Manila Nightlife: 10 Things To Do In Metro Manila At Night

1) Catch the indie scene at Route 196

Route 196 is always bustling with live music performances, and is one of the best places to catch the rising stars of the music scene in Metro Manila. Located along Katipunan extension, Route 196 has featured many great underground bands, and is known among its patrons as not only a place to listen to some good live music, but also a great place to get some bar chow. They serve pizza, deviled chicken, smoked farmers sausage, and more. Couple that with their ice-cold beer and stellar performances, and you’ve got a memorable Friday night. Rates here start at 250 PHP (5.00 USD) for the entrance fee, and you get a free beer!

Route 196

Address: Route 196, 196-A Katipunan Avenue Extension, Blue Ridge A Quezon City, Philippines

Price: from 5.00 USD

Opening Hours: 6 pm to 2 am

Website: Route 196

2) Go clubbing at Black Market

Black Market is a semi-exclusive (read: they’re really, really strict about age restrictions) club in Makati where you can head over for a Friday night of dancing to the city’s best DJ’s. They also have a bar and some pretty Instagram-worthy hangout spots, and is more low key compared to Black Market’s more upscale and crowded counterparts like the Palace Pool Club or Valkyrie. For a gauge, you can get a table for two with complementary drinks for 2,000 PHP (40.00 USD) and a pint of beer for 120 PHP (2.40 USD). Most notably, Black Market has Bad Decision Wednesdays where you can dance to the Billboard top 100 songs.

Black Market

Address: 2723 Sabio St, Makati, 1233 Metro Manila, Philippines

Price: from 2.40 USD for beer; 40.00 USD for a table

Opening Hours: 10pm-4am

Website: Black Market

3) Dine and drink at The Yard

The Yard is a very recent addition to the Katipunan scene in Quezon City, and since then has gained so much popularity that it expanded and opened another store in the Ortigas area. While the Yard is technically a food park, its design and exteriors attract many people because it’s simply more than just that. The Yard is composed of 2 floors, 30 unique stalls all offering various dishes and drinks — from Belgian fries to Japanese food to liquid Nitrogen cocktails — all making for a hip place where foodies can unite and bond with great company and an upbeat ambiance.

The Yard

Address: 83 Xavierville Avenue Loyola Heights Quezon City,Philippines

Price: from 2.60 USD for entrees

Opening Hours: 4 pm to 12 am

Website: The Yard

4) Go shopping at a night market

Sometimes you just have to relax and unwind with a good shopping spree. Fear not, though, because you don’t have to hurt your wallet so much in the process. Thankfully, Manila’s streets are lined with many bazaars and friendly stalls where you can get your shopping fix, and one of these bargain shopping havens is St. Francis Square. St. Francis Square is a mall bazaar featuring various items so you can shop ‘til your heart’s content. Expect fashion items, gadgets, bags, shoes, and more for less than the regular retail price.

St. Francis Square

Address: Bank Dr, Ortigas Center, Pasig, Metro Manila

Opening Hours: 10 am to 9 pm Friday and Saturday; 10 to 8 pm Monday to Thursday

Website: St. Francis Square

5) Laugh out loud at Zirkoh

Are you due for a big, hearty laughing session? If you are, head over to Zirkoh’s for some good (and wildly hilarious) company! This comedy bar is located along Tomas Morato, and you can expect — aside from delicious cocktails and beers — stellar song performances, funny skits, and standup comedy that can make your stomach hurt from all the laughing. Prices start at 300 PHP (6.00 USD).

Zirkoh

Address: Zirkoh, Tomas Morato Ave. Quezon City

Price: from 6.00 USD

Opening Hours: 7 pm to 3 am

Website: Zirkoh

6) Sing your heart out at Red Box

Where do broken hearts go? Turns out, in the Philippines, they go to karaoke. But Red Box isn’t just for the broken-hearted; it’s also for the friends who just want to spend the night belting out to their favorite songs. For a starting rate of 149 PHP (approx. 3.00 USD), you and your friends can book a room with a few complementary drinks. Don’t worry, the walls are thick enough to be soundproof, so you don’t need to feel self-conscious about your singing skills!

Red Box

Address: 4th flr Trinoma Edsa Cor. North Avenue Barangay Pagasa Quezon City

Price: from 3.00 USD

Opening Hours: 12 pm to 12 am

Website: Red Box

7) Feast at Mercato

Mercato is a favorite among locals because of the smorgasbord of food offerings and the affordable rates at which they are offered. This weekend night market is only open from Thursday nights to Saturday nights, and here you can try a wide range of cuisines just in once place. Aside from being a haven for foodies, Mercato is also peppered with many stalls where you can shop for unique items. Expect to pay anywhere from 35 PHP – 200 PHP (0.70 USD – 4.00 USD).

Mercato

Address: Mercato Central, 25th St. Corner 7th Avenue Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

Price: from 0.70 USD

Opening Hours: Thursdays to Saturdays, 6 pm to 3 am

Website: Mercato Centrale

8) Watch an indie film at Teatrino

Indie film showings are rare to come by when in Manila, as local cinemas in malls typically favor showing Hollywood hits. However, sometimes you can find hidden gems like Teatrino that cater to indie film aficionados. Located in Greenhills, Teatrino lets you catch releases of up and coming indie films, and maybe even watch a live play or concert depending on the night. Rates here start at 200 PHP (4.00 USD).

Teatrino

Address: Teatrino, Promenade Service Rd, San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines

Price: from 4.00 USD

Website: Music Museum

9) Cheer on your favorite team at Skinny Mike’s

Is your favorite team playing and you want to watch the game? You can do so at Skinny Mike’s in Bonifacio Global City. A sports bar with great food and even greater chicken wings, Skinny Mike’s is a favorite among sports fans as they make sure something fun to watch is always playing — they even have replays of old games you might have missed! Skinny Mike’s also offers a wide range of drinks, and just for a range, a pint of beer starts at around 65 PHP (1.30 USD).

Skinny Mike's

Address: 32nd Street Corner Justice Drive, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

Price: from 1.30 USD

Opening Hours: 24 hours

Website: Skinny Mike’s

10) Try out your luck at City of Dreams

Sometimes you want to spend your free night not spending your money but trying your luck to earn more. You can find a world-class casino right here in Manila, City of Dreams. This casino is open 24/7 and is located in Bonifacio Global City. Be careful with spending here though — it’s a whole lot of fun to wait and see if luck turns up, but it’s no longer fun if at the end of the day you realize you spent more than you can afford!

City of Dreams Manila

Address: Aseana Avenue corner Macapagal Ave., Entertainment City, Roxas Blvd, Paranaque, Parañaque, 1700 Metro Manila

Opening Hours: 24 hours

Website: City of Dreams

The Manila nightlife scene (From 153.36 USD)

Manila may have many cool offerings and things to do during the day, but this city also boasts many nightlife activities you can enjoy with your friends, significant other, or even your family. If you want to go out and have some fun, there are many places in Manila you can do so. All you have to do is choose!

If you do not wish to customize your experience and just want a night out, why not book a private night tour. The 5 hours tour includes dinner and a visit to 2 different bars with the flexibility to customize your itinerary.

Manila by Night

Duration: Approximately 5 hours

Price: From 153.36 USD

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