EK celebrates 16 magical years

MANILA, Philippines - Enchanted Kingdom (EK) is set to color an October to remember as it celebrates 16 magical years of enchanting memories.

Come and join the anniversary celebration as Eldar the Wiz opens his kingdom filled with festivities for all his guests. Enjoy a blast of hues as EK paints the skies of Sta. Rosa, Laguna with the grand finals of the Asian Sky Wizardry Fireworks competition. Witness local and foreign pyrotechnics experts vie for the championship on Oct. 22.

Youthful talents will be showcased during the Talent night of the Search for Little Prince and Princess on Oct. 15 and the grand coronation on Oct. 23 at the Eldarís tent at 5 p.m.

Be on the front seat as Ballet Philippinesí Encantada sa EK premieres an enchanting contemporary dance of a tale of Mother Nature at the Eldarís tent, 5 p.m. on Oct. 2. Then relax to the easy rhythm of cool notes with Bossa Beat all weekends of October at the Bandstand at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and at the Amazon Grill, 5:30 p.m. Nothing is more magical than having 16 magicians showcase their sense-twisting illusion at the 16 years, 16 Magician show on Oct. 16 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Bandstand.

Itís a purple-letter day as EK dedicates Oct. 22 for Eldar the Wizard! EK Wiz club members will parade in their Eldar costumes all around park while Cast Members will also don their own Eldar hats.

Oct. 29 will be a day packed with peachy activities. All kids ages six to 12 are invited to come in with best fairytale costumes and parade at 2 p.m.   at the Jungle back area of the park. Teens ages 13 and above are encouraged to dress to the nines like their favorite Hollywood icons and show it off at 5 p.m. Awards will be given away to those in Best Costumes at the Edlarís tent at 6 p.m. Enjoy a zestful runway show as EK Wiz Club members strut their stuff in chic clothing at the Eldarís Tent, 3 p.m. on Oct. 29.

Capture enchanting memories caught in frame at the Captured Magic Photo Exhibit at the Boardwalk Party Place. Cast your vote for your best pick and you might even bring home some magic with you. Exhibit runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 31.