We did it, we got through the first week of 2017. Some of you may still be on a holiday vacation high but most of us all managed to get out of bed and back to our jobs. And if you’re looking to finally fulfill your long overdue resolutions, then this weekend might be a good start.

Want to reach your #fitspo goals? Join a marathon. Catch up with old friends? Go call them and go to a party. We’ve got you covered on where you should go.

Music

The Pineapple Jam v.6: Pajama Jam
Jan. 8, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Pineapple Lab, 6071 R. Palma Street, Makati City

Pineapple Jam this month will be a cozy pajama party. Enjoy live music from Silence and the Lambs and storytelling from fellow participants. There will also be food, Irish coffee, and spiked hot chocolate. Sounds like a good night, am I right?

Parties

The Drop x The Pit
Jan. 6, 10 p.m. onwards
Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Compound 2, Sabio Street, Makati City

Celebrate the first Friday of 2017 by partying to the music of DJs pillow talk, Ize, and more. You’ll need this after surviving the first week back to work.

Manila PubCrawl 2017 Starter
Jan. 7, 7:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Niner Ichi Nana, Lane Q, Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

Grab some drinks, meet new people, and play games at the New Year edition of Manila PubCrawl. Go grab your tickets here if you want in on the fun.

Riot House x A Tribe Called FRESH 3
Jan. 7, 10 p.m. onwards
Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Compound 2, Sabio Street, Makati City

DJs Chryse, Marvelous, JayRu, and more will make your Saturday night better with their infectious beats.

Art

StART Hope Exhibit Launch
Jan. 7, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Kanto Artist-Run Space, 2/F Makati Cinema Square, Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City

Young artists from Homeschool@Alabang and Valle Verde get together for this exhibit. This is also for the benefit of artist Nice So who was diagnosed with lupus. She’s also selling her artworks for kids with lupus and other incurable diseases.

Translación
Jan. 7, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Silverlens Galleries, Lapanday Center, 2263 Chino Roces Avenue Extension, Makati City

As Silverlens Galleries opens its doors again, don’t miss this joint exhibit featuring 21 artists like Martha Atienza, Wawi Navarroza, Frank Callaghan, and more.

ECHO by Gregory Halili
Jan. 7, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Silverlens Galleries, Lapanday Center, 2263 Chino Roces Avenue Extension, Makati City

Another exhibit you should see at Silverlens is Gregory Halili’s display of his anatomical coral sculptures.

Kobusher
Jan. 8, 6 p.m. to 12 m.n.
Secret Fresh, G/F RONAC Art Center, Ortigas Avenue, Greenhills, San Juan

Check out upcoming artist Kobusher’s first solo painting and toy exhibit this Sunday. Expect to see some pop culture cartoon references while you’re there.

Fitness

Color Manila Run Year 5
Jan. 8, 3:30 a.m. to 8 a.m.
SM Mall of Asia Open Grounds, Pasay City

Get ready to sweat and be covered in colored powder as Color Manila Run is back for its fifth year. Be sure to be there early and bring water to stay hydrated all morning!

Games

GeekFight: Radio Ga Ga!
Jan. 6, 9 p.m. to 12 m.n.
Splice Resto Bar, Greenfield District, Mandaluyong City

Gather your friends and have a friendly competition at this game night focusing mostly on music trivia. Brush up on your knowledge on musicals, OPM, and so on. Oh, and don’t forget to make a table reservation ASAP.

Featured image courtesy of Silverlens Galleries’ Instagram account

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