LIST: Exciting Women's Month activities to attend this March

Yoga offers individuals a way to relax, get fit, and find inner peace. With this, Bridgetowne Destination Estate is hosting a series of yoga sessions in partnership with Movement in Play, BreatheLearnThrive, and Yoga-and-life.  

Vina Oca, a certified yoga teacher, will lead a Vinsaya class, a type of yoga that combines movement and breathing with music and choreography. This will be held on March 15 at 4:30 p.m. 

The sessions hosted by Movement in Play will also be an excellent way for participants to immerse themselves in yoga and experience its health benefits. Sessions will be held at the Bridgetowne Central Park on all Saturdays of March: 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 7 a.m. 

Meanwhile, art enthusiasts can indulge in different sessions, including "Rooted in Art," a painting workshop that will be held on March 16 at 4 p.m., sundown yoga on March 29, and the "Thoughts in a Tote" workshop on March 30.  

Visit the Tandang Sora Women's Museum

While there are countless ways to celebrate this empowering month, one of the most meaningful and educational ways is by visiting the Tandang Sora Women's Museum in Quezon City, Philippines. 

Named after the legendary Tandang Sora (Melchora Aquino), a heroine of the Philippine Revolution, this museum offers an immersive experience that honors the women who have shaped the nation's history and continue to inspire modern-day empowerment.

This month, admission is free for all as part of celebrating Arts Month and Women's Month.

Inside the museum, you can see exhibits that highlight the contribution of Melchora Aquino de Ramos, often called the "Ina ng Katipunan at Himagsikan" in Philippine history, interactive exhibits detailing Filipino women's contributions to the nation's struggle for independence, and a section that showcases the profound influence of women across various fields, from the Babaylan of ancient times to the modern-day advocates shaping society.  

It also features the "Women in Action" section featuring some materials from feminist movements, including the Pis Syabit, a traditional cloth tapestry worn as a head covering by the Tausug of Jolo, Sulu

Visitors can also learn herstory through audio-visual sections, multimedia displays, and books about women's history in the country.

Tandang Sora Women's Museum is located at Tandang Sora National Shrine, Banlat Road, Quezon City. It opens from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Tuesday to Sunday. 

Mall activities

The SM Center in Las Piñas City also joined the celebration through various activities highlighting women's strengths, style, and stories. 

These include pop-up markets, job and career fairs, workshops like whipped candle making, scented candle bouquets, frappe candles, polymer clay, seminars, and sports clinics like Futsal and Taekwondo classes. 

The activities will run from March 5 until March 30. 

Meanwhile, Araneta City will also celebrate Women's Month with their event called, #HerTimeIsNow, starting Saturday, March 8 until Sunday, March. 16

The event comprises the following: 

• #HerVision (March 8-13, Quantum Skyview, Gateway Mall 2) showcasing an art exhibit and female-led forum. 
• #SeeHerHustle (March 8-13, Activity Area, Farmers Plaza) featuring an arts & business workshop. 
• Celebrate #WomenInBusiness (March 12-16, Activity Area, Gateway Mall 1) and see the POP QC Women's Month Fair
• Stand and support the digital promo for #HerTimeIsNow
• #MarchForHer and advocate for women's rights, empowerment, and community solidarity via an exciting, fun run activity led by Aruneta Run Club. 

Cultural activities

The Intramuros Administration is celebrating National Women's Month with a vibrant and diverse lineup of activities designed to honor the incredible contributions of women. 

Among the activities are a free walking tour every Saturday and Sunday, Philippine Eatsperience, Cleantramuros and Dalaw at Salaw every Sunday, Mercadillo Bazaar every weekend, and a Women's Day Zumba session on March 8, which will be held at Plaza Roma at 3 p.m.

There are also art-related activities such film showing of the movies Insiang, Ma'Rosa, Sonata, and The Chanters, Likha ng Kababaihan workshops, Malasimbo Music, Arts, and Kids Festival, Guarnicion En Intramuro, the opening of Women Virtue Exhibit at Museo de Intramuros, and a free guided tour featuring women and the walled city. 

Fun Run

March of Women, a volunteer-led celebration for Women's Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month, will conduct a fun run activity on March 9 at the Ateneo de Manila University Baseball Field from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. 

The run distance will cover 3 km (P515) and 5 km P565. The registration form, which is available only until March 2, is available here. 

Buy goodies at Tiangge ni Juana

The Tiangge ni Juana officially opens at the Quezon Capitol Grounds in Lucena City on Monday, March 3. 

Led by the Provincial Gender and Development Office, the bazaar features a variety of products crafted by women of Quezon. This includes handwoven bags, fresh fruits and vegetables, pillow cases, and even services like haircuts. 

This annual activity aims to help various women's organizations and female entrepreneurs showcase their products to widen their market while uplifting their source of income.