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A year of spectacle awaits: Experience 2026's Q1 shows at SM MOA Arena

By MBrand
Published Dec 2, 2025 10:45 pm
A new year is approaching, bringing an impressive lineup of new acts in 2026 at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena. From Grammy Award-winning artists to OPM music festivals, this year’s lineup for the first quarter is just a peek of what’s in store for 2026.
The Broken Hearts Concert (Jan. 7)
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For those ready for an emotional rollercoaster, the Broken Hearts Club Music Festival promises an unforgettable experience as you journey through the five stages of grief with iconic Original Pilipino Music (OPM) hits. Featuring some of the greatest names in OPM, the event brings the raw emotion of love to life through timeless songs.
Broken Hearts Club to feature OPM icons on Jan. 7, 2026.
Broken Hearts Club to feature OPM icons on Jan. 7, 2026.
2026 Riize Concert Tour in Manila [Riizing Loud] (Jan. 17)
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The rising stars of K-Pop’s 5th Generation, the six-member boy group RIIZE, are coming to Manila for the very first time! Known for their fresh take on contemporary music—blending R&B and pop—the group has been making waves in the K-pop industry following the release of their latest album. Debuted under SM Entertainment in 2023, RIIZE is set to perform their top hits, including “Get a Guitar,” “Love 119,” and “Boom Boom Bass.”
K-pop group RIIZE rises to the top of 5th Generation K-pop on Jan. 17, 2026.
K-pop group RIIZE rises to the top of 5th Generation K-pop on Jan. 17, 2026.
Israel Houghton (Jan. 18)
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Seven-time Grammy Award-winning gospel artist Israel Houghton redefines Gospel music with his unique contemporary approach to worship. His performance and concert promise not only an extraordinary musical experience but also a profoundly spiritual journey for everyone.
Israel Houghton brings contemporary worship music on Jan. 18, 2026.
Israel Houghton brings contemporary worship music on Jan. 18, 2026.
Day6 10th Anniversary Tour The Decade in Manila (Jan. 24)
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K-pop rock band DAY6 celebrates its 10th anniversary, and fans can expect a road down memory lane and a sneak peek at the band’s next move. One of the few pop-rock bands under JYP Entertainment, the group has become a spectacle of instrumentalists since their debut in 2015.
After 10 years as a group, DAY6 returns to the country to celebrate their journey together on Jan. 24, 2026.
After 10 years as a group, DAY6 returns to the country to celebrate their journey together on Jan. 24, 2026.
Bryan Adams Roll with the Punches (Jan. 31)
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Bringing the expressive and deviant spirit of rock, Grammy-award-winning artist Bryan Adams makes an impression at the venue for the first time. The artist rose to fame during the 80s as his songs became part of Karaoke culture, such as "Everything I Do (I Do for You),” “When You’re Gone,” and “Summer of '69.”
Bryan Adams is set to rock the venue with timeless hits on Jan. 31, 2026.
Bryan Adams is set to rock the venue with timeless hits on Jan. 31, 2026.
One Ok Rock Detox Asia Tour (March 4)
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Back at it again for the third time at the venue, Japanese Rock Band ONE OK ROCK makes a stop for their Asia tour after their last concert in 2018. The tour will feature their latest studio album “DETOX,” including their breakout single “Tropical Therapy,” which showcases the band's bold evolution, blending massive, anthemic hooks with raw lyricism and a genre-defying sound.
ONE OK ROCK returns for the third time at SM Mall of Asia Arena on March 4, 2026.
ONE OK ROCK returns for the third time at SM Mall of Asia Arena on March 4, 2026.
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Your Gateway to Live Entertainment: SM Tickets Elevates On-Site Convenience
With the continuous flow of high-traffic events at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, SM Tickets has opened alternative routes to its ticketing booths for on-site ticket purchases.
Fans can now access the SM Ticket booths at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, located on Coral Way and Marina Way, by using the bridgeway from National University Mall of Asia (NUMA) parking, the Mall of Asia Arena Annex (MAAX) parking, IKEA, the SM Mall of Asia (SM MOA) parking areas, and the transport terminal.
The SM Tickets Booth can now be accessed via the Bridgeway from nearby SM affiliated establishments.
The SM Tickets Booth can now be accessed via the Bridgeway from nearby SM affiliated establishments.
The SM Tickets Booth can now be accessed via the Bridgeway from nearby SM affiliated establishments.
From the bridgeways, fans can now proceed via escalator or elevator to Coral Way, then follow Diokno Boulevard to Marina Way. These passageways through elevators and escalators operate daily from 8 AM to 7 PM, with extended hours on event days.
Navigate your way to the Arena with this guide map for easy entry and exit during events.
Navigate your way to the Arena with this guide map for easy entry and exit during events.
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