Celebrate Filipino culture and heritage at Ortigas Malls’ Buwan ng Wika festivities

This August, Ortigas Malls invites you to immerse yourself in the richness of Filipino language, arts, and culture with a vibrant lineup of events at GH Mall and Estancia Mall. Get ready to celebrate “Buwan ng Wika” with month-long activities that promise fun for the whole family while paying homage to our heritage.

GH Mall: The Language of Local Entrepreneurship

Over at GH Mall, the Buwan ng Wika celebrations give a nod to the entrepreneurial spirit that fuels our local economy. From August 15 to 17 at the South Wing Atrium, the Nakakalocal Bazaar returns for its fourth year, celebrating homegrown brands and vendors. It’s the perfect opportunity to support local businesses and discover unique, proudly Filipino products. Right alongside it, the Kiddopreneur event from August 16 to 17 at the East Wing Atrium will empower the next generation of Filipino innovators, teaching them the language of business and commerce in a fun and engaging way.

Enrich your skills and bond with your loved ones and fellow kababayans at GH Mall’s other activities happening this August:

• Table Tennis Academy: August 18 to 29, mall hours, GH Mall 4/F Tech Hub
• Toy Kingdom Event: August 20 to 31, mall hours, GH Mall East Wing Atrium
• Mommy Mundo: August 30 to 31, mall hours, GH Mall South Wing Atrium
• Zumba: August 31, 6am to 7am, GStrip
• Yard Sale: August 31, 6am to 10am, GStrip
• Gemini Fourth A.W.A.K.E. Concert (Fan gathering, merch display, and watch party): August 31, 10am to 10pm, 2/F Promenade

Estancia Mall: A Showcase of Filipino Artistry

Estancia Mall becomes a hub for all things Filipino with a series of activities that highlight our unique traditions. From August 18 to 31, explore Kulturang Pinoy, a special showcase of local crafts, music, and traditions. The mall will also be filled with the melodic sounds of classic Filipino love songs with Kundiman performances on August 23 and 30, and the romantic tunes of Harana on August 24 and 30.

For those who love to get creative, the Likhang Pinoy workshops from August 25 to 27 are a must-try. Learn how to create beautiful paper bowls at Hinulmang Papel (Mondays), craft your own native fragrances like sampaguita and ylang-ylang at Paggawa ng Pabango (Tuesdays), or try your hand at traditional pottery with Paggawa ng Palayok (Wednesdays).

Support homegrown brands at The Manila Artisans bazaar from August 13 to 17 at the East Wing and The Modern Market from August 15 to 17 in Rizal Row. Unique finds also await you at Estancia Mall’s Souk Events from August 22 to 24 and August 29 to 31 at the East Wing.

Estancia has more events in store that are great for family bonding this Buwan ng Wika:

• Chess: PCAP’s 1st Rated Open Championships: August 16 to 17, 10am to 7pm, Estancia Mall 4/F East Wing
• Zumba: August 17, 6am to 8am, Capitol Commons Road Lot
• Yard Sale: August 17, 6am to 10am, Capitol Commons Road Lot
• Breath of the Flame: A Demon Slayer Fan Gathering: August 20, 3pm to 6pm, Estancia Mall G/F East Wing
• The Red Tents: August 22 to 24, mall hours, Estancia Mall Rizal Row

Come and join us at Ortigas Malls this August as we honor and celebrate the beauty of Filipino culture and heritage. It’s a great opportunity to learn, create, and appreciate what makes us uniquely Filipino. For more updates, be sure to follow GH Mall’s Facebook and Instagram, and Estancia Mall’s Facebook and Instagram. Download the OrtigasMalls+ app and sign up for the Ortigas Community Card for more exclusive perks.