From July 30 to August 2, the ArteFino fair celebrates a decade of Filipino design with more than 100 brands showcasing exclusive Dekada Collections. The event spans the North and South Court of R1 Lifestyle Hall and The Fifth at Power Plant Mall, featuring designers such as Isla-Tek, Arnel Papa, and Golden Monstera. Attendees can explore innovative textiles, including pineapple‑leaf fabrics, and a range of contemporary fashion and home products.
The Peninsula Manila will host a one‑night “One Night in Shanghai” bar takeover on July 31, featuring cocktails crafted by Diageo World Class China Champion Liao Jien Ming. The event runs from 8 p.m. to midnight, offering guests a chance to taste limited‑edition drinks before they disappear.
Ali Mall’s “Ali Curated” vintage marketplace opens its lower ground floor to collectors and casual shoppers from July 31 to August 1. Booths sell fashion items, memorabilia, and collectibles, and the event is free to enter, drawing enthusiasts to a curated selection of retro pieces.
Following a successful launch in Biñan, the play Mapanakit! Mga Dulang Bittersweet is staged at the KAL‑IBG Theater in UP Diliman. The production presents three one‑act plays exploring love, boundaries, and hidden truths, with performances on select weekends in August and a gala on August 7.
The Metropolitan Museum of Manila offers Saturday printmaking workshops from September through November, welcoming participants aged twelve and older. Guided by experienced printmakers, the sessions cover a range of techniques and encourage the creation of original works.
Mitsukoshi Mall in BGC celebrates its third anniversary with cultural activities, including a yukata dressing experience held every Saturday until mid‑August. The mall also hosts paper‑craft and pottery workshops in late August, showcasing Japanese and Filipino motifs in hands‑on sessions.
9 Works Theatrical presents the musical On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan at the Proscenium Theater in Rockwell. The show follows the couple’s rise from Cuba to international fame, featuring performances until early August with ticket prices ranging from ₱3,605 to ₱6,695.
Porvenir stages a Filipino adaptation of Tennessee Williams’ Summer and Smoke, titled El Fuego del Alma, at Sine Pop in Cubao. The play, reimagined for a Philippine audience, runs from late July through August, with tickets priced at ₱1,800.
The Philippine Educational Theater Association continues its Babae sa Septic Tank series with Ang Babae sa Septic Tank 4: Oh Sh*t! It’s Live sa Cheter!. The comedy‑drama explores the realities of Philippine theater production and runs through mid‑August in Quezon City.
Spider‑Man: Brand New Day is currently in Philippine cinemas, following Peter Parker’s attempt to live anonymously after erasing his own existence from memory. The film features a new generation of actors and follows the hero’s efforts to protect his loved ones in a world that has forgotten him.
Australian lifestyle brand Anko has introduced a new home collection to Philippine malls, offering items such as dinner plates, bath towels, and kitchen accessories. The collection incorporates trendy designs and is available in several major shopping centers.
From August 3, the historical fantasy drama Maria Clara at Ibarra returns to GMA Afternoon Prime, airing weekdays at 4:30 p.m. The series, originally broadcast in 2022, follows a narrative inspired by classic literature and features a notable ensemble cast.
Filipino rapper WAIIAN released the single “2RARE” featuring Rjay Ty, following the success of his album BACKSHOTS. The track highlights themes of ambition and progress and is available on global digital music platforms.
