What started as an idea to bring racing culture closer to home has quickly become a go-to destination for racing fans and thrill-seekers in the metro. This weekend, Monza Barcade marked its first anniversary with a celebration that captured everything they stand for: speed, energy, and community.
Held on June 28 at The View Deck in Arcovia City, Monza Barcade’s flagship space, the anniversary event was a packed day of non-stop action. Guests enjoyed free sim racing all day, fun trivia and raffle games, back-to-back promos, and a live DJ set that carried the party late into the night. True to form, the celebration also included a live viewing of the Austria GP qualifying session—capping off the day the way the Monza Barcade community knows best.
But beyond the party, the celebration was a look back on a year full of momentum.
In just 12 months, Monza Barcade has carved out its own lane in the local entertainment scene. Known as the first concept of its kind in the country, Monza Barcade blends cutting-edge racing simulators with a lively bar and kitchen, serving up bold flavors and unforgettable nights. From casual gamers to die-hard motorsport fans, it’s become a place where everyone comes together for the thrill.
The past year saw Monza Barcade hitting the road, quite literally, with sim racing barcade roadshows across Metro Manila. From Eastwood to Greenhills, Taguig to Pasig and even several schools and colleges, the mobile setup gave thousands a chance to hop into the sim rigs and experience the rush firsthand. Each stop brought something new—from exciting racing nights to live music performances by OPM icons like Rico Blanco, Barbie Almalbis, Juan Karlos, Over October, and Lily Music alongside Monza Barcade’s very own signature drinks. What started out as a roadshow concept, even attended by the Philippines’ very own Bianca Bustamante first opened its doors to its flagship store in June 2024.
October 2024 brought another major milestone, when renowned motorsport photographer Kym Illman chose Monza Barcade as the venue for his first-ever fan meet-up in the Philippines. What started as a casual idea turned into an unforgettable night with over 150 fans in attendance—proof that Monza Barcade had become more than just a venue. It had become a hub for a growing community.
“We’re beyond grateful to everyone who’s been part of our journey,” said Argee Bongco, General Manager of Monza Barcade. “We built this space with the dream of bringing motorsport culture to life in a fresh, exciting way. Seeing it grow into a real community has been the most rewarding part of it all.”
With support from anniversary event partners Heineken Silver, Estrella Galicia, and San Miguel Light, Monza Barcade Arcovia Store’s first birthday was more than just a party—it was a celebration of everyone who made year one possible.
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