Planning a Valentine’s date can be a tad difficult.ย Aside from having the default date places like cinemas and malls packed, going on a date can be quite expensive. But that doesn’t always have to the case, really. Here are some ideas on what to do or where to go without breaking the bank this Valentine’s.
10. Spring Film Festival at Shangri-la Plaza
If you and your date are movie buffs, try watching a movie at Shangri-la Plaza Mall’s Spring Film Festival. Different movie genres are available here; just make sure to line-up a bit early as tickets are limited.
Cost: Free Admission
9. Eat and Run at Kpub
Foodies can Eat and Run at Kpub Trinoma! For one (1) hour, you can eat all you can from the selection of meat, banchan (korean sides), gerranjjim (steamed egg), kimchi pancakes, house salad, ssam, spring rolls, and rice punch for dessert.
Cost: Php499/head
Photo from Kpub Trinoma’s Facebook Page
8. Rockin Music at 12 Monkeys
If you are looking to watch some live music on Valentine’s Day, Hale will be playing at 12 Monkeys. It’s a plus if your date loves Champ too!
Cost: Php400/head door charge
7. Kaka Kiligย Concert at CCP
If you just want to relax with some live classical music, The Philippine Madrigal Singers will be performing at The Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo or CCP Main Theater.
Cost: Php 300 or 400 per head
6.Romantic Dinner at Brazo
A classic dinner date will never run out of style, so this set meal for 2 at Brazo in Maginhawa is perfect for you.ย The set menu for 2 includes Cream of Pumpkin and Cinnamon Soup, a choice of Iberian Chicken or Country Ribs and a Smashed Pavlova with summer berries.ย This will need pre-scheduled tickets.
Cost: Php 1,000
Photo from Brazo’s Facebook Page
5. Team Amplaya at Splice
Having a date doesn’t always mean a sweet date. Try joining #TeamAmpalaya for some bitter(sweet) monologues at Splice Greenfield District.
Cost: Php 200/head with 1 drink
4. Qubiertos
Fancy some Filipino Food? Qubiertos in Kapitolyo and White Plains are offering set meals that you and your loved one can enjoy.
Cost: Php 799
3. Adventures at Zoocobia
If you are out of town and willing to drive over to Clark Pampanga, Zoocobia is presenting “Love is In the Air” where you can get a camel ride, watch an animal show, ATV ride, zip line ride, 4×4 ride, and a sky lantern flight.
Cost: Php 345/head
2. Hugot Night at Anuman
Anyone up for a poetry night? Join Anuman in Kapitolyo with poetry artist Kooky Tuason of Romancing Venus and Bigkas Pilipinas.
Cost: Php 150/head door charge with 1 drink
1. Bow and Arrow Action at Archery Academy
If you want a one-of-a-kind Valentine’s Date, you might want to bring him/her at Archery Academy in San Juan. Couples can get to try Archery for an hour and unleash your inner Gale or Katniss.
Cost: Php 550