This weekend marks the start of the long Christmas season, and the metro is brimming with exciting events.
Music lovers can look forward to performances from both local and international artists at the Big Dome, while fans of Thai dramas can catch their favorite actors up close at special fan meets.
For those eager to get a head start on holiday shopping, the Wise Bazaar Fair and Purveyr Fair offer a curated selection of locally made products, proudly crafted by Filipino entrepreneurs. Meanwhile, health and wellness enthusiasts can take part in a special event where experts will share insights on living a healthier lifestyle.
Here’s a roundup of curated events happening from Sept. 5–7:
Sept. 5-6: WISE Bazaar Year 2
Bayan Academy, in partnership with Wells Fargo, is bringing back the WISE Bazaar for its second year on Sept. 5–6 at the Outdoor Area of Market! Market in Taguig City from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The two-day event will showcase products from 30 women-led businesses. Attendees can explore a diverse selection of food, fashion, cosmetics, handicrafts, homeware, and lifestyle items—while directly supporting local women micro-entrepreneurs.
The Women’s Initiative for Sustainable Enterprises, spearheaded by Bayan Academy, is an initiative made to provide women entrepreneurs with training, mentorship, and networking opportunities. Many of the featured entrepreneurs are graduates of the Great Women Entrepreneurship program and other WISE interventions.
Sept. 6: ‘PitBabe: Level Up’ Fan Meeting
The cast of the hit Thai BL series Pit Babe: Season 2 is set to hold a fan meeting in Manila on Sept. 6 at the UP Theater.
All 13 members—Pooh, Pavel, Sailub, Pon, Ping, Nut, Benz, Garfield, Michael, Topten, Pop, Lee, and Milk—will join the event.
The fan meeting will feature performances, interactive segments with fans, and exclusive behind-the-scenes moments.
Organized by Wish Luck Entertainment, the event is part of the group’s global tour following the release of the second season of Pit Babe the series, which ended last July.
Tickets remain available at wishusluck.helixpay.ph, with ticket prices starting at P3,665.
Sept. 5-7: HWONFEX 2025
Health and wellness event HWONFEX 2025 returns on Sept. 5–7 at the SMX Convention Center.
Visitors can consult with health professionals as well as experience and learn about traditional Filipino healing practices and herbal remedies. Early attendees may also avail themselves of free vaccinations courtesy of the Department of Health.
This three-day event is co-presented by the Wellness Tourism Association of the Philippines, in partnership with the Department of Tourism and the Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care.
Sept. 5-7: DRT Diving & Resort Travel Expo
Diving enthusiasts are in for a treat as the largest diving expo in Asia, the DRT Expo, comes to the Philippines at the SMX Convention Center from Sept. 5-7.
Launched in 2009, the event aims to support business partners while inspiring more people to embrace diving and marine conservation.
Visitors can explore the latest dive gear from top brands, enjoy stunning underwater photo exhibits, shop for ocean-themed crafts at the Ocean Market, join fun activities and family zones, and win prizes through lucky draws. DRT Show Philippines members also get discounted tickets, on-site EZDIVE Magazine deals, and free entry to the official Lucky Draw.
You can buy tickets through the EZDive app, with more details on the DRT Expo website.
Sept. 6-7: Purveyr Fair 2025
Purveyr Fair 2025 is here, and this time with Japan’s ABC Mart.
Launched in 2017 as Pursuit Fair, it has become a yearly showcase of an ever-expanding celebration of Filipino ingenuity through media, events, and community.
This year’s edition, hailed as the “biggest and most ambitious” event to date, features more than 100 homegrown retail brands, 24 distinct food and drink concepts, and 15 exciting collaborations with partners and creative communities all under one roof.
The event will be on Sept. 6 to 7 at the World Trade Center tent in Pasay City, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets are still available at purveyr.helixtickets.asia or visit Purveyr Plaza at The Atrium of Makati.
