The last week of October can be an eventful time for many people. After spending the whole month working and powering through our everyday routines, we can finally set aside the last few days to indulge in fun-filled nights, weekend getaways, and much-needed restful breaks as November rolls in.
Some of us might spend the next few days preparing to reunite with our loved ones for the Undas weekend. But for everyone else who’s in the mood to end October with a bang, you’ll probably see them out and about, dressed up as their favorite characters on their way to a Halloween party.
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Whether you’re a regular at Halloween-themed events in the metro or have yet to attend one, it’s no surprise that Filipinos don’t hold back on their “spooky season” gimmicks. Take it from your favorite local artists, who undergo total transformations and deliver iconic costumes at balls and parties to get into the Halloween spirit.
You, too, can make the most out of Halloween this year at these exciting parties and special events around Metro Manila. You’re in for multiple nights of fun, frights, and festivities that keep the timeless traditions of Halloween alive.
SM Cinema’s Sine Sindak: Ika-6 na Kabanata
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Since 2018, SM Cinema has been bringing scary stories from all over the world (including new Filipino horror films) to local theaters through their annual Sine Sindak movie lineups. This Halloween, the special event has returned to introduce Filipinos to a diverse lineup of local and international horror movies.
Here are the tales of terror that Sine Sindak has in store for you from October 29 to November 4, 2025:
- The Filipino film Near Death, starring Xyriel Manabat, Charlie Dizon, and RK Bagatsing,
- The Bulgarian film Hidden in the Dark,
- The Argentinian film 1978, as well as
- American films Push, The Fetus, and No Tears In Hell.
Tickets to Sine Sindak: Ika-6 na Kabanata start at ₱150 per film and ₱300 for an all-day pass.
Ayala Malls Cinemas’ Harry Potter: Back to Hogwarts Movie Marathon
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We’re taking the Hogwarts Express to Ayala Malls Cinemas this Halloween, as all films of the Harry Potter saga are returning to the big screen. From October 29 to November 4, 2025, you and your loved ones can relive the twists, turns, and magical quests of each movie with Harry, Ron, and Hermione.
Soupstar Music’s Halloween Night Concert
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Some of the most prominent rock bands in the Original Pinoy Music (OPM) scene will join forces for a one-of-a-kind Halloween concert and costume party on October 30, 2025. Get ready for a spook-tacular night at 19 East, Muntinlupa City, with music by 6cyclemind, Imago, Gracenote, Banda ni Kleggy, HEY JUNE, and more.
Tickets to Soupstar’s Halloween Night cost ₱1,000. Wear your best costume for a chance to win special prizes throughout the show.
&FRIENDS’ Halloween Rave
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If you’re feeling extra sociable and up for an adrenaline rush this Halloween, &FRIENDS’ Halloween Rave is the place to be. This all-out party and music festival offers “no tricks, just chaos” for everyone on October 31, 2025, at Okada Manila.
Rampa Club’s Bisperas ng Lagim
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Every year, Filipino drag artists and performers prove that they’re the undisputed stars of Halloween. They sure know a thing or two about turning creepy costumes into elevated, high-fashion looks and jaw-dropping numbers onstage. We’ll experience more of our local queens’ unmatched creativity and wit on October 30, 2025, at Bisperas ng Lagim, Rampa Club’s Halloween party and drag show.
Headlining Bisperas ng Lagim is Russia Fox of Drag Den With Manila Luzon Season 2: Retribution, along with many other must-watch queens, such as Asha Solé, Katana, and Kiari, to name a few. Door charge starts at ₱400, inclusive of a free drink.
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How will you be celebrating Halloween this year? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
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