Attend Ebe Dancel, Urbandub, Itchyworms fundraiser
THE Filipino music community is coming together for Alingawngaw Para Kay Echo, a fundraising gig for Echo Singson, a longtime fixture in the local music scene who is recovering from a stroke. The fundraiser is set to take place on Oct. 16 at 123 Block in Mandala Park, Mandaluyong City. Ebe Dancel, Urbandub, The Itchyworms, The Ronnies, and The Revisors are joining forces for an evening of music in support of someone who has given much to the industry. All proceeds will go directly to Mr. Singson for his medical expenses and rehabilitation. Tickets will be available at the venue on the day of the event.
Shop for gifts, treasures from Region 12
THE Department of Trade Industry has announced that some of the finest food, souvenirs, and delicacies from Region 12 will be sold in a trade expo in Metro Manila this week. Ranging from T’nalak weaves to coffee, chocolates, fruit jams, tuna, and chips, the “Treasures of Region 12 Trade Expo” is ongoing until Oct. 19 at Ayala Malls’ Market! Market! In BGC, Taguig. Admission is free.
Learn about the ethics of cloning in A Number
WHYNoT and The Necessary Theatre stage Caryl Churchill’s A Number for a limited run this October. JC Santos and Bart Guingona reunite onstage after appearing together in the 2023 production of Red. This is Santos’ directorial debut. A Number follows a father who secretly had his son cloned and is eventually forced to confront the consequences of his actions. Santos takes on the roles of Bernard 1, Bernard 2, and Michael Black, while Guingona plays their father. A Number has performances on Oct. 16, 17, and 18 at WHYNoT, 4/F Karrivin Studios, Makati. Each performance is limited to 80 seats, with free seating. Tickets are priced at P2,800 and are available via Ticket2Me.
Get nostalgic with the PPO, harpist Vien Ignacio
THE Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (PPO) is continuing the musical journey of its 42nd season with CONCERT II: Elegance, slated for Oct. 16, 7:30 p.m. at the Metropolitan Theater in Manila. Part of the nostalgic repertoire are Filipino conductor Redentor Romero’s Philippine Portraits, Handel’s Harp Concerto in B-flat Major, Op. 4, No. 6 (HWV 294), and Polish composer Zygmunt Noskowski’s The Steppe. Pedal harp prodigy Vien Ignacio is the night’s guest. Tickets are available at TicketWorld.
Learn about secrets and lies in About Us But Not About Us
IdeaFirst Live is restaging About Us But Not About Us, which ran last February. This time it has performances ongoing until Oct. 25 at the Power Mac Center Spotlight Blackbox Theater, Circuit, Makati. Based on Jun Robles Lana’s film of the same name, which revolves around a dinner between a professor and his student which unravels as secrets, lies, and long-buried truths begin to surface. The play features the same cast as the film: Romnick Sarmenta and Elijah Canlas. Joining them and reprising their roles from the original run are Epy Quizon and Andoy Ranay, plus Kobie Brown, and Tuxqs Rutaquio, who also directs. Tickets are priced at P3,920, P3,360, and P2,800, and are available via Ticket2Me.
Oktoberfest goes to Megaworld Lifestyle Malls
OKTOBERFEST is back across Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, with a selection of live music, food finds, weekend markets, and scenic escapes. At Alabang West Parade until Oct. 31, Brotzeit brings the spirit of the season to the table with classic German craft beers and inventive drinks. On Oct. 16, 7 p.m., Sounds and Vibes takes over Alfresco Pond 2 for a night of comedy (featuring Alex Calleja, Anthony Andres, and Israel Buenaobra) and musical performances from Who’s Your Daddy, Ciara Silva, and KHEED. On Oct. 23 and 24, The Treasures Fair, in partnership with Modern Market, gathers local finds, artisanal goods, and food stalls. On Oct. 24 at 3 p.m., the Car Meet shifts the spotlight to automotive culture, as Automotive Collective brings together standout rides from Toyota, Subaru, Nissan, and more. Cozy Eats runs throughout October, featuring curated food and beverage offers from participating mall partners. Over at Eastwood City, there is the Booze Fest. At Fuente Circle, The Urban Sound brings live DJ sets every Saturday at 11 p.m. For a more laid-back vibe, City Light Sessions take place on Friday evenings at 7 p.m., featuring acoustic performances. Eastwood City adds an artistic touch to the season on Nov. 7 with the unveiling of The Trumpet Player, a whimsical sculpture by Seb Chua. The occasion brings together art, music, and fireworks for a memorable evening. Oktoberfest at Twin Lakes features the Tap and Tunes lineup: chilled brews, grilled favorites, and live music. On Oct. 18, starting at 5 p.m., Beers and Cheers serves up cold beer and grilled bites, while Ale and Anthems brings live band performances to the evening under the stars. For updates, visit megaworld-lifestylemalls.com or call 8462-8888.
See a German film at KinoFest
FROM Oct. 15 to 18, the KinoFest will be held at the Greenhills Mall at the Greenhills Shopping Center, San Juan, for the first time. The fifth edition of the film festival aims to bring a selection of contemporary films from Germany to Filipino audiences, films exploring themes of belonging, resilience, memory, care, justice, and the spaces that shape our lives. The program features 10 German films, including the festival opener Rose by Markus Schleinzer, starring Sandra Hüller. A highlight of this year’s Manila program is KinoFest Special: Intersections, which will be bringing contemporary Philippine cinema into conversation with the German lineup. The program features Invisible Labor by Joanne Cesario, Raging (Rumaragasa) by Ryan Machado, and the Philippine premiere of Body Count by Cris Bringas. The screening will be followed by an in-person talkback with the filmmakers, moderated by Julian Fuchs, director of the Goethe-Institut Philippines. Admission to all the screenings and events is free, on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets may be claimed at the KinoFest booth near Cinema 1 one hour before each screening.
Treat yourself to travel deals at Klook Travel Fest
THE Klook Travel Fest 2026 is making its return with a lineup of travel deals and exclusive promo codes from Oct. 17 to 18 at the One Ayala Concourse (L2). From 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., guests can book their tickets via Klook to unlock exclusive deals from the fair. Admission is free. When paying with Metrobank, attendees can get up to 25% off sitewide, while Unionbank cardholders can get an additional 25% off on Japan and Vietnam attractions. BDO cardholders can also unlock a discount of 15% sitewide, with additional promotional offers from GCash, RCBC, and Security Bank throughout the event.
Catch your favorite musicians at music fest
COMING to Bonifacio Global City (BGC) is the BGC Pinoy Playlist Musikahan 2026 music festival, which will be held on Oct. 17 and 18. There will be two days of performances, experiences, and collective music-making. The events include: Harana on the BGC Bus, a special live serenade from a featured artist aboard a regular BGC Bus route; Pinoy Playlist Conversations, where speakers will share stories, insights, and their expertise about relevant topics in music; special performances by Pinoy performers and rising artists; SALINAWIT performances where artists breathe new life to foreign songs as translated to Filipino languages; and much more. It will also include the Ryan Cayabyab Awards which will honor Dr. Grace Nono, Prof. Chino Toledo, and Noel Cabangon for their contributions to music. The festival’s one-day pass is priced at P1,800 while the two-day pass is priced at P2,200, both available via Ticketworld at bit.ly/PPMTickets and its outlets nationwide.
Laugh along with Tententenen
Teatro Marco — which previously presented Ampalaya Monologues and Dami Pang Gustong Sabihin — is staging Tententenen, a new Filipino comedy inspired by Pinoy meme culture and online trends. It has performances on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 25 at Teatro Marco, 3/F, 65 Maginhawa Street, Quezon City. Written and directed by Mark Ghosn, it follows Miss Bu, CEO of Bubu Beauty Company, as she prepares for her upcoming wedding — that is, until gossip about her future husband threatens the event, the company, and the brand. It stars Janine Lloce, Kcedrick Balagat, Lucky Charles, Jin Mikado, Deane Tria, JP Ortiz, Abby Reynes, Sonson O., Rai dela Cruz, Joni Gee, Hannah Salvan, Rem Delos Reyes, and Yan-yan Gervero. Free-seating tickets are priced at P850 and are available through TeatroMarco.com and Ticket2Me.
Shop at Robinsons Department Store’s Payday Sale
Ongoing until Oct. 18, the October Payday Sale will take over all Robinsons Department Stores nationwide with deals, perks, and instant rewards. From 4 to 6 p.m. during the sale period, the stores will be dropping exclusive, high-value Prime Flash Offers. On top of discounts, customers can score P300 off instantly and earn +50 bonus Go Rewards points when they hit the P5,000 minimum spend. They can also get a free Mini Puff Bag with a minimum single receipt of P3,000. Exclusive discounts of up to 70% off will be available for select brands in the department stores. Fashion items from brands like Stella, Walker, Cotton Club, Ray-Ban, and sunblock from Belo will be part of the sale. Over at the home section, the department store’s exclusive brand At Home will offer affordable furnishings, decor, and other home accents. Shoppers can avail themselves of the Shop Now, Pay Later flexible payment plans, with options for 0% interest for up to six-month installment plans using participating credit cards. Throughout the sale customers will take home a 520ml Insulated Tumbler for P399 with any single-receipt purchase worth P5,000. Follow Robinsons Department Store on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for more updates.
Revisit The Land Before Time
A BELOVED childhood classic is making its way back to the big screen as The Land Before Time comes exclusively to select Robinsons Movieworld branches on Oct. 16 to 18, and Oct. 23 to 25. Originally released in 1988 and directed by animator Don Bluth, The Land Before Time tells a story of friendship, courage, loss, and hope. It follows the emotional journey of Littlefoot and his group of young dinosaur friends, the Quintuplets, who navigate a world filled with both wonder and danger in search of their families and a new home. The film will screen exclusively at select Robinsons Movieworld branches, including Opus Premier Cinemas, Robinsons Magnolia, Robinsons Antipolo, Robinsons Galleria Ortigas, Robinsons Tuguegarao, and Robinsons Galleria Cebu.
Watch a Godzilla film on the big screen
THE Godzilla Film Festival is ongoing until Oct. 20 at select SM Cinemas. In celebration of the 72nd anniversary of the Godzilla character, five films will be shown featuring epic monster showdowns and city-smashing destruction. Each film offers a different look at the cinematic icon: the battles of Mothra vs. Godzilla (1964), the destructive spectacle of Godzilla vs. Biollante (1989), the Millennium-era adventures of Godzilla 2000: Millennium (1999) and Godzilla: Final Wars (2004), and the modern reimagining of Shin Godzilla (2016). The tickets at the festival, presented by Go Asia Entertainment, are priced at P275, inclusive of a special Godzilla Film Festival collectible card.
Join in Araneta City’s breast cancer awareness campaign
ARANETA City is highlighting stories of courage, wellness, healing this Breast Cancer Awareness Month, in partnership with the Philippine Cancer Society and Love Hope Dream Foundation. The aRUneta Run Club event on Oct. 18 combines running and dance warm-ups to show solidarity with breast cancer patients and survivors. There will be a talk at Gateway Mall 1 on Oct. 19, covering breast cancer prevention, early detection, common misconceptions, and available support resources. Prostate cancer screenings are also being offered on Oct. 19 to promote early detection. Finally, a two-day art workshop and exhibit on Oct. 19 and 20 will give invited patients and survivors a creative outlet for self-expression.
Appreciate pop culture in interior design exhibit
THE Philippine School of Interior Design (PSID) is presenting an immersive interior design exhibit celebrating Filipino pop culture across generations. Titled What the Pop!, it runs for the entire month of October at the 3rd floor of V-Mall, Greenhills Shopping Center, San Juan. It is composed of eight booths that showcase living spaces, translating music, fashion, traditions, and technology into innovative spatial concepts. The booths include “TOYANG,” a vibrant family room designed for energetic Baby Boomer grandparents, grounded in the clean geometric discipline of the Bauhaus movement; “TeleBisyon,” which mimics an antique television set, featuring a living room that emulates a 1940s to 1960s Filipino mid-century modern home; among others.
Reminisce with Bongga Ka, ’Day!
BONGGA KA, ’DAY!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical is based on two films which are both based on the music of Hotdog, the original OPM band: Bongga Ka, ’Day! (1979) and Annie Batungbakal (1980). Staged by PETA Plus in partnership with VIVA Communications and The Philippine Star, it is directed by Chris Millado. It takes a “musical theater approach” to Hotdog’s iconic songs to tell the story of the denizens of that era’s disco nightlife, particularly Annie, a simple employee of the fashion design firm who wants to make a change: both in her place of work and on the dance floor. The musical stars Atasha Muhlach as Annie along with John Lapus, Dindo Divinagracia, Jackie Lou Blanco, Ring Antonio, Sam Concepcion, Jeff Moses, and Anthony Rosaldo. The show has performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and on Saturdays and Sundays at 3 p.m. until Oct. 24. Tickets are available through Ticketworld.
Bring the kids to see Cinderella
REPERTORY PHILIPPINES’ Repertory Theater for Young Audiences presents Cinderella: The Tale of the Glass Slipper every weekend until Dec. 13. Directed by Joy Virata and Cara Barredo, the show is created by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman (book, music, and lyrics). Sharing the title role are Katie Bradshaw, Ornella Brianna, and Julia Santiago. Alternating in the role of the Prince are Khalil Tambio and Radson Flores. Cinderella: The Tale of the Glass Slipper will have shows on select weekends at the REP Eastwood Theater, 4F Eastwood Citywalk, Quezon City. Tickets are priced at P1,545 (Orchestra Center) and P1,030 (Orchestra Sides) and can be purchased via TicketWorld. For inquiries, contact Repertory Philippines at 0966-9054013 or 0962-6918540, or e-mail promotions@repphil.org or sales@repphil.org.
Take a printmaking class at The M
THE Metropolitan Museum of Manila (The M) is holding a series of printmaking workshops every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., until November. Open to beginners and experienced makers alike (ages 12 and above), these hands-on workshops introduce a range of printmaking techniques while encouraging participants to create original prints and experiment with color and editions. Led by printmakers Ambie Abaño, Henrielle Baltazar Pagkaliwangan, Jone Sibugan, and Anton Villaruel. For more information and inquiries on the workshops, contact The M’s Education Officer, Pat Zulueta, at pat.zulueta@metmuseummanila.org. The Metropolitan Museum of Manila is at the MK Tan Center, 30th St., BGC, Taguig. It is open from Tuesdays to Fridays at 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. except on public holidays.