What to do in May 2018

https://www.reddit.com/r/Philippines/comments/7vsath/what_to_do_in_may_2018/

created by the_yaya on 07/02/2018 at 01:01 UTC*

67 upvotes, 42 top-level comments (showing 25)

^Prepared for you by the_yaya[1].

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Post your tips on events and activities happening in May.

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Comment by Howbowduh at 07/05/2018 at 14:31 UTC

37 upvotes, 2 direct replies

The National Museum of Natural History will be opening this May 2018! Free admission. They are open Tuesdays - Sundays, 10 AM - 5 PM. Check out their new building

Comment by cpotatoes at 28/04/2018 at 11:16 UTC

30 upvotes, 2 direct replies

Sa mga malapit sa Ayala Malls Vertis North dyan, tuwing Wednesday may mga bandang tutugtog

May 2 - December Avenue

May 9 - Ransom Collective

May 16 - Ben&Ben

May 23 - IV of Spades

May 30 - Autotelic

and also sa May 31 nasa Ayala Mall Cloverleaf naman ang IV of Spades

Comment by [deleted] at 14/05/2018 at 09:43 UTC*

18 upvotes, 3 direct replies

Pwede ba ako mag aya ng inuman dito?

INUMAN sa Makati (pero near Taguig, Pasig, Pateros area)

Sabado, May 26 - 6pm onwards.

Redditors mga kasama, if may dala kang friend/s pwede naman!

Message niyo lang ako or telegram :)

Kung may nakakaalala pa sa luma kong account, RIP u/secretgirlfromph haha

Edit: Date

Comment by baconmushroom at 10/05/2018 at 09:43 UTC

16 upvotes, 2 direct replies

Guys, Escolta Block Party, May 19.

Comment by kixiron at 28/03/2018 at 15:44 UTC*

11 upvotes, 2 direct replies

To those who missed the first term of beginners' meditation classes last January[1], here comes the second term of the...

1: https://www.reddit.com/r/Philippines/comments/7c5zim/what_to_do_in_january_2018/ds62yg3/

#Free Zen Meditation and Mandarin Classes @ Ocean Sky Monastery

• **Beginners' Meditation (in English) Class A** - May 15 to July 31 (every Tuesday) - 7:30 to 9:30 PM
• **Beginners' Meditation (in English) Class B** - May 19 to Aug. 4 (every Saturday) - 2:30 to 4:30 PM
• **Mandarin Class** - May 27 to July 29 (every Sunday) - 2:00 to 3:30 PM

To register, click this link and select the class of your choice.[2] To go to Ocean Sky, here are the directions.[3]

2: http://oceanskyzen.org/wp/class/registration/

3: https://www.google.com.ph/maps/place/Ocean+Sky+Chan+Monastery/@14.597989,121.0360484,17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x3397c82bef046cc3:0x66ac1bc155736d92%218m2%213d14.597989%214d121.0382371

• *Additional information**

• All classes are free of charge. We are supported by your generous donations.
• The Mandarin Class is only open to those who will take the Meditation Classes.
• Beginners' classes are open to the public. *All participants should be in good psychological and physical health.*
• When coming to the monastery to register for class, you will be asked to fill a formal registration form. Please show one valid proof of identification, and submit one 2×2 inch recent picture.
• **Dress code**: wear meditation uniform or any comfortable and modest attire and SOCKS. Optional meditation clothing may be obtained at the monastery. *Do not wear low cut dresses/blouses, short skirts, short pants, or go bare feet.*

May you all be well!

Comment by hermitina at 03/05/2018 at 02:28 UTC*

11 upvotes, 5 direct replies

SA WAKAS Musical Play @ Circuit Makati Power MAC Center! Runs until May 27 only. Kitakits sa 2nd to the last show!

Prices range from 800-1500

Comment by [deleted] at 08/05/2018 at 06:36 UTC

11 upvotes, 2 direct replies

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Comment by kixiron at 21/04/2018 at 08:46 UTC*

11 upvotes, 2 direct replies

#Free Stock Market 101 Seminar @ the new Philippine Stock Exchange

• **What**: *Learn about basic stock market concepts, exchange traded funds, investment procedures, local trading schedule, and stock market quotations.*
• **When**: Tuesdays (May 8, 15, 22 and 29) and Saturday (May 26), 10AM to 12NN
• **Where**: 6/F PSE Tower, 5th Avenue corner 28th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City[1]

Here's the link to the PSE Academy website[2] to register!

1: https://www.google.com.ph/maps/place/Philippine+Stock+Exchange+Tower/@14.5514498,121.0449385,17z/data=%214m5%213m4%211s0x0:0xed88819c5fcb68ac%218m2%213d14.5514498%214d121.0471272

2: http://www.pseacademy.com.ph/LM/calendar.html

Comment by kixiron at 30/04/2018 at 20:15 UTC

10 upvotes, 0 direct replies

#r/FilmClubPH's 1ST ANNIVERSARY (Click here for more details!)

Comment by kixiron at 15/05/2018 at 04:52 UTC

9 upvotes, 0 direct replies

#Free Entrance @ Yuchengco Museum

• *What**: In celebration of International Museum Day, the Yuchengco Museum will open its door to all its exhibitions and galleries for free!

• *When**: Friday, May 18, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

**Where**: Yuchengco Museum, RCBC Plaza, Corner Ayala & Sen. Gil J. Puyat Avenues Makati 1200

Comment by kixiron at 21/04/2018 at 16:29 UTC*

8 upvotes, 0 direct replies

#MARUGOTO Japanese for Beginners Starter A1 Summer Intensive Course (Module 1 & Module 2) @ The Japan Foundation

• **What**: *The course is for beginners who are interested in the Japanese language and culture. Communicative language activities are provided and used within the context of Japanese settings, such as traveling, shopping etc. You will be able to speak simple Japanese right away.*
• **When**: Module 1: May 28 – June 13, 2018, Module 2: June 14 – June 28, 2018 (Mondays to Fridays)
• **Where**: The Japan Foundation, Pacific Star Building (23rd Floor), Makati Ave., Sen. Gil J. Puyat Ave, Makati, 1226 Metro Manila[1]
• **How much**: Module 1: ₱4,300, Module 2: ₱3,800, with a textbook fee of ₱600 for both modules

• *Additional information**:

1: https://www.google.com.ph/maps/place/The+Japan+Foundation,+Manila/@14.5614946,121.0243438,16.5z/data=%214m5%213m4%211s0x0:0x94293c406f8c0756%218m2%213d14.560976%214d121.027077

• Be at least 17 years of age and above to register.
• Submit duly accomplished application form to the JFM together with the payment **on/before MAY 18, 2018 (Friday / 9AM – 5PM)** (First-come, first-served basis), so register as soon as possible.
• **Reading and writing of Japanese characters will not be taken in the course.**

For the application form, payment details and other information, please click this link to access the course page.

Comment by CoinedAndMinted at 30/04/2018 at 03:19 UTC

8 upvotes, 3 direct replies

Every Tuesday night @ Mow's.

OPEN SIOMAIC!

Open Mic Standup Comedy from new, up-and-coming, and veteran comedians from the Philippines. Even you can try to make people laugh!

Comment by Pasencia at 04/05/2018 at 15:01 UTC

8 upvotes, 0 direct replies

Alam ko may Komikon sa May 19-20 sa Southmall. Uncle Pol Medina will be there

Comment by JMGinChan at 04/05/2018 at 17:21 UTC

9 upvotes, 0 direct replies

If you are from Cebu and love to do or watch cosplay, there will be a cosplay competition hosted by Yoshinoya at SM City Cebu this May 25.

Comment by ratbus69 at 04/05/2018 at 18:23 UTC

9 upvotes, 2 direct replies

Pahiyas Festival May 15 Lucban, Quezon

Comment by danuhpl0x at 05/05/2018 at 14:19 UTC

8 upvotes, 0 direct replies

**FANFES MANILA 2018** ##SMX Convention Center, SM Aura, Taguig City

Fanfes Manila is a bustling convention and marketplace that puts the spotlight on fan-derived and original content, and content creators.

The event features all kinds of creators from artists, video producers, game developers and more. It’s also a showcase for local talent to produce original as well as fan-derived work. It is also a venue for artists to meet with their fan base and celebrate their passion and creativity.

Ticket prices can be found here

Comment by kixiron at 15/05/2018 at 04:41 UTC

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#Open House @ Alliance française de Manille

• *What**: Come to Alliance française de Manille’s Open House and get a taste of our French classes. All FREE! Enjoy a full day of fun activities en français for all ages from kids to adults. No prior French required. FREE & OPEN TO ALL — Invite your friends!

• OUR PROGRAMME*

10AM-12AM • FREE TRIAL French classes for adults, kids & teens• Wine tasting • Information booths

12NN – 1PM • Information session to study in France by Campus France

2PM • Movie screening – Karaoke en français

THROUGHOUT THE DAY• Book sale - Speed friending - Information booth• Open restaurant Le Coude Rouge

• All activities are free and first-come first-served.*

• *When**: Saturday, May 26, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

**Where**: Alliance française de Manille, 209 Nicanor Garcia Street, Bel-Air II (10.26 mi) Makati 1209

Comment by toreishi at 07/02/2018 at 03:11 UTC

8 upvotes, 0 direct replies

visit Bohol as the province celebrates fiestas all over the island for the whole month.

Comment by jer_jer at 09/05/2018 at 06:28 UTC

7 upvotes, 0 direct replies

Starbucks every Wednesday for the whole month of May.. P100 for Grande. May specific item nga lang

Comment by borjarnon at 15/05/2018 at 13:25 UTC

8 upvotes, 2 direct replies

PWR WRevolution X 2018

The biggest stars in Philippine Wrestling are looking to shine brightly in the country’s biggest professional wrestling event of the year. Join us as we return to the iAcademy Auditorium at H.V. Dela Costa, Makati City on May 20, 2018 as Philippine Wrestling Revolution presents WREVOLUTION X!

Just what can you expect from this massive professional wrestling event? Get to see the biggest double main event in Philippine Wrestling history, all PWR titles on the line, a crossover between Philippine Wrestling Revolution & Manila Wrestling Federation plus a whole lot more professional wrestling action that you can only see at PWR.

• *TICKET PRICES:**

Earlybird Tickets (until May 19th) – P350 each

Barkada Bundle (until May 19th) – P999 for 3 tickets

Wrevo X BIG Barkada Bundle (until May 19th, exclusively at partner sellers) – P1,500 for 5 tickets

Regular Tickets (May 20th, at the venue) – P400 each

Comment by iamsofreakinbored at 16/04/2018 at 04:09 UTC

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[YouTube FanFest Philippines 2018] (https://youtubefanfest.com/event/2018-ph[1]) on May 11 at World Trade Center in Pasay

1: https://youtubefanfest.com/event/2018-ph

Comment by periwinkleskies at 05/05/2018 at 05:39 UTC

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Fiesta bukas (May 5) sa Brgy. Mayondon, Los Baños, Laguna. Arat!

Comment by happydalandan at 14/05/2018 at 06:37 UTC

6 upvotes, 1 direct replies

• *AkyanCon 3.0. May 18-19, 2018 @ UP Diliman** open to everyone

An annual convention by UP Mountaineers which *'aims to enlighten participants on forest conservation and rehabilitation, ecotourism, wilderness risk assessment and outdoor preparedness'* with this year's theme Transformative Learning Beyond Mountaineering.

More details on their fb event page and here[1] There are also supplementary activities like bird watching and stargazing with limited slots.

1: http://akyatcon.upmountaineers.org/#programs

(I'm not part of the org, pangarap ko lang pumunta pero conflict sa schedule ng buhay ko)

Comment by kixiron at 09/02/2018 at 02:08 UTC*

6 upvotes, 1 direct replies

#Beginning Zen Orientation Workshop

• What: *A 3-part weekend workshop series intended for the new practitioner or student who wants a foundational and experiential background in Zen.*
• Where: **UP Bonsai Garden** (click here to see map)[1]
• When: **The first 3 Sundays of May, 9am to 5pm**
• Part 1 - **May 6**
• Part 2 - **May 13**
• Part 3 - **May 20**

For more information, questions or to reserve a slot, please **click here!**[2]

1: https://zencentermanila.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/mapbgzc.jpg

2: https://zencentermanila.wordpress.com/contact-us/

• *NOTE TO ATTENDEES:**

• What to Wear*: When you come to the zendo for seminars, workshop orientations or sitting meditation be sure to wear non-eye catching, loose and comfortable clothing that covers most of your skin. Loose fit long pants and below the knee skirts are recommended. Colors should be subdued and solid, without writing or distracting prints. Also, no cell phones in the zendo. If you happen to have it with you, be sure all notification noises and vibrations are turned completely off.

• There is a ₱200.00 suggested donation for every orientation workshop (total ₱600 for 3 consecutive sessions). If you can’t afford the suggested donation, please pay an amount that is within your means. Everyone is welcome.*

Comment by kixiron at 08/05/2018 at 08:55 UTC*

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Vesak Day (Buddha's Birthday) Celebrations @ Wisdom Park[1]

• *What**: A celebration of the Buddha's birth, enlightenment and demise, with dharma talks, life release, and other events, along with a free vegetarian lunch.

1: https://scontent.fmnl4-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/31961357_1774784245901684_2709726813013147648_n.jpg?_nc_cat=0&amp;oh=b824369ccad8877f921224397b84541c&amp;oe=5B958FC3

**Where**: Wisdom Park, Broadway Ave, New Manila, Quezon City, Metro Manila

• *When**: Tuesday, May 29, 10 AM to 12 NN ~~and 2 PM to 6 PM~~ (Lunch will be served at 12 NN)

To register, you can reach Wisdom Park @ 721-0510 / 0939-374-3614 or email them at wisdomparkph@gmail.com