BOO! It’s October. And it’s time for Halloween! Events for kids and adults are happening around the city starting this weekend up until October 31. Here are all the Davao Halloween Events 2019 happening.
Davao Halloween Weekend
The weekend is here and so are Halloween Events. RBG at Park Inn Davao kicks off the celebration with their Halloween Monster Bash.
On Sunday, October 27, more Halloween Events are happening around the city.
In the morning, Waterfront Insular Hotel will host brunch at 10 am at the Grand Agila Ballroom. The Halloween fun continues with trick or treat and other games and activities for the kids until the afternoon.
Gaisano Grand Citygate’s Spookyriffic Halloween activities will begin in the morning and will run the entire day.
Meanwhile, NCCC Mall Buhangin’s faBOOLous Halloween will start at 3 pm.
Ngilngig Asian Film Festival
Halloween in Davao is never complete without our own homegrown film festival: the Ngilngig Asian Fantastic Film Festival. It opened on October 25 and will run until October 29.
From what used to be a horror-genre festival, Ngilngig Festival has expanded its scope to become the first fantastic film festival of its kind in Southeast Asia, extending the reach to other neighboring countries’ “ngilngig” and fantastic films that are significant with our own ways of telling stories to promote and preserve our myths, traditions, history and culture into cinematic form.
Festival films and other featured films will be screened at the Cinematheque Davao.
Ngilngig Film Festival 2019
The festival will highlight short films in competition by Filipino and Asian filmmakers. It also features Full-Length Asian Films. Ngilngig will also screen films by Filipino Filmmakers. Bamboo Dogs by Khavn and Markado (The Moon Devourer) by Joe Bacus will be screened on Sunday, October 27. MedusAe (New Cut) by Pam Miras will have a Special Screening on Monday, October 28.
The Ngilngig Asian Fantastic Film Festival will also screen two Pinoy Classics: Magic Temple on Sunday, October 27 and Pantayin sa Sindak si Barbara on Monday, October 28.
Finally, A Short History of a Few Bad Things by Keith Deligero will close the festival on Tuesday, October 29. Closing Day will also feature a Ngilngig Showcase and an Experimental Shorts Exhibition.
Mall Events
Davao Halloween festivities will continue in malls around the city on October 30 and 31.
SM Davao Monstacular
SM Lanang Premier Spooktacular
Abreeza Shriektober
Take your pick. SM City Davao‘s Monstacular Halloween, SM Lanang Premier‘s Spooktacular Halloween, and Abreeza‘s Skriektober featuring The Lost Arcade are all happening on October 30 and 31.
Celebrating a special occasion soon or planning one in the next few years? Plan wisely. Get to know the biggest and best wedding and event suppliers in Davao. Bring along your team to the 9th Kasalan at Kotilyon happening this weekend at Abreeza Ayala Mall. Kasal.com is hosting a Davao Wedding Expo from July 27 to 28, 2019.
This Davao Wedding Expo centers around the theme “Passport to Love” and it promises to be the biggest in Davao. Over 50 Davao event suppliers are set to showcase their products and services. Instagrammable booths with gorgeous and quirky inspirations for the event of your dreams will be at the event. Plus, discounts and the best packages for bethrothed couples and soon to be debutantes. All in just one place.
Kasalan at Kotilyon 2019 will open to the public on 11 am on Saturday, July 27.
If you grew up in Davao City, you have probably been to Emcor. It was and remains to be one of the most trusted appliance stores in Davao. Over the years, they have branched outside of Davao and they have grown by leaps and bounds. This year, they continue to be an innovator as they launch the Emcor Mobile App.
Emcor was established in 1953. Originally, the sold heavy equipment and was named the Engineering and Machinery Corporation. In short, Emcor. Over the years, the business has evolved into the retail of home appliances but they have retained the acronym Emcor.
Today, Emcor is not just in Davao City. Emcor has 128 stores all over Mindanao, Visayas, and Palawan. They operate with a corporate mission of providing service excellence to their customers. The company continues to offer quality products and innovative services with their tagline “Bringing Comfort to You and Your Home.”
Emcor Mobile App
On March 15, 2019, Emcor launched the Emcor Mobile App to bring their products and services even more accessible to their customers.
Emcor Mobile App available on the Google Play Store.
The Emcor App brings the Emcor catalogue near you, whereever you may be. You can browse their list of products: home appliances, motorcycles, audio and video equipment, furniture, and more. Via the app, users will be updated of sales and special promos. Available installment plans are also accessible via the Emcor App.
The Emcor Mobile App is available for Android smartphone users via the Google Play Store. Click on this link to download.
March will never be the same again! Cebu Pacific Air is celebrating their anniversary with the CebPac Super Seat Fest. Over one million seats will be on sale all month long.
CebPac Super Seat Fest 2019
Yes, you read that right. Over one million seats will be up for grabs starting at 12 midnight tonight.
Cebu Pacific has thought of all the many ways to make your travel experience even better. Deals on Cebu Pacific Air’s Inflight Meals and Prepaid Baggage Allowances will also be available. Inflight Meals will be discounted up to PhP100 off and Bag Allowances will be discounted up to 40% off.
Getaway Hotel bookings will also be available at discounted rates to complete your travel plans. Get as much as 42% discount when you book this March 2019.
Plus, be on the lookout for deals on group bookings.
Plan your Davao Trip
Cebu Pacific Air flies in and out of Davao, to and from several destinations around the Philippines. Multiple times a day.
Book your squad’s trip to Davao now! Avail of Cebu Pacific Air’s Seat Sale Fest.
Davao is a great pick for your destination this year. We have practically everything you want for a great vacation. Pristine beaches. Serene mountainside resorts. Varied cheap food finds. Plus, access to many other Mindanao travel spots.
Happy World Yoga Day, Davaoenos! Yes, today we celebrate yoga. For those interested in learning and practicing yoga, we have prepared a list of Yoga Studios in Davao. We also have a list of yoga instructors and Davao Gyms that offer yoga classes.
Yoga is described as a physical and spiritual discipline and philosophy. It is said to have originated in India more than 5,000 years ago. As a physical exercise, it can improve flexibility and strengthen muscles. As a discipline, it helps center thoughts, calms and relaxes, and improves breathing.
It is a popular form of exercise and de-stressing activity that can be done by almost anybody of any age or gender. Anytime. Anywhere. Basic yoga only requires a bit of space and a mat.
It is, however, still best when done with a certified Yoga Instructor to make sure you are doing the poses and breathing properly. Luckily, Davao is home to many yoga centers and yoga instructors. Here is your guide to Yoga Instructors and Yoga Studios in Davao, plus the types of yoga classes available and their contact information.
Yoga Davao
Yoga Davao started year 2015, the year when yoga boomed in Davao. It was started by a husband and wife team, RL and MM. They describe Yoga Davao as a welcoming community for beginners and experienced yogis.
MM and RL of Yoga Davao
They offer a variety of yoga classes:
Beginners Yoga: Designed for beginners.
Hatha Yoga: Classic yoga postures to help you increase strength and flexibility.
Modified Ashtanga: Modified version of the primary series.
Vinyasa Flow: Linking movement with breath. Energetic, creative, and fun class.
Power Yoga: Intense class that will make you sweat.
Yin Yoga: Calming and slow-paced yoga. Poses are held for longer periods of time with a focus to increase flexibility and openness. Floor-based posture.
Yoga Davao classes are held Mondays to Saturdays at 8:30 am. They also have classes on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 4 pm. Yoga Davao also offers Private Yoga Classes for individuals and small groups.
MARI YOGA AND DANCE STUDIO Address: 2nd Floor Acacia corner Calachuchi Street, Juna Subdivision, Matina (same building as My Skin Origins) Contact Number: +63956-9672096 Facebook Page: fb.com/MariYogaDanceStudio Instagram: @mari_yogadance_studio Recommended by: Andrea Taylor
Lounge One Yoga Davao
And for those based downtown, Lounge One Yoga Davao might be the yoga studio for you.
Maybelle Yu, Lounge One Yoga Instructor
Lounge One Yoga Davao regularly holds Vinyasa Yoga and Active Flow classes Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 9 am.
LOUNGE ONE YOGA DAVAO Address: Door 2 North Zen Hotel, Lapu-Lapu Street corner Sobrecary Street, Obrero Contact Number: +539477662225 Facebook Page: fb.com/LoungeOneYoga
Ekam Yoga
For Davaoenos based in the north, there is also Yoga Studio near you. Ekam Yoga offers Traditional Ashtanga Yoga Classes. Ashtanga Mysore Style is offered Mondays to Fridays, 6 am to 9 am. And Ashtanga Led classes are on Saturdays from 7 am to 9 am.
EKAM YOGA DAVAO Address: Blue Sapphire Building, Bronze Street corner Gold Street, San Rafael Village Contact Numbers: +63917-7210716, +63915-7131644 Facebook Page: fb.com/EkamYogaCenter
Ananda Marga Yoga
For a holistic wellness experience, Ananda Marga Yoga offers yoga classes, detoxification, and spiritual retreats.
Ananda Marga holds different yoga classes: Gentle Yoga, Yoga for Beginners, Rajadhiraj Yoga, and Astaunga Yoga. Yoga classes are conducted in the morning from 7:30 am to 9:30 am and in the evening from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm.
Ananda Marga also conducts training for Yoga teachers upon appointment.
Yoga Fitness offers one-on-one and group classes focusing on Yoga as a tool for self-transformation and awakening. They offer Yoga Classes in Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, and Vinyasa Flow.
Yoga Fitness by Vanessa Quinanela
They also conduct Ayurveda and Meditation and Mindfulness Seminars and Workshops.
If you cannot make it to yoga classes in the morning or evening, check out Holiday Gym Davao. They have several yoga instructors conducting various yoga classes for different levels of proficiency throughout the day.
Currently, Yoga Classes at Holiday Gym are conducted Mondays to Saturdays, at various time schedules from 7 am to 9 pm. Air Yoga Classes as conducted at least twice a week.
February Yoga Classes at Holiday Gym Davao:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
7 – 8 am
Joanna Co
Joanna Co
Joanna Co
Joanna Co
8 – 9 am
Nikki Honasan
Fritz Freire
9 – 10 am
Nikki Honasan
Joanna Co
Joanna Co
Fritz Freire
2 – 3 pm
Fritz Freire
Joanna Co
Fritz Freire
Fritz Freire
3:10 – 4:10 pm
Fritz Freire
Nikki Honasan
Maybelle Yu
Joanna Co
6:35 – 7:35 pm
Philip Young (AIR YOGA)
7:40 – 8:40 pm
Philip Young
Philip Young (AIR YOGA)
One month membership to Holiday Gym costs PhP2,400. A one day pass is only PhP350. Membership or a day pass includes participation in yoga classes and other group fitness classes, access to gym and boxing facilities, use of the jogging track, swimming pool, and basketball court. Special group rates are available.
Happy Valentine’s Day! Still don’t have anything to gift your special someone or yourself today? We gotcha. Visit the newly opened Luna Lifestyle Cafe and shop for Valentine’s Day Gifts.
Luna Lifestyle Cafe is a concept store and milk tea shop in one. Local entrepreneurs have their own shelves and racks selling clothes, makeup and skincare products, gadgets, accessories, and more. With more than 10 individual shops already in place, you can surely find the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day.
Valentine’s Day Gifts for your Special Girl
The special women in your life deserve to be spoiled everyday. But today is extra special so do not forget to buy her something she will love.
Check out these bags, accessories, and clothes that are sure to make your loved one happy.
Blue Coach Tote Bag
Black Coach Tote Bag
Cute Pouches and Travel Kits
Dream Catchers available at Luna Lifestyle Cafe
Earrings and Belts
Gem Bracelets
Ladies Top
Neon Pens available at Luna Lifestyle Cafe
Pink Bunny Socks
Press on Nails
Purse with Sling
Heart and Gem Earrings
Nice, right? There are a lot of gift options that you can give to your wife, girlfriend, crush, mother, sister, bestfriend, or girl friend. Whatever her style is and whatever she is interested in, you can find the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for her.
Skincare Recommendations
If you are unsure what she would love to have, how about giving her the gift of healthy and glowing skin? Luna’s vendors has a good selection of beauty and skincare products.
Laneige Moisture Kit Trial Set
Innisfree Honey Face Mask
You can also gift these for the men in your life. Or yourself. Why not? Everybody deserves to be pampered.
