British singer-songwriter Olivia Dean is set to headline the 2027 Manila edition of LaLaLa Fest, joining some of the Philippines’ biggest and rising music acts for the highly anticipated festival.
Dean, a Grammy Award-winning artist, will share the stage with P-pop girl group BINI, OPM acts Lola Amour, Up Dharma Down, and Filipino indie-pop rock band SunKissed Lola.
Olivia Dean is coming to Manila
Concert promoter Wilbros Live announced the initial lineup on Wednesday, Oct. 7, confirming that Dean will make her Manila debut as one of the festival’s main attractions.
The announcement played on the title of Dean’s hit song “So Easy To Fall In Love,” with the promoter teasing fans: “So Easy To Fall In Love at LALALA.”
Wilbros Live also referenced Dean’s previous visit to the Philippines, saying, “We’ve met in August. See you in January 2027!”
The promoter added that the rumors surrounding Dean’s Manila appearance were true, officially confirming her as the headliner for LaLaLa Fest 2027.
BINI, Lola Amour, and more join the lineup
Dean will be joined by BINI, one of the country’s leading P-pop groups, along with OPM favorites Lola Amour and Up Dharma Down.
SunKissed Lola is also part of the initial roster, giving the festival a mix of international pop and homegrown Filipino sounds.
More performers are expected to be revealed in the coming weeks, according to Wilbros Live.
LaLaLa Fest 2027 will take place on Jan. 14, 2027, at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan.
Tickets go on sale this October
Fans will get several opportunities to secure tickets ahead of the general public sale. The artist presale is scheduled for Oct. 14, followed by the brand presale on Oct. 15 and 16.
The general ticket sale will open on Oct. 17.
The Manila edition follows the festival’s local debut on Aug. 21 at the World Trade Center. Its first Philippine installment featured international and Filipino acts including Steve Lacy, Two Door Cinema Club, FLO, Dermot Kennedy, Matthew Ifield, Ben&Ben, Maki, Over October, Dilaw, and Fitterkarma.
