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&FRIENDS Festival Manila 2025 Launches Two-Day Celebration of Music and Pop Culture

From May 30 to 31, 2025, Okada Manila will host the &FRIENDS Festival, a premier event blending electronic dance music (EDM) with pop culture. The festival features over 60 international and local artists and creators, offering attendees an immersive experience of music, art, and community.

Headliners and Performances

The festival boasts an impressive lineup of global EDM stars:

Zedd returns to Manila after nearly three years, headlining the Music Night on May 30.
ILLENIUM, known for his melodic dubstep, will perform on May 31.
bbno$, the genre-bending rapper, also takes the stage on May 31.

Other notable performers include Seven Lions, €URO TRA$H, Kiara, Hoang, and RayRay, ensuring a diverse musical experience. Check out the schedules down below:

Creator Expo and Cultural Fusion

Beyond music, the festival emphasizes cultural exchange and creator engagement:

The Creator Stage After-Hours transforms into a K-Pop Rave on May 30, featuring DJs 2Spade and Hoaprox.
On May 31, the spotlight shifts to Original Pilipino Music (OPM) with performances by Ylona Garcia, Amiel Sol, and Kiyo.
The Creator Expo runs during the daytime, offering meet-and-greets, panels, and merchandise from creators like Ironmouse, Shoto, Tuonto, and local talents such as Charess and Jujumao.