Category: Events

Thai Actor Dew Jirawat Charms His Way Back to Manila for His 1st Solo Fan Meet
One of Thailand’s most beloved actors of this generation, Jirawat Sutivanichsak, more popularly known as “Dew”, is set to return to Manila on October 14, 2023 at the Samsung Hall – SM Aura Premier!

On July 2023, it was announced via his official Instagram account, @dew_jsu, that he will be touring around Asia for a solo fan meet from August to December this year. Manila will be his third stop right after Hong Kong and just before Guangzhou.

Presented to you by GMMTV, MakeitLive, and FanconSEA, tickets are now on sale at www.makeitlive.asia. All ticket tiers are reserved seating and fan benefits include a hi-touch session, 1:5 – 1:10 – 1:20 photo ops, signed posters, event ID and lanyard, souvenir cards, and event posters, depending on your chosen tier with the following prices:
- MKLPASS: P11,000.00
- GOLD: P8,500.00
- SILVER: P6,500.00
- BALCONY: P3,500.00
An artist under GMMTV, Dew made his acting debut in 2021 and rose to fame as “Renrawin Aira” or “F4 Ren” in the series “F4 Thailand: Boys Over Flowers”, a Thai adaptation of the renowned Japanese manga “Hana Yori Dango”.

After the successful run of the series in various parts of Asia, including the Philippines, Dew visited the country along with his co-stars Bright Vachirawit, Win Metawin, and Nani Hirunkit.

He has then bagged other leading roles and released songs including “In the Wind”, which was an official soundtrack for “F4 Thailand: Boys Over Flowers” and his most recent single, “North Star”.

Witnessing the support of their Filipino fans since then, Dew is excited to meet them again and fans can take this opportunity to get even more up close and personal with the Thai heartthrob!
September 12, 2023
Nyoy Volante and Juris Fernandez, Come Together for Soundtrip Sessions Vol. 2.

Join us on September 29, 2023 at the Music Museum and get ready for an unforgettable night of soul-stirring melodies and captivating performances as two of OPM’s finest, Nyoy and Juris will take you on a captivating musical journey revisiting timeless classics and presenting fresh renditions of modern hits.

Whether you’re a long-time fan of Nyoy and Juris or a newcomer eager to discover their musical brilliance, this concert guarantees an enchanting and soul-stirring experience that will leave you wanting more.

Tickets are now available at TicketWorld (891-9999)/ www.ticketworld.com.ph, Music Museum (721-0635/721-6726) and at 0917-8032571.

Ticket prices in VIP at 4500, Gold at 3000, Silver at 2500 and at Balcony for 1500.

Soundtrip Sessions Volume 2 also features the talent of Kiko Versoza. Show starts at 8pm.

This production is brought to you by Dragon Arc Events Management and in cooperation with Katinko, Le Marais Esthetics, Gusto Goto and Distileria Barako.

September 5, 2023
McDonald’s Kiddie Crew: A Triumphant Return in 2023

After a 3-year intermission, McDonald’s Kiddie Crew Workshop made an impressive return. Over 20,000 spirited kids from all over the nation participated in this cherished program, rekindling their teamwork, igniting creativity, and bolstering confidence.

Decades of Creating Joy

A cornerstone of McDonald’s since 1991, the Kiddie Crew Workshop showcases McDonald’s dedication to crafting unforgettable moments for both kids and parents. As all good things come to a pause, this enriching journey concludes with the Kiddie Crew Grand Graduation on September 2 and 3.

A Celebration Like No Other

Scheduled at the SMX Convention Center Manila (Halls 1-5), the grand event promises an entertainment bonanza resonating with this year’s theme: “Happy Voyagers”. Attendees will be enthralled by a captivating spectacle seamlessly blending the realms of wonder and reality.

Pre-Show Extravaganza

Before the main event, visitors can engage in interactive games and activities. Lucky attendees have a shot at grabbing enticing McDonald’s prizes. The main act unfolds a whimsical adventure with riveting live performances and the special presence of McDonald’s icons: Ronald McDonald, his jovial crew, and brand ambassadors Alden Richards, Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo, and Ryan Agoncillo.

Words from the Heart

“We are thrilled to celebrate the triumphant return of the Kiddie Crew Program in 2023, with over 20,000 young participants joining us on this incredible journey,” shared Fidel M. Balbieran, Marketing Director at McDonald’s. “The ‘Happy Voyagers’ theme perfectly encapsulates the spirit of exploration, happiness, and growth that defines our program. We invite families, friends, and well-wishers to join us in applauding these young graduates as they mark the culmination of their unforgettable experience,” he remarked.

Seize the Moment

The McDonald’s Kiddie Crew Grand Graduation 2023 is set to etch an indelible mark in the annals of heartwarming celebrations. To be part of this vibrant occasion or for more details, connect with McDonald’s on Facebook.

September 1, 2023
Just Between U & Kim Bum: Get Early Access To Fan Meet Tickets With Your UnionBank Card!

You’ve seen his perfect visuals and undeniable charm on hit K-Dramas like Boys Over Flowers, That Winter, the Wind Blows, Law School, Ghost Doctor, and most recently, Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938, and now you’ll have a chance to see your OG oppa, Kim Bum, in person!

Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) brings you an exclusive pre-sale event that will allow you to get first dibs on tickets for the highly awaited 2023 KIM BUM ASIA FAN MEETING (Between U and Me) to be held on September 22, 2023, at the New Frontier Theater in Manila and on September 23, 2023 at the NUSTAR Convention Center in Cebu!

As the Official Sponsor and Exclusive Pre-Sale Partner of the 2023 Kim Bum Fan Meeting in the Philippines, UnionBank will be holding a ticket pre-sale event on August 30, 2023, from 10:00AM to 11:59PM on TicketNet (for the Manila leg) and SM Tickets (for the Cebu leg) online, which will be open exclusively to UnionBank-issued active credit and debit cardholders. This will allow you to score tickets ahead of the official public sale schedule on August 31, 2023, from 12:00PM onwards. For the pre-sale, use the first six digits of your card number as the promo code.

A beloved South Korean actor, dancer, singer, and model, Kim Bum first rose to fame as So Yi-Jung in the popular K-drama Boys Over Flowers in 2009. Since then, he has starred in numerous drama series and films, winning prestigious awards and capturing the hearts of countless fans all over the world.

UnionBank has previously held exclusive pre-sales for Hamilton, Bruno Mars, and Sam Smith, and is now adding fan meets to its roster of A-list events. “We’re proud to be this event’s Official Sponsor and Exclusive Pre-sale Partner in the Philippines,” said Vishal Kadian, Cards and Consumer Loans Head at UnionBank. “This is just one of the many ways we are delighting our customers through exclusive offers and experiences that make using their UnionBank cards even more rewarding.”

Buyfansur tickets at the exclusive UnionBank pre-sale on August 30 via www.ticketnet.com.ph (September 22 fan meet in Manila) and www.smtickets.com (September 23 fan meet in Cebu).

Stay tuned to www.facebook.com/unionbankph/ for more details.

August 30, 2023
Experience World-class Basketball Fever at Araneta City

Show your support to our very own Gilas Pilipinas as they battle out with the world’s best and most competitive basketball teams. Catch their much-awaited matches at the FIBA preliminary rounds on August 27 and 29 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Tickets are available at ticketnet.com.ph.

Get your game face on for our beloved team with the help of some Gilas Pilipinas-inspired face paint! Head over to the face painting booth at the Gateway Mall activity area on August 27 and 29 and get your FREE face paint in time for the Gilas Pilipinas matches.

Wear your Pinoy pride with the hottest Gilas Pilipinas apparel. Grab the latest official t-shirts, jerseys, and other merchandise that you can wear during games or take home as a valued souvenir. You can check out at the Gilas Pilipinas merchandise booth at the Gateway Mall activity area from August 26 to 30.

Join the fun and enjoy a spectacular view of the Gilas Pilipinas games, as well as other FIBA matches happening in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Japan, all at Araneta City! Be at the Quantum Skyview of the New Gateway Mall 2 from August 27 onwards and take part in Cignal TV’s special FREE watch party for an exclusively unique FIBA adventure.

FIBA spectators may enjoy good meals before or after the games at newly-opened food choices at the New Gateway Mall 2. Nearby choices for diners include restaurants and food stores at the mall’s Coliseum Plaza (Manam, Nono’s, Shake Shack), Restaurant Collection (Botejyu, Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory, Abe, Starbucks, a mano, Grace Park), Quantum Skyview (Classic Savory, Burgoo), and Gateway Link (BLK 513, Caramia, Dairy Queen, Llao Llao, Pizza Hut, Subway), as well as Wolfgang’s Steakhouse and Dunkin’ Bev.

Spacious parking is available at the Parking Garage South Building and at basement levels of Gateway Mall and the New Gateway Mall 2, all conveniently linked to the Big Dome for better access and comfort.Be part of sports history and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime FIBA experience like no other only at the City of Firsts!

Be part of sports history and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime FIBA experience like no other only at the City of Firsts!

August 25, 2023
Shangri-La Plaza sends K-fans over the moon with HallyUniverse Fair

Shangri-La Plaza dives into the dynamic world of K-culture with HallyUniverse KFair on August 19-21 at the Red Carpet Cinema.

The free fair blasts off with Hello Future: Hallyu Fest Opening on August 19, 11am at the Red Carpet Cinema Lobby.

It’s followed by back-to-back afternoon sessions on academic opportunities in South Korea starting 1PMat the Red Carpet Cinema Premier. Check out Go na sa Korea to Study (GKS): A Brief Talk on Academic Opportunities organized by Global Korea Scholarship Philippines Alumni Association, Following the K-Dream: Fan’s Journey for Academic Pursuit by UP Korea Research Center and UP Department of Linguistics.

Get the fun started with Zimzalabim: Fanzone and Games by 3PM at the Red Carpet Cinema Lobby! Hosted by singer and YouTuber Jinho Bae, Zimzalabim is where fans can join entertaining games and karaoke sessions, and win exciting prizes from Max’s, Puma, Globe Kmmunity PH and Viu Philippines. They can even shop for their merch must-haves at the booths run by trusted merchants like Shopparkjimin, Catherine Ong, KAJ Designs, Coolbreeze Charlie and Hangang Friends. Local fanbases such as BTS PH, ONCE HQ, Carat Land Philippines, Cha Eun Woo PH, NewJeans Philippines, Korean Drama Society PH, Red Velvet Philippines, ONE DREAM TXT Philippines, Enhypen Philippines, and ZB1 Philippines are also organizing booths and activities for Filipino fans at Hallyuniverse.

Brands like Dunkin Donuts that’s already brought Korean stars Cha Eunwoo and Kim Soohyun to the Philippines are also putting up booths to delight more fans. Others joining in are Korean grocery store No Brand, BT21 goodies seller Kosneyland, and online video streaming service provider Viu Philippines that’s loved for its diverse catalog of K-drama and K-films.

Explore more K-fun as the fanzone also features, mouth-wateringly delicious K-street food, and a spot to try on and take photos with the traditional hanbok. Keep the energy up at Polaroid Love: Meet Me Korean Photobooth and Blue Hour: K-booths and Fanclubs throughout the fair.

Dance The Night Away: A K-POP Random Play Dance led by Big Crown Productions completes the first day of HallyUniverse with energetic K-pop fans dancing to contagious K-pop earworms by 4PM at the Red Carpet Cinema Lobby.

On August 20 and 21, fanbase DOrKyungsoo Philippines is indulging EXO-Ls, Dandanies, and K-cinephiles with multiple screenings of the space survival drama The Moon starring the main vocalist of legendary K-pop group EXO and actor Doh Kyungsoo. Also featuring respected Korean actors Sol Kyung-gu known for acclaimed films like Peppermint Candy and The Merciless and Kim Hee-ae from the popular The World of the Married series, the highly anticipated Korean film by Along With the Gods film series director Kim Yonghwa is a riveting tale on what it takes for one man to survive in the cold depths of space.

Time to go over the moon with your ults and biases and have a jolly good Hallyu-filled time at Shangri-La Plaza!

For updates and inquiries, follow Shangri-La Plaza on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shangrilaplazaofficial and on Instagram @shangrilaplazaofficial.

August 17, 2023
Davao Aurora Music Festival 2023: A Spectacular Fusion of Finest OPM Acts and Hot Air Balloon Extravaganza

Brace yourselves for an unprecedented extravaganza that is set to make history as the first-ever Davao Aurora Music Festival and Hot Air Balloon Display takes flight this coming October 28, 2023.

This groundbreaking event promises to captivate audiences of all ages with a mesmerizing fusion of live music from the country’s top acts, artistry, and a stunning hot air balloon display that will leave you in awe.

Dubbed as a monumental celebration of music, culture, and artistic expression, the Davao Aurora Music Festival will bring all the fun while highlighting Davao City’s vibrant cultural landscape. Organized by EPIC EVENTS in collaboration with Eggstop and Mr. Machiatto, this festival is the culmination of a vision to create an experience like no other, embracing the finest local talents of today.

Prepare for electrifying performances from some of the Philippines’ most beloved musical acts as the Davao Aurora Music Festival brings together an enchanting lineup headlined by none other than Ben&Ben, Zack Tabudlo, and Adie. Music aficionados of all ages will groove to the heartwarming melodies and soulful tunes that have captivated the nation.

Furthermore, The Davao Aurora Music Festival is a family-friendly affair, open to music enthusiasts of all ages, with the condition that children under 3 years old are accompanied by an adult on a 1:1 ratio. This ensures that everyone can revel in the joy of music and creativity, fostering an atmosphere of inclusivity and togetherness.

That’s not all. The festival will proudly bring amazing hot air balloon displays for everyone! The festival is expected to transcend the auditory senses, extending to the visual realm with a breathtaking hot air balloon display.

Embark on an adventure in the sky as majestic balloons adorned with special characters for AURORA Mode transform the atmosphere into a magical wonderland, making this event truly unforgettable.

Mark your calendars for October 28, 2023 at Crocodile Park Concert Grounds Davao Riverfront which will provide the perfect backdrop for a day of musical euphoria and awe-inspiring visuals.

Festival ticket prices are P1,000 for Gold & P3,000 for SVIP.

Tickets are expected to sell out fast! First come, first serve basis!

Tickets go on sale starting August 16, 2023.

Visit our website for tickets https://ticket.epiceventsph.com/ and www.smtickets.com

August 17, 2023
Korean Singer-Actress Kim SeJeong is Coming to Manila for her First-Ever Concert Tour

Get ready to catch the Korean star from the popular K-Drama series “Business Proposal” and “The Uncanny Counter”, and the beautiful voice behind several K-Drama OSTs, as the one and only KIM SEJEONG embarks on her first-ever concert tour. Her concert tour, “The 門”, will be coming to Manila on Sunday, October 1, 2023 at the New Frontier Theater. Presented by Wilbros Live.

The Korean singer-actress recently dropped a coming soon image for her first full-length album, “Moon”, raising much excitement from fans. The new album is set to drop on September 4 at 6PM KST. This will be KIM SEJEONG’s comeback as a singer in more than two years.

From her humble beginnings on the reality show Produce 101 (which she won) to becoming a member of girl groups I.O.I and Gugudan, to being a well-loved K-Drama actress, KIM SEJEONG’s journey as an artist has been an inspiration to many. Her songs “Love, Maybe” (from Business Proposal OST), “All of My Days” (from Crash Landing On You OST), “If Only” (from The Legend of the Blue Sea OST), “Paramour” (from Mr. Sunshine OST) and “Meet Again” (from The Uncanny Counter) have touched hearts of so many fans. Right now, she has become one of Korea’s most sought-after celebrities with 10.6M followers on Instagram and numerous brand endorsements around the world.

Tickets to 2023 KIM SEJEONG 1st CONCERT in Manila will be on-sale beginning Saturday, August 19 at 10AM via TicketNet.com.ph and all TicketNet outlets nationwide. Fans watching the concert will all have Hi-Bye Session and Official Poster as fan benefits. Lucky fans that will be able to purchase the Diamond ticket will have Group Photo (15:1) with KIM SEJEONG. For more information, follow @WilbrosLive on social media. #KIMSEJEONGinMANILA

August 9, 2023
Manila Improv Festival 2023: Brave The New

Asia’s biggest improv festival is back! After 6 years, the Manila Improv Festival is now bigger than ever with over 20 local acts and 44 international acts from countries like Korea, Australia, Israel, USA, India, Japan, Singapore, and more!

Improvisational theatre, or improv, is a form of theatre where scenes and stories are created spontaneously and on the spot, inspired by audience suggestions. The result? One-of-a-kind shows that are filled with laughter and joy from the magic of spontaneity.

With this year’s theme, “Brave the New”, the festival celebrates creative courage and fearless authenticity even in the face of change. So be ready to be treated to a hilarious festival filled with diverse stories, brave comedy, and never-seen-before shows!

Happening on September 7-10, 2023 at the Ayala Malls Circuit Makati, make sure to be part of this vibrant, joyful, and intercultural celebration of spontaneity!

Get your tickets now at bit.ly/mif2023-tickets or via fb.com/manilaimprovfestival

August 8, 2023
Daryl Hall To Hold PH Concert This November 2023

Legendary singer-songwriter Daryl Hall is set to perform live in Manila together with the Daryl’s House Band and Todd Rundgren as special guests on November 27, 2023, at the Mall of Asia Arena.

Daryl Hall is recognized as one of the best soul singers of his period and had a number of Billboard chart singles in the 1970s and the beginning of the 1980s. He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2004 and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April 2014. With his timeless hits, engaging stage presence, and undeniable talent, Daryl Hall continues to captivate audiences around the world.

Daryl Hall is known as half of the iconic duo Hall & Oates and will perform many of the duo’s popular hits. Hall has also hosted an online show or webcast, Live from Daryl’s House, which features live music acts in a podcast or video cast, first from his home in Millerton, New York, and more recently from his club, Daryl’s House, in Pawling, New York, since 2007. The webcast has featured appearances by different artists as well as a holiday special featuring Shelby Lynne and songs from the Hall and Oates release Home for Christmas.

Hall restores and preserves historic homes in both the United States and England. He hosted the 2014 television show Daryl’s Restoration Over-Hall on the DIY Network, which showed him and a crew working on restoring one of his homes in Connecticut.

In July 2018, BMG partnered with Hall and Jonathan Wolfson to secure worldwide rights for Live from Daryl’s House. One of the artists he featured in his webcast is Todd Rundgren, who will also be with him in his concert in the Philippines as his guest performer.

Rundgren is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer who has performed in a diverse range of styles as a solo artist and as a member of the band Utopia. He is known for his sophisticated and often unorthodox music, his occasionally lavish stage shows, and his later experiments with interactive art. His best-known songs include “Hello, It’s Me” and “I Saw the Light” from Something/Anything? (1972), which gets frequent airtime on classic rock radio stations. He was also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2021.

Daryl Hall’s concert in Manila will really be epic, and it will be a night to remember. Promoted by Ovation Productions with TAPGO.TV as the official media partner. Tickets at smtickets.com are priced at 15,750 (SVIP) / 14,750 (VIP) / 12,750 (Patron) / 10,750 (Lower Box A) / 9,750 (Lower Box B) / 5,750 (Upper Box) / and 2,750 (Gen. Ad). 

For more details and updates about the concert, please check the official website and Facebook Page of Ovation Productions at https://ovationproductionsmanila.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/ovationproductions/.

August 7, 2023