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EDM festival &FRIENDS returns to Manila in June

Jan Milo Severo
26/03/2026 04:01:00
The premier electronic dance music festival in Manila returns on June 19 and 20, transforming Okada Manila into a global gathering point for dance music culture.

MANILA, Philippines — The &FRIENDS Festival will return to Manila on June 19 and 20, bringing a lineup of international electronic music acts to Okada Manila.

Headlining this year’s edition are Galantis, Porter Robinson, Subtronics and Yellow Claw, organizers said.

Galantis, the project of Swedish producer Christian Karlsson, is known for tracks such as "Runaway (U & I)" and "No Money," while Porter Robinson returns to Manila after his previous tour stop in the country.

Subtronics, a US-based producer, and Dutch duo Yellow Claw are also set to perform as part of the festival’s main lineup.

The festival will also feature a label showcase from Monstercat, with performances from ARMNHMR and Arcando.

Additional acts include WUKONG and KIARA, alongside CHYL, Ian Asher, Level Up and Siangyoo. Regional artists Amanda Sze, DJ Cupcakes, Orange Juice Asia and Smooth Brain Girly are also on the bill.

Organizers said more artists will be announced in the coming months.

Festival details. The two-day event is designed as an immersive experience, with large-scale stage production and visual elements.

Tickets start at P8,250 and will be available through Ticketmelon, with early bird sales beginning March 25.

The festival has previously hosted acts such as Zedd, Illenium, Seven Lions and Knock2, positioning Manila as a stop on the international electronic music circuit.

by Philstar