What to do in Manila this weekend (Oct. 20 – Oct. 22): Danish Film Festival, Regine Velasquez concert, Glitter Run

Whether you’re a true blue Manileño, someone who just moved here, or are just visiting, you’ve probably already noticed that there is never a lack of things to do in Manila. This is Coconuts Manila’s guide to everything you need to check out over the weekend. Peruse it, take note of everything that interests you, and don’t forget to let us know all about it.

Get a taste of some of Demark’s best films

Photo from Danish Film Festival 2017 Facebook event page.

Date: Oct. 19 – 22 (Thursday –  Sunday)

Venue: Shang Cineplex, Shangri-la Mall

There’s another foreign film festival this weekend! The 3rd Danish Film Festival will start this Thursday and run until Sunday at the Shangri-la mall cinemas. Catch the Oscar-nominated film After the Wedding among other critically acclaimed movies and improve your knowledge on Danish pop culture.

Catch Asia’s Songbird live in concert

Photo from Regine Velasquez Facebook page.

Date: Oct. 21, Saturday

Venue: Mall of Asia Arena

Regine Velasquez aka Asia’s Songbird is celebrating 30 years in the industry this year. As a treat to her fans, she will have a concert at the Mall of Asia Arena this Saturday titled R3.0. You can get your tickets at SMTickets.com.

Take “fun run” to another level 

Photo from COLOR Manila RUN Facebook page.

Date: Oct. 22, Sunday

Venue: SM Mall of Asia Grounds

Colored fun runs are great, but have you gone to one with glitter and foam? Color Manila’s Glitter Run happening this Sunday will have all those plus retro music you can run (and dance) to. You can also choose from a 3K, 5K, and 10K run so even inexperienced runners can join in on the fun.



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