8 Things To Do In Metro Manila This March 2023 For A Month Full Of Jamming Sessions & Fan Meets

Things to do this March 2023 in Metro Manila

The year’s first quarter is about to end and there’s no better way to make the most of it than watching live concerts and going to fan meets to see your favorite artists.

On that note, here are 8 things to do this March 2023 in Metro Manila – from an acoustic night with the Paolo Santos Trio to a nostalgic Disney In Concert for kids and kids-at-heart.

1. Acoustic Night at Gianetto Pizzeria feat. Paolo Santos Trio

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Start the month with an acoustic performance while enjoying good food and drinks. The Paolo Santos Trio’s one-night-only live acoustic show at Gianetto Pizzeria would be a great option to consider.

Known for the song Moonlight Over Paris, Paolo Santos Trio will give you mellow and nostalgic feels, especially if you’re a millennial.

Image adapted from: Gianetto Pizzeria, Gianetto Pizzeria

Just sit back and immerse yourself in the acoustic music playing in the background while you enjoy Gianetto Pizzeria’s classic dishes such as their Beer Buddies Pizza (P650, ~USD11.71). Additionally, you can get unlimited wine and sangria from 6pm-10pm daily.

Admission fee: P600 (~USD10.81) door charge
Date: 4th March 2023
Time: 8pm
Address: 304 V. Cruz, San Juan, Metro Manila

For tickets and booking reservations, contact 0917 142 4897.

2. Wanderland: The Comeback

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For some Coachella-esque fun, the Wanderland Music & Arts Festival happening at the Filinvest City Events Grounds is definitely an event worth going for.

Not only will you get to see live art creations from creators such as Alaga and Amiel Rivera, you’ll also get to experience two days of non-stop live performances by foreign and local artists, from Carly Rae Jepsen to The Ridleys.

Highlights: 

• Star Wanderer (VIP) ticket holders get perks that include express entrance lane, exclusive VIP kits, exclusive viewing deck, access to private bar and VIP restrooms, and two free drinks.
• All ticket holders get exclusive deals at various hotels such as Crimson Hotel, Somerset Alabang Manila, and Azumi Boutique Hotel with room rates starting at P3,000 (~USD54.03) per night.

Admission fee: P6,000 (~USD108.06) Day 1/Day 2 Regular Wanderer | P7,000 (~USD126.07) 2-Day Early Entry | P8,500 (~USD153.09) 2-Day Regular Wanderer | P15,000 (~USD270.16) Star Wanderer | P35,000 (~USD630.36) 2-Day Regular Wanderbuddies | P60,000 (~USD1,080.57) 2-Day Star Wanderbuddies
Date: 4th-5th March 2023
Time: 1pm-12am
Address: Bridgeway Avenue, Alabang, Muntinlupa

Book your tickets online at Wander Festival’s website or at tickelo.com.

Note: Early entry ticket holders are required to be at the venue on or before 2pm. Ticket prices are exclusive of service charges. More details here.

3. Song Kang: Fun Meet in Manila

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If you consider yourself a skin care enthusiast and a fan of Korean actor Song Kang, then you’d want to get in on Deoproce’s Song Kang fan meeting happening at Araneta Coliseum.

You get to try Deoproce skin care products and at the same time, meet and interact in person with the actor famous for several television series such as Sweet Home, Love Alarm, and Nevertheless.

Admission fee: Deoproce products worth P1,500 (~USD27.01) Upper Box | P3,000 (~USD54.03) Lower Box | P5,000 (~USD90.05) Patron | P8,000 (~USD144.08) VIP
Date: 5th March 2023
Time: 6pm
Address: Araneta Coliseum, General Roxas Avenue, Cubao, Quezon City

Purchase any regular-priced products at Watsons or at SM stores nationwide to exchange the receipt for entry ticket. You can also order online at Deoproce’s official Shopee and Lazada flagship stores.

Note: Only single receipt purchases will be valid for the tickets. More details here. 

 4. B.I 2023 Asia Tour: L.O.L The Hidden Stage

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Long-time fans of Korean boy band iKON will no doubt know of former leader B.I, especially if he’s your bias. If you’re that person, then you’d want to go to check out the B.I 2023 Asia Tour happening at the PICC Plenary Hall.

Based on his last year’s fan meeting, you might catch B.I perform some of his songs live. Either way, you’ll get meet and interact with him in person.

Highlights: 

• Everyone will get an official poster to take home.
• Gold and VIP ticket holders get a goodbye session with B.I and a chance to win a signed poster.
• VIP ticket holders are entitled to a VIP ID with lanyard, group photo op, and a sound check viewing.

Admission fee: P3,500 (~USD63.03) Bronze | P5,500 (~USD99.04) Silver | P9,500 (~USD171.07) Gold | P12,500 (~USD225.09) VIP
Date: 5th March 2023
Time: 6.30pm
Address: PICC Plenary Hall, CCP Complex, Pasay City

Get your tickets online or at any SM Tickets outlet near you.

Note: Ticket prices are exclusive of ticketing charges. 

5. 2023 Lee Jae Wook Asia Tour Fan Meeting in Manila

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If you’ve been raving about the Netflix series The Alchemist, then you’d want to go to Korean actor Lee Jae Wook’s Asia Fan Meeting that’ll take place at New Frontier Theater.

Highlights: 

• Everyone will get an official poster to take home and a hi-bye session with Lee Jae Wook.
• Orchestra, VIP, and Diamond ticket holders will get a chance to win a signed poster.
• Diamond ticket holders are entitled to a group photo with Lee Jae Wook.

Admission fee: P3,150 (~USD56.72) Balcony | P4,725 (~USD85.09) Loge | P5,250 (~USD94.54) Orchestra | P6,300 (~USD113.45) VIP Side | P8,400 (~USD151.26) VIP Center | P10,500 (~USD189.02) Diamond
Date: 11th March 2023
Time: 6pm
Address: New Frontier Theater, 7 General Malvar Avenue, Cubao, Quezon City

Book your tickets online or at any TicketNet outlet near you.

Note: Ticket prices are exclusive of extra ticketing fees. Fan benefits are non-transferable and not exchangeable. More details here. 

6. 2023 PPop Convention and Concert

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P-pop fans are bound to get excited that the PPop Convention and Concert is back this year, happening at the New Frontier Theater and Araneta Coliseum respectively.

You get to interact with fellow fans and engage in various activities facilitated by various fan clubs. What’s more, you can watch your favorite P-pop groups such as SB19,  Press Hit Play, and BINI perform live.

Highlights: 

• There will be live performances by the winners from Tunog PPop and Indak PPop sing-and-dance competitions.
• There will be games you can play and raffles you can join to win awesome prizes.
• Everyone can participate in fan booth activities.
• There will also be a fan signing events as well as P-pop merch that you can grab.
• Patron and VIP ticket holders get free fan lights.
• VIP ticket holders get early access to the venue as well as a VIP lanyard and souvenir card.

PPop Convention
Admission fee: P500 (~USD9) per day
Date: 18th-19th March 2023
Time: 10am
Address: New Frontier Theater, 7 General Malvar Avenue, Cubao, Quezon City

PPop Concert
Admission fee: P1,060 (~USD19.08) general admission | P2,120 (~USD38.16) Upper Box | P3,180 (~USD57.25) Lower Box | P4,770 (~USD85.87) Patron | P5,830 (~USD104.95) VIP Seated & Standing
Date: 19th March 2023
Time: 6pm
Address: Araneta Coliseum, General Roxas Avenue, Cubao, Quezon City

Get your tickets online or at TicketNet outlet near you.

Note: Ticket prices for the concert are exclusive of handling fees. 

Update: Due to some logistical issues, PPop Con and Concert has been postponed and will not be happening on 18th-19th March. Look out for further announcements on their social media pages.

7. Disney In Concert: Live Your Dream 2023

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Whether you’re a kid or an adult, you’d definitely want to see the Disney In Concert: Live Your Dream 2023 happening over 2 days at The Theatre at Solaire, a fantastic event for massive Disney fans.

Featuring the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra, you’ll get to listen to a grand live performance by talented singers showcasing nostalgic Disney songs from your favorite movies such as Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, and Tangled.

Admission fee: P2,700 (~USD48.61) Side Balcony | P3,200 (~USD57.61) Mid Balcony | P4,300 (~USD77.41) Gold | P5,300 (~USD95.42) VIP | P6,000 (~USD108.06) SVIP | P7,200 (~USD129.62) Platinum
Date: 31st March – 1st April 2023
Time: 8pm | 11am | 3.30pm
Address: The Theatre at Solaire, Aseana Avenue Entertainment City, Jose W. Diokno Blvd, Parañaque

 Book your tickets at Trip’s website or TicketWorld’s website.

Note: Only fully-vaccinated individuals will be allowed inside the theater. Remember to bring your vaccination cards and wear a mask at all times. 

8. Harry Styles: Love On Tour 2023

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If you’ve been following Harry Styles way back since he was in One Direction until now as a solo artist, then traveling a bit beyond the metro might be worth it to check out his concert, Harry Styles: Love On Tour 2023, happening at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan.

Having recently released his third album, you may as well be the first to see him perform his songs live.

Highlight: 

• Premium Seat and Standing ticket holders get exclusive merch and a tour laminate and lanyard. They’re also entitled to early access at the merch stand and a dedicated collection point.

Admission fee: P2,750 (~USD49.51) Upper Box C | P4,000 (~USD72.01) Upper Box B | P5,250 (~USD94.52) Upper Box A | P6,250 (~USD112.52) Lower Box B Regular | P7,000 (~USD126.02) Lower Box B Premium | P8,250 (~USD148.53) Lower Box A Regular | P9,250 (~USD166.53) Lower Box A Premium | P10,750 (~USD193.54) Floor Standing | P16,250 (~USD292.55) Premium Seat | P17,750 (~USD319.56) Premium Standing
Date: 14th March 2023
Time: 8pm
Address: Philippine Arena, Ciudad de Victoria, Santa Maria, Bulacan

Book your tickets online at Live Nation Philippines’ website, SM Tickets’ website, or at any SM Tickets outlet near  you.

Note: Ticket prices are inclusive of ticketing charges. Doors at the venue open at 3pm. Shuttle bus tickets are available to and from Vertis North to Philippine Arena. More details here. 

Things to do in Metro Manila in March 2023

These things to do in Metro Manila this March 2023 are just too good to pass up, so get out there and book a ticket or two for a continuous flow of music and fun activities to last you the whole month.

Simply let loose and create unforgettable memories with friends and family.

Also check out:

• Things to do in Makati
• Things to do in Bangkok, Thailand for Filipinos
• A tourist’s guide going to Metro Manila, Philippines

Cover image adapted from: SM Tickets, Wanderland, PPOP Convention