The star-studded lineup also features Parokya Ni Edgar, Flow G, Zephanie, Erik Santos, Kyle Echarri, Inigo Pascual, VXON, G22, BGYO, and KAIA for a special night celebrating Filipino music.
The Filipino Music Awards 2026 is bringing together some of the country’s most celebrated voices, hitmakers, and performers for a special night of music as the second edition of the awards ceremony takes place on October 6 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
Leading an expansive lineup that spans generations and genres are Skusta Clee, Gary Valenciano, Maki, Kyla, Kamikazee, Parokya Ni Edgar, Flow G, Zephanie, Erik Santos, Kyle Echarri, Inigo Pascual, VXON, G22, BGYO, and KAIA.
From OPM veterans and iconic bands to some of the country’s most prominent contemporary artists, the performers represent the breadth of Filipino music celebrated by the Filipino Music Awards. Their appearances are set to bring together different generations of listeners and showcase the range of artistry that continues to shape the local music landscape.
The performances promise to be a defining part of the evening, with each act bringing a distinct musical identity and stage presence to a ceremony dedicated to recognizing the artists, songs, albums, performances, and industry forces that have helped move Filipino music forward.
The 2026 lineup also reflects the Filipino Music Awards’ celebration of OPM across generations. Gary Valenciano, Kyla, Erik Santos, and Inigo Pascual represent some of the country’s enduring pop and R&B traditions, while Kamikazee and Parokya Ni Edgar bring the energy and legacy of Filipino rock to the stage.
Meanwhile, Maki, Skusta Clee, and Flow G represent the continuing evolution of contemporary Filipino music, alongside P-pop acts VXON, G22, BGYO, and KAIA, and rising pop vocalist Zephanie. Together, the performers set the stage for a ceremony that looks at Filipino music as a living, evolving continuum.
The Filipino Music Awards 2026 will honor achievements during the eligibility period of August 1, 2025 to July 31, 2026, with awards recognizing excellence and impact across both its Grand Awards and Genre Awards. The ceremony will also feature the People’s Choice Awards, presented by Billboard Philippines, giving fans a voice in recognizing the artists and music that have connected with them throughout the year.
With a lineup that brings together established icons, influential bands, contemporary hitmakers, and the next generation of Filipino pop, the performances at this year’s Filipino Music Awards are poised to be every bit as significant as the honors being handed out — fitting for a prestigious celebration of the artists and music defining OPM today.
The Filipino Music Awards 2026 takes place on October 6, 2026 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.