Whether you’re a music lover or a Korean culture aficionado, you know too well that being a big fan is hard work. You don’t just listen to or watch everything your idols are churning out. You’re also always on the lookout for concerts and fan meetings in the Philippines—which explains why you’re reading this article.
Well, you’re in for a treat. This 2023, big and exciting events are coming your way. Here are some of them!
Upcoming Concerts and Fan Meeting Events in the Philippines This 2023
Both Western music fans and K-culture connoisseurs will have a field day at these upcoming concerts and fan meetings in the Philippines. Start saving up!
👉 Bruno Mars Concert
- Date: June 24 and 25, 2023
- Location: Philippine Arena, Bulacan
- Ticket prices:
- Floor Standing – ₱18,750
- Lower Box A Premium – ₱17,750
- Lower Box A Regular – ₱16,000
- Lower Box B Premium – ₱13,750
- Lower Box B Regular – ₱11,250
- Upper Box A – ₱7,250
- Upper Box B – ₱5,550
- Upper Box C – ₱2,750
First on this list of concerts in the Philippines this 2023 is Bruno Mars, who is down to bring some funk to town with a two-day show at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan. Known for his upbeat, smooth, and eclectic discography, Bruno Mars is behind some of the world’s biggest hits, such as “Uptown Funk,” “Versace on the Floor,” “That’s What I Like,” and “Talking to the Moon,” among others.
The Bruno Mars concert in the Philippines this 2023[1] was originally set for one day. But due to overwhelming demand, the event organizer added another show.
👉 Alanis Morissette 2023 World Tour
- Date: August 1 and 2, 2023
- Location: Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City
- Ticket prices:
- SVIP – ₱14,750
- VIP – ₱13,750
- Patron – ₱11,750
- Lower Box A – ₱9,750
- Lower Box B – ₱8,750
- Upper Box – ₱5,750
- General Admission – ₱ 2,750
Where you at, ‘90s kids? Alanis Morissette is having a concert in Manila this 2023![2] Initially planned as a one-day event, another date was added after the first day was sold out. Nostalgia is indeed strong with this one.
The multi-genre superstar rocked the world with hits such as “Ironic,” “Hand in My Pocket,” “All I Really Want,” and “You Learn.”
The Alanis Morissette concert in Manila was originally scheduled for 2020 but had been postponed three times due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But this year, it’s really going to happen. Fingers crossed!
👉 The Corrs Live in Manila
- Date: October 21 and 22, 2023
- Location: Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City
- Ticket prices:
- Price Level 1 – ₱23,850
- Price Level 2 – ₱19,610
- Price Level 3 – ₱15,900
- Price Level 4 – ₱12,720
- Price Level 5 – ₱9,010
- Price Level 6 – ₱7,950
- Price Level 7 – ₱3,710
Another ‘90s hitmaker will come to Manila and leave everyone breathless! The Corrs concert in the Philippines will be held for two nights[3] this October at the Araneta Coliseum, helping you relive some of the best days of your life.
The pop-rock band is known for their hit songs “So Young,” “Runaway,” “Breathless,” and “All The Love in the World.” Super nostalgic, isn’t it?
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👉 HONNE May 2023 Asia Tour
- Date: May 10, 12, and 14, 2023
- Location:
- May 10 – Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City
- May 12 – University of Southeastern Philippines, Davao City
- May 14 – Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino, Cebu City
- Ticket prices (Smart Araneta Coliseum):
- Price Level 1 – ₱14,000
- Price Level 2 – ₱5,000
- Price Level 3 – ₱3,700
- Price Level 4 – ₱3,440
- Price Level 5 – ₱2,640
- Ticket prices (University of Southeastern Philippines)
- SVIP – ₱12,700
- VIP – ₱3,700
- Gold – ₱3,170
- Silver – ₱2,640
- General Admission – ₱1,590
- Ticket prices (Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino)
- SVIP – ₱13,250
- VIP – ₱4,250
- Patron – ₱3,750
- Gold – ₱3,250
- Silver – ₱2,250
- SP Balcony – ₱1,850
- Balcony – ₱850
Andy Clutterbuck and James Hatcher, known to the world as HONNE, are making a comeback in the Philippines after four years. The good news is they’re not only visiting Manila but also Cebu and Davao.
The HONNE concert in the Philippines[4] will be happening on May 10, 12, and 14 in Manila, Davao, and Cebu respectively. The London-based electronic music duo’s most popular tracks include “Location Unknown (with BEKA),” “No Song Without You,” “Day 1,” “Free Love,” and “Me & You.”
👉 LAUV: The Between Albums Tour
- Date: September 9 and 11, 2023
- Locations:
- September 9 – Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino, Cebu City
- September 11 – Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City
- Ticket prices (Waterfront Cebu):
- PIT Standing – ₱4,950
- GA Standing Floor – ₱2,750
- Ticket prices (Smart Araneta Coliseum):
- Floor Standing – ₱7,500
- Patron Sides – ₱6,250
- Lower Box A Premium and Patron Back – ₱5,250
- Lower Box A Regular – ₱4,750
- Lower Box B Premium – ₱4,250
- Lower Box B Regular – ₱3,500
- Upper Box Premium – ₱2,500
- Upper Box Regular – ₱2,000
- General Admission – ₱1,000
You’ll like it better when LAUV’s around. The American singer-songwriter will have a two-day show in the Philippines, with one happening in Manila and the other in Cebu.
This LAUV concert in the Philippines[5] is the last stop on his Asia tour after visiting Tokyo, Osaka, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Seoul, Taipei, Jakarta, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. LAUV is best known for his hits “I Like Me Better,” “I’m So Tired,” and “All 4 Nothing.”
👉 Sabrina Carpenter: emails i can’t send tour
- Date: July 25, 2023
- Location: New Frontier Theater
- Ticket prices:
- Floor A - ₱8,275
- Floor B - ₱7,275
- Loge - ₱6,275
- Balcony A - ₱3,275
- Balcony B - ₱1,775
She’s on her way! Sabrina returns to Manila this July 25 at the New Frontier Theater for her “emails i can’t send” tour. The singer and actress last visited the Philippines in 2018.
Aside from releasing hits such as “Nonsense,” “Feather,” “Looking at Me,” and “because i liked a boy,” Sabrina is also known for starring in shows and movies such as Disney Channel’s “Girl Meets World” and Netflix’s “Tall Girl.”
Buy Your Tickets with These Credit Cards
Planning to attend these concerts and fan meeting events in the Philippines? Grab your tickets before they run out! Use any of the following credit cards to book your tickets:
💳 Citi Simplicity+ Card
- No annual fees forever
- No extra fees for overlimit
- No late payments
Note: This product is sold by Union Bank of the Philippines, using certain trademarks temporarily under license from Citigroup Inc. and related group entities.
💳 Citi Rewards Card
- 3x non-expiring reward points when you shop and dine
- 1 non-expiring reward point for every ₱30 spend
Note: This product is sold by Union Bank of the Philippines, using certain trademarks temporarily under license from Citigroup Inc. and related group entities.
💳 HSBC Red Mastercard
- 4x reward points on online, shopping, dining, and overseas spend
- 1 reward point for every ₱20 spend
- 6% rebate on first Caltex fuel spend; 3% rebate year-round
💳 BPI Blue Mastercard
- 1 reward point for every ₱35 spend
- Flexible installment plans with terms of up to 36 months
- Free travel insurance of up to ₱2 million
💳 Metrobank ON Virtual Mastercard
- 1 reward point for every ₱20 spend
- Fast approval
- Flexible credit limit
👉 EXO-SC Back to Back Fancon Tour
- Date: May 20, 2023
- Location: Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City
- Ticket prices:
- VIP – ₱11,500
- Patron – ₱9,500
- Lower Box A – ₱8,500
- Lower Box B – ₱7,500
- Upper Box A – ₱5,500
- Upper Box B – ₱4,500
- General Admission – ₱3,000
See EXO’s Sehun and Chanyeol live on stage at their Back to Back Fancon Tour in Manila.[6] This EXO concert in the Philippines is the boy group’s first performance in the country in four years. As one of the biggest K-Pop concerts in the Philippines this 2023, this event has a lot in store for fans.
Those getting VIP tickets will also get an official ID and lanyard. They’re also eligible to join the raffle for the presscon, send-off, and a signed poster. Patron ticket holders, on the other hand, are eligible to join the raffle for a signed poster only.
If you aren’t a VIP or Patron ticket holder, you’ll still get a souvenir show card.
👉 TWICE Ready to Be World Tour
- Date: September 30, 2023
- Location: Philippine Arena, Bulacan
- Ticket prices: To be announced
ONCEs, assemble! Cheer up and feel special because TWICE is coming to the country for a concert in the Philippine Arena.[7] The girl group’s event will definitely be one of the biggest K-Pop concerts in Manila this 2023.
The TWICE concert ticket price in the Philippines this 2023 hasn’t been announced yet. But if you want to get first dibs on the tickets, register for free membership at www.livenation.ph.
TWICE made the world sing and dance to their hits “What is Love,” “Likey,” “TT,” “Fancy,” and “I Can’t Stop Me.”
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👉 NMIXX Showcase Tour
- Date: June 30, 2023
- Location: New Frontier Theater, Quezon City
- Ticket prices:
- VIP Soundcheck + Signed Poster – ₱11,750
- VIP Soundcheck – ₱11,250
- Floor Standing – ₱9,750
- Loge – ₱9,250
- Balcony A – ₱5,500
- Balcony B – ₱2,750
NMIXX is heading to the country for the first time, adding yet another colorful act to the upcoming concerts and fan meeting events in the Philippines. The NMIXX concert is also touted as one of the most awaited K-Pop concerts in Manila this 2023.[8]
VIP packages entitle concertgoers to soundcheck. The other slightly higher-tiered VIP package comes with a signed poster.
NMIXX is the Korean girl group behind the hits “O.O,” “Dice,” and “Love Me Like This.”
👉 Gameplay with Wi Ha Jun: The Fan Meet
- Date: May 21, 2023
- Location: New Frontier Theater
- Ticket prices: Instead of buying a ticket, you’ll need to reach the minimum single-receipt net purchase amount at Bench:
- SVIP – ₱8,000 purchase
- VIP – ₱7,000 purchase
- Patron Center – ₱6,000 purchase
- Patron Sides – ₱5,000 purchase
- Loge – ₱4,000 purchase
- Balcony – ₱2,000 purchase
The Award-winning Korean TV series “Squid Game” captivated the world in 2021 with its compelling story and relatable characters. It also attracted oppa-obsessed fans around the world, thanks to actor Wi Ha Jun.
Get your hearts ready for Wi Ha Jun’s fan meet in the Philippines, aptly called “Gameplay with Wi Ha Jun: The Fan Meet.” It’s one of the most awaited concerts and meeting events in the Philippines featuring Korean stars.
Since it’s organized by Bench, you don’t have to buy a ticket to attend this fan meeting in Manila. Instead, you’ll need to buy Bench products and reach a specific spend amount.
👉 Cha Eun-woo Fan Meet
- Date: July 2, 2023
- Location: To be announced
- Ticket prices: To be announced
As a star who carries the Face Genius title in South Korea, Cha Eun-woo lives up to his name by wooing the whole world with his charm. But he proves that he’s more than just a pretty face.
Eun-woo, a member of the boy group ASTRO, is also a talented singer and dancer. He has also branched out to acting with hit TV shows “Gangnam Beauty” and “True Beauty” under his belt.
You’ll get to meet this leading man in July, although details on the venue and ticket are still under wraps. Leading food brand Dunkin’ is behind this Cha Eun-woo fan meeting in the Philippines.
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Final Thoughts
Are you excited for these upcoming concerts and fan meeting events in the Philippines? We know you are! If you’re a first-time attendee, it would be wise to sign up for alerts and email notifications to get first dibs on the tickets since they sell fast.
Sources:
- [1] Bruno Mars Day 2 Concert Announced; Day is Sold Out! (Pep.ph, 2023)
- [2] Finally! Alanis Morissette Manila Concert in August 2023 (Manila Bulletin, 2023)
- [3] The Corrs to Perform in Manila This October (Bandwagon, 2023)
- [4] Honne Announce May 2023 Asia Tour (Manila Bulletin, 2023)
- [5] Lauv That for Us! Lauv Returns to Manila and Cebu in September (Rappler, 2023)
- [6] Here are the Ticket Prices, Seat Plan for EXO-SC’s Fancon Tour in Manila (Life, The Philippine Star, 2023)
- [7] Fancy! TWICE to Hold a Concert in PH (Rappler, 2023)
- [8] NMIXX To Perform in Manila (Rappler, 2023)
- [9] Wi Ha Jun is Coming to the Philippines for a Fan Meet (Metro.Style, 2023)
- [10] Astro’s Cha Eun-woo to Visit Philippines in July (Interaksyon, 2023)