What's On MNL: Run Fur Life - K-Pop Edition, Plus 9 Amazing Events

From the Run Fur Life: K-Pop Edition — where you and your furry friends can join a fun run for a great cause — to the Travel Sale Expo 2024 with exclusive deals and K-Pop performances, Manila brings a diverse lineup of events for every interest this week.

Sign up for baking workshops, register for this year's ultimate wedding fair, or get tickets for South Korean star Jang Ki Yong's fan meeting. Check out more events and deals in our curated list!

1. Maker and Made BGC Bread Workshops (September 2024)

Master the art of sourdough baking at Maker & Made BGC's September Bread Workshops! Enjoy hands-on sessions, light snacks, and freshly baked goods. Multiple dates are available for booking. Perfect for baking enthusiasts and food lovers! For registration details, check out the event card below.

2. The Empress Comfort Flavors

The hearty cold-season comfort food is here! The Empress Dining Palace offers delectable The Empress Comfort Flavors sets which include congee with pork balls and century eggs, steamed pork and shrimp dumplings with crab roe, and crispy fried shrimp wonton dumplings! Available daily from 11 AM to 11 PM at C2 Building, BGC, or order through Grab Food and foodpanda.

3. BENCH Baby and Kids Fair 2024: #BenchBabyFiesta

Mark your calendars for the BENCH Baby and Kids Fair 2024: #BenchBabyFiesta, slated on Sept. 26-29 at the Playground of Bench Tower, BGC, Taguig City. This festive event channels nostalgic favorites while introducing Filipino culture to the newer generation. Fun activities and great surprises await the entire family, including the iconic Pinoy fiesta game, "pabitin," where kids can catch yummy prizes sponsored by Oishi!

4. Travel Sale Expo 2024

Head to the Travel Sale Expo 2024 from Sept. 27-29 at Megatrade Hall, SM Megamall, and score up to 75% off on flights, hotels, and more! With K-Pop performances, roundtrip ticket giveaways, and exclusive travel deals, this is an event you can’t miss. Experience the joy of travel at unbeatable prices!

5. Wedding Expo Philippines - The Best Bridal Fair of 2024

Calling all brides and grooms-to-be! Ready to say "I do" in style? Join the 43rd Wedding Expo Philippines - The Best Bridal Fair of 2024 on Sept. 28-29 at SMX Convention Center Manila, featuring over 150+ top wedding suppliers and free food tastings. Stand a chance to win luxury stays, wedding rings, and more! Free admission with pre-registration.

6. Mystic Market: A New Age Art and Merch Fair

Check out artworks and merch by over 100+ artists and makers at the Mystic Market: A New Age Art and Merch Fair, happening on Sept. 28, from 10 AM to 8 PM, at the Gimenez Gallery, UP Diliman. Ideal for art enthusiasts and those seeking unique, magical artwork! This merch fair is co-presented by Sticker Con MNL and Crafting Cauldron. Entry: P100.

7. Go! Study Abroad Fair (September 2024)

Explore global education opportunities at the Go! Study Abroad Fair on Sept. 28, 1 PM to 5 PM at SMX Convention Center Aura. Meet representatives from over 40 institutions and learn about scholarships, fee waivers, and free school applications and visa services. For more details, click the event card below!

8. Jang Ki Yong 'Beautiful Day' Fan Meeting in Manila

Fans of South Korean actor and model, Jang Ki Yong, are in for a treat as he brings his much-anticipated Asia Fan Meeting Tour, "Beautiful Day," to Manila on Sept. 28 at Samsung Hall, SM Aura. Jang Ki Yong is best known for his roles in popular dramas such as "My Roommate is a Gumiho," "Now, We Are Breaking Up," and "Atypical Family."

9. Run Fur Life - K-Pop Edition

#RunFurLife is back! This year's fun run is set for Sept. 29, with a 6 AM gunstart at Bridgetowne, Pasig. Organized by the Animal Kingdom Foundation (AKF), this edition combines a love for animals and K-Pop in a unique and energetic event. Whether running solo or with your furry companion, your participation will help support rescued pets at AKF’s Rescue & Rehabilitation Center in Capas, Tarlac. Register now!

10. Heroes Convention Ph Anime & Comics Fan Expo

Don't miss the Heroes Convention Ph Anime & Comics Fan Expo from Sept. 30 to Oct. 6 at SM Center Las Piñas. Expect an impressive collectibles display, free console games, Pokémon Trading Card Game tutorials with games and trivia, and the highly anticipated cosplay contest and Lip Sync Battle: Cosplay Edition. Free entry!