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What to Do, Where to Go This Weekend: April 25-27, 2025

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<div><strong>Get tips from the &quot;K-Beauty Glow-Up&quot;</strong></div><p>Step into the world of Korean beauty and culture at “K-Beauty Glow-Up!” This two-day celebration on April 25-26, 2025, 11 AM to 8 PM, at the Upper Ground Level of SM Aura promises unforgettable moments for all K-Beauty and K-Travel enthusiasts! Don’t miss this event, as there will be interactive booths featuring top Korean brands like Jenny House and The Bom, where you can treat yourself to a hair makeover and personal color analysis. There will also be exciting stage activities, beauty demos, and guest appearances, featuring none other than Kyline Alcantara (Apr 25), Angela of KAIA (Apr 26), and Chuchie Ledesma (Apr 25–26). The event is hosted by Korea Tourism Organization and Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines in partnership with Amorepacific, Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), and SM Aura Premier. </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DITSZUVzt8q/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=864&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A114891.40000000596%2C%22ls%22%3A114433%2C%22le%22%3A114824.70000000298%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="746" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DIVznTYTHzu/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=864&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A144123.60000000894%2C%22ls%22%3A114433%2C%22le%22%3A114824.70000000298%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="746" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Meet Jeanie Chang, author of <em>How K-Dramas Can Transform Your Life</em></strong><em></em><br/></div><p>K-Dramas and K-Pop are more than just entertainment—they tell stories that touch the heart and soul. Through deeply emotional narratives, they teach us about belongingness, healing, and mental health in ways that feel personal and relatable.</p><p>Licensed therapist, speaker, and author Jeanie Chang is passionate about mental health, healing, and embracing cultural identity. Her work inspires many to find balance and self-compassion. She wrote the book <em>How K-Dramas Can Transform Your Life</em>, and will be in the Philippines for empowering conversations and book signing events in Manila (April 27, 3 PM, Mary Grace Cafe at Power Plant Mall, Makati City) and Cebu (April 28, 5 PM in Cava, Cebu City).</p><p>Registration is still open. Check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hieventsph/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hi Events </a>for more info.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1745488102220HiEvents_Jeanie.png" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>You still have a chance to see Lee Min Ho at his fan meeting</strong></div><p>Korean superstar Lee Min Ho, who recently starred in the K-drama <em>When the Stars Gossip</em>, <em></em>is returning to Manila for the Asia Fan Meeting Tour dubbed &quot;Minhoverse.&quot; The event will happen on April 26, 2025 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.  </p><p>Throughout the years, Lee Min Ho has become a household name not only in Korea but also around the world, being one of the most influential and sought-after Hallyu stars. His unwavering love and dedication not only to his craft but also to his loyal fans have been the driving force behind his phenomenal success, as he continuously strives to connect with them on a deeper level may it be in acting, music, or fan meetings.</p><p>He is known for K-dramas like <em>City Hunter </em>(2011), <em>The Heirs </em>(2013), <em>The Legend of the Blue Sea</em> (2016), and<em> The King: The Eternal Monarch</em> (2020). Tickets for his fan meet are: VIP - Php11,000; Patron - Php9,500; Lower Box A - Php7,000; Lower Box B - Php6,000; Upper Box - Php4,800; and General Admission - Php2,600. This show is powered by MYM Entertainment, TONZ Entertainment, and PULP Live World. Tickets are available through SM Tickets outlets nationwide and online via <a href="http://smtickets.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">smtickets.com</a>. </p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DG5NljjsX-l/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=864&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A2149642.900000006%2C%22ls%22%3A114433%2C%22le%22%3A114824.70000000298%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Get into the &quot;<em>anik-anik</em>&quot; craze at this &quot;Kawaii Craze&quot; trinkets and charms convention</strong></div><p>&quot;Kawaii&quot; is a Japanese cultural phenomenon that involves all things cute. In the Philippines, recently, we had a version of this term, &quot;<em>anik-anik</em>.&quot; And if that&#x27;s your thing, you&#x27;ll love SM City Fairview&#x27;s curated, summer-themed &quot;Kawaii Craze&quot; market. Tap into your inner child and indulge in cutesy items. The atrium was transformed into a venue that brings together some of the mall&#x27;s merchants that offer products aligned with the theme. Such brands and stores include Coolectzone, Tickles, Station by SM (featuring Made by U DIY Bar and JisuLife), SM Store, Toy Kingdom, Co. The Collectibles, Pastel Baby, Art Monster, and Blue Magic. </p><p>But it&#x27;s not all about shopping—there will be fun events and activities, too: April 25 and May 1: Lullaby Lane - Catch tunes from SM City Fairview&#x27;s cutesy buskers; April 26: Stamp Quest – Collect stamps &amp; win super kawaii giveaways; April 30: #SMBearSquad Takeover – Cuddle up with the cutest squad; and May 2: Charm Workshop – Bring your charm ideas to life!</p><p>&quot;Kawaii Craze&quot; also features corners like the <em>Funky Mirror Wall </em>for that cute selfie; <em>Keychain Library,</em> where you can leave a keychain, swap one, and take home a new one; and <em>Catch-a-Cutie </em>claw machines. Don&#x27;t miss out on the ultimate summer market for all things cute! Check it out now until May 2.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-1" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DIxtaTDymu-/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=864&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A1%2C%22os%22%3A2154706.799999997%2C%22ls%22%3A52117%2C%22le%22%3A52600.40000000596%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="880" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-1" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><div><br/></div><blockquote cite="https://www.tiktok.com/@metrodotstyle/video/7497029644470734088" class="tiktok-embed" data-video-id="7497029644470734088" id="v48951448065533290" style="max-width:605px;min-width:325px"><iframe name="__tt_embed__v48951448065533290" sandbox="allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-scripts allow-top-navigation allow-same-origin" src="https://www.tiktok.com/embed/v2/7497029644470734088?lang=en-US&amp;referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com%2F%23%2Fworkspace%2Fmonitoring%3Fitem%3Durn%3Anewsml%3Aod2-workbench-api.abs-cbn.com%3A2025-04-24T09%3A02%3A56.123778%3A32a69b15-e0f0-4ed1-b3b2-3a83386ecd7b%26action%3Dcorrect" style="width:100%;height:740px;display:block;visibility:unset;max-height:740px"></iframe><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@metrodotstyle/video/7497029644470734088" style="width:325px" target="_blank"><span>Watch on TikTok</span></a></blockquote><script async="" src="https://www.tiktok.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><strong>Go for some art appreciation and visit this up-and-coming artist&#x27;s solo exhibition</strong></div><p><strong></strong>Nicole Bitas is a young visual artist who draws inspiration from the mundanity of everyday life. She highlights the in-between moments by exploring the beauty in human connections and ordinary spaces. She incorporates these scenes with a humorous palette, creating images that seem familiar yet new. Her first solo exhibit, &quot;Moving Still, is currently on view at Galerie Stephanie in Shangri-La Plaza Mall until April 27. </p><p>&quot;Moving Still&quot; is an exploration of the in-between moments of life in movement. The beauty of the pauses is often overshadowed by the presence of momentous chapters. Nicole Bitas encourages the viewers to participate in the stillness in motion, showcasing bits and pieces of the journey shared in intimacy through body language portrayed by the subjects.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/metro-style/people/2025/4/23/exploring-the-idea-of-stillness-with-visual-artist-nicole-bitas-and-her-moving-still-exhibit-2331" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Exploring the Idea of Stillness With Visual Artist Nicole Bitas and Her &#x27;Moving Still&#x27; Exhibit</a></strong></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-3" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DII2qAgvuwB/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=864&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A3%2C%22os%22%3A2520618.900000006%2C%22ls%22%3A52117%2C%22le%22%3A52600.40000000596%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="722" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-3" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Jam with the fam at <em>CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE!</em> </strong></div><p>New live show <strong><em></em></strong><em></em><em>CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE! </em><em></em><strong><em></em></strong>brings JJ, Cody, Nina, and all of their friends from the globally beloved sensation to life in a never-before-seen show that will have families of all ages moving and grooving to the beat! <em>CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE</em> will tour internationally, with a stop in Manila on April 25-27, 2025 at the New Frontier Theater.</p><p>CoComelon’s favorite teacher Ms. Appleberry welcomes JJ, his friends, and YOU to come along on a Melon Patch Musical field trip! In <em>CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE</em>, dance and sing along with JJ, Nina, Cody, Cece and all of their friends to some of your favorite bops, including “If You’re Happy and You Know It,” “Wheels on the Bus,” “Animal Dance,” “Head Shoulders Knees and Toes,” “Freeze Dance,” and many more! Jam with the fam and dance every chance you get in this new musical journey.</p><p>Tickets are available via <a href="https://www.ticketnet.com.ph/event-detail/COCOMELON-SING-A-LONG-LIVE-MANILA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TicketNet.com.ph</a> and all TicketNet outlets nationwide. For more information, follow Wilbros Live on social media.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-5" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DF_tcxET3UR/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=864&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A5%2C%22os%22%3A2950021.5%2C%22ls%22%3A52117%2C%22le%22%3A52600.40000000596%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-5" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script>

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