Note: This event has been rescheduled. More details soon!
The stage is set for one of the most anticipated live music events of the year as WONDERFUL MOMENTS Music Festival officially unveils its all-star lineup, promising two unforgettable nights of music, passion, and Filipino talent.
Organized by IME Philippines and Myriad Events, this year’s festival aims to spotlight the best of Original Pilipino Music (OPM) by bringing together generations of artists and fans in a celebration of sound, culture, and creativity.
Happening on December 6 and 7, 2025, at the SMDC Festival Grounds, the festival will gather some of the most celebrated and influential names in the local music scene.
Leading the powerhouse lineup is BINI, the nation’s girl group phenomenon, joining an incredible roster of OPM icons and chart-toppers including Sarah Geronimo, Ely Buendia, Bamboo, Parokya ni Edgar, Cup of Joe, Gloc-9, Kamikazee, Dionela, Arthur Nery, Over October, Adie, Earl Agustin, Amiel Sol, PBB Artists, ALAMAT, and Denise Julia.
From iconic hits that shaped generations to viral anthems that define today’s OPM sound, WONDERFUL MOMENTS Music Festival promises an electric celebration of diversity in Filipino music — uniting pop, rock, hip-hop, and R&B fans under one sky.
With an impressive lineup that blends veteran legends and rising stars, this festival is set to be a landmark event in the Philippine live music scene, bringing thousands of fans together for a weekend of pure musical euphoria.
Music lovers are encouraged to mark their calendars for December 6 and 7, 2025, as the SMDC Festival Grounds transform into the ultimate destination for live music and celebration. Stay tuned for ticketing details and further announcements through the official social media pages of IME Philippines, Myriad Events, and WONDERFUL MOMENTS Music Festival.
All roads led to Albay from May 3 to 5 as fans from all over the Philippines arrived in droves to witness and, in many cases, participate in THE BICOL LOCO FESTIVAL.
A diverse crowd of over 500,000 attendees from the Bicol Region and beyond came to enjoy everything the three-day event offered—hot-air balloons, aerobatics, skydiving events, drone shows, concerts, and raffles.
The festive atmosphere prompted BICOL LOCO organizers to seriously consider making the festival an annual event. The ultimate dream is to extend beyond once a year and be year- round, similar to the hot-air balloon experience in Cappadocia, Turkey, which attracts tourists worldwide.
An exhilarating blend of adventure and music, THE BICOL LOCO FESTIVAL is filled with a plethora of memorable events that it wasn’t easy to recall a single moment since the whole festival is designed to have general mass appeal and make everything a highlight. The hot-air balloons framed against the magnificent Mayon Volcano sparked adventure and childlike wonder. The top performances of Sarah Geronimo, Bamboo, Jericho Rosales, and Ely Buendia electrified the crowd and transformed the concerts into mass sing-alongs.
As the event host, Robi Domingo was also well-received by the appreciative audience.
During the first concert night, the polished performances as individuals and as a duet brought the house down. Apl.de.ap’s surprise appearance was also a welcome treat. Apl’s impromptu jamming with Bamboo and Sarah G. had the crowd rapping along ‘Filipino, Filipino.’ The scene was like a reunion of The Voice judges.
And then there’s Bicol native Jericho Rosales, who brought pride among Bicolanos. When he declared his unabashed love for the region and its people due to his Bicolano roots, the crowd went wild.
Jericho headlined the second night along with Ely Buendia, evoking waves of nostalgia, with the audience enthusiastically singing along to his popular hits.
The festival’s raffle also brought tears to many eyes, especially the heart-rending stories of four grand prize winners who each won a house and lot unit worth P1.5 million.
Did THE BICOL LOCO FESTIVAL succeed in promoting the Bicol province, its tourism, and its culture? The answer is a resounding YES! The tremendous response undoubtedly placed the region on the global tourism map.
For festival organizers, BICOL LOCO achieved more than simply promoting a destination; it showcased the region’s natural beauty, vibrant local communities, and rich culture and history.
The social media exposure served as a virtual gateway for potential visitors, immersing them in Bicol’s beauty and promising travel experiences. In his message to fellow Bicolanos, Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Zaldy Co said the enthusiasm of attendees turned the inaugural BICOL LOCO festival into a remarkable celebration of unity for everyone in the entire Bicol region.
“Remember that Bicol Loco is also an opportunity to create jobs and livelihood among our people. Let’s approach the future with the spirit of adventure that the festival evokes—bright and colorful, festive and musical,” he concluded.
About the Bicol Region
As one of the most vibrant regions in the Philippines, Bicol is known for its distinctive culture, natural beauty, and culinary delights. Located in the southeastern part of Luzon, it consists of six provinces: Albay, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Masbate, and Sorsogon.
The region has a rich cultural heritage, with festivities like the Magayon Festival in Albay, celebrating the legend of Mayon Volcano, and the Peñafrancia Fiesta in Naga City, one of the largest Marian festivals in Asia that draws pilgrims and tourists alike.
Bicol is also known for its Bicolano cuisine distinguished by its generous use of chili and coconut milk, making dishes distinctively spicy and creamy particularly in popular dishes like “Bicol Express,” a spicy pork stew, and “laing,” a dish made from taro leaves cooked in coconut milk.
The region’s varied terrain and rich marine biodiversity also make it a perfect destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Get ready for an exhilarating blend of adventure and music at THE BICOL LOCO FESTIVAL, taking place in Albay from May 3 to 5. Each day begins with the inaugural Bicol Hot Air Balloon event, offering breathtaking morning flights against the stunning backdrop of the iconic Mayon Volcano. This thrilling experience promises to captivate visitors with unparalleled views and a sense of adventure.
As evening approaches, the excitement shifts to the Old Legazpi Airport, with a stellar lineup of Original Pilipino Music (OPM) performances. Sarah Geronimo and Bamboo will light up the stage on May 3, followed by Ely Buendia and Jericho Rosales on May 4. Each evening promises an unforgettable showcase of some of the most respected talents in the local music scene.
Envisioned by Ako Bicol Party-List Rep. Elizaldy “Zaldy” Co, THE BICOL LOCO FESTIVAL aims to highlight the majestic beauty of Mayon Volcano and the vibrant culture of the Bicol region.
“This grand festival is more than just an event, it’s a platform for cultural exchange, a catalyst for economic development, and a grandiose expression of pride for the Mayon Volcano and the Bicol region’s vibrant heritage,” he said.
The festival’s rich program, featuring both hot air ballooning by day and musical performances by night, positions it as a landmark event that celebrates the adventurous spirit and musical heritage of Bicol.
“Through this grand festival, I envision a transformed Bicol, recognized globally, where the economy is as rich and lively as the experiences it offers,” Co added.
About the Bicol Region
As one of the most vibrant regions in the Philippines, Bicol is known for its distinctive culture, natural beauty, and culinary delights. Located in the southeastern part of Luzon, it consists of six provinces: Albay, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Masbate, and Sorsogon.
The region has a rich cultural heritage, with festivities such as the Magayon Festival in Albay, celebrating the legend of Mayon Volcano, and the Peñafrancia Fiesta in Naga City, one of the largest Marian festivals in Asia that draws pilgrims and tourists alike.
Bicol is also known for its Bicolano cuisine distinguished by its generous use of chilli and coconut milk, making dishes distinctively spicy and creamy particularly in popular dishes like “Bicol Express,” a spicy pork stew, and “laing,” a dish made from taro leaves cooked in coconut milk.
The region’s varied terrain and rich marine biodiversity also make it a perfect destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
If you weren’t in Clark Global City, Pampanga on April 16 and 17, you might have missed out on one of the most fun you would ever get to have this summer. Presented by EP!C Events, the Clark Aurora Music Fest featured some of the hottest Filipino acts and bands including December Avenue, Ben & Ben, Kamikazee, Parokya ni Edgar and Ely Buendia. The two-day music festival drew in an estimated total of 120,000 people who jumped and partied tirelessly. On center stage, bands played one by one, the stage with full-on spotlights, smoke machines, a disco ball and a giant LED screen. On the side was a scenic view of hot air balloons floating amidst the sunset until the night sky. Nothing quite like it, to be honest.
The first day of the festival had a more chill, youthful vibe, featuring buzzing acts who are popular with the Gen-Z. Soft, acoustic ballads laden with bittersweet falsettos were the evening’s soundtrack. Amazingly, the fifty-thousand-strong crowd was heartily singing along to each artist.
First up was the eighteen-year old Cebu-based musician mrld, also known as Meriel De Jesus, whose presence immediately excited the crowd. She performed “Ligaya”, “Ikaw Pa Rin” and “An Art Gallery Could Never Be As Unique As You”.
Lola Amour turned the tables with their refreshing mix of pop, rock and funk. The band, armed with their brass instruments and witty lyrical quips, performed “Pwede Ba”, “dahan-dahan” and “Fallen”.
Next on the spotlight was another talented singer/songwriter Adie who mesmerized the crowd with songs like “Dungaw”, “Paraluman” and “Tahanan”. He was joined by Janine Berdin for their collab track “Mahika”.
When it was Arthur Nery’s turn on stage, he received a lot of screams. Hailing from Cagayan de Oro, the suave singer stood out with his smooth falsettos. “Higa”, “Isa Lang” and “Pagsamo” were some of the songs he performed that evening.
As the night grew deeper, band December Avenue opened their set with a question, “Anong level of pain ang gusto niyo?” While that initially seemed to be a joke, we soon discovered that it really wasn’t. The alternative rock band that has been in the industry since 2007 is known for their heartrendingly sad songs of cinematic proportions. When they performed that night, they captivated a whole sea of people to sing along with (extreme) feelings to songs like “Bulong” “Kung Di Rin Lang Ikaw” and “Huling Sandali”.
Folk pop band Ben & Ben was up for the finale and as always, they made it worth everyone’s time. Fireworks decorated the midnight sky while “Langyang Pag-ibig” burst into the airwaves. All nine members were visibly ecstatic to play for the crowd, thanking them for staying until the late hours just to see them play. The band also played an unreleased song “Comets” which reflects the musings of a lost love.
The second day of Clark Aurora Music Fest was when they brought out the electric guitars and large amps. The acts for the evening were the mainstays of many millennials’ playlist when they were younger.
In the afternoon, the show opened with pop-punk/emo bands Lunar Lights and Written in the Stars.
By evening, Silent Sanctuary, armed with their string instruments,took the stage. In an instant, the crowd became a huge karaoke wave. The band played a handful of songs from their 2007 album Fuchsiang Pag-ibig which launched them to mainstream popularity with songs like “14”, “Kundiman” “Rebound” and “Ikaw Lamang”. In the middle of their set, frontman Sarkie Sarangay announced that he was looking for a certain person. Apparently, this person contacted them beforehand to ask permission to propose to his girlfriend. The couple got engaged in the middle of the crowd, with spotlights upon them.
Spongecola had a lot of surprises under their sleeves. While anyone would expect them to just play music, Yael Yuzon did a lot more than that – he was all about making a connection with the audience. He pulled in a crowd of fifty to sixty thousands with his theatrics. Seeing him introduce a song felt like watching a musical with a strong narrative. The crowd was more than willing to humor him as they jumped around and sang excitedly to the classic Spongecola songs like “Tuliro” “Bitiw” “Tambay” and the ever favorite “Jeepney”.
Leave it to Kamikazee to be the wildcard in any concert. Jay Contreras was a radiant ball of energy onstage as he jumped high in the air, did headstands, threw his clothes (jacket and shoes) to the crowd, stripper-danced and climbed up the side railings. (Yes, all those things happened during their set.) The audience sang along to “Unang Tikim”, “Martyr Nyebera”, “Huling Sayaw” and “Narda”. As a bonus, they gave in to the crowd’s encore request with “Doo Bidoo”.
Mayonnaise also made their mark during their set as they revved up the crowd with their hard-hitting songs like “Bakit Part 2”, “Tayo na Lang Dalawa” and the resurging smash hit “Jopay”. The band has been celebrating their 20th anniversary by going on tours across the Philippines. They’re currently in Canada.
The much-awaited OPM titans Parokya ni Edgar was a joy to watch. For their introduction, Chito Miranda said in his mild-mannered tone, “dahil late na, ito na po ang last song namin”. Thankfully, it was a joke. The band played an engaging set including some of their most popular hits like “Buloy”, “Para Sa’yo”, “Harana” and “Your Song”. One highlight of the evening was when Chito also called two people from the audience to perform “Bagkasan” with him. The two fans nailed Gloc 9’s and Francis M’s parts, much to everyone’s surprise. The band also took time to thank everyone who supported their guitarist Gab Chee Kee who was hospitalized recently due to complications caused by lymphoma. For their closing, Kamikazee joined them onstage to perform “Halaga”.
The last act for the festival was Ely Buendia. The Eraserheads frontman performed a number of the band’s best hits including “Spoliarium”, “Pare Ko”, “Overdrive” and “Magasin” which unequivocally got everyone singing. He also revealed that the Heads have been practicing for their upcoming US tour. For the grand finale, he played “Ang Huling El Bimbo” as fireworks bloomed in the background.
Clark Aurora Music Fest was a great weekend experience. Seeing some of the rising OPM stars as well as the great OPM legends was worth the time and the trip. Hoping next year will be even grander!
Ely’s upcoming performance is born out of the recent success of RWM’s hit musical Ang Huling El Bimbo this year. For the concert, Ely will be joined by some of the musical’s cast members in celebration of friendship and camaraderie that continue to endure through the songs – Gian Magdangal, Oj Mariano, Jon Santos, Carla Guevara- Laforteza, Reb Atadero, Boo Gabunada, Topper Fabregas and Tanya Manalang.
Toyota Music Fest on July 28, 2018 at Filinvest City Event Grounds, Muntinlupa City.
Toyota Music Fest 2018 featuring Ely Buendia, Parokya ni Edgar, Sponge Cola, Hale, 6CycleMind, Callalily, Ebe Dancel, Silent Sanctuary, Rivermaya, Cueshe, IV of Spades, Ben&Ben, December Avenue and The Ransom Collective.
Icons of Pinoy Rock on June 6, 2015, 8:30pm at Ynares Sports Arena, Pasig.
Witness Pinoy Rock History as RJ Jacinto, Pepe Smith and Ely Buendia are joined by fellow Pinoy Rock Icons Raimund Marasigan (Sandwich), Marc Abaya (Kjwan), Rene Garcia (Hotdog), Basti Artadi (Wolfgang), Kevin Roy (Razorback) and Resty Fabunan (Maria Cafra).
Also with the following bands: Razorback, Brat Pack and The Sauce. For the benefit of the Pinoy Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame.
Ely Buendia/Pupil will represent Philippines in the Skechers Sundown Music Festival 2014 on November 22, 2014 at the F1 Pit Building, Marina Promenade, Singapore.
Beer and music lovers are in for an ultimate treat as San Miguel Brewery Inc. holds this year’s Oktoberfest featuring a never-before-seen mash up of legendary rock bands, club DJs, mainstream bands and up and coming university bands.
From the ultra modern lights and sounds show, the beer pyramid and giant global artists featured in the past, this year’s edition will feature a beer shower, giant inflatable display, virtual sports game booths, and non-stop music performances. Revelers will likewise enjoy a night-long of drinking pleasure as SMB will be serving all nine world-class beer brands.
The 12-hour non-stop music and beer packed revelry will be held in Greenfield District Central Park in Mandaluyong on September 12 with simultaneous runs in One Mango Avenue, Cebu City and Laguna Central Greenfield City in Sta. Rosa, Laguna on September 19.
Declared as an official Philippine tourism event, SMB’s Oktoberfest has always been known to provide only the best entertainment to delight its customers. (more…)
On May 8 at the Rockwell Tent, MDR (short for “Music Deserves Respect”) showcased history as it brought together two of the greatest OPM icons in one stage, and in a silent concert which was to be the first of its kind in the Philippines. Bamboo and Ely Buendia treated hundreds of spectators to the wonder of what a silent concert ought to be. Not only that, as a very welcome bonus, their sets also induced waves of nostalgia as the two played some of their classic hits from their former bands from the ‘90s.
So how does a silent concert work? First off, the stage was enclosed in a soundproofed glass which appeared to be a recording studio transposed to the center stage. The artists, with their accompanying bands, were subliminally mute to the crowd unless they plugged their headphones into the docks spread out across the venue. Similarly, people behind the glass couldn’t hear anything from outside.
It was a most unusual setting for everyone present. At the beginning, it took quite a bit of getting used to since it was very much like plugging your ears to an ordinary music player. As the concert progressed, however, the crowd got to experience the difference in terms of the quality of sound – how every note, every instrument and every bit of sound seem to blend seamlessly into something you usually call music, only purer and more personal. (more…)
AMPLIFY: Let Our Hearts Be Heard – A benefit concert for the orphans of Hospicio De San Jose on January 27, 2014, 4pm at the University of Santo Tomas St. Martin de Porres Building Medicine Auditorium.
Witness A LIVE MUSICAL EXPERIENCE from:
The Oktaves feat. Ely Buendia, Princess Velasco, Jireh Lim, Joyce Pring, Cathy Go, Julia Mella and MANY MORE!
Smart Bro Live and Loud Interactive Concert on October 4, 2013, 6pm at the Trinoma Mindanao Open Parking with Raimund Marasigan, Barbie Almalbis, Ely Buendia and Rico Blanco also with Save Me Hollywood and Franco.
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