LALALAFEST Manila 2026 Announces Line-up: Steve Lacy, Two Door Cinema Club, Ben&Ben and More
LALALAFEST Manila 2026 is set to ignite the World Trade Center on August 21, 2026 with a roster that spans continents and genres. Tickets will open on Saturday, June 13 at noon and will be available through SMTickets.com and SM Tickets outlets nationwide.
Since its debut in 2022, LALALAFEST has become Southeast Asia’s flagship music festival, celebrated for its eclectic programming and immersive atmospheres. This Manila edition marks the first time the event will be staged in the Philippines, bringing together international headliners, regional stars, and local favorites under one roof. The festival’s programming and logistics are handled by Wilbros Live, a Philippine‑based event production company that has been curating the lineup.
The international bill is anchored by Grammy‑winning singer‑songwriter‑producer Steve Lacy, whose 2022 hit “Bad Habit” topped the Billboard Hot 100. Indie‑pop trio Two Door Cinema Club, known for “What You Know” and “Undercover Martyn,” will also headline. British R&B trio FLO, recent BRIT Award winners, will add contemporary flair, while Irish singer Dermot Kennedy—whose debut album “Without Fear” achieved platinum status in 12 countries—joins the lineup.
Regional and local acts fill the remainder of the stage. Matthew Ifield, a rising Asia‑Pacific artist famous for “When I Loved You,” will perform alongside Filipino band Ben&Ben, celebrated for their anthemic folk‑pop and record‑breaking streaming numbers. OPM star MAKI, whose Gen Z‑focused hits “Saan?” and “Dilaw” have earned streaming success, is slated to appear. The indie‑pop group will play tracks such as “Wait” and “Ating Dalawa,” while modern alternative rock band DILAW will perform “Uhaw (Tayong Lahat).” Newcomer Fitterkarma, noted for charting releases, also joins the bill.
From across the region, Indonesia’s Isyana Sarasvati—a classically trained vocalist with genre‑defying releases—will take the stage, as will Thai artist KIKI, known for her dreamy pop sound, and South Korean indie act HOA, which offers an introspective blend of songwriting. Ticket sales begin on June 13 at noon, with availability through SMTickets.com and SM Tickets outlets nationwide. The World Trade Center Manila, a venue that has hosted major international events, will accommodate the festival’s single‑day format. According to Wilbros Live’s Instagram announcement, the festival will feature a curated lineup that reflects the diversity of Southeast Asian music while offering global acts that appeal to Filipino audiences.
Positioned as a key date on the 2026 music calendar, LALALAFEST Manila promises a concentrated experience that showcases the breadth of contemporary music in the region. As of now, tickets are scheduled to go on sale on June 13, and the festival’s official line‑up has been confirmed by Wilbros Live. Fans and industry observers can purchase tickets through the designated online and physical outlets on the sale date.
