Weekend Hangs: Yeng Constantino's concert, NBA House, matcha fairs to catch this Aug. 28-30
Still haven't figured out your long weekend plans? Don't let a little rain dampen your mood—take this as your sign to grab an umbrella and get out there! It's the very last weekend of August, so let's make every second of these extra days off count.
Metro Manila is packed with fun stuff to do, rain or shine. If you're in the mood to belt out your favorite songs at a concert, get hyped at a basketball game, go on a cozy matcha run, explore new art, or dance the night away, you can do those this Aug. 28-30.
Check out the list below:
Aug. 28-29: Yeng Constantino’s ‘Biyaheng Bente’
OPM fans can celebrate Yeng Constantino’s 20th anniversary in the music industry at her two-night concert, Biyaheng Bente, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
The singer-songwriter will revisit her two-decade career through some of her biggest hits, giving fans a chance to relive the songs that have become staples of Filipino pop and rock. The concert was originally scheduled for Aug. 28, but a second show was added for Aug. 29 due to strong demand.
Tickets are available through TicketNet, with both shows starting at 8:00 p.m.
Aug. 29-30: NBA House Philippines
Basketball fans can spend the weekend getting a taste of the NBA at NBA House Philippines, an immersive fan experience coming to SPACE at One Ayala.
The two-day event will feature basketball activities, NBA memorabilia, interactive games, giveaways and appearances from basketball personalities. Fans can also expect special performances and other activities throughout the weekend.
The event is free for registered NBA ID members, making it a pretty solid weekend hang for hoops fans who want to get closer to the NBA without leaving Manila.
You can register through this link.
Aug. 28-30: Get your matcha fix at Mix & Matcha
Matcha lovers can spend the weekend discovering new drinks, desserts, and other green tea creations at Mix & Matcha at Gateway Mall 1.
The three-day event brings together matcha-focused businesses and gives visitors a chance to try different takes on the increasingly popular drink. It's also an easy stop on a Cubao food crawl or mall day.
Aug. 26-Sept. 3: adidas Warehouse Sale
If you've been waiting for a good excuse to refresh your sneaker rotation, the adidas Warehouse Sale is happening right now and runs until Sept. 3.
The sale was moved up to Aug. 26 due to popular demand, with shoppers getting discounts of up to 70% off on selected adidas products. That means you can spend part of your weekend hunting for sneakers, apparel, and other sportswear at marked-down prices.
The warehouse sale is subject to adidas' terms and conditions, so check the brand's announcement for the latest details before heading out.
Aug. 29-Oct. 3: ‘Sum of Its Parts’ — Silverlens
Silverlens Manila is opening MM Yu's Sum of its Parts on Aug. 29, making this one especially timely for this weekend.
The exhibition explores Yu's work across photography and painting, with the artist experimenting with modular compositions and rearranging visual elements to create new relationships between images and forms. It runs until Oct. 3.
The gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., so Saturday is the day to catch it.
Aug. 30: Give a stray cat a forever home at City Cats of Cubao
Looking to add a new furry member to your family? City Cats of Cubao is holding another cat adoption drive on Sunday, Aug. 30, giving visitors a chance to meet rescued cats looking for their forever homes.
The adoption drive will take place at the MacArthur Activity Area on the ground floor of Ali Mall, as part of Araneta City's ongoing CoMEOWnity initiative for stray cats.
Aug. 29: Dance until late at KULOG
For those who'd rather spend Saturday night dancing, Club Euphoria presents KULOG at Apotheka in Poblacion. The electronic music party will run from 10 p.m. until 4 a.m., with Pette B2B Saintreeder, EDGY B2B Sep, and MHLO B2B Detalye on the lineup.
Tickets are priced at P500 for preregistration and P600 at the door. You can get them through this link.
Aug. 28: Go raving at ‘PASSAGE: ASCENSION’
Another option for the nightlife crowd is “PASSAGE: ASCENSION,” a rave happening at BSK Manila in Greenfield District.
The event promises an expanded dance floor and upgraded production, with sets from Allives, EMS, John Odin, OnlyCamz, Parnassvs, Pauly, DJ Queen Nashe, TZN, and Yzark.
The party starts at 9 p.m., so this one's for those looking to kick off the weekend with a proper late-night dance session.
You can get your tickets through this link.
Aug. 28: Catch an indie gig at Big Kids Only
For something more intimate, Big Kids Only: Big Kids Gig 001 is bringing local musicians together for a Friday night show.
The lineup includes NEW LORE, giving indie music fans a chance to discover local acts in a smaller gig setting rather than a major concert venue.
Regular tickets are priced at P550, and you can purchase them through this link.
Aug. 30: Celebrate Hawaiian Combo Meal’s anniversary
End the weekend with a punk show as Hawaiian Combo Meal celebrates its fourth anniversary at Sari Sari Speakeasy Bar in Makati.
The Aug. 30 gig will feature performances from Infury, Kolabo, Fablewake, Riot Monday, Caroll, Pirate Carnival, Punk Magalona, and The Ember Project.
Tickets are priced at P300 and come with a free drink voucher. You must pre-register here. (with reports from John Patrick Ranara)