Attention, Hallyu enthusiasts! The month of October 2023 is set to be a thrilling time as the Philippines plays host to a plethora of K-pop idols and Korean celebrities. Whether you're looking forward to the electrifying concerts or more intimate fan meetings, we've got you covered with all the details.
Table of Contents:
- TWICE Ready To Be Tour in Bulacan
- Kim Se Jeong in Manila
- Hwang Min Hyun Mini Concert "Unveil" in Manila
- Ahn Hyo Seop Asia Tour
- Park Seo Joon Fun Meet in Manila
- Lee Min Ho live in Manila
- Kim Young Dae "Fall In Love Youngdae" Manila
Here are the K-pop Concerts and Korean fan meetings happening in the Philippines in October 2023:
October 1 - TWICE
Day 2 of TWICE 5TH WORLD TOUR READY TO BE IN MANILA will also be taking place at the Philippine Arena, so if you were lucky enough to score tickets to both days, then get ready to spend the weekend with your fellow Onces! The group's upcoming concert is their second time performing in Manila after four years. TWICE last performed in the Philippines back in June 2019 for their Twicelights tour in SM Mall of Asia Arena.
Tickets for the sold-out concert went on sale for the general public at 12NN on June 16, 2023 (inclusive of ticketing service charge):
- VIP Seated - P17,500
- LBA Premium - P12,000
- LBA Regular - P11,000
- LBB Premium - P10,000
- LBB Regular - P9,000
- UBA - P8,000
- UBB Premium - P6,500
- UBB Regular - P5,750
- UBB Sides - P5,000
- UBC Premium - P3,000
- UBC Regular - P1,750
The VIP Package includes one VIP ticket (seated), sound check experience, laminate and lanyard, early entry, a dedicated merch lane, and VIP gift.
TWICE 5TH WORLD TOUR READY TO BE IN MANILA is presented by Live Nation Philippines.
October 1 - Kim Sejeong
The nation's pick for season 1 of Produce 101 will be holding her first-ever solo concert here in the Philippines, and we can't wait to see her idol side once again take center stage. You might recognize her from successful K-dramas Business Proposal and Uncanny Counter, but Kim Sejeong first caught netizens' attention thanks to project group I.O.I.
Tickets went on sale at 10AM on August 19, 2023 via the TicketNet website and outlets nationwide (inclusive of ticketing service charge):
- Diamond - P9,950
- VIP Center - P7,950
- VIP Side - P5,750
- Orchestra - P4,750
- Loge - P4,150
- Balcony - P2,650
Fan benefits for the 5PM event include: ALL ticket holders receiving an official poster and access to the hi-bye session. Select Orchestra/VIP Side/VIP Center/Diamond passes can claim a signed poster, while lucky VIP Side/VIP Center/Diamond attendees get a polaroid selfie. All Diamond ticket holders will also get a photo op (in groups of 15).
2023 KIM SEJEONG 1ST CONCERT IN MANILA is presented by Wilbros Live.
October 8 - Hwang Min Hyun
Whether you know him from NU'EST or WANNA ONE, or saw him playing one of your fave characters in a recent K-drama, Hwangdo (fans of Hwang Min Hyun) will soon be seeing him perform live onstage at the New Frontier Theater. Which song are you hoping he'll add to the set list?
Tickets went on sale on August 20, 2023 at 12NN via TicketNet outlets nationwide and online. All tickets are seated and inclusive of ticketing service charges:
- Platinum - P13,250
- Gold - P9,540
- Silver - P9,010
- Bronze - P4,470
Fan benefits include: ALL ticket holders will receive 1) exclusive photocards (2 versions), 2) a souvenir show card, and 3) a special gift. All attendees will also be granted send off access. Select attendees will get a signed polaroid and signed poster, while some lucky Platinum ticket buyers will take part in a photo op (in groups of 20), plus the Press Con and Fan Sign on Saturday, October 7.
2023 HWANG MIN HYUN MINI CONCERT IN MANILA is presented by Pulp Live World.
October 8 - Ahn Hyo Seop
Also taking place October 8 (at 5PM, mark your calendars) is Ahn Hyo Seop's fan meeting! The Business Proposal actor makes his way to the Philippines exactly a week after his co-star Kim Sejeong (and they'll both be attending the 2023 Asia Artist Awards, jsyk). Make your way to the Mall of Asia Arena for a night of fun, thanks to BENCH.
Tickets went on sale on September 18, 2023 via SMTickets (all tickets are seated and inclusive of ticketing service charge):
- VIP - P9,050
- Patron - P6,920
- Lower Box - P4,260
- Upper Box - P2,660
- General Admission - P1,070
Fan benefits include: ALL attendees will get 1 unsigned mini banner and 1 unsigned poster. Lower Box/Patron/VIP passes get you Bye Wave access. Select Patron/VIP winners will receive a signed poster or a photo op slot, while lucky VIP winners will also receive 1 signed Bench merch or 1 signed polaroid photo.
AHN HYO SEOP ASIA TOUR
October 14 - Park Seo Joon
The Araneta Coliseum will play host to Park Seo Joon's Manila fan meeting at 6PM on Saturday, October 14. His recent projects include 2023 films Dream (opposite IU) and Concrete Utopia (alongside Lee Byung Hun and Park Bo Young), and we'll soon be seeing him in Netflix original Gyeongseong Creature with Han So Hee and Wi Ha Joon before the year ends. Stay tuned for his upcoming role in Captain Marvel 2, too!
Tickets went on sale at 12NN on September 17, 2023 via TicketNet online and outlets nationwide (inclusive of ticketing service charge):
- VVIP - P10,750
- VIP - P7,850
- Patron - P6,400
- Lower Box - P4,900
- Upper Box - P3,500
- Gen Ad - P1,600
PARK SEO JUN FUN MEET IN MANILA is presented by Wilbros Live.
October 15 - Lee Min Ho
One of our OG oppas thanks to The Heirs, Lee Min Ho will have crowds falling in love with him all over again at the SMX Convention Center on October 15. As the endorser of SM Development Corporation (SMDC), he will will grace the event SMDC Celebrates SM 65th with Lee Minho.
On September 14, the actor's website announced that 30 members of the 14th Minoz (Lee Min Ho's official fan club) residing in the Philippines will be invited to the private event. Tickets for this event will not be sold to the general public.
Here are the details as posted on the Lee Min-ho website on how Minoz members residing in the Philippines can apply:
- Application Period: September 14, 2023 (Thu) ~ September 24, 2023 (Sun) (KST)
- Announcement of Winners: September 27, 2023 (Wed)
- Eligibility: 14th MINOZ members residing in the Philippines
- Residence Criteria: 14th MINOZ members with a [Special Kit] delivery address in the Philippines (not the membership information address, only the delivery address of [Special Kit])
- How to apply: Apply through this link. The personal information you provide during the application will be shared with the organizers (SMDC) for event entry.
- Winners will be notified via personal email.
- The event application schedule is based on Korean time.
- Applicants will be included in the lucky draw after confirming membership in the 14th fan club with the entered ID. Please make sure to apply with the ID registered in the 14th MINOZ.
- The personal information provided during the application will be shared with the organizer (SMDC) for entry verification.
- Winners are not allowed to transfer or sell tickets, and identification will be checked upon entry
SMDC Celebrates SM 65th with Lee Minho is presented by SM Development Corporation.
October 21, 2023 - Kim Young Dae
Making his way to Philippine shores for his first-ever Manila fan meeting, Kim Young Dae will be interacting with his fans from 6PM onwards at the New Frontier Theater. He first started gaining attention after starring in 2019's Extraordinary You, and played Joo Seok Hoon in The Penthouse: War in Life. He also starred opposite Lee Sung Kyung in Sh**ting Stars, and is part of the cast of upcoming Netflix drama The Moon That Rises in the Day.
Tickets went on sale at 2PM on September 9, 2023 via TicketNet online and outlets nationwide (inclusive of ticketing service charge):
- MVIP - P10,547
- VIP - P8,427
- Patron - P6,625
- Loge - P5,141
- Balcony - P3,445
Fan benefits include: ALL ticket holders getting exclusive photocards (2 versions) and access to the hi-bye session. Select fans will also win a signed poster, signed polaroid, or signed mood light. 300 lucky VIPs will get a photo op (in groups of 15), while all MVPs will also get a photo op (but this time, in groups of 10).
Kim Young Dae Asia Fan Meeting ‘FLY.oungdae Fall in Love Youngdae’ in Manila is presented by CDM Entertainment.
Stay tuned for more updates on the concert venues and ticket details, for October 2023 is shaping up to be an exciting month for K-pop fans in the Philippines. So get your light sticks ready, practice your fan chants (or screaming in general), and prepare for an unforgettable Hallyu experience!
