LIST: All international group acts performing in Manila next year
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The year 2024 is a week away from drawing its final curtain but it looks like the new year is already fully booked with shows from big and up-and-coming names in the international music scene.
Following a successful setlist from the likes of Ed Sheeran, Janet Jackson, Olivia Rodrigo and countless others in the previous months, 2025 will make sure that crowds remain pumped for another round of heart-thumping concert frenzy, especially loads of Valentine’s-themed performances.
Check out the upcoming shows below:
Cigarettes After Sex — 14 January
X’s World Tour at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay
The American dream pop trio is back to put Manila in a trance after their first show in 2018 with more ethereally sensual melodies from their latest releases Dark Vacay (2024), Tejano Blue (2024), and Motion Picture Soundtrack (2023).
Phantom Siita — 18 January
Moth to a Flame Tour at the Samsung Hall, SM Aura Premier, BGC
Phantom Siita will be embarking on their first international tour just six months after their debut as a retro-horror pop idol group, formed by Japanese Vocaloid sensation Ado.
Seventeen — 18-19 January
RIGHT HERE Tour at the Philippine Sports Stadium, Bulacan
A frequent performer from the K-pop industry, Seventeen proves they’re right in the hearts of CARATs as they return for their eighth show in Manila in celebration of their compilation album, RIGHT HERE.
Maroon 5 — 29 January
Asia Tour 2025 at the SM Mall of Asia Area, Pasay
Get ready to bust some moves like Jagger for the American pop powerhouse behind the chart-toppers “Moves Like Jagger,” “This Love,” “Misery”, and “Sugar”, as the all-star geniuses headline once again a brand new tour with fans all over Asia.
Kolohe Kai — 1 February
Kolohe Kai Live in Manila (Insignia Concert Series) at the Samsung Hall, SM Aura Premier, BGC
Picture this: a hibiscus tucked in your ear, a coconut in hand, the cool, salty breeze wafting in your face, while a gentle strum from the ukulele harmonizes with the sound of waves splashing in the sand. Hawaii may be miles away but Kolohe Kai is bringing island flair to you with reggae tunes that’ll remind you no less of the Aloha state.
The Brand New Heavies — 8 February
The Brand New Heavies Live in Manila at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater, Makati
The acid jazz band is soon to grace the audiences of Manila with their Asia tour in commemoration of their “Brother Sister” album’s 30th anniversary.
The Script — 11-12 February
Satellites World Tour at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City
There’s no going back to the corner now for a visit from The Script because the Irish quartet has moved in with a two-night show in Manila, following a successful set in 2022.
Hoobastank — 12 February
Hoobastank Live in Manila at the New Frontier Theater, Quezon City
The voice behind “The Reason”, Grammy-nominated rock ensemble Hoobastank is celebrating 20 years of the cherished power ballad with a new show in Manila.
The Corrs — 15-16 February
From Manila, With Love Tour at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City
Say it’s true? Say less because The Corrs stayed true to their promise to sing again in Manila after their blockbuster 2023 show. Being one of the many post-Valentine’s tours next year, this highly anticipated event might just be the only performance that will leave you breathless.
A1 — 15-16 February
Valentine’s Tour at the New Frontier Theater, Quezon City
After a sold-out first day show and by popular demand, A1 is extending their Valentine’s Tour to two nights. This marks their third set in Manila and their first time to perform in celebration of love that will surely sweep audiences off their feet with tracks that make them feel like a rose all over again.
Jinjer — 18 February
Asian Tour 2025 at the Skydome, SM North EDSA
A beloved home to many new and old faces in the metal and rock genres, the Skydome is adding a new show up its sleeve with Jinjer’s Asian Tour in February, where a headbanging, riff-revving opportunity awaits fans.
Day6 — 22 February
Tour at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City
Among the several returning artists for next year’s shows, South Korean rock band Day6 is two bass drops away from striking the Manila crowd with adrenaline-inducing choruses for their Forever Young tour.
Wave to Earth — 28 February
0.03 World Tour at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay
South Korean indie-pop band Wave to Earth may be a new kid on the block but its critically-acclaimed repertoire of melodies that capture various emotional backgrounds is proof that they’re one to look out for in their 0.03 World Tour.
ENHYPEN — 1 March
WALK THE LINE Asia Tour at the Philippine Sports Stadium, Bulacan
You can’t spell ENHYPEN without hype because that’s exactly what the K-group will be serving local ENGENEs in their WALK THE LINE tour.
BOYNEXTDOOR — 22 March
KNOCK ON Vol. 1 Tour at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City
A rising star in the new wave of K-pop, BOYNEXTDOOR is not letting local audiences miss out on the dynamic, youthful energy of their six-piece set that made a lasting impression at multiple award shows in their home country.
NCT Wish — 12 April
Log In Asia Tour at the New Frontier Theater, Quezon City
NCT continues its back-to-back Manila tours for nearly three years with its Japanese sub-unit, NCT Wish’s first Asia tour.
M2M — 1-2 May
The Better Endings Tour 2025 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City
Some of the best moments do come with better endings, and that’s exactly what M2M is about to impart in their next Asia tour, as Marit Larsen and Marion Ravn reunite after a decades-long hiatus. This time, there’s no more going away.
Secondhand Serenade, The Click Five, Boys Like Girls — 8 May
Playback Music Festival at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City
Emo is not a phase since every high school playlist made because alt-rock icons Secondhand Serenade, The Click Five, and Boys Like Girls are here to prove that not all throwback Thursdays are dead with a mega, one-night only set guaranteed to strum audiences’ heartstrings with love and nostalgia.
Boyz II Men — 18 May
Boyz II Men Live in Manila at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City
R&B crooners Boyz II Men are no strangers in leaving crowds on bended knees for a new live series of romance, soul, and dancing as they prepare for their comeback in Manila, who once sung and swayed along to their best-selling hits “On Bended Knee”, “I’ll Make Love to You”, and “End of the Road.”