Don't sleep on Quezon City's nightlife scene.

The city is gearing up for its own cocktail crawl. Quezon City Cocktail Jamboree is set for Oct. 2 to 4, 2026, with eight Quezon City bars currently named as participants: 2B, After Hours, AKA, ReCraft, Bar.Flora, Ruby's Lounge, Old Times, and Wrong Door.

For its inaugural Jakarta Edition, these QC bars are teaming up with some of Indonesia's most exciting names for two nights of guest shifts before coming together for a grand finale. The current lineup offers an impressive snapshot of the bar scene as the city has increasingly become home to cocktail bars and speakeasies that raise the bar (pun intended) when it comes to the craft.

Among the names on the list is ReCraft, a speakeasy known for their all-black facade, bespoke-only Mondays, and friendly hospitality. Their offerings move between recognizable classics with a twist and more experimental creations. If you want a bar that can give you a drink based on vibes and not a fixed menu, ReCraft is up to the challenge.

ReCraft is hosting Rendy and Ronny from The Modernhaus, who will take over the bar on Oct. 3 at 10 PM. Currently No. 11 on Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026, the bar boasts a mid-century aesthetic paired with contemporary cocktails in an inviting, communal space — which, in a way, is reminiscent of ReCraft's space.

Bar.Flora, meanwhile, brings a softer, women-centered approach to cocktail culture. Their seasonal menus pair creative drinks with elaborate storytelling and presentation. Don't worry, their drinks not only bring the flair but the flavor as well.

The festivities are kicking off with Bar.Flora on Oct. 2 at 8 PM as they welcome Marsya and Marco of Cosmo Pony. Ranked No. 15 on Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026, Cosmo Pony is the Jakarta outpost of Singapore's Jigger & Pony group in partnership with Indonesia's The Union Group. Located at Grand Hyatt Jakarta, the cocktail bar pairs a sophisticated atmosphere with creative drinks rooted in the city and its flavors.

For something more intimate, Wrong Door lives up to their name: tucked beneath a Korean restaurant, the small speakeasy is all dim lighting, limited seating, and easygoing cocktails. It's a natural fit for quiet catch-ups, solo drinks, or conversations that require a little privacy.

Also on Oct. 2 is Aldo and Adam of Dualism's guest shift at Wrong Door at 10 PM. Built by Swillfam, the cocktail bar puts contrast at the heart of its concept, playing with duality across its drinks and overall experience.

Then there's After Hours, designed as a post-work destination for young professionals and cocktail enthusiasts alike. Their menu draws inspiration from Philippine myths and legends, while their al fresco area gives the bar a more casual edge.

Over at After Hours, Irfan and Niko of Between the Sips will also take over from 10 PM on Oct. 2. Ranked No. 73 on Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026, the bar uses what they call a "new-age scientific approach" to cocktails, with drinks tracing a journey to achieve clarity and perspective.

Ruby's Lounge adds its own element of surprise as a bar tucked inside a Max's Restaurant in Scout Tuazon. Unexpected, sure. But how often can you say that you grabbed a cocktail in a Max's?

On Oct. 3 at 10 PM, Ruby's Lounge will host Paulo and Karina of The St. Regis Bar Jakarta. Ranked No. 22 on Asia's 50 Best Bars 2025, the hotel bar combines Art Deco glamor, live jazz, and polished cocktails, with signatures like the Smoky Martini.

Head to Old Times on Oct. 2 at 8 PM for The Golden Tooth's Kenny and Sam. Currently No. 40 on Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026, the South Jakarta bar is built around cocktails and conversation, pairing an easygoing atmosphere with playful drinks inspired by familiar flavors.

Another guest shift on Oct. 3, beginning at 8 PM, is Bella and Vian of OSMO at 2B. The Kebayoran Baru speakeasy has made a home out of "bastardized classics" and a curated Solera Whiskey selection, served in a warm, laid-back setting.

At the same time (Oct. 3, 8 PM), AKA will welcome Elok, Demitria, and Vanya of Hats and Brats. The cocktail bar embraces duality as part of their identity and was named the Campari One to Watch 2026, and sits at No. 77 of the extended Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026 list.

The weekend culminates with The Gathering Grounds on Oct. 4 at Ruby Hall, Max's Restaurant, along Scout Tuazon Street. Doors open at 3 PM, with tickets priced at P500 per person and available from any of the eight participating QC bars. Each ticket includes entry to the event and two full cocktail servings from the booths, plus the chance to meet the visiting Jakarta bartenders, sample spirits and cocktails, and a lineup of activities that include a live DJ, piercing and tattoo sessions, and more.

Keep an eye out for more details as the event nears. In the meantime, check out our Ultimate Guide to Quezon City Bars and Speakeasies for places to raise a glass for every mood and vibe.

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