As early as now, couples and singletons are looking forward to Valentine’s Day to catch up with their loved ones. Some may be making reservations for bouquets, while others are still deciding what to do amid their busy schedules.
Before we get swayed by the V-Day rush, we’re eyeing this weekend’s events to unwind. Maybe even have a pre-Valentine’s Day celebration. If you want to do the same, check out our roundup below.
Music
Tagaytay Art Beat 2
Feb. 4 to 5, 12 n.n. to 2 a.m.
Museo Orlina, Hollywood Street, Hollywood Subdivision, Tolentino East, Tagaytay
Road trips are made better with this music and art festival. Catch local acts like Jensen and the Flips, Farewell Fair Weather, CRWN, and many more. Also see the displayed works of artists and photographers like Vin Quilop, Karen Dela Fuente, and Julia Tabor.
For My Beloved
Feb. 4, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Philippine International Convention Center, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City
Tenor Dresden Ramos and pianist Gabriel Allan Paguirigan will serenade you with classical and romantic tunes. This is also a perfect date night for the couples out there.
Parties
The Drop x The Pit
Feb. 3, 8 p.m. onwards
Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Plaza 2, Sabio Street, Makati City
DJs Aki Suda, Josh Solis, and more will make your Friday even better with their dance music. Go grab your friends and get ready to dance all night.
XX XX Presents: Manuel Fischer
Feb. 3, 9 p.m. onwards
XX XX, 20a-20b La Fuerza Plaza 1, 2241 Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City
Party all night with beats from Zurich-based DJ Manuel Fischer.
Lush Nights KINKY Bar Crawl
Feb. 4, 8:30 p.m. onwards
Bonifacio Global City, T
For just P800, you can join BGC’s biggest bar crawl. Visit six clubs and bars in the area, get free drinks, and meet new people. Remember to be at Big Bad Wolf in Burgos Circle by 8:30 p.m. to get all the free drinks during the crawl.
RIOT HOUSE
Feb. 4, 10 p.m. onwards
Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Plaza 2, Sabio Street, Makati City
DJs JStar, Zerzac, Platon, and more are taking over on this Saturday’s edition of RIOT HOUSE.
Love / Potions
Feb. 4, 10 p.m. onwards
Bitters Bar, 2/F Burgos Parklane, Forbestown Road, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Grab some cocktails while listening to DJ Skratchmark’s tunes the whole evening.
Art
Affordable Art Show
Feb. 4 to 22, 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Erewhon Center for the Arts, 1 Don Francisco Street, Villa Beatriz, Quezon City
Art collectors and enthusiasts, listen up! Find quality art works at affordable prices which you can hang at home or your office.
Fashion
Nike ‘Midnight Racer’ Flyknit Racer Launch
Feb. 4, 12 m.n.
Nike Park Fort, 9th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Need new kicks? Nike is launching its ‘Midnight Racer’ Flyknit Racers at midnight tonight. These shoes are all-black and lightweight with race-specific rubber. These will be sold in limited quantities, so if you want first dibs, you can start lining up at Nike Park tonight.
Sales
The Great Northern Sale
Feb. 3 to 5, 10 a.m. to 12 m.n.
SM City North EDSA, North Avenue corner EDSA, Quezon City
Find great deals from brands like Unica, Forever 21, and Bayo at SM North EDSA’s three-day sale. Your drive to the north will surely be rewarding.
Bazaars
The Honest Harvest
Feb. 4 to 5, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Palm Grove, The Rockwell Club, 23 Amorsolo Drive, Rockwell, Makati City
Organic finds like Wasabi Warriors, Primal, and Radical Organics will be available at this weekend bazaar. There’ll also be cooking demos, live music, and health talks at the event. Not only that, you’ll get a chance to win an overnight stay at Aruga by Rockwell.
Workshops
Crafting Connections
Feb. 4, 10 a.m. to 12 n.n.
O2 Space, Unit 330 Milelong Building, Amorsolo Street, Makati City
Learn how to communicate and engage people better in this workshop. You’ll never feel awkward during small talk after this.
Modern Classic Pastries Class by Chef Marvin Bagube
Feb. 4, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Kitchenaid Experience Center, 5/F Mega A, SM Megamall, Julia Vargas Avenue corner EDSA, Mandaluyong City
Learn how to make desserts like Dark Chocolate Caramel Upside Down Tart and Flourless Almond Brownie in time for Valentine’s Day. Just register and pay P4,500, and you’ll get the full baking experience with chef Marvin Bagube.
Fitness
Burn Bootcamp
Feb. 4, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Urban Ashram Yoga, 3/F Brixton Building, 3 Brixton Building, Kapitolyo, Pasig City
This whole-day bootcamp includes a yoga class with teacher Marc Macadaeg and a 30-minute nutritional talk where you can learn healthy recipes. You can go solo (P2,500) or go with a group of six (P2,000 per person) for a productive and fit afternoon.
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