In a historic first, the Asia Artist Awards (AAA) is coming to the Philippines, and the date is fast approaching.
The landmark event’s 8th edition, which honours the entertainment industry’s best talents in Korea and the greater Asian region, is set to be held on 14 December at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan.
The red carpet is set to commence at 12:30 PM (PHT), while the awards ceremony will be held from 3:00 to 9:30 PM (PHT).
Here’s everything you need to know:
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Emcees & full lineup
Kang Daniel, IVE’s Jang Wonyoung and Zerobaseone’s Sung Han Bin are confirmed to preside as emcees.
Some of this year’s breakout stars and juggernaut acts from the K-Pop world, alongside some of the Philippines’ finest, are on the billing:
- &TEAM
- AKMU
- ATBO
- Ash Island
- Ben&Ben
- BOYNEXTDOOR
- The Boyz
- DinDin
- Dreamcatcher
- HORI7ON
- ITZY
- KARD
- Kingdom
- Kep1er
- Kim Jaejoong 김재중
- Kwon Eunbi 권은비
- Lapillus
- Lun8
- LE SSERAFIM
- Lee Youngji
- NMIXX
- NewJeans
- ONEUS
- Paul Blanco
- SB19
- BSS (SEVENTEEN)
- Sakurazaka46
- STAYC
- Stray Kids
- Tempest
- YAOCHEN 姚琛
- Zerobaseone
The following film and TV actors and personalities are also set to attend the ceremony:
- Ahn Dong Goo 안동구
- Ahn Hyo Seop 안효섭
- Cha Joo Young 차주영
- Suho (EXO)
- Jung Sung Il 정성일
- Kentaro Sakaguchi 坂口 健太郎
- Kim Ji Hun 김지훈
- Kim Sejeong 김세정
- Kim Seon Ho 김선호
- Kim Young Dae 김영대
- Lee Dong Hwi 이동휘
- Lee Eun Saem 이은샘
- Lee Jun Ho 이준호 (2PM)
- Lee Jun Hyuk 이준혁
- Lee Jun Young 이준영
- Moon Ga Young 문가영
- Moon Sang Min 문상민
- Park Jae Chan 박재찬
- Yoon Seon Ho 유선호
Filipino showbiz personalities Daniel Padilla, Kathryn Bernardo, and Melai Cantiveros-Francisco have also been confirmed to attend.
Asia Artist Awards 2023: Who is performing at the Philippine Arena
Tickets
Seats are tiered and priced as follows:
Availability can be confirmed via the PULP Tickets platform.
To enter, printouts or e-tickets saved on mobile phones will be honoured, along with a valid identification (ID). These should be presented at designated PULP Ticket hubs, where guests can claim their strap and a souvenir show card. This will go on from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM (PHT). Gates will open at 12:00 PM, but portals will open at 1:00.
Meanwhile, eligible winners of the red carpet, which takes place at 12:30 PM (PHT), can claim their straps from 8:00 to 11:00 AM. Along with their ticket and ID, winners must present their winning voucher as well.
See this map for designated ticket hubs and entry points:
Ready to make the most of your Asia Artist Awards 2023 experience? Find your way with our venue map, discover where to get strapped and claim your souvenir show card, strike a pose in the photo zone, and our food map guide. 🥰#AAA2023inPH pic.twitter.com/joYWyKg27k
— PULP Live World (@pulpliveworld) December 9, 2023
Re-entry is allowed, so keep your straps on and safe throughout the show.
Navigate smoothly with our detailed site map, stay on track with the event day schedule, and don't forget our re-entry reminder. 📌 Make every moment count and enjoy the Asia Artist Awards 2023 to the fullest! We can't wait to see you all soon! 🥳
— PULP Live World (@pulpliveworld) December 9, 2023
You can also visit… pic.twitter.com/jsHpEA4tWX
Transportation and how to get there
PULP has organised shuttle services together with Tridem Tours.
Shuttle tickets, priced at PHP 950 (regardless of terminal and departure time), is on sale only from November 14, 6PM to December 10, 11:59 PM (PHT) (extended deadline) via Tridem Tours’s website. The service is only available to AAA ticketholders.
Guidelines regarding departure times, special accommodations, and other reminders can be found here.
Car passes are required for private vehicles and carpools to access parking sites nearest to the Philippine Arena. Application is subject to approval as there are limited stocks. Details and answered FAQs are provided here.
After the festivities are over, check out this map for exit routes:
As the night wraps up for the ASIA ARTIST AWARDS 2023, we want to make sure everyone has a safe travel home! 🚗 Check out this Exit Map Guide for a smooth exit from the Philippine Arena on December 14.
— PULP Live World (@pulpliveworld) December 11, 2023
Tickets are still available at https://t.co/IWbcepmrV1. #AAA2023inPH pic.twitter.com/JcIObvElLX
Amenities and other reminders
AAA 2023 will be opening a Fanzone at the nearby Philippine Sports Stadium, an open-air venue where food and drink concessionaires will be setting up shop alongside big brands and fanclubs. Guests can check out the various activities and installations such as the Photozone, History Zone, and Star Wall, and then unwind at the relaxation zone.
Other food and beverage concessionaires can be found in the vicinity of the arena.
FANZONE at the Philippine Sports Stadium will be our pre-party spot on December 14! 🤩 You may roam around, have fun with your friends, and participate in exciting activities and surprises! This is open to EVERYONE, so bring the squad, and enjoy! 🥳🫶
— PULP Live World (@pulpliveworld) December 11, 2023
You can still grab your… pic.twitter.com/wD18tTRuq6
Read through this checklist concerning necessities and prohibited items carefully for the safety of all guests:
Don't forget your essentials for Asia Artist Awards 2023! 👍 Check out the list of must-brings, prohibited items, and important safety reminders. 🤗 Let's make sure we have an incredible and safe celebration together on December 14 at the Philippine Arena! ✨#AAA2023inPH pic.twitter.com/zA86KhOToZ
— PULP Live World (@pulpliveworld) December 9, 2023
Broadcast
The event will be broadcast via Weverse in South Korea and other territories (except Japan, Vietnam and the Philippines) and hulu in Japan starting at 12:30 PM (PHT) for the Red Carpet and 3:00 PM (PHT) for the awards show.
2023 AAA on Weverse LIVE will now be available not only in South Korea but also in a lot more countries in the world!
— Weverse (@weverseofficial) December 13, 2023
Don't miss 2023 AAA on Weverse LIVE! 🔥
*Not available in Japan, the Philippines, and Vietnam https://t.co/I8qMMMyXMM
In the Philippines, the host country of this year's AAA, Lazada is the official livestreaming partner.
Catch the dazzling moments from the Asia Artist Awards 2023 LIVE on December 14, thank you to @LazadaPH's wonderful support as our official livestream partner. 🥰 Check out Lazada's socials for their AAA Ticket Giveaway details or via this link: https://t.co/AatE0BcAx4.… pic.twitter.com/OP0T0FlDdH
— PULP Live World (@pulpliveworld) December 7, 2023
AAA 2023 is presented by STAR NEWS, TONZ ENTERTAINMENT and Philippine-based organiser PULP Live World.
Founded 2016, the prestigious award-giving body is the brainchild of South Korean newspaper Money Today together with media giants MTN and StarNews. Regarded as the “Oscars and Grammys of Asia,” the AAA spotlights not only established icons and celebrities but emerging talents as well in the region’s entertainment industry.
More details may follow. Watch this space for updates.
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