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.
Watch a play and learn a thing or two
While many still don’t understand why President Rodrigo Duterte would suspend classes on the day that marks Ferdinand Marcos’ declaration of martial law 45 years ago, we can all agree that we all still need to learn about those dark days in Philippine history right?
Catch the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) production A Game of Trolls and learn about some of the violence and human rights violations that happened during that time. The show started running early this month but what better time to watch it than now?
Date: Sept. 2 – 30 (ends next Saturday)
Venue: PETA Theater Center, 5 Eymard Drive, New Manila, Quezon City
Try not to freak out but you’ll finally get to meet Nam Joo Hyuk this weekend
You guys, Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo‘s Nam Joo Hyuk is going to be here this weekend and you can meet him. Hurry and get your tickets at Ticketnet. Oh, and don’t forget to ask if he likes Messi.
Date: Sept. 23, Saturday
Venue: Kia Theatre, 7-u General Malvar Ave, Cubao, Quezon City
Help revive the walled city
Intramuros isn’t just for going back in time, it’s also high-time we mix the new with the old in the ancient walled city. Get into the routine of going to the area when you go to the Intramuros Open House this weekend and enjoy activities like a bicycle tour and botanical walk. Entrance to Fort Santiago, Baluarte de San Diego, and Casa Manila will be free. Just think of all the insta-worthy backdrops!
Date: Sept. 23 – 24 (Saturday – Sunday)
Venue: Intramuros, Manila
