2026 · Christmas 2026 · News
53 Groups Join Belenismo 2026 in Tarlac, Opening Nov. 4
Tarlac’s Belenismo 2026 opens on Nov. 4, with 53 groups competing in five categories.
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Get the latest Manila news on food, travel, events, culture, entertainment, and lifestyle. This category covers new openings, local happenings, city updates, and trends across Manila and Metro Manila. Whether you’re looking for what’s new, what’s changing, or what’s worth checking out, you’ll find useful stories here. Stay informed with updates that make it easier to explore and enjoy the city.
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2026 · Entertainment · News
VALORANT Pacific Cup Is Coming to Manila in 2027
Riot Games has named Manila as host of the first VALORANT Pacific Cup, running April 29 to May 23, 2027.
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2026 · Metro Manila · News
Japanese Anime Retailer Animate Opens Its First Philippine Store at One Ayala
Japanese anime retailer Animate opened its first Philippine store on Level 3 of One Ayala in Makati on Oct. 16.
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FHM Philippines Returns With a Digital-First Lifestyle Experience Under PlayTime Entertainment
FHM Philippines is returning under PlayTime Entertainment with a digital-first strategy featuring creators, monthly cover girls, podcasts, live events, and limited-edition albums.
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2026 · Adventure · Art · Concert · Concerts · Music · Music · November 2026 · outdoor fun · Paid · Pop Music · Uncategorized
Must-Catch Concerts in Manila This November
November in Metro Manila is an electric time for live music lovers. As the holiday season begins to sweep across…
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Araneta City Hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Activities This October
Araneta City’s Beyond the Pink Ribbon campaign continues from October 18 to 20 with a run club event, cancer awareness session, and art activities for patients and survivors.
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2026 · Christmas 2026 · December 2026 · Eat + Drink · Food · Holidays 2026 · Metro Manila
Christmas Hotel Buffets in Metro Manila 2026: Prices and Reservations
Planning a Christmas Eve, Noche Buena or Christmas Day feast? Here are five confirmed 2026 hotel Christmas buffets in Metro Manila, with prices and dates.
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2026 · Entertainment · News
Kim Kardashian Spends Early 46th Birthday on a Philippine Island
Kim Kardashian shared photos from an early birthday trip to an undisclosed island in the Philippines, days before she turns 46 on Oct. 21.
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Design Week Philippines Offers Pottery, LEGO Robotics, and DIY Craft Workshops
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.
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Manila FAME 2026 Brings Filipino Design, Home Finds, and Holiday Pieces to Pasay
Manila FAME 2026 runs from October 15 to 17 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, featuring Filipino furniture, home décor, fashion, holiday collections, design talks, and regional artisans.
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Art · Culture · Events · News · Things To Do
Design Week Philippines 2026 Celebrates 15 Years With “Sama All”
Design Week Philippines 2026 marks its 15th year with “Sama All,” a nationwide celebration of Filipino design, community collaboration, and inclusive creativity.
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Dessert · Eat + Drink · Filipino · Food · Fresh Produce · Guide · Guides · Local products · Manila
8 Filipino Desserts to Try in Manila and Where to Find Them
Discover 8 Filipino desserts in Manila, from halo-halo and bibingka to hopia. Find out what makes each dessert special and where to try it.
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Entertainment · Film · Manila · Movies · News
Philippine “Pee Mak” Remake Starring Wilbert Ross and Bea Binene Is Now Showing
Viva Films’ Pee Mak, the Filipino adaptation of the hit Thai horror-comedy, opened in cinemas nationwide on Oct. 14.
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BGC · Food · Metro Manila · New Restaurants · News
Boracay’s Gyukatsu Is Opening Its First Metro Manila Branch in BGC This November
Gyukatsu, a Boracay favourite, opens its first Metro Manila branch at Park Triangle Mall in BGC this November.
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M2M Is Bringing Its “M2M two” Tour to Manila in April 2027
Norwegian pop duo M2M returns to Manila on April 2, 2027, as part of its “M2M two” tour, with more details to be announced.
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Food · Manila · New Openings · November 2026
The Lunch Lady Is Opening in Manila This November With Vietnamese Noodle Soups and a New Dinner Menu
The Lunch Lady will open its first Philippine restaurant in Bonifacio Global City on November 4. Here’s what diners can expect from the lunch and dinner menus.
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Entertainment · K-Pop · Manila · News
Byeon Woo Seok Sings, Cooks and Plays Tumbang Preso at His Manila Fan Meet
Byeon Woo Seok treated Filipino fans to songs, a live cooking demo and a game of Tumbang Preso at his Manila fan meet at the MOA Arena.
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Entertainment · Music · News · Quezon City
Ogie Alcasid, Gary Valenciano, Jose Mari Chan, SB19, BINI and Cup of Joe Honored at Dangal ng Musikang Pilipino 2026
The Awit Awards honored OPM legends and P-pop stars at Dangal ng Musikang Pilipino 2026 in Quezon City on October 14.
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Entertainment · Music · News · Philippines
Ben&Ben Submits ‘Leaves (Reimagined)’ for Grammy Consideration
Ben&Ben has submitted Leaves (Reimagined), from its anthology album Nine, for Grammy consideration in Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.
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Entertainment · Manila · Music · News
SB19 and BINI to Receive the FAMAS Youth Achievement Award
P-pop groups SB19 and BINI will be honored with the FAMAS Youth Achievement Award on October 27 at The Manila Hotel.
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The Beauty Loop Lets You Recycle Empty Beauty Packaging at Opus Mall in Quezon City
The Beauty Loop, a new pilot recycling program at Opus Mall in Bridgetowne, collects empty beauty packaging from any brand.
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ManilART ’26 Opens Today at SMX Aura With 30+ Galleries and Filipino Artists
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.
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Fashion Institute of the Philippines Showcases Its Next Generation of Filipino Designers
The Fashion Institute of the Philippines presented 17 graduating designers at its 2026 Graduation Show in Mandaluyong. RD Ilagan won Designer of the Year, while Ryan Bello and Vinz Madrid completed the top three.
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Culture · Halloween 2026 · News · Quezon City · Things To Do
UP Diliman Hosts Free ‘kaDILIMAN’ Night Tour of Campus Legends on November 6
UP Diliman’s free kaDILIMAN night tour explores campus ghost stories, legends and landmarks on November 6. It is open to UP alumni.
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2026 · Concert · Entertainment · Metro Manila · Music · News
Gary Valenciano’s ‘Back at the Museum’ Has Six Shows Left This October
Gary Valenciano’s Back at the Museum has six shows left at the Music Museum, running every Thursday and Saturday until October 31.
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Entertainment · Music · News · Philippines
Lola Amour Brings OPM to the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix Stage
Filipino band Lola Amour performed at the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix on October 11, taking the Padang stage for its debut.
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Manila · Metro Manila · News · Transportation
Dimasalang Bridge in Sampaloc Reopens to Motorists on October 20
The northbound lane of Dimasalang Bridge in Sampaloc, Manila, reopens to motorists on October 20, 2026, ahead of the Undas rush.
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Concert · Entertainment · K-Pop · Music · News · Quezon City
NCT WISH Brings ‘Into the Wish: Face Our Wish’ Tour to Manila in February 2027
NCT WISH is bringing its Into the Wish: Face Our Wish concert tour to the Smart Araneta Coliseum on February 13, 2027.
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Entertainment · Music · News
CHIVAN and MINH Bring Vietnamese Music to SONIK Philippines 2026
Vietnamese artists CHIVAN and MINH joined SONIK Philippines 2026 in Makati, linking live showcase sets with regional music-industry exchange.
