Halloween Parties in Metro Manila 2022 (Photo: Baptiste Mg / Unsplash)
Cover Halloween Parties to Check Out in Metro Manila 2022 (Photo: Baptiste Mg / Unsplash)
Halloween Parties in Metro Manila 2022 (Photo: Baptiste Mg / Unsplash)

Find out what's happening in and around the metro this Halloween weekend

Haven’t sorted your plans for the weekend yet? Check out these 13 Halloween bonanzas happening around the metro, from live rock gigs to drag shows and other exciting parties to get you grooving through the spookiest season of the year.

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1. Unknwn: Supernatural

Location: Aberdeen Court, Poblacion, Makati City

Following their highly-anticipated return at Puerta Real Gardens last April, Unknwn presents their second event of the year this Saturday, October 29: their first-ever Halloween extravaganza with DJ sets by Bins, Xidu, Katsu, Xtina Superstar, and Tomas going back-to-back with NoClip. Be sure to nab your tickets soon—early bird tickets sold out in under 30 minutes.

See also: Katrina Razon Speaks to Tatler on the Return of UNKNWN this April 30

2. Nectar: Legends Halloween Drag Ball

Location: Nectar Nightclub, BGC

Join Drag Race Philippines Season One star Viñas DeLuxe this Saturday, October 29, at Nectar for the Legends Halloween Drag Ball with performances by The Nectarines and The Escandalo Boys.

See also: 7 Most Memorable Moments on 'Drag Race Philippines'

3. Futur:st: Honey and Dead Can Dance

Location: Futur:st, Poblacion, Makati City

This year, Futur:st is throwing two Halloween bashes over the long weekend. Come by on Saturday the 29th for Honey featuring DJs Marky, Austin, Jimmy J, Johan Kyle, and Xtina Superstar, plus a drag performance by Ms. Kiki.

On Monday the 31st, pop in for Dead Can Dance, with sets by Jer Dee, Papa Jawnz (Javier Pimentel), Manila Animal, and Samantha Nicole.

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4. Elephant: Cinemaccluh 2022

Location: Dirty Kitchen speakeasy at Gravity Art Space, Quezon City

“A safe space created by queer people for queer people’’, Elephant gears up for Cinemaccluh 2022: a Halloween spectacular with a stacked lineup of live performers, drag queens, and DJs. Tickets are extremely limited, so grab yours now and get to work on your best horror cinema-inspired regalia.

See also: 10 Safe Queer Spaces in the Philippines: O Bar, Nectar, Fred's Revolucion

5. Xylo at The Palace: Paradigm

Location: Xylo at The Palace, BGC

Two nights not enough? Go all out at Xylo with their three-night Halloween celebration Paradigm, happening this Friday, October 28; Saturday, October 29; and Monday, October 31.

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6. Nokal: Disco Inferno

Location: Nokal, Makati Cinema Square, Legazpi Village, Makati City

Former Poblacion favourite Nokal is back in action with a fresh look and an all-new location. They’re hitting the ground running with a packed week, including the Disco Inferno Halloween Ball with DJs Coox Moreno, Manolet Dario, and Jason Soong, among others.

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7. Zild: Gabi ng Paniki

Location: Whitespace, Chino Roces Avenue Extension, Makati City

Singer-songwriter and all-around indie rock musician Zild celebrates the release of his new album, Medisina, with a costume party-slash-gig at Whitespace this October 29. Entitled Gabi ng Paniki, the event includes live performances by Zild, Ena Mori, One Click Straight, Megumi Acorda, and for one night only, Barbie’s Cradle—a rock group from the late 90s that disbanded in 2005.

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8. Oto: Shot Rattle & Roll

Location: Oto, Poblacion, Makati City

Enjoy a fun night of good music and great cocktails at Oto’s Shot Rattle & Roll party this Saturday, October 29. Be sure to come early and in costume—prizes are in store for the best dressed!

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9. Soupstar Music at 19 East: Oka Tokat

Location: 19 East, Sucat, Muntinlupa City

Relish a lively evening full of musical performances at 19 East, where Tanya Markova, Sandwich, Moonster88, 6cyclemind, and many more (including other 19 East regulars) take on the stage.

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10. Notorious Concepts: Pob Crawl

Location: Poblacion, Makati City

Swing by West 32, Notorious HQ, Alamat, and Japonesa to join Notorious Concepts’ Pob Crawl. Upon visiting the establishment, you will be presented with a Careless x Notorious Pob Crawl stamp card—simply purchase a drink at each venue and have it stamped by the bartender for a chance to join the exclusive Halloween party at the Careless Complex.

See also: Notorious Concepts: Meet The Restaurant Group Behind West 32, Japonesa, and More 

11. Sanctuary: Stranger Sanctuary

Location: Sanctuary, Poblacion, Makati City

Celebrate the spooky season at Sanctuary this Friday, Saturday, and Monday as the rooftop bar dons a supernatural look for the weekend. While tables have all been booked out, walk-ins will still be accommodated.

See also: 8 Rooftop Bars and Restaurants in Metro Manila

12. Cubao Expo: Cubao Hex

Location: Cubao Expo, Quezon City

If you’re itching to start the Halloween festivities, head to Cubao Expo this Thursday, October 27 for Cubao Hex with live bands, DJ sets, games, raffles, trick-or-treating, and a costume party in store for the night. 

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13. O Bar: Liberation

Location: O Bar, Julia Vargas Avenue, Manila

Join O Bar for their annual pride costume party Liberation this Saturday, October 29. Hosted by Tita Baby Azucarera, the event features drag shows, dance performances, and DJ sets throughout the evening, plus a costume contest, too.

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Lauren Golangco
Tatler Dining associate editor, Tatler Philippines
Tatler Asia
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About

Lauren’s love for food came much later in life than one would expect— an obsession awakened in the streets of Melbourne’s multicultural dining scene. Armed with this newfound passion, she returned to the Philippines determined to discover the best eats in her home country, with a personal advocacy to champion local cuisines and homegrown talent. Nothing is off-limits; if it’s delicious, it’s worth celebrating.

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As Tatler Dining associate editor, Lauren covers all things food and drink, from listing the latest openings in our monthly Dining Radar to interviewing chefs and bartenders about the biggest obstacles crippling the industry today. Beyond the digital space, she also organises Tatler Dining’s tentpole events, including Off Menu and Tatler Dining Kitchen, as well as the annual Tatler Best Philippines awards night and guide launch, detailing the best restaurants in the country.

For leads and event invites, contact her via lauren@tatlerphilippines.com or follow her on Instagram at @laurengolangco.

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