Big Bad Wolf 2025 Brings Back Books, Fun, and Community Spirit for All Readers to Azuela Cove, Davao City

Big Bad Wolf 2025 Brings Back Books, Fun, and Community Spirit for All Readers to Azuela Cove, Davao City

The Big Bad Wolf Books in Davao 2025 opened its doors with a renewed mission—to bring people together in a shared love for stories, inspiration, and the simple comfort that books bring.

Hosted at The Tent, Azuela Cove, this year’s sale provides a spacious, safe, and easily accessible ground-level venue for all visitors. To make the experience even more convenient, free shuttle services to and from Azuela Cove are available throughout the event. Book lovers can enjoy the sale from November 13 to 24, 2025, open daily from 10 AM to 12 Midnight.

Opening day was filled with excitement as friends reunited, families explored the aisles, and Wolfie, the event’s beloved mascot, welcomed guests with photo ops and high-fives. The festive mood was made even more vibrant by local buskers playing live acoustic sets, surrounding the venue with warmth, rhythm, and community spirit.

From left to right: Big Bad Wolf Business Director Bernard Lee, and Big Bad Wolf Books Philippine Country Head Ley Almeda, and Ms. Salome Enoc, Officer-in-Charge of the City Library and Information Center

Joining the celebration were Big Bad Wolf Business Director Bernard Lee, Big Bad Wolf Books Philippine Country Head Ley Almeda, and Ms. Salome Enoc, Officer-in-Charge of the City Library and Information Center. Their presence highlighted how the return of Big Bad Wolf Books to Davao reflects the city’s resilience and its enduring passion for stories that inspire growth, generosity, and hope.

In partnership with the Local Government of Davao, Big Bad Wolf Books is donating books to strengthen local learning communities—empowering young readers and reaffirming the belief that access to stories can build emotional resilience and spark new beginnings.

“Books have the power to unite, to comfort, and to inspire. We’re thrilled to be back in Davao not only with millions of stories to explore, but also with the opportunity to uplift local communities and young readers as they rebuild and continue to grow,” shared Bernard Lee.

Big Bad Wolf visits students of Assumption College of Davao

Ley Almeda added, “This year’s Big Bad Wolf Books Sale in Davao is more than a book sale. It’s a celebration of hope, learning, and generosity. Beyond initiatives like the Campus Challenge and our book donations, we’re also shining a light on community collaboration—from the workshop with Amber (@amberclopedia) to book signings with local authors, and performances by community buskers—all working together to inspire creativity, connection, and a shared love for reading.”

To strengthen its support for local schools, Big Bad Wolf Davao is launching this year’s Campus Challenge: Read It to Win It, a fun and inspiring reading-centered competition open to schools across Davao City. Parents and students can join by registering as Big Bad Wolf Members, selecting their school during checkout, and presenting a valid school ID for verification. Every ₱2,000 single-receipt purchase counts as one entry for their school.

A daily leaderboard on Instagram Stories will display which schools are leading in book purchases and attendance, sparking a lively and friendly competition among participating schools. Over the 12-day event, the top-performing schools will win the following book prizes:

1st Place: Library Grant (1,500 books)
2nd Place: Reading Corner Bundle (1,000 books)
3rd Place: Teacher Voucher Packs (500 books)

Current participants include Green Meadow Christian Academy, Davao Christian School V-Mapa (Elementary), Davao Christian School V-Mapa (Senior High School), Assumption College of Davao, Davao Christian School C.P. Garcia Campus, Scripture Christian Academy, Precious International Grade School, and Precious International High School.

Each winning school will also be encouraged to extend their blessings by sharing a portion of their prizes with a partner community library or public school—spreading the joy of reading even further across Davao.

Promos that Bring Reading Closer

From interactive children’s titles like Disney Christmas Annual 2025 to thought-provoking bestsellers such as Revenge of the Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell, visitors will find a wide range of genres designed to spark creativity, self-discovery, and deeper connection.

To honor Davao’s vibrant reading community, Big Bad Wolf is offering a special 5% discount (no minimum spend) to members of local book groups—including BookBed, Silent Book Club Davao, Book Chikas, Dining Book Club Davao, and Davao Youth Executives. Participants of the Silent Book Reading Session at Finca are also entitled to the same discount.

Members simply need to present a valid ID showing their group affiliation at checkout. Available from November 13 to 24, 2025, this exclusive offer celebrates the book lovers and storytellers who keep Davao’s reading culture alive and thriving.

At the Book Stack Corner, visitors can turn their book haul into exciting rewards! The higher your stack, the bigger the surprise—ranging from exclusive discounts to special freebies and other delightful perks. It’s a fun and interactive challenge that invites readers to explore more titles, mix genres, and celebrate their reading wins while adding an extra spark of excitement to their Big Bad Wolf adventure.

Ms. Salome Enoc, Officer-in-Charge of the City Library and Information Center

Activities That Inspire Connection

Big Bad Wolf Books goes beyond shelves and stories with a lineup of activities designed to spark creativity, build community, and bring people closer together.

📸 Post & Win Contest (November 13–20)

Visitors can join the BBW Davao 2025 Post & Win contest for a chance to win a ₱1,000 gift voucher and exclusive Big Bad Wolf merchandise. To join, simply follow @BigBadWolfBooksPhilippines, post your favorite moments from the event, tag three friends, and use the hashtags #BBWShareAndWinDavao #BBWDavao2025 #BBWPhilippines2025.

Six lucky winners will be announced on November 22, 2025.

📚 Read Aloud Sessions (November 14 & 15)

Families are invited to enjoy heartwarming Read Aloud Sessions led by volunteers from the Davao Young Executives, designed to ignite children’s imagination through storytelling.

🤫 Silent Reading Session (November 15)

Book lovers seeking calm can join a serene Silent Reading Session on November 15, from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM, hosted by the Silent Book Club Davao at Finca Café—perfect for those who want to savor a quiet morning with a good book.

🎨 Fantasy Character Design Workshop (November 17)

Art enthusiasts can explore their creativity at the Fantasy Character Design Workshop with @amberclopedia. For a ₱450 registration fee, participants will enjoy guided drawing activities, receive a free copy of Fantasy Character Design for Beginners, and go home with a certificate of completion.

🎶 Live Music at Azuela Cove

Select evenings will feature live performances from Davao’s talented local artists, transforming Azuela Cove into a vibrant, musical retreat from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM:

Jaspher Jay – Nov 13

Raven Lyle – Nov 14

Terdfret Duo – Nov 16 & 19

Dolce Chordarum String Ensemble – Nov 16 & 21

Yodno – Nov 17 & 21

Kyla Jean – Nov 17

A&Q Piano Trio & ICEA – Nov 22

Mikee Casama – Nov 24

Whether you're posting memories, listening to live music, joining a workshop, or getting lost in a story, these moments turn the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale into a celebration of creativity and connection.

Join the Movement

Every book purchased, every challenge completed, and every page turned contributes to a bigger purpose—bringing communities together through the shared love of reading. Once again, Davaoeños show that compassion and curiosity go hand in hand, proving that books remain one of the most powerful tools for hope, healing, and transformation.

Come be part of the movement at the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale Davao at The Tent, Azuela Cove, happening from November 13 to 24, 2025, 10 AM to 9 PM daily. A free shuttle service, supported by the Local Government of Davao City, will be available on opening day to bring readers directly to the venue. For detailed shuttle routes, visit Big Bad Wolf Books’ Facebook page.

Event Details

🗓 Sales Dates (Open to the Public)

November 14–24, 2025

10:00 AM – 12:00 Midnight (Daily)

🚌 Free Shuttle Schedule

People’s Park ➜ The Tent, Azuela Cove

Available on:

November 13 (Thu)

November 14 (Fri)

November 17 (Mon)

November 18 (Tue)

November 19 (Wed)

November 20 (Thu)

November 21 (Fri)

November 24 (Mon)

Follow Big Bad Wolf Books on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for event updates, promotions, and donation announcements. Visit the official website to learn more about the movement—and discover how you can help change the world, one book at a time.