The Smart City Convention Philippines 2026

“The National MILO® Marathon: 50th Anniversary ‘The Golden Run’” celebrates five decades of grassroots sports development and Filipino running culture. The nationwide series spans 15 races across the country, beginning on March 1 and concluding with the National Finals on Dec. 6 at Clark City, Pampanga.

The marathon’s multi‑city calendar includes races in Pasay City, Naga City, Sorsogon City, Davao City, General Santos City, Dipolog City, Cagayan de Oro City, Cebu City, Tagbilaran City, Dumaguete City, Bacolod City, Vermosa, Cavite, and Subic, Zambales. Each stop reflects the event’s mission to make competitive running accessible across regions while nurturing emerging talent.

Designed for runners of all levels, the MILO Marathon emphasizes discipline, determination, and community, offering participants the chance to challenge themselves while becoming part of a long‑standing national tradition. For many Filipino athletes, the series represents the starting line of a lifelong journey in sport.

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Spend an evening of candid conversations, complicated emotions, and unfiltered honesty with "Tagay Para Sa Ex," presented by Boxstage Manila and the FEU Center for the Arts. Written and directed by Dudz Teraña, the production runs on Aug. 8, 13, 15, and 22, and Sept. 5, 2026, at FEU Center for the Arts Studio, with performances scheduled at 3 PM and 7 PM.

Loosely inspired by Raymond Carver's acclaimed short story "What We Talk About When We Talk About Love," the play follows five contemporary professionals gathered for a drinking session that soon turns into an evening of self-reflection and emotional reckoning. As drinks flow and defenses begin to crumble, questions about romance, ambition, commitment, and life's defining choices take center stage.

Featuring characters whose experiences feel strikingly familiar, "Tagay Para Sa Ex" explores the messy realities of modern relationships through sharp dialogue, humor, and deeply relatable moments. Set inside a condominium gathering where every toast reveals another layer of truth, the production offers an intimate look at the conversations people have about love, heartbreak, and the search for meaning when the past refuses to stay buried.

Tickets are available at P500 for Regular admission and P800 for VIP admission.

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Step into the warm and intimate world of PATLANG, a unique café theater experience presented by Act Avenue as part of Coffee Chapters' 3rd Anniversary Celebration. Taking place on Aug. 22 and 29, 2026, from 7 PM to 9 PM at Coffee Chapters, this special production brings together original Filipino storytelling, live music, dance, poetry, and meaningful conversations in a cozy café setting. Admission is P600, inclusive of one complimentary handcrafted coffee beverage.

The evening features three original one-act plays that explore human connection, reflection, and personal transformation. Audiences can journey through "Stop Over," written by Alex Baylon, a heartfelt story about friendship and life's unexpected turns; "The Interview," written by Kim Anthony Vergara, which follows a bride-to-be confronting her past before moving toward her future; and "I'm Fine, Darling," another work by Alex Baylon that blurs the line between performance and reality through an unexpected blind date encounter.

With only 50 seats available per performance, PATLANG creates an immersive experience where theater, community art, and shared conversations come together. Get your tickets now!

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Step into a world of insight and intuition at TarotConPH 2025 – The Gathering of Masters, the Philippines’ premier convention for Tarot and the Intuitive Arts. Returning for its third edition, this year’s event unites the country’s largest community of Tarot readers, energy healers, intuitive practitioners, and spiritual enthusiasts for an empowering weekend of learning, connection, and inspiration.

Expect a powerhouse lineup of speakers and mentors from across the fields of Tarot, Energy Healing, Intuitive Arts, and Mental Health—each offering workshops and talks designed to deepen understanding, enhance practice, and expand one’s awareness. Attendees can look forward to transformative sessions, networking opportunities, and meaningful exchanges that honor both tradition and innovation in the spiritual arts.

Whether a seasoned practitioner or a curious beginner, TarotConPH 2025 is the must-attend event for anyone serious about their path, practice, or profession. Immerse in the magic, wisdom, and community that make this gathering truly one of a kind.

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