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<p>The calendar is stacked, and the holiday rush is officially peaking. From K-drama heartthrobs and massive Christmas bazaars and festive street markets, this weekend is all about last-minute shopping, and year-end celebrations done right. Here’s what’s worth stepping out for:</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>1. Spend a sweet December night with Lee Dong-wook</strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1766113725079571118595_1261007806065425_1572262869007383555_n.jpg" style="width:633px;display:block" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>K-drama fans, this one’s for you. South Korean heartthrob Lee Dong-wook is flying into Manila for a one-night-only fan meeting titled “My Sweet Home,” promising warmth, laughter, and unforgettable moments with Filipino fans. From &quot;My Girl&quot; to &quot;Goblin&quot; and &quot;Tale of the Nine-Tailed,&quot; consider this your early Christmas gift. December 20, The Theatre at Solaire, Parañaque</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>2. Shop big at World Bazaar Festival’s 25th anniversary</strong></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1766113790480600209316_1274752604688171_3125976176916221133_n.jpg" style="width:960px;display:block;height:auto" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960" alt="World Bazaar Festival/Facebook"/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left"><em>World Bazaar Festival/Facebook</em></span></span></span></div><p>Manila’s most beloved Christmas bazaar marks 25 years with a nostalgic throwback to the early 2000s. Expect hundreds of booths, festive performances, food finds, and a charity-driven holiday spirit that keeps shoppers coming back year after year. Until December 21, World Trade Center Metro Manila, Pasay City</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>3. Head south for Noel Bazaar in Alabang</strong></div><div><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1766113843858597585943_1330820155757213_6179047076807558925_n.jpg" style="width:633px;display:block" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/> </strong>Noel Bazaar heads south for its holiday finale, taking over Filinvest Tent Alabang with over 200 merchants. Think unique gifts, local brands, and all the Christmas feels — perfect for ticking off that last-minute shopping list. Until December 21, 11 a.m.–9 p.m., Filinvest Tent Alabang</div><div><br/></div><div><strong>4. Finish your gift list at Toy Kingdom’s Christmas Toy Fair</strong></div><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Freel%2F3293614677486078%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=267&amp;t=0" width="267" height="476" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p>Still shopping for kids (or kids at heart)? Toy Kingdom’s Christmas Toy Fair is happening simultaneously in MOA and Megamall, offering up to 70% off on toys, collectibles, and holiday favorites. Entrance is free — so no excuses. Until December 21, SMX Convention Center Manila and Megatrade Hall, SM Megamall</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>5. Discover elevated finds at Handpicked by Soirée</strong></div><div><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1766113898563590564299_18188106133347884_6896390125396685054_n.jpg" style="width:633px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong>If your Christmas list leans artisanal and design-forward, this curated lifestyle and shopping event delivers. From elevated basics to statement pieces, this final Soirée of the year is your chance to shop thoughtfully — and stylishly. Until December 21, 11 a.m.–9 p.m., SOFA Design Institute, Proscenium at Rockwell</div><div><br/></div><div><strong>6. Celebrate art and creativity at Sticky Expo</strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1766114057861583108318_18093999565856160_301917175903452325_n.jpg" style="width:633px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>What started as a sticker-centric gathering has grown into a full-blown arts and crafts celebration. Sticky Expo brings together original art, fan art, handmade crafts, and custom toys — perfect for creative souls and thoughtful gift hunters alike. Until December 21, 10 a.m.–10 p.m., World Trade Center Metro Manila</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>7. Eat, shop, and stroll at Makati’s Marché de Noël</strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1766114038444601815613_1197479572525201_1035856459066921359_n.jpg" style="width:633px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>The last Makati Street Meet of the year channels French holiday charm with festive eats, artisanal crafts, and a relaxed outdoor vibe. Bring the family, meet friends, and soak in the Christmas atmosphere along Paseo de Roxas. December 20–21, 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Paseo de Roxas, Makati</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>8. Cheer on MMFF at the Parade of Stars</strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1766114018642584385242_18542747104034463_6879859282890964932_n.jpg" style="width:633px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>Circuit Makati lights up with the MMFF 51 Parade of Stars and Music Fest, featuring live performances from BGYO, Bamboo, Angeline Quinto, and more — plus the creative floats of this year’s MMFF entries. It’s cinema, music, and spectacle rolled into one. December 19, Circuit Makati Open Car Park</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>9. Sing your heart out at UST’s grand Paskuhan concert</strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1766113985522599862387_1309585587881304_2096188405488341069_n.jpg" style="width:633px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>Paskuhan goes big with headliners BINI and Ben&amp;Ben, joined by Zack Tabudlo, Rob Deniel, Amiel Sol, and a lineup of Thomasian acts. Expect music, memories, and a pyromusical finale to cap UST’s month-long Christmas celebration. December 19, University of Santo Tomas, España</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>10. Come home to Christmas at Samsung Performing Arts Theater</strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1766113964340596852425_1275484877933538_9163240805551744759_n.jpg" style="width:633px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>Cap off the week with “Come Home to Christmas!”, a festive concert featuring the UST Singers, Mari Dance PH, and theater favorites Carla Guevara Laforteza, Shiela Valderama, and more. A heartwarming holiday tradition for the whole family. December 20, 7:30 p.m., Samsung Performing Arts Theater, Circuit Makati</p>

<p>From K-drama heartthrobs and massive Christmas bazaars and festive street markets, this weekrnd is all about last-minute shopping, and year-end celebrations done right.</p>

From K-drama heartthrobs and massive Christmas bazaars and festive street markets, this weekrnd is all about last-minute shopping, and year-end celebrations done right.

Weekend Agenda: Lee Dong-wook, holiday bazaars, Paskuhan and more

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Weekend Agenda: Lee Dong-wook, holiday bazaars, Paskuhan and more

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Published December 19, 2025 11:36 AM PHT

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Updated December 19, 2025 06:45 PM PHT

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