LIST: Curated Valentine’s Day events, experiences across the Metro
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner—have you made any plans yet?
February, the month of love, is the perfect time to celebrate and appreciate the special people in our lives, whether it’s a partner or close friends.
If you’re looking to skip the usual roses, chocolates, and dinner reservations, we’ve rounded up a variety of fun and meaningful date ideas for you to try. From concerts and creative experiences to shopping sprees and fun runs, there’s something for everyone. Read on.
"Champions of the Heart" at Newport World Resorts
Experience an unforgettable night of music at the Champions of the Heart concert this February 14 at 8 p.m., held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom, Newport World Resorts.
Be serenaded by some of OPM’s most powerful voices—Martin Nievera, Sofronio Vasquez, Jed Madela, Jona, and Klarisse de Guzman—as they perform timeless love songs, captivating solo numbers, and exclusive special collaborations.
Tickets are priced at P3,800 (Bronze), P5,800 (Silver), P8,500 (Gold), P11,000 (VIP), and P13,500 (SVIP). You may secure them via Ticketworld outlets and online, as well as at Newport World Resorts Box Office.
Galentine's card-making workshop at Anko
For the love month, Anko, an Australian home and lifestyle brand, is hosting a Galentine’s card-making workshop at Anko TriNoma on Feb. 14 at 4 p.m., plus a special Arrange Your Own Bouquet session.
Plus, Anko Club members can get exclusive perks. If you shop from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and reach a minimum spend of P500, you can avail of free candle calligraphy to personalize your Anko candles.
Moonlit Symphonies at Masungi
Escape the bustling streets of the Metro and have a quiet date night at Masungi Georeserve in Rizal. They are holding Moonlit Symphonies, offering an intimate, four-hour immersion in nature.
The evening unfolds in three stages that guide you along the trails. It begins with a sunset city view accompanied by an intimate trio performing a mix of contemporary hits and timeless classics.
As night falls, guests gather in a pine grove for a shared dinner, which is co-curated by Trining’s Kitchen Stories, whose cooking is deeply inspired by memories of home and Filipino culinary nostalgia. It is inspired by the rich food culture of the Rizal–Quezon–Laguna corridor.
The experience runs from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at P4,800 per guest, inclusive of a full meal and the evening's performances. All the proceeds go straight to Masungi’s reforestation and conservation work.
Other dates available than Valentine's Day are Feb. 17, Tuesday; Feb. 21, Saturday; Feb. 28, Saturday. Register here.
PAWS FURst date
If roses and chocolates aren’t your thing, why not go on a date with some cute, furry friends? The Philippine Animal Welfare Society is hosting its annual FURst Date, giving you the chance to spend time with—and shower much-needed love on—rescued animals.
There are three ways to join the FURst Date experience. First, you can visit the PAWS Shelter along Aurora Boulevard corner Katipunan Avenue in Quezon City, and enjoy a 30-minute date with a rescued animal for P750. This in-person option is available from February 13 to 15.
If you’re too far from the shelter, you can still bond with the rescues through a Zoom date on Feb. 9 and 10 for P500.
And if you can’t make it on any of the scheduled dates but still want to help, you can sponsor a date in any amount, which will benefit the volunteers and the rescued animals. Book your FURst date here.
Battle of Manila memorial walk in Binondo
For a unique date, join the Battle of Manila memorial walk in Binondo on Feb. 1, which also commemorates the 81st anniversary of the historical event.
Guests will trace back to the 1945 timeline, visiting buildings and streets that saw fire, massacre, and systematic destruction. This initiative is brought by the Nilad Community, as part of its commitment to deepen public awareness of the city’s history and heritage preservation. The tour will be from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The ticket costs P1,000 per guest, inclusive of a guided tour by Kenny Tai and Anson Yu, as well as the Battle of Manila Commemoration Stamp Book, which has an illustrated strip of notable sites destroyed during World War II. (Here's a tip: You can collect stamps on every walk!)
If you want to complete the whole tour, the memorial walks in Malate, Intramuros, and Ermita are happening on Feb. 21, 22, and 28, respectively, with Xiao Chua, Diego Torres, Andrei Julian, and Anne Julian serving as tour guides.
Registration per walk closes on Thursdays at 12:00 noon, or until slots are full. Book your slot here.
Ring and keychain making at Central Square BGC
Make Valentine’s Day extra special with a creative pottery date. Pottery Barn and Studio Matisse are hosting a hands-on workshop where couples can craft their own clay rings and keychains, perfect keepsakes to remember the day.
The workshop is priced at P3,600 per pair, inclusive of all clay, tools, materials, professional instruction, and a polymer workshop for two. Each participant will create handcrafted clay rings and clay keychains to take home.
The session runs from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Pottery Barn in Central Square BGC. Register through this link. Solo participants are also welcome—simply reach out to Studio Matisse for accommodation.
Watch About Us But Not About Us
If you missed the screening of About Us But Not About Us, catch its live stage adaptation starting Feb. 14 at Power Mac Center Spotlight Blackbox Theater.
The film follows the literature professor (Romnick Sarmenta) and a student (Elijah Canlas) who were about to unravel secrets and lies over the course of a meal.
The staging stars Canlas and Sarmenta, who will reprise their roles from the film, as well as Epy Quizon.
The show runs until March 8. Get your tickets here.
Love at First Stride at Uptown Bonifacio
In your running era? Celebrate Valentine’s (or Galentine’s) Day with your special someone at the Love at First Stride Run at Uptown Bonifacio on Feb. 12, 5:30 p.m.
Flying solo? No problem. Run on your own and connect with fellow runners through speed dating and pace matching, guided by Coach Marites Nocyao, Southeast Asian Games 2023 gold medalist in obstacle course racing.
The event is open to the public. Select your pace here.
