Concerts are back!
After two silent years on the live music front, the Philippines is finally opening its borders and venues to local and international artists and bands. From music festivals featuring some of our favourite local acts to arena concerts by globally acclaimed singers, it's finally time to head back out there—while observing health protocols, of course.
Here are the concerts and festivals you can add to your calendar this 2022!
KEAN, ADIE, UNIQUE
BANDWAGON TV
WHEN: 29 November 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: Sales start on 15 September via TicketNet
Presented by O/C Records and Viva Live, Kean, Adie, and Unique are set to hit the stage at a special one-night concert this November.
DPR
WHEN: 30 November 2022
WHERE: The Filinvest Tent, Alabang
TICKETS: PHP 4,000 (Gen Ad), PHP 5,000 (Early Entry), and PHP 7,500 (VIP Package) via Tickelo
DPR is coming to Manila! The DPR Crew, which includes DPR LIVE, DPR IAN, and DPR Cream, will be performing at Filinvest Tent in Alabang this November, as part of the Asia leg of their Regime World Tour 2022. This marks the Korean hip-hop collective's highly anticipated return to Asia since 2018.
Epik High
WHEN: 30 November 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theatre
TICKETS: Starts at PHP 5,900 via TicketNet
Epik High are here! The Korean hip-hop icons are coming to Manila for a special one-night concert as part of their Epik High is Here tour.
Clinton Kane
WHEN: 3 December 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater, Quezon City
TICKETS: Starting at PHP 1,500 via TicketNet
Clinton Kane is heading to Manila for the first time as part of his Maybe Someday It'll All Be Okay world tour.
SALO-SALO FEST
WHEN: 2-4 December 2022
WHERE: Enchanted Kingdom, Sta Rosa Laguna
TICKETS: Starting at PHP 1,800 via Tickelo
Karpos Multimedia are bringing a new festival experience to the Philippines. Known for putting together the highly anticipated Wanderland, Karpos are returning with Salo-Salo Fest which brings together some of the biggest names in Filipino music.
HEAD IN THE CLOUDS MANILA
WHEN: 9-10 December 2022
WHERE: SM Festival Grounds, Parañaque City
TICKETS: Pre-sale tickets start on 11 August via SM Tickets
88rising is bringing their coveted Head In The Clouds festival to the Philippines for the very first time this December. This comes as the third edition of the Asian-centric festival, following Los Angeles and Jakarta.
keshi
WHEN: 11 December 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater, Quezon City
TICKETS: Ranges from PHP 1,500 to PHP 4,500 via Live Nation Philippines
keshi is heading to Asia for the first time. As part of his HELL/HEAVEN tour, the 'GET IT' hitmaker will be heading to Manila for a special one-night concert at the New Frontier Theater.
SEVENTEEN
WHEN: 17 December 2022
WHERE: Philippine Arena, Bulacan
TICKETS: TBA
Following their successful two-day residency at Manila's MOA Arena, SEVENTEEN are returning to the Philippines for another concert, one that's bigger and better than before. The 'HOT' hitmakers will be performing at Bulacan's Philippine Arena.
Ben&Ben
WHEN: 18 December 2022
WHERE: SMDC Festival Grounds
TICKETS: Ranges from PHP 500 to PHP 2,500 via Ovation Tickets and TicketNet
Following inclement weather conditions, Ben&Ben's grand Manila concert will now be taking place in December at SMDC Festival Grounds. The concert was originally set to take place ahead of their first-ever North American tour this October. The highly anticipated show is put together by Ovation Productions.
SB19
WHEN: 18 December 2022
WHERE: TBA
TICKETS: TBA
Following their successful WYAT world tour, SB19 are coming home in the grandest way possible. The P-pop Kings will be holding their highly anticipated homecoming concert this December.
WESTLIFE
WHEN: 20 February 2023
WHERE: Smart Araneta Coliseum
Tickets: Ranges from PHP 1,575 to PHP 13,650 via TicketNet
As part of their Wild Dreams tour, Westlife are returning to Manila. The Irish band will also be performing in Jakarta as part of the Asia leg of their world tour.
ONEREPUBLIC
WHEN: 23 February 2023
WHERE: Smart Araneta Coliseum
Tickets: Available for purchase via TicketNet
OneRepublic are coming to Manila, as part of their 2023 Asia tour which sees stops in Singapore, Bangkok, and more.
ONE OK ROCK
WHEN: TBC
PULP Live World teased that ONE OK ROCK will be performing in the Philippines this year, following the cancellation of their 2020 Eye Of The Storm Asia Tour which originally saw stops in Manila. The Japanese rock band were originally slated to perform in Manila in May 2020.
SLIPKNOT
WHEN: TBC
Slipknot are finally heading to Manila. After several cancellations and postponements, the heavy metal band will be taking the stage this year as part of their highly anticipated Southeast Asia tour, according to PULP Live World. Further details will be announced soon.
Slipknot were originally rescheduled to perform in Manila in January 2021.
This guide will be updated regularly as more concerts and festivals are announced. Watch this space for updates.
PAST CONCERTS
I-POP U 2022 Manila
WHEN: 21 October 2022
WHERE: Araneta Coliseum
TICKETS: Starting at PHP 2,500 via TicketNet
I-POP U is bringing together some of the most talented acts in K-pop on one stage this October. Fans can expect an exciting lineup of performances from NCT DREAM, WayV, Xdinary Heroes, Golden Child, and ALICE.
POPSTIVAL 2022
WHEN: 21 October 2022
WHERE: SMDC Festival Grounds
TICKETS: Starting at PHP 1,000 via SM Tickets
POPSTIVAL is bringing together the worlds of K-pop and P-pop for a night of fun and good music. The festival will see a variety of performers including K-pop acts LOONA, Park Bom, HYOLYN, BE'O, Brave Girls, and VIVIZ, and P-pop acts SB19, BINI, ALAMAT, KAIA, VXON, Calista, Press Hit Play, Lady Pipay, and G22.
KINNPORSCHE THE SERIES
WHEN: 22 October
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: Starting at PHP 1,500 via SM Tickets
The cast of the popular Thai drama KinnPorsche The Series are headed to Manila as part of their world tour. For one night only, experience the tension and whirlwind romance of KinnPorsche this October.
KANGDANIEL
WHEN: 22 October 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: Available for purchase via TicketNet
KANGDANIEL is coming to Manila! As part of his FIRST PARADE tour, the K-pop star will be taking over Manila's New Frontier Theater to showcase his spectrum of colours and talents for his Filipino fans for the first time as a soloist.
TXT
WHEN: 27-28 October 2022
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: On general sale on 18 Sept via SM Tickets
TXT are heading to Asia! As part of their ACT: LOVE SICK world tour, the 'Good Boy Gone Bad' hitmakers will be performing a special two-night show at Manila, alongside concerts in Bangkok and Jakarta.
The Juans
WHEN: 23 October 2022
WHERE: Araneta Coliseum
TICKETS: Starts at PHP 500 via TicketNet
The Juans will be taking over Araneta Coliseum for their first-ever solo major concert this October. Said to be the culmination of years of hard work, their big show comes after releasing their first full-length album, Liwanag earlier this year.
MICHAEL LEARNS TO ROCK
WHEN: 26 October (Manila), 28 October (Cebu), 30 October (Davao)
WHERE: Araneta Coliseum (Manila), Waterfront Hotel Ballroom (Cebu), SMX Convention Center (Davao)
TICKETS: TicketNet PH and SM Tickets
Renowned band Michael Learns To Rock are making their way around the Philippines this October for their highly anticipated tour. The band will be performing their greatest as they fans on a journey through their well-loved classic.
RUSS
WHEN: 5 November 2022
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: Ranges from PHP 1,500 to PHP 4,500 via SM Tickets
RUSS is returning to Manila shores. As one of Karpos Live's first shows since the start of the pandemic, they are bringing the American rapper-songwriter-producer to MOA stage. This comes as the 'Losin Control' act's second show in Manila, following his 2019 concert.
Jack White
WHEN: 5 November 2022
WHERE: SM Aura Samsung Hall
TICKETS: Available to purchase via SM Tickets
For the first time ever, Jack White is making his way to Manila. The famed musician will be taking over Samsung Hall this November.
Eric Nam
WHEN: 5 November 2022
WHERE: SM Aura Samsung Hall
TICKETS: Available to purchase via SM Tickets
Eric Nam is coming to Asia! As part of his There And Back Again world tour, the 'I Don't Know You Anymore' act will be holding a concert in Manila.
LANY
WHEN: 11-13, 15, and 16 November 2022
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: To go on general sale on 10 June via SM Tickets
LANY are coming back to Manila! Known for their heartbreaking hits 'ILYSB' and 'Malibu Nights', the pop act will be performing a special five-night concert at the MOA Arena this November.
PREP
WHEN: 16 November 2022
WHERE: Samsung Hall
TICKETS: PHP 2,650 and PHP 3,180 via TicketMax
PREP are coming back to Manila. As part of their Asia tour, the '15th Floor' act will be performing a special one-night concert at Makati's Samsung Hall.
Fiji Blue
WHEN: 17 November 2022
WHERE: Samsung Hall
TICKETS: PHP 2,650 and PHP 3,180 via SM Tickets
Fiji Blue are heading to the Philippines for the first time this November! The chill house duo, known for their tracks 'It Takes Two' and 'Butterflies, will be performing at Manila's Samsung Hall as part of their Asia 2022 tour.
Jacob Collier
WHEN: 23 November 2022
WHERE: The Filinvest Tent, Alabang
TICKETS: PHP 3,800 (Regular) via Tickelo
Jacob Collier is heading to the Philippines! As part of his Djeese World Tour, the singer-songwriter will be holding a special one-night concert at Alabang.
BOYS LIKE GIRLS
WHEN: 10 - 11 October 2022 (Manila), 12 October 2022 (Cebu)
WHERE: New Frontier Theater, Manila & Skyhall, SM Seaside, Cebu
TICKETS: PHP 2,500 (GenAd) and PHP 3,500 (VIP) via SM Tickets
After several reschedules, Boys Like Girls are finally heading to the Philippines. The rock band will be playing three concerts across Manila and Cebu this October, where they are set to perform their 2007 album in its entirety.
CALUM SCOTT
WHEN: 20 October 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: PHP 3,750 via TicketNet
Calum Scott is making his way back to Manila as part of his Bridges Asia Tour. The singer-songwriter will be performing a special one-night concert at Quezon City's New Frontier Theater.
ANNE-MARIE
WHEN: 16 October 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: Starting at PHP 2,625 via TicketNet
Anne-Marie is heading to the Philippines! As part of her Dysfunctional Tour, the '2002' singer will be holding a one-night concert at Quezon City's New Frontier Theater.
SEVENTEEN
WHEN: 8 - 9 October 2022
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: Sold-out
SEVENTEEN are headed to Asia! As part of their Be The Sun world tour, the 'HOT' hitmakers will be performing a two-night show at Manila's MOA Arena.
JEREMY ZUCKER
WHEN: 8 October 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: Starts at PHP 2,500 via TicketNet PH
Jeremy Zucker is heading back to Manila as part of his MORE NOISE !!!! tour, which also sees various cities around Asia. This will comes as the 'comethru' hitmaker's second time in the Philippines after co-headling Karpos Live 2019.
JAY B
WHEN: 1 October 2022
WHERE: Araneta Coliseum
TICKETS: Sales start on 17 September via Ticket Net
JAY B is heading to Manila. For the first time as a soloist, the GOT7 member will be taking over Araneta Coliseum as part of his Tapes: Press Pause tour which will also see stops in Bangkok, Jakarta, Tokyo, and Seoul.
JESSI
WHEN: 30 September 2022
WHERE: SM Mall Of Asia
TICKETS: Starting at PHP 1,700 via SM Tickets
Jessi is coming to Manila! Concert promoters, Neuwave Events announced that the Korean rap star will be heading to Manila for the first time this September.
Oh Wonder
WHEN: 27 September
WHERE: Filinvest Tent, Alabang
TICKETS: PHP 3,000 (Early Bird) and PHP 3,600 (Regular) via Tickelo
Oh Wonder are coming to Manila! This comes as the alt-pop duo's highly anticipated return to Manila, after their 2020 Asia tour was cancelled due to the pandemic.
THE SCRIPT
WHEN: 23 September
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: Ranges from PHP 1,055 to PHP 8,950 via SM Tickets
The Script are coming back to Manila for their Greatest Hits Tour, where the band will be performing some of their most iconic songs from their entire career.
2022 K-pop Masterz Ep. 2 in Manila
WHEN: 23 September
WHERE: SMART Araneta Coliseum
TICKETS: Ranges from PHP 3,500 to PHP 13,500 via TicketNet PH
The second edition of 2022 K-pop Masterz is making its way back to Manila this September. This time around, the lineup features the ever-exciting Youngjae of GOT7, iKON, and ATEEZ.
beabadoobee
WHEN: 16 September 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: Starting at PHP 1,750 via TicketNet on 10 August (General Sale)
As part of her mythical Beatopia tour, Filipino-British singer-songwriter will be heading to the Philippines for a special one-night-only concert.
(G)I-DLE
WHEN: 11 September 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: Starts at PHP 3,710 via TicketNet
Following the cancellation of their I-LAND: WHO AM I world tour in 2020, (G)I-DLE are finally heading to the Philippines this year. As part of their JUST ME world tour, the 'TOMBOY' hitmakers will be performing in Manila this September.
Rico Blanco
WHEN: 11 September 2022
WHERE: Araneta Coliseum
TICKETS: Starts at PHP 500 via TicketNet
Rico Blanco will be taking over the Big Dome this September, alongside Balcony Entertainment acts like Zild Benitez and Ebe Dancel.
NCT 127
WHEN: 4 September 2022
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: Sold-out
As part of their The Link tour, NCT 127 are making their way back to Manila. The group's tour has also seen shows across Japan, Singapore, and the US.
B.I
WHEN: 27 August 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: Starts at PHP 2,500 via TicketNet
B.I will be heading to Manila for his very first fanmeet as part of his B.I OFFLINE concert series. The renowned rapper will be performing at Quezon City's New Frontier Theater.
THE MAINE
WHEN: 8 PM, 27 August 2022
WHERE: Skydome, SM City North Edsa
TICKETS: Ranges from PHP 2,500 to PHP 4,500 via SM Tickets
Following the release of their 8th studio album XOXO: From Love and Anxiety In Real Time, The Maine are returning to Manila as part of PULP Live World's first show since the pandemic. The 'Black Butterfly and Deja Vu' act previously performed in Manila as part of their You Are OK tour in 2019.
YUGYEOM
WHEN: 19 August 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: Starts at PHP 4,770 via TicketNet
YUGYEOM is coming to the Philippines. The GOT7 will be heading to Manila's New Frontier Theater for his first-ever solo concert in the concert.
ALL TIME LOW
WHEN: 15 August 2022
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: Ranges from PHP 3,500 to PHP 9,500 via SM Tickets starting on 1 May
All Time Low are heading back to Manila! Joined by local rock act Chicosci, the 'Remembering Sunday' act will be rocking out at the Pasay City venue as part of their Asia Pacific tour, which also includes shows in Japan.
BILLIE EILISH
WHEN: 13 August 2022
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: Starts at PHP 3,081 via SM Tickets
After cancelling her Where Do We Go? Asia tour in 2020 due to the pandemic, Billie Eilish is finally making her way to Asia. Billie Eilish will be headlining her first Manila concert this August.
Super Junior
WHEN: 6 August 2022
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: Ranges from PHP 3,500 to PHP 12,000 via SM Tickets, tickets start on 17 July
Super Junior is set to return to Manila this August as part of their Super Show 9 tour, which also sees stops in Bangkok and Seoul. The concert follows the release of their 11th album, The Road: Keep On Going.
Gimme Shelter
WHEN: 6 August 2022
WHERE: 123 Block, Mandala Park
TICKETS: PHP 1,050 via GNN Entertainment
As the first of their concert series to welcome fans back home to the live music scene, GNN Entertainment presents Gimme Shelter, an outdoor music festival featuring performances from Indonesia's Pamungkas, and the Philippines' Ben&Ben, Munimuni, Cheats, and She's Only Sixteen.
[UPDATE]: Cheats will no longer be playing the festival and will instead see a performance from Blaster Silonga and The Celestial Clowns.
K-pop Masterz In Manila
WHEN: 29 July 2022
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: Ranges from PHP 2,500 to PHP 12,500 via SM Tickets
PULP Live World are bringing together TREASURE and GOT7 members Jackson Wang and BamBam on one stage for 2022 K-pop Masterz.
BE YOU CONCERT
WHEN: 22 July 2022
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: PHP 1,500 (GenAd), PHP 2,500 (Upper Box), PHP 4,500 (Lower Box), PHP 6,000 (Patron), PHP 7,000 (VIP)
Joined by P-pop acts BINI, BGYO, and Lady Pipay, Red Velvet will be coming to Manila to perform at BE YOU, an extraordinary concert to celebrate those with special needs.
YOUNGJAE
WHEN: 23 July 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: Starts at PHP 3,000 via TicketNet
In conjunction with his fansign event that was announced earlier this year, Youngjae will also be holding a mini-concert this 23 July. This comes as part of the GOT7 member's mini tour Asia which will also see stops in Bangkok and Singapore.
SIGLA Music Festival
WHEN: 16 July 2022
WHERE: Batangas Provincial Sports Complex
TICKETS: PHP 699 (GenAd), PHP 1,199 (Silver), PHP 1,799 (VIP) via Rotaract
Batangas' biggest music festival is back and it's bringing some of the biggest names in Filipino music today. This coming July, SIGLA Music Festival is bringing on performances from Zack Tabudlo, Ben&Ben, Adie, Agsunta, DJ Ace Ramos, and more, as well as an array of fun festival activities.
LOUIS TOMLINSON
WHEN: 16 July 2022
WHERE: Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City
TICKETS: Ranges from PHP 1,500 to PHP 4,100 via TicketNet
Louis Tomlinson is coming to Manila! As part of his grand world tour, the Walls act is coming to Araneta Coliseum for a special one-night concert.
TUGATOG Music Festival
WHEN: 15 July 2022
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: Starting at PHP 1,999 via SM Tickets
Give way to the rise of P-pop. Tugatog Music Festival is bringing together some of the best in P-pop music on one stage this 15 July to celebrate a new generation of Filipino music. The festival will feature performances from ALAMAT, BINI, BGYO, Press Hit Play, MNL48, and more.
Arthur Nery
WHEN: 2 July 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater, Quezon City
TICKETS: Ranges from PHP 750 to PHP 4000 via TicketNet
Known for his R&B tracks that tug at the heartstrings, Arthur Nery is set to take the stage for his first-ever solo concert this July at Quezon City's famed New Frontier Theater.
AURORA 2022
WHEN: 10 - 11 June 2022
WHERE: Clark Global City, Pampanga
TICKETS: PHP 500 (GenAd), PHP 1,000 (VIP), PHP 3,000 (SVIP) via SM Tickets
Clark's Hot Balloon Music, Food and Art Festival is back! After cancelling last year's festival due to the ongoing pandemic, the highly anticipated Aurora 2022 is returning this summer. The festival features a star-studded line up including the likes of Ben&Ben, December Avenue, Al James, Kiyo, Skusta Clee, Unique Salonga, Arthur Nery, ALLMO$T, Michael Pangilinan, and more.
[UPDATE: 1 April 2022]: Zack Tabudlo and Adie have been added to Day 1 lineup of Aurora 2022.
BEGIN AGAIN: KPOP EDITION
WHEN: 29 May 2022
WHERE: Smart Araneta Coliseum
Tickets: Ranges from PHP 3,250 to PHP 10,250 via TicketNet
After two difficult years, it's time to begin again! This May, KEY of SHINee, NCT DREAM, WEi, and ALICE are heading to the Big Dome for a night of celebration as we revive the lve music scene all around the world.
SB19
WHEN: 23 April 2022
WHERE: Araneta Coliseum
TICKETS: Visit Dunkin' Philippines for more information
Dunkin' Philippines is holding SB19's first-ever solo concert since the start of the pandemic. The P-pop act will be taking over the Big Dome, joined by special guests YARA, DJ Waffster, LONEZO, and Matthaios.
PPOP CON 2022
WHEN: 9 - 10 April 2022
WHERE: Araneta Coliseum, New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: Live tickets range from PHP 1,000 to PHP 5,000 via Ticketnet Online
Serving as the first event of its kind, PPOP CON is a convention and live music event centred around all things P-pop. As part of the event, there will also be a concert featuring performances from SB19, MNL48, BINI, BGYO, ALAMAT, KAIA, VXON, 1st One, Press Hit Play, and 4th Impact.
The concert will also be streamed live online for fans around the world.
CANCELLED
boy pablo (Cancelled)
WHEN: 26 November 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: To go on sale via boy pablo's official website
As part of his 2022 Asia tour, the 'Dance, Baby!' act will be making a stop in Manila. This comes as boy pablo's second return to the Philippines following his 2019 tour.
Alec Benjamin (Cancelled)
WHEN: 21 November 2022
WHERE: New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: Starts at PHP 1,570 via TicketNet PH
As part of his (Un)Commentary tour, Alec Benjamin is heading to Manila for the first time for a special one-night-only concert.
AVRIL LAVIGNE (POSTPONED)
WHEN: 8 PM, 3 November 2022
WHERE: Araneta Coliseum
TICKETS: Ranges from PHP 1,050 to PHP 8,925 via Ticketnet Online
After getting postponed due to the pandemic, Avril Lavigne is finally heading back to Manila as part of her Head Above Water world tour that originally kicked off in 2019. Tickets purchased for the original 2020 concert date will still be valid for this year's show, contact Ticketnet Online for further information.
JUSTIN BIEBER (POSTPONED)
WHEN: 29 October 2022
WHERE: CCP OPEN GROUNDS
TICKETS: PHP18,850.00, PHP 16,210.00, PHP 13,570.00, PHP 10,410.00, PHP 8,290.00, PHP 6,180.00, PHP 4,490.00, PHP 2,695.00
Justin Bieber finally returns to Manila for his Justice World Tour, after having to cancel his 2017 Purpose World Tour. Tickets go on sale on 30 May, 10 AM via Ovation Productions and SM Tickets.
Pink Sweat$ (CANCELLED)
WHEN: 27 September
WHERE: New Frontier Theater
TICKETS: Starting at PHP 1,650 via TicketNet
Oh Wonder are coming to Manila! This comes as the alt-pop duo's highly anticipated return to Manila, after their 2020 Asia tour was cancelled due to the pandemic.
Alexander 23 (POSTPONED)
WHEN: 3 September 2022
WHERE: SM Aura Samsung Hall
TICKETS: PHP 1,920 (Balcony) and PHP 2,660 (Floor Standing) via SM Tickets
Alexander 23, known for his breakup anthem 'IDK You Yet', will be heading to Manila for the first time for a special concert as part of his world tour. The singer-songwriter recently released his debut album, Aftershock.
ALANIS MORISSETTE (CANCELLED)
WHEN: 19 - 18 November 2022
WHERE: Mall of Asia Arena
TICKETS: Ranges from PHP 2,870 to PHP 13,460 via SM Tickets
In celebration of her award-winning, globally acclaimed album Jagged Little Pill, Alanis Morissette is holding a special two-night concert this November. The concert was originally slated for 2020 but was rescheduled due to the pandemic.
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