Franco-Belgian cellist Camille Thomas joins the Manila Symphony Orchestra on October 22 for Tchaikovsky, the world premiere of Ryan Cayabyab’s Pasasalamat, and Fauré’s Requiem.
Design Week Philippines 2026 continues in Pasay until October 18, with LEGO robotics, pottery, upcycled crafts, basket weaving, and art workshops for children and adults.
ManilART ’26 opens at SMX Aura on October 14 with more than 600 artists and over 30 galleries. The public can visit from October 15 to 18, with general admission priced at ₱300.
TikTok has launched its first Southeast Asia Awards, with 32 Filipino creators competing across 11 categories. Philippine voting runs from October 12 to 26 before country representatives move on to the regional awards in Bali.
National Book Store opens what it calls the Philippines’ first 24/7 book vending machine at NBS Park in Mandaluyong on October 12, giving readers round-the-clock access to a selection of trending titles.
Singaporean singer Iman Fandi releases her debut independent EP Afterglow, bringing together pop and R&B with themes of confidence, growth, ambition, and self-worth.
Twelve Filipino fashion brands are presenting Spring/Summer 2027 collections at FASHIONPhilippines Milan from September 22 to 24. The three-day program at Fondazione Sozzani also gives local labels access to international mentors and buyers.
Ben&Ben has released Nine, its first anthology album, on September 24, 2026. The nine-track set includes seven reimagined songs, “Saranggola,” and the new track “Harinawa” as the band looks back on its first nine years.
Experience New Zealand comes to One Ayala on September 26 and 27 with free entry, Bic Runga and the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra, Māori performances, New Zealand food, study booths, and family activities.
German Club Manila’s Oktoberfest returns to Solaire Resort Entertainment City from October 8 to 10, 2026. The three-night event includes free-flow German food, Hofbräu München beer, live music, and tickets starting at ₱5,100.
More than 140 Central Luzon MSMEs are bringing food, fashion, crafts, home goods, and other local products to SM Megamall from September 23 to 27. Admission to the five-day Likha ng Central Luzon Trade Fair is free.
PETA has brought “Mga Kuwento ni Lola Basyang at iba pa…” back to its Quezon City stage through September 30. The 2026 production has two Severino Reyes tales, one new story, audience participation, and tickets from ₱1,000.
The 40th Negros Trade Fair is now open at SMX Convention Center Aura in Taguig. Running through September 27, the Bútlak edition brings food, fashion, crafts, home goods, and producers from across the Negros Island Region to Metro Manila.
Moonstar88 has released “Ding Dong,” a new single inspired by guitarist Herbert Hernandez getting locked outside his home. The September 18 track uses a closed door to tell a story about rejection and feeling unheard.
UNIQLO’s KAWS UNIVERSE collection is now available in the Philippines. The September 14 release includes adult and kids’ shirts, sweatshirts, and new Earth, Moon, and Sun character charms starting at ₱490.
GQ Philippines has launched its first issue with Jordan Clarkson, Darren Criss, and Erwan Heussaff on the covers. The local edition will focus on Filipino culture, fashion, sports, food, entertainment, and lifestyle.
The Department of Tourism has named SB19 as the Philippines’ newest tourism ambassadors, recognizing the P-pop group’s growing global influence.
Vice Ganda expressed gratitude to viewers after It’s Showtime received the Best Variety Show award at the FAMAS Broadcast Arts Awards, crediting fans for the show’s continued success.
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