It’s officially Fête De La Musique season once more.
For its 31st year in the Philippines this 2025, Fête De La Musique — or World Music Day — is set to become an even bigger and better celebration of Filipino music. This year, the event is united by its theme of “Un Monde” (One World), highlighting the ability of music to establish connections like no other across different cultures.
“We are incredibly excited to bring ‘Un Monde’ to life for our 31st Fête de la Musique celebration,” said Xavier Leroux, Executive Director of Alliance Francaise de Manille, in a press statement, noting how “music has an unparalleled ability to transcend borders and connect people.” “This year, we aim to showcase how Filipino music resonates globally, truly making us all ‘One World’ through melody and rhythm.”
Fête De La Musique Philippines — or simply, Fête PH — was first established in 1994 as the Philippine iteration of the long-standing music event that originated in France in 1982. Fête PH began in 1994, kicking off what would eventually become a grand annual celebration of local music with a single venue and less than 50 people in attendance. Now, more than three decades later, Fête PH expands further, showcasing multiple stages across Metro Manila and across the entire Philippines, with countless acts from various genres putting on unique shows for everyone.
The best part? All of these shows are completely free. You just simply need to show up and enjoy the music with your family, friends, and other loved ones.
So, get you ready for the biggest celebration of music there is this year, here’s what you can expect at Fête PH 2025.
Kick off Fête PH 2025 with the exciting Ember Stage lineup
To get everyone properly warmed up this year, Fête PH has teamed up with Shangri-La Plaza for a special brand-new stage, dubbed the Ember Stage.
Promising “performances that flicker with warmth, intimacy, and artistic fire with acoustic, jazz, chillout, and ambient music,” the Ember Stage is happening on June 13, 2025 (Friday) at the Grand Atrium of Shangri-La Plaza in Mandaluyong City, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM (PHT).
The show will be headlined by “Ikot” hitmakers Over October, who will be joined by R&B singer-songwriter Jason Dhakal, R&B-pop artist jikamarie, alternative pop band Any Name’s Okay, city pop quintet ALYSON, Manila sound singer Shanne Dandan, as well as DJ and producer HOEST.
The star-studded Fête PH 2025 Main Stage
Much like every year, the primary attraction of Fête De La Musique Philippines is its Main Stage.
This 2025, the Fête PH Main Stage is moving to a new location within Makati City, as it is set to be held at the Ayala Triangle Gardens on June 21 (Saturday). Embracing Fête PH’s spirit, the main stage once again promises a diverse musical experience, courtesy of a star-studded lineup of artists. This includes Filipino acts Ely Buendia and The Methodists, Armi Millare, James Reid, Janine, and The Ridleys, as well as special collaboration sets from Brass Pas Pas Pas Pas with Leanne & Naara, and Tarsius with ena mori. In addition, off-stage performances are also happening, with Bling Bling Papaya, Frank Ely, Marian Carmel, and Zsaris delivering their own sets.
Meanwhile, international acts will also be joining the fun, with Japanese singer-songwriter Ito Kashitaro and French jazz/house trio Emile Londonien also set to grace this year’s main stage. In addition, Emile Londonien will also be be performing an intimate set June 20, 2025 (Friday) for the French Stage at Long Bar in Raffles Makati.
Learn more about the music industry with the Sonik Sessions
Fête PH’s Sonik Sessions is back this year for another round of “talks, performances, and opportunities helping artists and professionals go global.” It is set to happen on June 26, 2025 (Thursday) at The Astbury in Poblacion, Makati City. Details regarding the program of the event have yet to be revealed, but those interested in attending can register here.
Explore Makati City and the rest of Metro Manila with the Pocket Stages
If you couldn’t get enough of the Ember Stage and the Main Stage, then it’s time for you to experience the Fête PH 2025 pocket stages.
Happening a week after the Main Stage, the Pocket Stages of Fête de la Musique are set to be held across Makati City on June 27 (Friday) and the rest of Metro Manila on June 28 (Saturday).
For the Makati Pocket Stages, around 40 or so are set to happen, with each one slated to highlight vast selection of genres found in Filipino music. These stages include the likes of Blues Soul Funk Stage at H&J Sports Bar & Restaurant, the Emo Stage at Catchin’ Up Pub, the Furiosa Dream Pop/Shoegaze Stage at Mang Rudy’s Tuna Grill & Papaitan, the Indie Stage at SariSari, the Punk Stage at Lucky Al’s Hideout, and more.
Check out the list of Makati Pocket Stages below:
- Acoustic Stage – Coda Wet Bar, Coro Hotel
- Blues Soul Funk Stage – H&J Sports Bar & Restaurant
- Final Round Stage – Monarch Manila
- Ska Stage – The Astbury
- Busking Stage – UNWND Makati Roofdeck
- Emo Stage – Catchin’ Up Pub (Gil Puyat)
- Sonic Frequencies Stage: A Junction of Sounds – Social House
- Orion x Comuna Stage – Comuna
- Furiosa Dream Pop/Shoegaze Stage – Mang Rudy’s Tuna Grill & Papaitan
- Good Sh*t Stage – Good Sh*t Coffee
- The Rabbit Hole Stage – Ugly Duck
- Bandang X (90s Bands) Stage – SaGuijo Cafe & Bar
- Rock Stage – Vice & Other Habits
- BMDM Reggae Stage – Kashmir Live, Poblacion
- House Collab Underground Stage – Lost & Found
- Bass Stage – 88WOK
- The Indie Stage – Sari Sari
- New Wave Stage – Bourbon New Orleans PH
- FOOTPRINTS (House and Techno Stage) – Cova Manila
- Electric Sala Stage – Electric Sala
- House of Nations Stage – Transit 5915
- Punk Stage – Lucky Al’s Hideout
- Offkilter Stage – TETSUO Poblacion
- Jazz & Beyond Stage – The Spirits Library
- Planet@Home Stage – NoKal
- Kampai Stage – Kampai
- Mono Stage – Mono By Phono
- Songwriters’ Stage – 1018 Rooftop Bar
- Sparks Stage – Mamser! UNWND Makati
- House, Funk & Disco Stage – Z Hostel
- Goth Xperimental Stage – Alibi Music Lounge
- Extra Funky Stage – Annex House
- Big House PH & At Last Stage – Babaghanoosh
- The Capo MNL Stage (Fête Happens) – WYP
- Hip-hop Stage – The Astbury
- Latin Stage – A’Toda Madre
New to this year’s Fête PH, around 20 or so Metro Manila or NCR (National Capital Region) Pocket Stages are set to be held the following day. These include the Pop Punk Stage at Golden R Bar & Restaurant (Quezon City), the QC Underground Stage at Mow’s (Quezon City), the Extreme Metal Stage at Lunamare KTV Bar (Manila), the Blues & Jazz Stage at The Backdoor (Quezon City), and more.
Check out the list of Metro Manila Pocket Stages below:
- Pop Punk Stage – Golden R Bar & Restaurant (Quezon City)
- Neutral Ground Stage – Neutral Ground Bar & Kitchen (Quezon City)
- Escolta Stage – HUB: Make Lab (Binondo)
- World Music Stage – Z Compound (Quezon City)
- Cubao X Community Stage – Cubao Expo (Quezon City)
- Celestial Stage: Orbits and Overtures – Brewing Point Music Lounge (Quezon City)
- Unstable Stage – Bar IX (Muntinlupa)
- Gighouse Stage – Gighouse (Muntinlupa)
- This Is Not A Stage – Babaghanoosh (Quezon City)
- QC Underground Stage – Mow’s (Quezon City)
- Minsan x Yellow Room Stage – Minsan Studio (Quezon City)
- “Ululement des chiants de première” – 123 Block (Mandaluyong)
- Home Stage – Living Room Katipunan (Quezon City)
- Blues & Jazz Stage – The Backdoor (Quezon City)
- Quicy Indie Stage – Unknown13 Pub (Quezon City)
- Progressive & Crossover Rock Stage – Q&A Alfresco Bar (Quezon City)
- Extreme Metal Stage – Lunamare KTV Bar (Manila)
- P-POP Stage – Farmer’s Mall (Quezon City)
Learn more about each of the Makati Pocket Stages here and the Metro Manila pocket stages here.
Take a journey across the Philippines with the Destination Stages
As is tradition, the rest of the Philippines will also be joining in the fun through the Destination Stages.
Spread across the entire Philippines, from Northern Luzon to Southern Mindanao, the 50-or-so Destination Stages of Fête PH 2025 are set to showcase the diverse music across from all across the archipelago. Notably, many of the provinces taking part in this year’s Fête PH will also have their very own pocket stages, spread across different venues and municipalities, with some held on various dates.
Check out the list of this year’s Destination Stages below:
- Fête Cagayan – Cagayan Museum
- Fête Isabela – Reina Mercedes
- Fête Baguio – Baguio Cultural & Convention Center
- Fête Dagupan – Hey x Youth Concept Bar & Restaurant
- Fête Baler – Aliya Surf Camp
- Fête Bulacan – Pangnan Grill and Restaurant
- Fête Marikina – Edge Studio Cafe
- Fête East Rizal – Binangonan Park
- Fête Antipolo – Cafe Lupe
- Fête Bacoor – Pirates Grill
- Fête Dasmariñas Metal Stage – Flip and Beyond
- Fête Imus – Crayonbox
- Fête Calamba – Cafe Kalsada
- Fête Pagsanjan – D6 Restaurant and Bar
- Fête San Pedro – Calle de Salcedo
- Fête Santa Rosa – Beryo Bar & Restaurant
- Fête Los Baños 1of1 Stage – Barwash
- Fête Los Baños Electronic Stage – Burgarage
- Fête Los Baños Hardcore Stage – Sizily
- Fête Los Baños Hip Hop Stage – Jacques’
- Fête Los Baños Indie Stage – The Den by Danielitos
- Fête Batangas – UNWND Calatagan Boutique Hotel
- Fête Masbate – The Eleanor Library
- Fête Boracay – Got Soul Café
- Fête Cebu Main Stage – Ayala Malls Central Bloc
- Fête Cebu Pocket Stages – Various Locations
- Fête Dumaguete – Various Locations
- Fête Siquijor – Various Locations
- Fête Siargao – Union, Dapa
- Fête CDO – Various Locations
- Fête Bukidnon – Various Locations
- Fête Davao Main Stage – The Commons
- Fête Davao Pocket Stages – Various Locations
- Fête Davao Workshops – Various Locations
- Fête Koronadal City – Tiny Box
- Fête Zamboanga – Monkey King Bar Music Hall and Pub
Learn more about each of the Fête PH 2025 Destination Stages here.
To stay updated with these year’s celebrations, follow Fête De La Musique PH on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, and check out their official website.