Weekend Hangs: 'Alice in Wonderland' Easter event, new croffle store, and more April 5 events
As the celebration for Holy Week begins, the long weekend offers the perfect chance to slow down, reconnect, and make the most of your downtime.
For many, it’s one of the few times in the year when schedules clear up enough to make room for meaningful moments and memorable outings, whether that means heading out with family, catching up with friends, or simply enjoying a much-needed breather from the daily grind.
If you’re still figuring out your Holy Week plans, consider this your guide to some events and activities that'll help you make the most out of the season:
Hades Olympus Run
If your idea of a meaningful Holy Week break includes movement, challenge, and a dose of adrenaline, the Hades Olympus Run might be the perfect way to spend the weekend.
Happening on April 5 at the SM Mall of Asia Complex, this themed race invites runners of all levels to test their limits through 5K, 10K, and 18K categories.
Those who can finish the 18K run will receive a 4.5-inch medal, while 10K and 5K finishers will receive a 3.5-inch medal.
You can register through their website.
Stations of the Cross
For those seeking a more solemn and meaningful way to observe Holy Week, the National Parks Development Committee is hosting a series of activities to strengthen your faith at Rizal Park.
At the Kanlungan ng Sining, devotees and park-goers can visit the Interactive Stations of the Cross, conceptualized by Reverend Father Jesus Madrid Jr. Running from March 30 to April 5, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., the installation offers visitors a chance to quietly reflect on Christ’s journey in an immersive setting.
Hoppy Easter Garden
Take this as a sign to make that quick Tagaytay getaway a reality, as Twin Lakes Hotel is set to hold a "Hoppy Easter Garden" party on April 5 as a magical way to cap off the weekend.
Set in a whimsical garden-inspired venue, the Easter celebration is packed with activities for kids and kids at heart. Families can enjoy a snacks buffet, join an adventurous egg hunt, and be wowed by a magic show, before ending the day with a dazzling light show that adds an extra sparkle to the holiday.
You can also look forward to face painting, inflatable playgrounds, a cookie decorating station, and charming photo booth keepsakes. To make the event even more exciting, the hotel is also preparing loot bags, a colorful costume contest, and a raffle draw filled with exclusive prizes.
The fee to attend the event is P1,850 for persons 13 years and above and P1,300 for those who are 12 years old and below.
The Fun Farm
The Fun Farm in Santa Rosa, Laguna, also has an exciting Easter event planned that'll make families have an appreciation for the great outdoors.
The farm is turning its Nature Trail into a whimsical wonderland on April 5, featuring activities such as an Easter egg hunt, arts and crafts, a Mad Hatter hat making, a fairy garden making, a magic show, whimsical games with prizes, a tea party, and face painting.
The special Easter program runs from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., but guests are welcome to enjoy the rest of The Fun Farm during regular hours from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Rates are set at P3,350 per child and P700 per adult companion.
Chunk and Dunk Philippines
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If your ideal Holy Week hang involves sweet treats and discovering something new, Chunk and Dunk is making its much-awaited Philippine debut on April 5 at Eastwood City.
The viral Malaysian dessert brand is finally bringing its famous croffles to local foodies. You can choose from a variety of mouthwatering toppings to satisfy your cravings, whether it's Matcha and Milk Chocolate or Lotus Biscoff and Chunky Peanut.
