Cup of Joe, Maki, Mayonnaise, KAIA and more to headline Navotas Music Festival 2026

The festival’s maiden edition brings together established and new Filipino artists for a one-day celebration of music, culture, and community

From left to right, top to bottom: Cup of Joe, Maki, Mayonnaise, KAIA, and Room Session

A new OPM-focused music festival is making waves!

Navotas Music Festival 2026 brings together some of the country’s most prominent artists for a full-scale concept experience like no other.

Presented by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) - Navotas Chapter, the festival will be held on September 26, 2026, at the Navotas Convention Center, transforming the highly urbanized city into a vibrant gathering for music lovers across the country.

Harana Music Festival brings a fresh, intimate vibe to the Philippine festival scene, featuring a powerhouse lineup of more than 10 massive OPM acts!

A new chapter in OPM festival experiences is about to begin.

This November 28, 2026, music lovers from across the country will gather in Filinvest Event Grounds Alabang, Muntinlupa City for Harana Music Festival 2026,  an acoustic music festival promising one of the most refreshing and intimate OPM experiences of the year.

What began as a vision to create a more personal and meaningful music festival is now becoming a reality. Harana Music Festival introduces a fresh concept to the Philippine festival scene—one that celebrates the beauty of simplicity, heartfelt performances, and genuine connections between artists and audiences.

Harana embraces a more laid-back and immersive atmosphere that brings together raw vocals, real instruments, and authentic storytelling, creating a space where every performance feels close and every song becomes deeply personal.

IKEA Pasay City opens its homes for the Filipino Christmas tradition of Carolling

The holiday season in the Philippines is all about traditions, and this year, IKEA Pasay City is waking up the festive spirit with a weeklong celebration for the many Filipinos. As a destination for a fun day out, IKEA creates inspiration and memorable experiences for its customers through engaging store activities, making it the perfect place to celebrate the joy and traditions of Christmas.

From December 16 to 20, IKEA Pasay City invites everyone to relive a beloved Filipino tradition with its Carolling Week. As Christmas carolling begins to fade in today’s fast-paced generation, this event offers a chance to bring back the joy and nostalgia of going door-to-door singing holiday classics. Customers are welcome to step into IKEA’s roomsets and fill the spaces with the warmth of Christmas songs.

Adding a creative twist, participants can craft their own instruments, blending the timeless spirit of carolling with IKEA’s commitment to eco-friendly living. It’s more than just singing—it’s about creating cherished memories, reconnecting with traditions, and celebrating the season in a meaningful, sustainable way.

Samsung Brings Fun and Function at the Galaxy AI Festival

Headlining the night were EXO’s Xiumin’s, BINI, and Hori7on as they welcomed a new era of Galaxy AI with the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6

Samsung recently unveiled a new frontier of innovation across the Galaxy ecosystem at the Galaxy AI Festival at Bonifacio Global City. The amazing event unfolded a new era for productivity, creativity, connectivity and self-expression for guests through immersive experience zones and unforgettable performances from top artists.  

Eager to know what unfolded? Read on for all the details!

PhilPop Himig Handog releases 12-song compilation on streaming platforms worldwide!

Maki, Moira, Johnoy Danao, Ice, VXON, Ferdinand Aragon, and more, join this year’s esteemed roster of interpreters 

PhilPop Himig Handog Songwriting Competition has released a compilation featuring the top 12 songs that made it to the final round.

The diverse selection of fully produced tunes was handpicked by the two music institutions (PhilPop and Himig Handog), who have made history by teaming up to find the next wave of global superstars and industry titans.

According to Jonathan Manalo, the creative director of ABS-CBN Music, the final roster of tracks was determined through a rigorous adjudication process. The selection of songs involved direct consultation with the songwriters to determine the creative direction of their respective material and identify collaborators who aligned with their overall vision for the competition.