Fancy a concert date? Here are some Valentine's Day shows, performances happening this month
Music has always played an important part in romance, which is why if you're looking for any good date ideas, taking your partner out for a concert is an ideal setting for a Valentine's Day celebration.
Lucky for you, many renowned musicians in the Philippines are marking the season of love with exciting concerts and performances.
Take your pick below:
Christian Bautista, Erik Santos, and Yeng Constantino
Three of OPM’s brightest stars—Christian Bautista, Erik Santos, and Yeng Constantino—are set to light up your Valentine’s celebration with their back-to-back concert, "Stories of the Heart," at the Newport Performing Arts Theater.
Bautista, known as Asia’s Romantic Balladeer, will surely provide an intimate setting for you and your partner as he serenades you with his smooth and velvety voice. And this is further boosted by Santos and Constantino’s powerful vocals as they sing heartfelt anthems all night long.
"Stories of the Heart" will take place on Feb. 14 and 15. Tickets range from P2,300 to P9,500 and are available to purchase on Ticketworld.
Regine Velasquez
For an unforgettable Valentine’s Day, head on over to witness Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez belting her heart out in her concert series "RESET."
Relish her acclaimed high notes and soul-stirring performances as she takes you back to her songs and covers that have made her into the iconic songstress she is today.
"RESET" will be held on Feb. 14 to 15, and on Feb. 21 to 22 at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Makati City.
Ticket prices range from P1,500 (Upperbox 2) to P12,000 (Platinum) and can be purchased on Ticketworld. Platinum buyers will have a meet-and-greet session with Velasquez on Feb. 16 and 23.
Gab Pangilinan
Want to enjoy good music that's elevated by superb storytelling? Gab Pangilinan’s first solo concert will provide a unique experience as you watch the theater actress sing some of her beloved songs from her iconic roles like Joy in Ang Huling El Bimbo and Roxane in Mula sa Buwan.
The two-night show will celebrate Pangilinan's work as a musical theater actor over the past ten years through a fascinating combination of story and song.
"Gab Pangilinan in Concert: This is Not a Musical" will take place at the Maybank Performing Arts Theater on Feb. 14 and 15. Tickets are available on Ticketworld for P1,029 to P3,089.
Ogie Alcasid, Louie Ocampo, and Ryan Cayabyab
Another thing that can make your Valentine's Day celebration unforgettable is watching legendary musicians Ogie Alcasid, Louie Ocampo, and Ryan Cayabyab serenade you with their hit music in "OAC: Original and Absolute Classics."
With their soul-stirring melodies and timeless hits, it's guaranteed that this Valentine's will forever remain in your heart and memory.
"OAC: Original and Absolute Classics" will take place at Solaire Resort North on Feb. 13. Tickets are available on Ticketworld or at the Solaire Box Office and are priced at P6,516 for Gold, P8,688 for VIP, and P10,317 for SVIP
APO Hiking Society
If you and your date are fans of APO Hiking Society, you'd be pleased to know that Jim Paredes and Boboy Garrovillo will light up the stage with their vibrant energy and beloved songs.
Marking the season of love, "The Apo Hiking Society: Betting On Love" concert will put a "fresh, romantic twist" on their hit love songs. Special guests Gian Magdangal and Lara Maigue will add even more magic to the evening.
The show will be on Feb. 14 at The Theatre at Solaire in Parañaque. Ticket prices range from P2,715 to P7,059 and can be purchased on Ticketworld or at the Solaire Box Office.
Ian Veneracion and Moira Dela Torre
It's not over yet as Ian Veneracion and Moira Dela Torre also have something special prepared this February to mark the tenth anniversary of City of Dreams Manila.
Veneracion is set to delight guests with his captivating voice in his one-night-only Valentine’s Day weekend concert on Feb. 15 at 8 p.m. at Nobu Hotel Manila’s poolside restaurant Wave. Seat reservations are offered with consumables at P3,000 net per person.
For a post-Valentine's Day celebration, you can enjoy Moira dela Torre as she showcases her soothing musical artistry at CenterPlay in City of Dreams Manila on Feb. 22. Seats or tables are available for reservation with prices starting at P3,000 net per person, inclusive of consumables.
PH Drag Queens
Drag queens are always a sight to see thanks to their fun, uplifting, and entertaining aura. If you and your friends are keen on getting dazzled by these artists, head over to Ayala Malls Manila Bay to enjoy "Galentine Queens - All Stars" on Feb. 15.
The event will showcase some of the Philippines' most iconic drag queens including Maxie, Precious Paula Nicole, Viñas Deluxe, Khianna, and Angel.
You can also slow down and be serenaded by the country’s top artists on Feb. 16 with "Valentine’s Hits, Live!" featuring Toneejay, Armi Millare, and Clara Benin. You won't have to break open your wallet to attend both shows as they will have free admission at the Garden Fountain at 7:00 p.m.
For some shopping moments with your gals, Ayala Malls Manila Bay will also transform their Activity Center into a "South Trading Post’s Trinket Town" from Feb. 14 to 16 where you can bring home a variety of unique finds.
Galerie Joaquin
Is your partner passionate about all things art? Why not take them to Galerie Joaquin's "MELODIES & MASTERPIECES: Where Music Meets Art" at the East Wing of Shangri-La Plaza.
The art fair allows you to combine your love for music and art and features a saxophonist and keyboardist who will set the right mood for an art date with your beau.
Aside from that, you can also relive some of the memorable scenes from One More Chance, The Musical as Shangri-La Plaza is set to hold a special screening of the stage play on Feb. 16, 6:00 p.m. at the Grand Atrium.
It will showcase highlights from the original One More Chance play featuring the iconic songs of Ben&Ben, and a great cast that includes CJ Navato, Sheena Bellarmino, John Moran, and Kiara Takahashi.
