What's On MNL: Animahenasyon 19, A Christmas Carol The Musical, & More
From world-class animation and film festivals to holiday musicals, Manila is packed with events this week. Catch "Animahenasyon 19" screenings, enjoy "A Christmas Carol: The Musical," shop at "Noel Bazaar 2025," or explore French cinema at the "28th French Film Festival." Families can also shop and join activities at the Manila Mama & Baby Fair. Stay updated with The Beat Manila!
Animahenasyon 19: The 2025 Philippine Animation Festival
"Animahenasyon 19: The 2025 Philippine Animation Festival" is scheduled this Nov. 24-26. Created to uplift original content and champion Filipino animation on the global stage, Animahenasyon continues to nurture talent, spark collaboration, and celebrate a thriving creative community. Audiences can catch the Public Film Screening on Nov. 24 at 2 PM at The Red-Carpet Cinema, Shangri-La EDSA. The closing Public Film Screening is scheduled on Nov. 26.
A Christmas Carol: The Musical
"A Christmas Carol, The Musical" hits the Proscenium Theater from Nov. 29-Dec. 21. This adaptation features music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, reimagining Charles Dickens’ timeless story with sweeping melodies, rich storytelling, and heartwarming performances. Follow Ebenezer Scrooge as he encounters the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come, rediscovering kindness and redemption along the way.
Noel Bazaar 2025
Noel Bazaar celebrates 25 years of giving back! From humble beginnings to becoming the country’s most iconic holiday bazaar, Noel Bazaar has brought together entrepreneurs, artisans, and families. This milestone edition will have stops at Okada Manila, World Trade Center, and Filinvest Tent Alabang. There will be hundreds of merchants offering fashion, food, décor, and gifts. Each purchase supports causes through the GMA Kapuso Foundation and Inquirer Foundation.
28th French Film Festival
The "28th French Film Festival" runs Nov. 24–30 across multiple cinemas. The lineup includes new French films, heritage titles, standout animated works, and a spotlight on women in cinema. Cinephiles can look forward to titles such as "Partir un jour," "13 jours, 13 nuits," "Dracula: A Love Tale," "La Plus Précieuse des Marchandises," "Maya, Donne moi un titre," "Le Roi et l’Oiseau" and "Le Pharaon, le Sauvage et la Princesse." Don't miss it!
Manila Mama & Baby Fair - It Takes A Village
The Manila Mama & Baby Fair invites mothers, parents, and families to an end-of-year shopping celebration on Nov. 28–30 at Megatrade Hall 3. Guests can take advantage of discounts of up to 80%, plus short-window deals through the fair’s Flash Sale. The event also rewards active shoppers with its Shop and Score Giveaway, where accumulated receipts of P2,000 and P5,000 qualify for special raffles. The Ultimate Mama Shopper prize awaits the most dedicated buyer.
LOREM IPSUM - The Dogshow Divas Live Podcast Recording
Baus Rufo and Macoy Dubs bring Dogshow Divas: ‘LOREM IPSUM’ live to Brickwall, BGC, on Nov. 30. This 18+ live podcast and improv show features playful takes on viral debates, pop culture commentary, and office stories, all infused with the duo’s signature humor and improvisation. This is a must-see event for those seeking a lively and interactive experience with two of the Philippines’ most talked-about content creators. Fans may opt for a P1,000 meet-and-greet add-on.
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