Everyone’s favorite Manila street party is back, gathering the very best of the Philippine creative community for a celebration of sights and sounds, heritage, and fresh ideas in downtown Manila.
For the past few years, “hola, Escolta!” has transformed the streets of downtown Manila into a melting pot of culture, history, and community that captures the spirit of our Philippine creative landscape. This November 22 to 29, 2025, the beloved street party event returns for a celebration of artists, craftsmen, musicians, and makers, each independent creator amplified through the accessible platform. It’s a space where both seasoned and emerging voices find opportunities, and diverse voices from different backgrounds converge to create a space designed for future generations to flourish.
As with previous years, this year’s “hola, Escolta!” promises a week full of workshops, markets, fairs, food merchants, exhibitions, dialogues, and performances, Manila’s streets being both muse and canvas. The event is also a tribute to Escolta, which is not only the country’s premier business district, but also a creative and artistic hub that has seeded many contributions to the rich history of the Philippines.
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A Multi-Dimensional Celebration
“hola, Escolta!” will extend past the streets and into the many floors of the First United Building. Visitors can expect an assortment of activities and performances, including trivia nights, film screenings, dance performances, drag performances, and DJ sets.
Some of this year’s DJs include Chain Messages, Edgy Teresa, Freqrelevant, Sai Versailles, DJ Better Living, and Celeste Lapida. Live music performances include those of Tarsius, Ourselves the Elves, and Washere, among others.
“hola, Escolta!” runs from November 22 to 29, 2025. For more information on the event visit their official Instagram @holaescolta. Access the full schedule, lineup of activities, and other additional information through this digital event guide.
