What's happening in Manila this weekend? SPOT.ph zeroes in on the events and happenings you shouldn't miss.

1. CHOOSE YOUR OWN (INDEPENDENCE DAY) ADVENTURE.

Manileños staying put this long weekend can watch local film masterpieces at The Filipino Screen in Market! Market!, party with homegrown music acts at Urbandidos in B-Side, or go on a free guided tour of The Diorama Experience at Ayala Museum. For a more Pinoy feel this weekend, read SPOT.ph's "10 Pro-Pinoy Things to Do for Your Country this Week."

2. GET INTO THE FIFA FOOTBALL FEVER.

See the sport's legends and root for your favorite team with other football aficionados at the live screening of the 2010 FIFA World Cup at the Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila starting on June 11. Watch for SPOT.ph's handy list on where to catch the much-awaited competition.

3. WATCH ACROBATS WEAVE A STORY.

Alliance Française de Manille and the French Embassy present "Appris par corps," a tour de force on June 10, 8 p.m. at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium. Using hand-to-hand acrobatics, a couple of young men explore their relationship onstage. Tickets are at P300 and students get P50 off.

4. SHOOT LIKE A PRO.

One of the country's leading photography instructors, Jay Alonzo, shares his expertise at Digital 101: Photography and the Computer on June 12 and 13, 9 a.m. at the Filipinas Heritage Library. Understand the photography process, go on shooting assignments and learn digital darkroom work in one weekend. For reservations, call 892-1801, text 0917-5594417, or email cruz.ct@ayalafoundation.org.

5. GO THEATER-HOPPING.

In the mood for action, drama, romance, or comedy? The metro's mainstream movie houses screen the freshest films this weekend. The Karate Kid, The A-Team and Emir all open this week, while the 15th French Film Festival ends on Sunday. Set your schedule with SPOT.ph's movie guide.