Secondhand Serenade, apl.de.ap, TJ Monterde And More To Headline ‘9race’ Music Festival

IAM Worldwide is bringing its 9th anniversary to the Big Dome with a music festival to be held at the Araneta Coliseum on October 4, 2026.

Presented by Wilbros Live, ‘GRACE’ – stylized as “9race” – is pulling out all the stops with its announced lineup of international and local acts.

The festival’s international lineup will bring 2000s-era hitmakers to the fray. Leading the lineup is Secondhand Serenade, the solo project of the American emo-rock musician John Vesely, who is most recognized for his song “Fall For You.” Joining him are “Replay” singer Iyaz and Los Angeles-based Filipino musician apl.de.ap, who, with the Black Eyed Peas, was responsible for hits like “I Gotta Feeling” and Filipino-favorite “Bebot.”

For its local lineup, the festival will feature some of today’s most sought-after OPM acts. Joining the stage are TJ Monterde and KZ Tandingan. Both artists’ performances at the Big Dome will precede the duo’s performance in the Middle East for their ‘In Between’ World Tour. Joining them at the anniversary celebration is R&B singer Dionela, whose hit 2024 “Marilag” reached No. 1 on Billboard Philippines’ Hot 100.

Pre-sale tickets for the festival will be available from September 1 to 5, 2026, while general sales will open on September 6, 2026. Tickets can be purchased at IAM Worldwide’s office. For more updates to come, follow IAM Worldwide on Instagram and Facebook.