Tired of your usual solo dates and same old weekend routine? This July, it’s time to shake things up and put yourself out there. Whether you’re craving new friendships, a fresh hobby, or just an excuse to leave the house, this month offers you the opportunity to leave the homebody persona behind and take your socializing game to the next level.

Here’s a list of 8 side quests you can do for the month of July:

Candid Club 

For those looking for a sisterhood bond, Candid Club offers multiple all-girls community events for you to choose from. These include freediving sessions, a friendship speed dating, a book club featuring Book of the Month or #BOTM, and many more! Redefine your girlhood experience with Candid Club’s side quests. 

Rebirth Manila

Rebirth Manila is running a series of heritage walks and tours across the city this July, including the La Liga Filipina & Katipunan Heritage Walk and Secrets of Chinatown which will take you through the Museum of Binondo and San Nicolas. There’s also a Grand LRT-1 tour that comes with brochures and a beep card, plus the Lakad Kalikasan Pasig River Heritage Walk with a special event on July 26. Joining Rebirth Manila’s events are  a fun and easy way to explore Manila’s history while getting your steps in—two birds, one stone kind of sidequest.

Mossescape

Mossescape is bringing its terrarium-building workshop to multiple venues across the metro this July and into August. What makes it worth trying is the chance to slow down, work with your hands, and watch a small green world of your own come to life. 

Printmaking at the MET

M Creative Hub is hosting a rubbercut print workshop series at The Metropolitan Museum Manila, open to anyone aged 12 and up. Sessions run every Saturday this July so there’s plenty of chances to join. It’s a low-pressure way to pick up a new craft and bring back your creative side. 

Studio Matisse Clay and Comfort Club 

Studio Matisse offers a cozy combination of ceramic bouquet making and a coffee painting class for anyone looking to slow down and get creative. It’s a hands-on session that doubles as a great solo hobby to try or a fun bonding with friends. Perfect for anyone who isn’t afraid to get their hands messy in the name of art.

Masungi Georeserve

Masungi Georeserve’s Shared Discovery Trail is open Thursday to Sunday, welcoming groups of fewer than 7 with no minimum headcount, so solo explorers are just as welcome as pairs or small groups. It’s worth the trip for the chance to walk through hanging bridges and rock formations suspended above one of the last restored forest landscapes near Manila. 

Craft MNL 

Craft MNL is using July as a mid-year check-in, offering a wide spread of #funtivities classes to help you learn something new or finally start that project you’ve been putting off. Options include sewing, mosaic making, screen printing, watercolor painting under the stars, Dungeons and Dragons, jewelry making, crochet, soap making, and fine woodworking. Whatever you’re interested in, Craft MNL makes learning new skills possible in a creative, community-driven space.

Maker and Made BGC

Maker and Made BGC welcomes the rainy season with a full lineup of baking and fermentation workshops. They cover everything from sourdough loaves to focaccia, pandesal, donuts, and coffee brewing, running most Sundays throughout July. Not only do you get to learn more about baking and making coffee, but you also get to taste the fruit of your efforts!

Whatever mood you’re in for this July, whether it’s community, creativity, or a bit of nature, there’s a sidequest on this list for you. Pick one, book your spot, return with a new found hobby and even connections!

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