El Nido, Palawan, is not only famous for its crystal-clear lagoons, limestone cliffs, and stunning island-hopping tours—it also has a lively nightlife scene worth experiencing. After a day of adventures on the water, there’s nothing better than capping off the night with cocktails, live music, or even a beachfront dance party.


If you’re planning your trip and wondering where to go for the best El Nido nightlife, here are four bars in El Nidoyou shouldn’t miss. From laid-back spots to high-energy party hubs, these places will make your evenings as memorable as your days.

1. Mabuhay Sports Club (Marbers)

For a relaxed start to your El Nido bar crawl, head to Mabuhay Sports Club. Located right on the shores of Bacuit Bay, this long-standing spot has been around for nearly two decades. Despite its “sports bar” name, it has a surprisingly chill and welcoming vibe. Grab some food, sip on cocktails, and enjoy the beachfront views—it’s the perfect warm-up before diving into El Nido’s party scene.





2. Sava Beach Bar

When it comes to the best bars in El Nido for partying, Sava Beach Bar tops the list. Known for its electric atmosphere, this beachfront bar regularly hosts international DJs who keep the dance floor alive with house and electronic music. If you’re looking for a lively El Nido nightlife experience, this is where you can sip colorful cocktails, dance barefoot on the sand, and party late into the night.




3. The Pangolin Bar El Nido

For a mix of tropical vibes and good music, The Pangolin Bar in El Nido town is a great pick. It’s a smaller venue, but don’t let that fool you—when the DJs and live artists perform, the place comes alive with energy. During the day, it’s a cozy spot to enjoy cocktails and bar food, but by night, it transforms into a vibrant party hub. A must-visit if you want to experience the local flavor of El Nido’s party scene.



4. Ap Kala

Looking for a more well-rounded bar experience? Ap Kala is popular with both tourists and locals, thanks to its wide menu of dishes that pair perfectly with their cocktails. From fresh salads to grilled meats and savory bites, it’s a great spot to grab dinner before heading out to other bars. The bartenders are also known for mixing drinks based on your taste preferences, making every visit feel personalized.



Planning your trip? Don’t just explore the beaches—make sure to dive into the vibrant El Nido nightlife scene and experience why this island destination is loved for both its day and night adventures.
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 The Bonifacio Art Foundation, Inc. (BAFI) and URATEX are proud to renew their partnership for another 10 years. URATEX is one of the founding partners of The Mind Museum, marking a new chapter in their shared mission to champion the arts and sciences for learners of all ages. This renewed collaboration builds on a relationship rooted in shared purpose, innovation, and a deep understanding of the power of widespread inspired learning in science, math and the arts  to shape futures.


Uratex President and CEO Mrs. Natividad Cheng affirmed the new strong potential of this partnership saying “We, in Uratex, want to be able to reach as many Filipino communities as possible through the innovations that we do to improve Filipino lives. Since BAFI has music, math and science programs and projects that are so engaging, and reaching out across our country as well, this made us really think it was a natural alliance.”


BAFI Managing Director/Curator Maria Isabel Garcia expressed gratitude for the renewed partnership, expressing “URATEX does not only support in terms of resources as a partner, they remain genuinely interested in what innovations we are doing in learning across the sciences and the arts. Their team always wants to figure out with us how they can make things better. That is a dream partner you want for a mission like this. “


Uratex retains naming rights to some of The Mind Museum’s most inspiring exhibits: the Space Shell Planetarium, the centerpiece of the Universe Gallery; the Giant Orrery; and Dressed for Space. It will also hold naming rights to an upcoming math-themed exhibit/s located at The Mind Museum’s Technology Gallery. 


The renewed partnership also looks to the future with exciting additions. Moving beyond the museum’s walls, it will be a Supporting Partner of a new, imaginative and futures-oriented traveling exhibition that explores how humans, environments, and shared knowledge intertwine in building better communities. Conceptualized and built by BAFI, the new traveling exhibition will bring visitors from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao into spaces that represent the stories of how we as humans can work with others and the landscape, and use shared knowledge for community building and cooperation. 




Further, Uratex will be a Co-Sponsor of four (4) Mind Rover sorties across Visayas and Mindanao. The Mind Rover, a museum-on-wheels, brings hands-on science learning to up to 1,000 Filipino public school beneficiaries per sortie, nurturing a love for scientific discovery in underserved communities around the country.

Finally, Uratex will be a Supporting Partner of the Pinoy Playlist Music Festival 2025. This annual celebration showcases Filipino musical artistry across genres and generations in a vibrant mix of established and emerging musicians, cross-genre performances, expert-led conversations, artisans, and more. 

Together, BAFI and Uratex move forward with a partnership that inspires wonder, supports learning, and connects communities.

The Bonifacio Art Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization that champions the sciences and the arts through The Mind Museum, the BGC Arts Center, Mind S-Cool, and the BGC Public Art program.


If you’re interested to be a Donor Partner and Co-Champion of Science and Art, please email us at inquiry@themindmuseum.org. 


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From L-R: GGSphere, HOK Talent; Sh1n Boo, Shoutcaster; Eason de Guzman, HONOR Philippines Digital Marketing Manager and Content Lead; Benj Dalmacio, Senior Business Development Manager of Tencent Philippines; April Joy, HOK Talent; Kcbae, HOK Talent; Sumpak, HOK Talent 

HONOR Philippines has stepped into the mobile gaming spotlight with the launch of King’s Honor Season 1, teaming up with digital media giant wetrnd and the rapidly rising MOBA title Honor of Kings. The event crowns the HONOR 400 Pro 5G as the official smartphone partner for this much-awaited tournament.

Kicking off with a thrilling friendly match with technology media on August 2, the collaboration was celebrated with appearances from top esports personalities, including Sumpak, April Joy, Kcbae and other gaming influencers, alongside the HONOR 400 Pro 5G – a device engineered for peak gaming performance and AI-enhanced experiences. 

Organized by wetrnd, King’s Honor Tournament aims to ignite the competitive spirit of the Philippine esports community. With a Php 200,000 grand prize for the champion team and Pho 20,000 for the Season MVP, the tournament sets the stage for aspiring and professional gamers to showcase their skills. The event is also expected to garner 3 million total views, 500,000 engagements, 101 KOL activations, and more than 1,000 team registrations across nine electrifying livestreams. 

“Esports is no longer just a hobby—it’s a thriving industry, especially here in the Philippines where the gaming community continues to grow exponentially,” said Stephen Cheng, Vice President of HONOR Philippines. “We’re proud to support this movement through King’s Honor Season 1, with the HONOR 400 Pro 5G delivering the speed, power, and performance, highlighting the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, perfect for gamers demand. 

 

Known also as a PRO photography smartphone through a 200MP Ultra Clear AI Camera System, paired with a 50MP Telephoto Camera with a Sony IMX856 sensor, 3x optical zoom, and OIS, ensures outstanding photos even from a distance. Even paired with AI Technology, the HONOR 400 Pro 5G is capable to deliver crispier photo output and edits when needed.  

It is equipped with the AI Enhanced Portrait feature that delivers ultra-high-definition Portraits that ensure the true colors of every subject shine through. With its enhanced AI Super Zoom feature, the HONOR 400 Pro boasts an AIGC-powered telephoto capability of up to 50x, making it perfect for capturing distant subjects 

Tournament Timeline: 
 
August 7-8 Week 1 Livestream 

August 14-15 Week 2 Livestream 

August 21-22 Week 3 Livestream 

August 28-29 Week 4 Livestream (Semis and Grand Finals) 

The bracket format evolves from Best-of-3 (BO3), Best-of-5 (BO5), to the epic Best-of-7 (BO7) matches. Each livestream will feature dynamic casters, exclusive showmatches, and high-profile KOL appearances, making King’s HONOR Season 1 one of the biggest grassroots tournaments of the year. 
 
Pre-order for HONOR 400 Pro 5G 
 

Available in stunning color options—Lunar Grey and Midnight Black—the HONOR 400 Pro 5G is now available for pre-order across the Philippines for only Php 32,999 (24GB + 512GB)!  

 

You can still pre-order HONOR 400 Pro 5G until August 8, 2025 to get a FREE HONOR Choice Earbuds Clip worth Php 4,999 and HONOR High Speed Fan Vimi Sonic 1 Pro worth Php 1,099. Order now at any HONOR Experience and Partner Stores, and online via Lazada - https://bit.ly/Laz_H400Pro_PR, Shopee - https://bit.ly/Shop_H400Pro_PR, or TikTok Shop - https://bit.ly/TikTok_H400Pro_PR. 

 

To know more about HONOR 400 Pro 5G, head on to: https://bit.ly/Web_H400Pro_PR. For more exciting announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph) and TikTok (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). To check out HONOR’s complete list of retail stores, go to https://www.hihonor.com/ph/retailers/. 

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