Must-Watch Concerts and Theater Shows This October 2026

(SPOT.ph) October is a wink away, bringing along incredible shows from acts both local and foreign. This month, treat yourself and loved ones to heart-pumping concerts and get ready to witness talent and performances worthy of standing ovations. Of course, we've listed all the major events down below so you can budget your time and funds before tickets run out.

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Show dates: September 18 to October 24, on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
Where: Newport Performing Arts Theater

Get ready to relive the glitz, groove, and nostalgia of Manila Sound with Bongga Ka ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical. This jukebox musical from PETA Plus brings the iconic disco beats of OPM band Hotdog to the stage, blending classic songs with big fashion and a story about chasing your dreams—even when it means losing yourself along the way.

The musical follows Annie Batungbakal (Atasha Muhlach), an ambitious sales clerk who sneaks into Manila’s glamorous disco scene with dreams of becoming a fashion designer. As she gets swept up in the dazzling world of music, style, and romance, Annie must figure out just how far she’s willing to go for the life she wants.

Joining Muhlach are Sam Concepcion, Anthony Rosaldo, and Jeff Moses, who alternate as Romer Pasion, the worldly flight attendant and heir to House of Pasion. KD Estrada plays Burn, a folk-rock musician determined to make his mark with original music. The cast also includes Jackie Lou Blanco, Ring Antonio, Air Paz Pablico, John Lapus, Dindo Divinagracia, Yani Lopez, Andrea Babierra, Gerhard Krysstofer, and Akie Cedilla.

Directed by Chris Millado, Bongga Ka ’Day! features a book by Liza Magtoto and musical direction and arrangements by Vince Lim. The creative team includes choreographer Stephen Vinas, assistant director John Moran, set designer Ohm David, lighting designer John Batalla, costume designer Hershee Tantiado, hair and makeup designer Johann Dela Fuente, and dramaturg Eric dela Cruz.

Tickets to Bongga Ka 'Day: The Annie Batungbakal Musical starts at P1,300. Get yours via Ticketworld.

Show dates: September 18, 8 p.m.; September 19, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; September 20, 3 p.m.; September 25, 26, 27, and October 2, 3,4, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; October 9, 8 p.m.; October 10, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; October 11, 3 p.m.;
Where: Tanghalang Ignacio Gimenez, Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex, Pasay City.

Based on Cheeno Marlo Sayuno’s International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) Honouree children's book, Sayaw ng mga Ilaw is a movement-based theater piece for young audiences that explores hope, family, and healing.

The story follows young Laya, who dreams of learning the traditional Pandanggo with the help of her older sister. But when their construction-worker father fails to come home, their family is left dealing with uncertainty and loss.

As Laya and her family find their way through grief, she discovers that light can be found not just in dance, but in the love and strength of family.

Tickets for Sayaw ng Mga Ilaw start at P1,800. Get yours via Ticketworld.

Show dates: August 22 to December 13, 2026
Where: REP Eastwood Theater

Get a dose of fairy-tale magic with Cinderella, A Tale of the Glass Slipper, courtesy of Repertory Philippines' REP’s Theater for Young Audiences (RTYA).

Directed by Joy Virata and Cara Barredo, the musical follows our beloved heroine as she survives a hilariously wicked stepmother and outrageous stepsisters, all while dreaming of a night at the royal ball. With help from her loyal rat bestie Putterman and a sparkling Fairy Godmother, Cinderella’s journey is filled with charm, comedy, and a few magical twists—ultimately reminding us that sometimes, all it takes is one brave first step.

Tickets to Cinderella, A Tale of the Glass Slipper start at P1,000. Get yours via Ticketworld.

Show dates: October 3 and 4, 2 p.m
Where: The Theatre at Solaire

Disney’s Moana Live-to-Film Concert features a full screening of the beloved animated film accompanied by a live orchestral performance of its award-winning soundtrack by the 78-piece Filharmonika Orchestra, led by Gerard Salonga. Guest vocalists Gian Magdangal and Janella Salvador will join the orchestra to perform the film’s beloved songs live, including You’re Welcome, We Know the Way, and the Oscar®-nominated How Far I’ll Go. Experience Moana’s soundtrack unlike ever before as you journey with her and Maui across the sea.

Tickets to Disney’s Moana Live-to-Film Concert start at P1,999. Get yours via Ticketworld.

Also read: ICYMI: A Moana Live-to-Film Concert is Setting Sail for Manila This October

Show dates: October 2 and 3 at 7 p.m.

Where: Ayala Triangle Gardens

Show dates: October 4, 7 p.m.

Where: Circuit Park, Circuit Makati

Expect an evening of drama and intrigue as the Company of Actors in Streamlined Theater (CAST PH) brings Shakespeare’s enduring tragedy of power, ambition, and paranoia—Macbeth—to life.

The CAST PH staging stars “the first lady of Philippine musical theater,” Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo, in her first-ever Shakespearean role as Lady Macbeth, opposite Tarek El Tayech as Macbeth. They’re joined by Cholo Ledesma, Topper Fabregas, Altair Alonso, Dippy Arceo, and CAST PH Artistic Director Nelsito Gomez.

The tragedy follows Scottish general Macbeth, whose encounter with three witches and their prophecy of his rise to power sets him and his wife on a dark path of ambition, violence, and paranoia—ultimately consuming them both.

Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth is free to the general public.

Also read: Catch Shakespeare's Macbeth for Free in Makati This October

Show dates: October 2 to 25
Where: Power Mac Center Spotlight Blackbox Theater, Circuit Makati

About Us But Not About Us begins as a seemingly casual conversation between a literature professor and his student, but soon turns into a tense psychological confrontation as buried secrets, lies, and long-held truths come to light.

The October rerun brings back original leads Romnick Sarmenta and Elijah Canlas as Eric and Lancelot, respectively. They’re joined by returning cast members Epy Quizon and Andoy Ranay, who alternate as Marcus, while Kobie Brown joins the roster as Lancelot alternate. Director Tuxqs Rutaquio also steps into the role of Eric for select performances.

Tickets to About Us But Not About Us start at P2,800. Get yours via Ticket2me.

Also read: ICYMI: The Stage Adaptation of Jun Robles Lana's About Us But Not About Us Is Back This October

Show dates: October 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, and 18
Where: WHYNoT, 4/F Karrivin Studios, Makati

Caryl Churchill’s A Number digs into identity, individuality, and what it means to be human as a father and his cloned sons confront the uncomfortable consequences of a secret cloning experiment. Written in 2002 amid debates over human cloning, the play takes on fresh resonance in the age of AI, where identities can be replicated, generated, and manipulated.

JC Santos takes the helm for this production while also playing Bernard 1, Bernard 2, and Michael Black, opposite Bart Guingona as Salter.

Tickets to A Number start at P2,800. Get yours via Ticket2me.

Show dates: October 16 to 25
Where: The Theatre at Solaire

Fall down the rabbit hole with Cirque Alice, a circus reimagining of Lewis Carroll’s beloved Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. The production blends circus artistry and theatrical storytelling to whisk audiences away to Wonderland, featuring mesmerizing aerial and acrobatic acts, mind-bending contortion, puppetry, music, and comedy in one high-energy show.

Tickets to Cirque Alice start at P2,116. Get yours via Ticketworld.

Show date: October 17
Where: TBA

The Discotheque Massacre takes over an undisclosed secret nightclub for a modern-day reimagining of Edgar Allan Poe’s Gothic classic, The Tell-Tale Heart.

This one-night-only immersive show ditches the traditional stage for the dance floor, where audiences can expect to have a drink in hand as they become both spectators and participants in a story of paranoia, guilt, and a descent into madness unfolding around them.

Brought to life by Oro Teatro, the newly minted theater arm of the arts and culture community Oro Cultura, the show is written and directed by Nathania Kuy.

Sign up for the Oro Teatro Waitlist to get early access and a direct invitation before everyone else.

Also read: Psst, An Immersive Gothic Play Will Take Place in a Secret QC Nightclub This October

Show dates: October 23 to November 15
Where: IBG-KAL Theater, UP Diliman, Quezon City

Dulaang UP’s 49th Theatre Season puts two of Rizal's novels in dialogue, opening with Fiestas y Muertos, a reimagining of José Rizal’s Noli Me Tangere.

Directed by José Estrella and adapted by Andrew Estacio from National Artist for Literature Virgilio S. Almario’s Filipino translation, the production looks at Rizal’s classic through two contrasting lenses: the chaotic, forced cheer of public fiestas and the quiet, unsettling reality of a dying society.

Regular tickets to Fiestas y Muertos start at P1,200. Discounted tickets are available for students, UP employees, UP alumni, PWDs, and senior citizens. Get yours via Ticket2me.

When: October 2, 2026
Where: Smart Araneta Coliseum

Nine-piece band Ben&Ben is taking on the Smart Araneta Coliseum stage for their upcoming Saranggola The Concert, which is named after their 2025 track of the same name and is a celebration of their anniversary. The song is actually featured on their anthology album Nine that catalogs their journey as artists by reimagining seven of their past hits like "Maybe The Night", and "Leaves", to name a few, so expect oldies-but-goodies to be performed during the show. Of course, "Saranggola" will also get some love, along with "Harinawa" to round out the nine-track album, so don't miss the show, Liwanag!

Tickets available via TicketNet.

When: October 4, 2026
Where: New Frontier Theater

Over October's concert at New Frontier Theater will be extra special, as it will be the band's last time playing together as five members. Drummer Janessa Geronimo is set to leave the band after 12 years of setting the beat, but worry not, because it's not over until October—painful as it may seem, it's a happy parting and the gang is still committed to giving fans the last best show as OT5. "Intertwine", "Arbitrary", "Chances", and "Lovestruck" live will hit different with a goodbye in mind, but this is the welcome closure and new chapter everyone can look forward to!

Tickets available via TicketNet.

When: October 10, 2026
Where: SM Mall of Asia Arena

Byeon Wooseok of Lovely Runner and Record of Youth fame is dropping by for The Secret Library Asia Fanmeeting Tour in Manila. Unlike the regular concert where artists show off energizing performances, fanmeets have more segments and give the star and fans more time to interact through special stages and exclusive fan interactions. It isn't the South Korean's first time meeting Filipino fans, and if the past ones were to go by, this edition will be just as heartfelt and sweet.

Tickets available via SM Tickets.

When: October 14, 2026
Where: SM Mall of Asia Arena

American singer-songwriter Charlie Puth is coming back to Manila for his Whatever's Clever! Tour at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Plenty of his hits like "We Don't Talk Anymore", "Attention", "One Call Away" and "See You Again" enjoyed considerable airtime on local radio and we're pretty sure they've made it to your personal playlists, too. Singing along will come naturally and if you haven't caught him live ever, now's the time to do so!

Tickets available via SM Tickets.

When: October 15, 2026
Where: The Filinvest Tent, Alabang

Four-piece band PREP from London are jumping time zones to perform for Filipino fans at the Filinvest Tent this month. Members Tom Havelock, Llywelyn ap Myrddin, Guillaume Jambel, and Daniel Radclyffe might not be taking a cheap flight to the Philippines, but we do hope fan-favorite "Cheapest Flight" is on the setlist. It wouldn't be a PREP concert without "Line By Line", "Who's Got You Singing Again", and "Getaway", and we won't say no to a cover of Harry Styles' "As It Was", which brought them attention when they first dropped it.

Tickets available via Tickelo.

When: October 17, 2026
Where: Smart Araneta Coliseum

English singer-songwriter Louis Tomlinson is set to take on the Smart Araneta Coliseum stage for the How Did I Get Here Tour, which is named after his third studio album. Expect live performances of songs from his latest collection, namely "Lemonade", "On Fire", "Sunflowers", and "Lazy", along with radio staples like "Written All Over Your Face", "Bigger Than Me", "Kill My Mind", and "We Made It". Though the One Direction alum has built a solid solo career and a rich discography, our fingers are still crossed that he brings a track or two for the fans!

Tickets available via TicketNet.

When: October 17, 2026
Where: New Frontier Theater

Regardless of genre, era, or vibe, everyone had a boy band or group phase. For some, the object of their affection was Norwegian-British quartet a1 that took over charts at the turn of the millennium. Members Ben Adams, Christian Ingebrigtsen, Mark Read, and Paul Marazzi are coming over to Manila for their Love in the Philippines Tour, and if you're a diehard fan who has never seen them live, there's no better time than now. "Same Old Brand New You", "Everytime", and "Be The First To Believe", are concert favorites, but we're also holding out for "Like A Rose" and maybe, just maybe, their cover of "Take On Me". Fingers crossed they drop a few surprise songs and covers!

Tickets available via TicketNet.

When: October 17 and 19, 2026
Where: SM Mall of Asia Arena

Asia's Songbird Regine Velasquez is all set for her final arena concert at the SM Mall of Asia Arena this October. Watch her live out and celebrate her voyage as an artist across three magical nights directed by Paolo Valenciano, with each one slated to showcase her range, repertoire, and surprise special guests. Before freaking out over the FINALE concert title, the songstress made clear that she is not retiring from the limelight. She'll still be on television and guest in concerts and other artists' performances, but it will be the last time you see her solo on the big stage. Tickets for the first day sold out, but more days were announced, so be sure you don't miss it, especially if you've been a fan since day one. Do take note there are three concert dates with different ticketing links!

Tickets for Day 1 and Day 3 available via SM Tickets.

When: October 18, 2026
Where: SM Mall of Asia Arena

No, you're not seeing double. Apart from adding an extra night, Regine Velasquez is also treating fans to a free concert. As it's free, there's no need to pay at all, so don't fall for any scalpers or scammers telling you that there's payment for Day 2 of the concert. To clarify, Day 1 is the first paid concert, Day 2 is the free concert, and Day 3 is the added day, which is also paid. Be sure you're clicking the right links and checking out the tickets for the correct dates!

Tickets for Day 2 available via SM Tickets.

When: October 24, 2026
Where: New Frontier Theater

The band behind LSS-inducing hits such as "Sana", "Balang Araw", and "Balita" to name a few, is taking the New Frontier Theater with I Belong to the Zoo: The First Major Concert. It's pretty hard to believe, but as the title describes, this marks the local music act's first major concert, making it an especially memorable night for both the artist and fans who have been playing their songs for the past decade. Comforting, brutal, and raw, the band's catalog has been a shoulder to lean on for those driving home alone, making it through quiet nights, and trying to heal a broken heart. If they've been on heavy rotation all those years, now's the time to finally hear the songs live.

Tickets available via TicketNet.

When: October 24 to 25, 2026
Where: SM Mall of Asia Arena

Filipino band Silent Sanctuary is breathing new life into their emotive anthems with the help of a 40-piece orchestra for Gabi Ng Lambing, a two-night show that highlights their greatest hits. The group's discography has served as the background music for life's first crushes, heartbreaks, and milestones, so it's only fitting that they're reimagined for a unique concert experience that will tug at the heartstrings. Paolo Valenciano will direct the show that takes fans on a nostalgic trip through Silent Sanctuary's journey and legacy.

Tickets for Day 1 and Day 2 available via SM Tickets.

When: October 27, 2026
Where: SM Mall of Asia Arena

Seasoned crooner Jason Mraz is no stranger to the love from the Filipino crowd, which is why it comes as no surprise that Manila is on the map for his Asia Tour this year. Filipino fans, now is your time to shine and grab the chance to sing back every single word. As much as we love earworm hits like "I'm Yours" and "I Won't Give Up" as much as the next Jason Mraz lover, we also have a special place in our hearts for his other equally moving and energizing hits like "You and I Both", "Details in the Fabric", "The Remedy"and "Lucky", which he sang with Colbie Caillat and had us wishing we lived in a best-friends-to-lovers fantasy.

Tickets available via SM Tickets.

When: October 30, 2026
Where: Smart Araneta Coliseum

The queen of summer bops is coming over to Manila to spread love, warmth, and color through her Midnight Sun Tour. The unexpected resurgence of "Symphony" might have brought Zara Larsson to the forefront this year and the last, but she's been creating certified bangers for years, like "Lush Life", "Never Forget You", and "Ruin My Life" just to name a few. Of course, it wouldn't be the Midnight Sun Tour without a hype performance of "Midnight Sun" along with a groovy rendition of "Stateside". If you'vee been looking for an excuse to dress up and show off a concert outfit, take this opportunity to go heavy on the glitter, sparkles, and shimmer, because we all know Zara Larsson's bringing her A-game on stage, too!

Tickets available via TicketNet.