Manila, also called “Pearl of the Orient” is the capital of The Philippines. This sprawling and densely-populated city boasts of a cosmo culture that has shades of its Spanish, American and Pilipino heritage.
Once a key port of call for the treasure-laden Galleons (Ship) of the Spanish empire, this Asian megacity offers you Shrines for the faithful, Forts and palaces for the history aficionado and pubs and resorts for the seeker of entertainment and merriment all by the side of the Manila Bay. A trip to the metropolis is not considered complete without visiting the Bonifacio Shrine, Baywalk, China Town, Coconut Palace, Mabini Shrine, Fort Santiago, The Walled city of Intramuros and Downtown Manila.
Gear up for ringing in the New Year’s in Manila with a night full of revelry, lip-smacking food at some of the best restaurants, dancing at the nightclubs to foot tapping music, a dazzling firework display and rounded off with a cruise in the Manila Bay. New Year’s Eve Manila will keep you busy. The streets are going to be filled with people in the celebratory mood with merrymaking all round and beautifully decked up malls, streets and hotels with seasonal treats.
Still Wondering Where to Spend New Year in Manila? Here is a comprehensive list of New Year events Manila 2018 that would make your celebration special and unforgettable.
Nightlife in Manila is quite active and offers a wide range of entertainment options. Jazz joints, booming clubs, upscale wine bars and American styled pubs can all be found in Malate, one of the famous party districts of Manila. Chaos and Royal nightclubs are some of the most fashionable nightclubs in the city and deliver exciting music for the New Year's Eve's party. You may as well opt for the premiere Palace and Valkyrie nightclubs with their large discotheques. With a cocktail in your hand, dance to the beats of the best DJs in these rocking clubs and their year end party.
Some gala New Year events Manila 2018 are to be organized by the best hotels in Manila. Ring in the near year as part of the festive treat at the Shangri la-At the Fort hotel in Manila. Join the exciting festivities at the City of Dreams that has an extensive Omakase seven-course menu on offer. The best Lifestyle dining is available at the Ibiza beach club, famous for its flavours. The musical productions here are a visual delight with retro pop, disco, Latin music, Broadway and hit movie musicals. Stay, dine or relax at Okada Manila which is an iconic integrated resort nestled in the Entertainment city with a picturesque waterfront. The best Manila hotel New year countdown can be expected at the Cove Manila where the world's biggest multicolour dancing fountain awaits you. DJ band, a royal feast and a grand firework display will entrall all guests for the night. The most privileged ones get to watch an extraordinary 360 degrees view of the fireworks from the top of the I'm hotel. Party the night away at their jellyfish bar.
Your New Year celebration in Philippines is incomplete without watching the famous fireworks crackling up the night sky of Manila. You can climb up a central skyscraper to see the night sky erupting into a symphony of colours. No place can be better to watch the fireworks than The Baywalk Mall, which is a seaside promenade along the scenic Manila Bay. You can even make your reservations at the premier hotels like Okado Manila, Diamond Hotel or even the Club Paradise to watch the most beautiful fireworks show.
Make the last hours of 2019 memorable for you and your family by getting on board a boat cruise or private yacht that takes you along the Manila Bay to enjoy the panoramic view of the Manila skyline on the shores. Let your eyes feast too in the simultaneous firework displays from the Cavite, Mall of Asia, Solaire and Metro Manila, while sipping your favourite glass of wine or enjoying a gourmet dinner.
Get into in the festive mood to make your New Year’s Eve in Manila a night to remember.
On New Year's Eve 2025, there's a lot going on in Manila. You can hop on one of the luxurious dinner cruises to watch the midnight fireworks or opt for a hotel gala with champagne and live music. There are many things to do in Manila on New Year's Eve.
Manila has some fantastic venues that hosted New Year's Eve events and parties last year. Find them below:
Manila is a classic destination for New Year's Eve, with festive parties, dinners, and the opportunity to attend one of the biggest New Year's Eve parties to end all parties: Whether you're looking for a big party, an intimate dinner, or a change of scenery There are tons of things to do in Manila On New Year's Eve.
Manila has some fantastic venues that hosted New Year's Eve events and parties last year. You can find them below:
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