Halloween in the Philippines is a boundless spectacle that everyone can get behind. Party-goers bring their A-game to Metro Manila streets with costumes that strike an awesome balance between wit, whimsy, and wonder. Meanwhile, our favorite local celebrities turn heads at gatherings that pay an opulent ode to spooky season and its timeless festivities.
Take, for instance, this year’s Shake, Rattle & Ball Halloween party at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay City.
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Tim Yap has taken over every Filipino’s radar on Halloween as the host of this iconic annual celebration. He never fails to shine the spotlight on the country’s most sought-after visionaries, each of whom has made fans’ jaws drop with their dynamic transformations and dedication to the occasion.
We saw a ton of show-stopping looks grace the Shake, Rattle & Ball red carpet in the past. This year, we got another arsenal of next-level ensembles that jumped straight out of a lucid dream. These Filipino stars across all generations kept us in an enchanting trance all night, and you can bet we wished we’d never wake up.
From radiant deities to captivating fallen angels, these looks from the 2026 Shake, Rattle & Ball Halloween party utterly mesmerized us from start to finish. Who do you think embodied this year’s “lucid” theme the most? Let us know in the comments!
Heart Evangelista
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If the word “spine-chilling” had a face, it’d be Heart Evangelista, who fused beauty and betrayal as a backstabbed woman at this year’s Shake, Rattle & Ball. Her weapons of choice for the night? Knives of all cuts and sizes, lined up to create a crystallized illusion on her back that tied her hauntingly bloody look together. Who wouldn’t fear helplessly watching your loved ones turn their backs on you? We certainly wouldn’t wish that ordeal on our worst enemies.
Niana Guerrero
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Did anybody call for a Gen Z angel? Niana Guerrero was a vision in gold on Halloween as an ancient deity, putting a modern spin on her interpretation of the divine creature. Her metallic feathers and intricately designed headpiece made her an instant standout that night, drawing high praise from fans and her fellow artists at the ball.
Andrea Brillantes
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Wearing nothing but headlines screaming her name, Andrea Brillantes wowed the Shake, Rattle & Ball crowd in one of her most daring and creative costumes to date. Scandals have long been a nightmare for every woman (famous or not). This makes Andrea’s costume hit especially close to home amid the unwarranted scrutiny female celebrities have endured in the limelight.
Ylona Garcia
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You can never go wrong with a classic heroine, and Ylona Garcia drove that point home as the fictional Filipina icon herself, Darna. With unparalleled radiance and positivity, she made the most of this year’s Shake, Rattle & Ball by sharing how she stays empowered as an artist, performer, and role model for young women worldwide.
Ashley Sarmiento
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Who would’ve thought a dancing killer clown could look this chic? Ashley Sarmiento brought mischief and mayhem to Shake, Rattle & Ball as the iconic Pennywise from the film duology version of Stephen King’s IT, complete with his signature makeup and menacing orange hair. Talk about transforming into the life of the party!
Jayda
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Nothing keeps Filipinos up at night quite like an electric bill. That’s why Jayda Avanzado went the extra mile on Halloween, decorating her costume with them from head to toe. She morphed into a manifestation of our everyday hardships, reminding us of the true horrors that comprise the system we’ve fallen victim to throughout history.
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What are your favorite costumes from this year’s Shake, Rattle & Ball Halloween party? Sound off and share your picks with us in the comments below!
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