The summer season continues and so do the gigs from our favorite artists.
Whether it’s up north in Quezon City to down south in Parañaque, the month of May this 2025 is set to offer a ton of exciting shows all over Metro Manila. From tours by Ely Buendia and SOS to special gigs from Eggboy and The Itchyworms, there’s bound to be a show right up your alley. So, wherever you’re from or whatever sort of music you’re into, grab your friends and loved ones and head to a gig or two.
With this, Billboard Philippines has compiled a growing list of gigs throughout Metro Manila that you should check out this May, updated regularly as more shows continue to be announced.
SOS – ‘It Was A Moment’ Tour – Electric Sala
Where: Jess & Pat’s, Quezon City
When: May 2, 2025
Tickets: PHP 500 (Until April 30), PHP 600 (Until May 9) via here.
Presented by: Locked Down Entertainment, NYOU Consultancy, The Rest Is Noise
Alternative rock band SOS are holding a show at Electric Sala in Poblacion, Makati City as part of the tour in support of their sophomore album It Was A Moment. They will be joined by Cheats, Kenaniah, and Jerms.
Side A – 12 Monkeys
Where: 12 Monkeys Music Hall & Pub, Pasig City
When: May 3, 2025
Tickets: PHP 500. Table reservations via here.
Presented by: 12 Monkeys Music Hall & Pub
“Forevermore” hitmakers Side A are performing at 12 Monkeys this month. The iconic Filipino pop band will be performing a special set consisting of their hits and more.
Hey Joe! – A Benefit Show For Our Lovely Friend Joe
Where: Sari Sari, Makati City
When: May 6, 2025
Tickets: Pay what you can.
Presented by: Hunter Moves and Locked Down Entertainment
Cheats, Gloryen, DJ Jiggawho, Jikamarie, Juicebox, Mix Fenix, and SOS are teaming up for benefit gig in honor of Juicebox’s lead guitarist Joseph Salcedo, who passed away in April. Throughout his career, Salcedo notably played live guitar or bass for most of the acts on the lineup, as well as the likes of James Reid, Yeng Constantino, flu, Party Pace, and more. All proceeds from the show will go to his family.
Hardstop Productions’ First Gig
Where: Imajin, Marikina City
When: May 8, 2025
Tickets: PHP 350 (Pre-sale) via here. PHP 400 (Walk-in)
Presented by: Hardstop Productions
Hardstop Productions is holding its first gig this May in Marikina City. It will see performances from 12th Street, ischi, Eliza Maturan, Kenaniah, SHANNi, and Hey June!
Sam Benwick – ‘Love Avenue’ EP Tour: The Encore
Where: Jess & Pat’s, Quezon City
When: May 9, 2025
Tickets: PHP 500 (Until April 30), PHP 600 (Until May 9) via here.
Singer-songwriter Sam Benwick is celebrating the release of her sophomore EP Love Avenue with a special gig at Jess & Pat’s. She will be joined by special guests 12th Street, Carl Timbol, CARLO, and Jet Nekko.
Ely Buendia – ‘Method Adaptor’ 2025 Tour – Sari Sari and 12 Monkeys
Where: Sari Sari, Makati City and 12 Monkeys Music Hall & Pub, Pasig City.
When: May 11, 2025 (Sari Sari). May 17, 2025 (12 Monkeys)
Tickets: TBA
Presented by: Offshore Music
This May, Ely Buendia is continuing his tour in support of his second album Method Adaptor. The Filipino rock icon is slated to perform at Sari Sari and 12 Monkeys this month.
Eggboy: Nagsasawa Ka Na Ba? – An Eggboy ’98-05′ Anniversary Party
Where: Mow’s, Quezon City
When: May 15, 2025
Tickets: Online Pre-sale: PHP 250 (Student Discount), PHP 300 (Regular). Walk-ins: PHP 300 (Student Discount), PHP 350 (Regular).
Presented by: The Flying Lugaw
Eggboy are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their beloved 2005’s compilation album 98-05 with a special show. The indie band will be joined by Noa Mal, The Geeks, Salem And The Stellar Cats, To Love Everything Ever Again, and Modry-Modry.
The Itchyworms – The ’70s Bistro
Where: The 70’s Bistro, Quezon City
When: May 31, 2025
Tickets: PHP 500 (Early Bird) via here, PHP 600 (Gate)
Presented by: Mushi Entertainment, Requiem Rising
“Beer” hitmakers The Itchyworms will be performing at The ’70s Bistro at the end of the month. The Filipino rock veterans will be sharing the stage with special guests SHUMI, bird. and Oh, Flamingo!