Zedd Returns to Manila for &FRIENDS Festival Alongside bbno$, Shoto, Antony Chen, Fred Liu, Ylona Garcia, Kiara

February 12, 2025 | Manila, Philippines –

The highly anticipated &FRIENDS Festival is set to take Manila by storm from May 30 to June 1, 2025, at Okada Manila. The festival promises to be a celebration of the best in pop culture, gaming, music, and the thriving creator community, bringing together some of the world’s top creators and artists for an unforgettable weekend.

The &FRIENDS Festival’s lineup features a star-studded roster, including Grammy-winning EDM sensation Zedd, multi-platinum rapper bbno$, viral VTuber Shoto, content creator Antony Chen, foodie Fred Liu, Filipino-Australian singer Ylona Garcia, and Singapore’s rising DJ Kiara. The festival offers an exciting mix of live performances, interactive creator segments, and fan-centric activities that will make this event one of the most talked-about festivals of the year.

Event Highlights

On May 30, Zedd will headline a night of explosive EDM performances, joined by a stellar lineup including Kiara, BOTCASH, Fairlane B2B Siangyoo, NoahJ, Hoang, NGHTSHIFT, RayRay, and many more. This night promises to be a high-energy celebration of electronic music that fans won’t want to miss.

The following evening, May 31, will see bbno$ take the stage for a night of pop, rap, and EDM hits. The night will also feature performances by Ylona Garcia and more, giving fans a perfect mix of music genres and electrifying performances.

Throughout the festival’s daytime programming, the spotlight will shift to the creators that fans adore. The festival’s expo will feature meet-and-greets, exclusive stage activities, interactive panels, and pop-up merchandise booths with some of the most beloved creators, including Shoto, Antony Chen, Fred Liu, Kenny Song, Justin Han, Jimmy Zhang, Amiechikin, iGumdrop, and BTMC. Additionally, local talents such as Charess, Een Mercado, Razziebinx, Amara, and Sskait will be joining the fun, creating even more excitement for Filipino fans.

With more surprise announcements to come, this is just the beginning of what promises to be a huge event. These Wave 1 artists are only the beginning, with even more creators and guests to be revealed in the coming weeks.

Ticket Information

Tickets for the &FRIENDS Festival are now available, with a variety of options to cater to different fan experiences. The Day 1 pass is priced at Php 500, while Day 2 or 3 passes are available at Php 1,000. The complete weekend (3-day) pass is priced at Php 2,000. For those looking for a more premium experience, a special tier offering access to all 3 days along with exclusive merchandise is available for Php 4,000.

For the Zedd and bbno$ music nights, fans can choose between two ticket tiers: General Admission and VIP. Zedd Night (May 30) tickets are available for Php 6,000 (General Admission) and Php 9,000 (VIP). bbno$ Night (May 31) tickets are priced at Php 3,500 (General Admission) and Php 6,000 (VIP). For the ultimate festival experience, a ticket that grants access to both music nights, the 3-day expo, and an &FRIENDS merchandise kit is available for Php 15,000.

Meet & Greet tickets for select creators will be released at a later date.

A Message from the Organizers

“&FRIENDS as a brand is a celebration of modern pop culture as a whole – gaming, music, comics, anime…. and the creators and communities surrounding them,” says Justin Banusing, CEO of Clout Kitchen, the organizers of &FRIENDS Festival. “The Philippines is one of the epicentres of fandom in the world, and it just made sense to kick-off the brand here in the country where we started.”

About &FRIENDS & Clout Kitchen

&FRIENDS is a lifestyle and events brand by Clout Kitchen that celebrates Gen Z pop culture, its creators, and the communities that support them. Positioned as a bridge between Eastern and Western pop culture, the &FRIENDS Festival is a one-of-a-kind event that brings the world’s biggest names to Asia while giving local stars a chance to shine on a global stage.

Clout Kitchen, a startup based in Los Angeles and Manila, is known for creating innovative tech and experiences that empower creators and their communities. Backed by top investors like a16z Games and AppWorks, Clout Kitchen continues to push the boundaries of entertainment and creator-led experiences.

Tickets are available now at andfriends.live. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this groundbreaking festival!