Quirino Grandstand — Attraction in Manila

Currently used by the Local Government of Manila in the implementation of programs towards Covid-19. I was lucky enough to have availed of the drive-thru vaccination program. The process was smooth and fast, within less than an hour I was vaccinated. 🤓

UPDATE: Booster shots are also available in this venue 24/7, you can check Isko Moreno or Manila Public Information's Facebook page for details regarding the available brands each day (if you have a personal preference, that is).

Better to come early in the morning during weekdays to avoid long lines. We got ours last Tuesday and it took less than 20 minutes. :D But if you do get to witness long lines, span out your patience as our frontliners are doing their best to speed up the process and have everyone vaccinated for the...

We went here to attend the Japanese Matsuri in Manila, which was sponsored by the Japan Embassy. Although, this concert is a paid event. They sell tickets for P150 and P1000 for VIP. You can purchase tickets online and online. We got ours on site, and there was no queue.

The concert ground was huge with ample space to sit on the grass. The sound system was great until it broke down. There are several stores for selling stiff and food. There are pocket performances in the biitgs. It was a fun Japanese cultural event.

Outside the concert wall was the street parking which was free. Unfortunately, there were homeless people also on the park grounds, and there was trash everywhere. This really affected the aesthetic and safety...

Named and built after the late President Elpidio Quirino on the middle of the 20th century, the Quirino grandstand overlooking Manila Bay is steeped in history. Part of the Rizal Park complex and a stone's throw from another Philippine landmark, the Manila Hotel, many Filipino presidents have taken their oaths of office there. It is usually used as the arena by many religious groups to stage their anniversaries such as the Jesus is Lord Church. Behind it is another modern Manila attraction, the Ocean Park. Near is the building where the old US Army and Navy Club used to be. The site is now where the Rizal...