One of the country’s most anticipated celebrations of music, the Filipino Music Awards, is coming back this year.

Set to happen on October 6, 2026, at the SM Mall Of Asia Arena, the momentous event is set to honor some of the biggest names in Philippine music from past to present, as well as feature special performances by the likes of Gary Valenciano, Maki, Skusta Clee, Flow G, Parokya ni Edgar, Kamikazee, and many more.

As with 2025’s inaugural edition, awards for Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Album of the Year, Music Company of the Year, and other honors shall be given to the most exceptional and deserving artists, groups, records, and institutions that have defined and pushed Philippine music forward in the past year. Last year’s winners have included the likes of SB19, Cup of Joe, Dionela, and more, as the Filipino Music Awards once again looks to recognize the artists, records, and industry players defining OPM’s next chapter.

Today, Billboard Philippines is giving 999 Filipino music fans the chance to attend the Filipino Music Awards 2026 for free. Just fill out all the required fields on the official registration form below and submit it on or before September 15, 2026.

Tickets for the annual awards show are now available for purchase through SariSari Shopping until October 2, 2026. For the complete ticketing information and guidelines, visit the Filipino Music Awards’ official website.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Filipino Music Awards 2026 takes place October 6, 2026, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, marking the show’s second annual edition.

Confirmed performers include Gary Valenciano, Maki, Skusta Clee, Flow G, Parokya ni Edgar, and Kamikazee, spanning OPM pop, rock, and hip-hop.

Billboard Philippines is giving away 999 free tickets. Fans must complete and submit the official registration form by September 15, 2026.

Categories include Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Album of the Year, and Music Company of the Year, honoring OPM’s top achievers.

At the 2025 inaugural edition, winners included SB19, Cup of Joe, and Dionela among other artists recognized for defining OPM that year.

Jason Caballa

Jason Caballa

Managing Editor

Currently the Managing Editor at Billboard Philippines, Jason Caballa's career in music journalism has spanned decades, having most notably served as Music Editor of PULP Magazine and then Associate Editor for the now-defunct Pinoytuner.com.

He has also contributed music articles for the Philippine Daily Inquirer, Rogue Magazine, Mabuhay Magazine, and other print publications from as early as his college years. After shifting to advertising as a copywriter in several agencies, he has returned to documenting local and international music with the establishment of Billboard Philippines in 2023.

Having been a musician himself in Manila's rock and indie scenes since the late '90s, Jason is often inclined towards featuring bands and recording artists who come from that world, as his firsthand experiences allow him to come up with insightful angles and questions for his subjects, resulting in unique and in-depth stories.

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