Check out this week’s must-see gigs, parties, events, and more!
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Wednesday, June 12
Stop. Look. Listen. This Independence Day
Where: Eastwood Central Plaza, Libis, Quezon City
Why you should go: Be a Freedom Warrior this Independence Day with Dakila’s all-star concert featuring Up Dharma Down, Radioactive Sago Project, Noel Cabangon, and many more!
Other details: Concert starts at 9:30 a.m.
Freedom Rocks! An Independence Day Concert
Where: Gateway Park, Araneta Center Cubao, Quezon City
Why you should go: Watch OPM bands Join The Club and Tanya Markova face off in this Independence Day concert! Plus, free entrance! Activities also include a freedom wall, face painting, drinking games, etc.
Other details: Concert starts 5:30 p.m.
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It’s More Fun in the Republiq of the Philippines
Where: Republiq Club, Second Level, Newport Mall, Resorts World Manila, Pasay City
Why you should go: An all-star lineup for an all-star day! Don’t miss Ace Ramos, Mars Miranda, and special guest DJs Joey Osmena and Sandro Marcos.
Other details: For table reservations call +639175508888
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Rico Blanco Live at Music Museum
Where: Music Museum, Greenhills, San Juan
Why you should go: OPM icon Rico Blanco transforms into his alter ego Fiesto Bandido when he takes the stage in his first major solo concert! He’ll be playing songs from his new album Galactik Fiestamatik and he will definitely include some of his timeless hits in his set.
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Revolution: A Benefit Gig for the Scholars of Colors & Doodles
Where: Funky Monkey Bar, Blk 136, Lt 29, Mindanao Avenue ext. Casa Milan, Fairview
Why you should go: Celebrate a rockin’ Independence Dwith Penguin and other great bands. P120 entrance fee, inclusive of a bottle of beer. Proceeds of the event goes to Colors and Doodles, a non-government organization that helps parents upstart their children’s education.
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Thursday, June 13
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Republiq Turns Three
Where: Republiq Club, Second Level, Newport Mall, Resorts World Manila, Pasay City
Why you should go: When one of the top 100 clubs in the world celebrates their anniversary, you know you shouldn’t miss it! Republiq Club is turning three and they’re celebrating with none other than superstar DJ Kaskade and the legendary Pete Tong!
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Friday, June 14
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Sander Van Doorn Live at Haze
Where: Club Haze, The Fort Strip, Taguig City
Why you should go: Watch Dutch electronic dance music producer and DJ Sander Van Doorn perform LIVE at Club Haze this weekend. Tickets are a bit pricey at P1000 (inclusive of two drinks) but seeing one of the world’s top DJs perform may all be worth it.
Other details: Reserve your tickets now by calling 0917-9318444 or 0917-8847333
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The Block Party
Where: Cubao Expo, Gen. Romulo St., Araneta Center, Cubao QC
Why you should go: THE Clothing will throw a party with bike, graffiti, music, art, and skate all in one night. Featuring performances by The Pharm, Anygma, Protege, The Diegos, Deuce Manila, there will also be a skating competition and a surprise live art performance.
Saturday, June 15
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Fete de la Musique
Where: A. Venue for the main stage, B-Side for the Indie Stage, Saguijo Bar for the Pop + Rock stage, Blue Leaf Bar for the Jazz stage, H&J for the Blues + Ska stage, Le Cafe Curieux for the Reggae and World Music stage
Why you should go: It’s one of the biggest annual music events in the country and you can go from one venue to the other to enjoy the different genres of music. This gives a whole new definition to "music tripping" and the gigs are absolutely free!
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#CutTheCrap
Where: Route 196, 196-A Katipunan Avenue Extension, Blue Ridge A, Quezon City
Why you should go: This gig will round up the #CutTheCrap #NoMoreButts campaign to raise awareness on the impact of cigarette butts on the environment. The event will feature Pedicab, Ciudad, Your Imaginary Friends, No Rome, Slow Hello and RomCom! 25% of proceeds will also go to Save Philippine Seas’ Pawikan Watchers’ Project.
Other details: Tickets for P200 via Artiste Connect or the Muni Pop-Up Shop Online but will be sold at P250 at the door during the event so get your tickets now!
