What's On MNL: Cinemalaya 2024, World Food Expo Manila 2024, & More

Manila’s event scene serves a mix of film, food, and fun this week! Cinemalaya 2024 brings the best of independent cinema, while WORLD FOOD EXPO MANILA 2024 showcases culinary innovations and delights. Don't miss the premiere screening of K-Pop girl group BLACKPINK's "BORN PINK" World Tour in cinemas, too.

Ready for an adventure? Explore What’s On Manila and make the most of the city’s vibrant offerings!

1. China Blue by Jereme Leung

Celebrate Mid-Autumn with Conrad Manila's China Blue by Jereme Leung's Moonlit Opulence Mooncake Gift Box for P4,888 net (Early Bird Special Rate). Each box includes four assorted mooncakes with distinct flavors, like Baked Mixed Nut Salted Caramel paired with 100% organic premium green tea. Check the discounted bulk order rate via the deal card below.

2. CCP’s National Theatre Live - 'Dear England' x 'King Lear'

CCP’s National Theatre Live presents "Dear England" at Ayala Greenbelt 4 and "King Lear" at Ayala Malls Vertis North and Ayala Center Cebu on July 30 at 6 PM. Filmed live in high definition from London stages, these performances bring a cinematic theater experience to Philippine audiences. Tickets are priced at P350 for Vertis North, and P300 for Greenbelt and Cebu, with a student rate of P150. Get your tickets now!

3. 'Empower Yourself: Find Personal Clarity' Session

Join OneCore's "Empower Yourself: Find Personal Clarity" session on July 31 from 6 PM-8 PM at The Study at Enderun. Learn guiding principles for self-care, growth, and balance. Free registration with limited slots available! Sign up now to secure your spot.

4. WORLD FOOD EXPO (WOFEX) MANILA 2024

Mark your calendars for all things food, as WOFEX Manila runs from July 31 to Aug. 3 at the SMX Convention Center and the World Trade Center. Discover premium F&B products and cutting-edge machinery, and witness the 2024 Philippine Culinary Cup (PCC) competition. This event is open to trade visitors and the general public. For details, click the event card below.

5. BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR 'BORN PINK' Pre-Screening Fan Event

Filo BLINKS! Don't miss the BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR 'BORN PINK' Pre-Screening Fan Event on July 31 at Greenhills Promenade for a chance to win free cinema tickets before BLACKPINK's highly anticipated movie hits theaters. The event includes a quiz bee, a random play dance, a special performance by KATHA, and a BLACKPINK photo booth. Find out how to participate via the event card below!

6. Philippine Scale Model Show 2024

The first-ever Philippine Scale Model Show is happening at Ayala Malls Manila Bay from Aug. 1-4. Organized by IPMS Philippines, Mechapinoy, the Brickyard, and Ayala Malls, this event features top modelers, judges, and vendors from Southeast Asia. Attendees can browse an impressive array of models, including armor, aircraft, automobiles, ships, sci-fi figures, and dioramas.

7. Cinemalaya 2024

ICYMI: Cinemalaya is back from Aug. 2-11 at Ayala Malls Manila Bay, celebrating its 20th year with the theme “Loob, Lalim, Lakas.” This year's festival features 10 short films and 10 full-length movies. Notable entries include "Balota" by Kip Oebanda starring Kapuso actress Marian Rivera, "The Hearing" by Lawrence Fajardo and Honee Alipio starring Mylene Dizon, and "Love Child" starring real-life couple Jane Oineza and RK Bagatsing.

8. Do You Hear the People Sing?

"Do You Hear the People Sing?" makes its grand return to Manila on Aug. 2-3 at 8 PM at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. This fundraising concert, celebrating Boublil and Schönberg's musical legacy, features hits from "Les Misérables," "Miss Saigon," and more. Tickets range from P5,550 to P27,750, with proceeds benefiting the Upskills+ Foundation.

9. ASIAN FESTIVAL 2024

The 10-day Asian Festival 2024 is coming to Lucky Chinatown Atrium this Aug. 2-11. Catch the One Piece and Anime Festival on Aug. 3-4 and the Otaku Musika Festival 2024 on Aug. 10-11. Highlights include cosplay competitions, anime singing competitions, performances, and an anime & toy bazaar. Free admission!

10. Scott's Playground in a Box

Drop by the BGC Amphitheater on Aug. 3 from 10 AM-9 PM for Scott's Playground in a Box, where kids can have a blast with a giant board game featuring active games and brain challenges. There will also be giveaways of Scott’s Vitamin C Pastilles and DHA gummies. Don't miss out on this event that combines health, education, and entertainment in one giant board game adventure!