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Vogue Philippines suggests some things to do and places to visit in and around Metro Manila this November 2025, focusing on initiatives that highlight craft, community, and culture.
As the holiday season approaches, film festivals, workshops, closet sales, and art exhibitions are filling up our days this month. From Night School at Comuna to this year’s QCinema, take a look at the activities and events happening in Metro Manila this November.
Mga Munting Alaala
This November 7, Tarzeer Pictures presents Eric Bico’s first solo exhibition, “Mga Munting Alaala.” Described as a “delicate trail of interactions,” the exhibition comes from a repository of material found and created over the years, a reminder for Bico about why he creates images. The exhibition will run from November 7 to December 20, 2025.
Bar Boys The Musical
Starting November 7, Bar Boys: The Musical begins a new run. A stage adaptation of the film of the same title, he musical follows the journey of four friends, Erik, Chris, Torran, and Josh, hoping to become lawyers and change the world. The show will run from November 7 to 23, 2025, at Hyundai Hall, Arete, Quezon City. For tickets, visit ticket2me.net.
Cinemalaya 21 Goes UP
Right after its successful run last October, Cinemalaya returns with screenings of six full-length features from this year’s edition at the UPFI Film Center. From November 12 to 14, cinephiles can catch screenings of Warla, Paglilitis, Padamlagan, Raging, Republika ng Pipolipinas, and Bloom Where You Are Planted. For more information, visit UPFI Film Center’s official social media page.
Night School
This month, Somewhere Else launches the first batch of Night School, an artist-led, after-hours workshop series. For the first batch of workshops, the series will cover Sensory Skills for Food & Beverage by Josh Trinidad, Experimental Short Filmmaking by Bea Mariano, and Indie Game Dev for Non-Coders by Agu Crisostomo. For more information, visit Somewhere Else’s official social media page.
Georgia Lakambini: A Pinay Pop Musical
From November 14 to December 14, 2025, Georgia Lakambini: A Pinoy Pop Musical will run at the Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez, CCP Complex. Based on the life of Gregoria de Jesus, the musical chronicles her journey from a “spirited girl in Caloocan” to the “Lakambini of the Katipunan.” For ticketing information, visit Tanghalang Pilipino’s official social media page.
QCinema 2025
From November 14 to 23, QCinema returns with the theme, “Film City.” With nine full-length sections and five short programs, this year’s edition offers an expansive showcase of world cinema. For more information, visit the official QCinema social media page or website.
Creatives Closet Sale
On November 15 and 16, bring your tote or eco bag to Siren Studios Makati for the second Creatives Closet Sale of the year. From 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, you can buy accessories, clothes, bags, and shoes, as well as costumes, furniture, old books, and magazines.
Gabbie Sarenas x Saan Saan
On November 15 and 16, Saan Saan Studio launches a new fragrance collection in collaboration with designer Gabbie Sarenas. Named “Sa Panaginip,” the collection is described as a fresh floral scent inspired by Carlos Siguion-Reyna’s 1991 romantic drama, Hihintayin Kiya Sa Langit. The fragrance will launch at Saan Saan Studio Store, Pasig City, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM on November 15 and 16, 2025.
Offshore Music Sunday Bazaar
This November 16, you can buy items from the closets of Filipino music artists at Offshore Music’s Sunday Bazaar. Participating artists include Ely Buendia, Shanne Dandan, Dani Mendoza, Marci, Dani Alta, and Diego’s Scenes. The bazaar will also have performances by Ligaya Escueta, Mt. Lewis, fitterkarma, Sexy Jay, Asian Panganay, and Antemudnane, as well as merchant booths and movie screenings. For more details, visit Offshore Music’s official social media page.
Hola Escolta 2025
For its third edition, Hola Escolta returns with its biggest event yet. This year, it will be held not just on one Saturday, but on two Saturdays: November 22 and 29. As always, the event will feature a street market, busking, tours, and workshops that celebrate the history and culture of Escolta, Manila. For more details, visit Hola Escolta’s official page.
Type Fair Philippines 2025
On November 29, Type Fair Philippines returns for its third year at Comuna, Makati City. A celebration of Filipino type and talent, the fair creates a space for the type community to come together. For more details, visit Type Fair Philippines’ official social media page or its official website.
Designers Holiday Bazaar
From November 29 to December 7, the Desginers Holiday Bazaar returns to Glorietta Activity Center, Palm Drive Activity Center, and Greenbelt 5 – The Gallery and Ampitheatre. This year, the bazaar will feature the works of top designers and emerging talents, presented by the Zobel sisters, Bea and Sofia. In addition to spotlighting designers, each purchase will support scholars and indigenous communities. For more details, visit Designers Holiday Bazaar’s official social media page.
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