustre turns a decade of heartbreak, mistakes and self-discovery into “10YRS,” an introspective new single about acceptance, healing and embracing who she has become.
Barbie Almalbis and Kitchie Nadal reunite for CROSSFADE, an intimate two-billed concert happening October 11, 2026, in Mandaluyong City. Expect career favorites, newer releases, and a special opening set from bloo!.
“Mono No Aware” led the Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival 2026 with nine awards, including Best Film, Best Director for BC Amparado, and Best Actor for Juan Karlos Labajo. Festival screenings continue through October 4.
Raymond Gorospe will hold his first major solo concert, “My Story, My Music,” at the Celebrity Club Ballroom in Quezon City on October 2. Tickets range from ₱1,000 to ₱5,000, with Ima Castro, Beverly Salviejo, Isha Ponti, and other guests joining the show.
Savoy Hotel Manila has been named Asia’s Leading Airport Hotel 2026 at the World Travel Awards. The Newport City property also won Philippines’ Leading Airport Hotel for the sixth straight year.
Gateway Art Fair 2026 runs at Gateway Mall 2 in Quezon City from October 1 to 4, bringing together more than 200 Filipino artists and art groups. Admission is free, with workshops, talks, awards, and installations also scheduled during the four-day event.
The FAMAS Awards 2026 has released its full nominee list ahead of the October 27 ceremony at The Manila Hotel. Quezon and In Thy Name lead with 12 nominations each, followed by Sunshine with eight.
Alden Richards, Michelle Dee, Max Collins, Francine Diaz, Marina Summers and more stars hit the runway at Bench Fashion Week Holiday 2026, held September 26 and 27 at One Ayala in Makati.
Post Malone’s September 29, 2026 concert at the Philippine Arena has been postponed. No replacement date has been announced, while ticket holders can request refunds through SM Tickets.
