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La Mesa Ecopark Announces New Entrance Fees for Non-QC Residents

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La Mesa Ecopark has announced new entrance fee rates for visitors who are not residents of Quezon City, effective immediately. This change affects Metro Manila residents planning visits to the popular park, as non-QC residents will now pay different rates than city residents. Specific fee amounts and implementation date were not disclosed in the announcement; visitors should check the park’s official channels for updated pricing before visiting.

Makati Expands Car-Free Weekends in Salcedo Village for August

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Makati City is expanding its car-free streets program to include more roads in Salcedo Village on all weekends of August 2026. This provides Quezon City residents a nearby weekend destination for walking, cycling, and community activities without traffic, promoting wellness and active transport. The car-free zones are in Salcedo Village, Makati; effective all weekends in August 2026; no registration required; accessible via public transport; attendees should bring water and wear comfortable shoes.

DOT hosts SB19 Lollapalooza watch party at Rizal Park

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The Department of Tourism (DOT) and National Parks Development Committee (NPDC) are hosting a live watch party at Rizal Park (Luneta) tonight for SB19’s performance at Lollapalooza, with the Rizal Monument lit in blue as thousands of fans gather. This free, government-supported event at a major Metro Manila landmark shows significant public backing for P-pop and SB19 as tourism ambassadors, and is easily accessible from Quezon City. The watch party is free and open to the public at Rizal Park/Luneta tonight; the Rizal Monument is illuminated in SB19’s official blue color; attendees should expect large crowds and plan transport accordingly (LRT Line 1 UN Avenue station nearby).

Rappler Covers Marcos Jr.’s 5th SONA at Batasang Pambansa

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Rappler provides comprehensive coverage including highlights, analyses, fact checks, and videos of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address delivered at the Batasang Pambansa in Quezon City. The SONA is a major annual government event held in Quezon City that outlines national policies affecting all Metro Manila residents, making it directly relevant to QC locals. Coverage is available online via Rappler’s website; the address was delivered at Batasang Pambansa, Quezon City, with no public attendance required for the online coverage.

Live Updates: VP Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial at Senate

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Rappler is providing live updates on the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte at the Senate of the Philippines in Pasay City, Metro Manila. This historic impeachment trial is a major national political event that affects governance and civic life, and Quezon City residents can follow the proceedings for free via live coverage. The live updates are accessible online at Rappler’s website with no registration or fee required; the physical trial at the Senate’s GSIS Building has limited public seating and parking, so online viewing is recommended.

Rizal Monument Lights Blue for SB19 at Lollapalooza

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The Rizal Monument in Manila’s Rizal Park lit up in blue on July 30, 2026, to show support for Filipino P-pop group SB19’s performance at the Lollapalooza music festival. This light display celebrates a historic moment for Filipino music on the global stage and offers a free, family-friendly spectacle at an iconic landmark easily accessible from Quezon City. The lighting is free to view at Rizal Park, best seen after sunset; the park is accessible via LRT-1 United Nations Station, with limited parking nearby, and no registration is required.

Reddit Discussion Criticizes Pedestrian Design at Don Antonio Commonwealth

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A Reddit user posted before-and-after photos criticizing the pedestrian-unfriendly design at Don Antonio/Shopwise along Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City, questioning why the more space-efficient LRT-2 and MRT-7 station designs were not adopted. The discussion highlights ongoing walkability concerns in the area as MRT-7 construction progresses. This matters to QC residents because Commonwealth Avenue is a major daily commute corridor, and pedestrian infrastructure directly affects safety and convenience for thousands of commuters, students, and residents. The comparison to LRT-2/MRT-7 designs raises valid questions about urban planning consistency across transit projects. The discussion centers on the Don Antonio/Shopwise intersection along Commonwealth Avenue, near the future MRT-7 Don Antonio Station. No specific event date or registration is involved — this is an ongoing community conversation on Reddit (r/QuezonCity) about urban design and walkability.