EDM Superstars Converge in Manila
Words Tedrick Yau
Photos &FRIENDS Festival
May 3, 2025
The countdown to Manila’s most electrifying event has officially begun! &FRIENDS Music and Pop Culture Festival welcomes over 60 EDM superstars for the ultimate party and pop expo experience. Taking place on May 30-31, 2025 at Okada Manila, the festival is set to be the biggest celebration of today’s hottest name in EDM music and pop culture. Celebrating Gen Z pop culture, music and content creators will lead the festival. A gateway between east and west, &FRIENDS Festival brings the world's biggest names to Asia while giving local rising stars a global spotlight.
Following the announcement of the artist roster and festival program, &FRIENDS Festival boasts an unparalleled lineup that includes Grammy-winning EDM titan Zedd, viral sensation bbno$, and Billboard Awards awardee ILLENIUM. Fans will be thrilled with electrifying performances from Dutch electronic duo €URO TRA$H, Singapore’s fast-rising star Kiara, melodic dubstep innovator Seven Lions, and Filipino-Australian superstar Ylona Garcia. The festival will showcase a diverse array of talent, including Amiel Sol, BOTCASH, Fairlane b2b Siangyoo, Hoang, KDH, Kiyo, Jeonghyeon, NGHTSHIFT, NoahJ, RayRay, and many more for a weekend packed with unforgettable musical experiences.
In addition to the star-studded lineup, the festival will feature a Creator Expo where fans can interact with some of the most influential figures in the digital realm, including record-breaking VTuber Ironmouse, indie VTuber Shoto, internet chef Kenny Song, and lifestyle vlogger Fred Liu. Attendees can look forward to engaging meet-and-greets, interactive panels, and immersive events that bridge the gap between music and digital content creation. With two days of live performances, fans can choose from a variety of ticket options to tailor their festival experience.
This is a music and pop festival that should not be missed!
For more information on the tickets and the programs, follow the &FRIENDS Festival official social media channels for updates on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X.
