The Filipino Music Awards 2026 returns for its second edition, gathering OPM icons, established artists, rising stars, and industry leaders at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
The Filipino Music Awards (FMA) 2026 is here, marking the second edition of Original Pilipino Music’s (OPM) biggest evening at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Presented by AGC Power Holdings Corp. (AGC PHC), with Billboard Philippines as its official media partner, the awards ceremony gathers some of the industry’s biggest artists, musicians, and figures together for a night dedicated to Filipino music.
After its inaugural edition last year, Filipino Music Awards 2026 brings a bigger lineup of artists and industry guests spanning generations and genres. The guest list includes OPM icons, established hitmakers, emerging artists, and representatives from the country’s major music and entertainment companies.
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Filipino Music Awards 2026 Presents A Night For OPM’s Biggest Names
Among the confirmed legacy guests for this year’s awards are Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, Ogie Alcasid, Apl de Ap, Gary Valenciano, Noel Cabangon, Nicole Asensio, Basti Artad of Wolfgang, and Tirso Ripoll of Razorback.
The established artists joining the celebration include SB19, BINI members Jhoanna and Maloi, Ben&Ben’s Miguel and Paolo Benjamin, Lola Amour, Parokya Ni Edgar, Kamikazee, Silent Sanctuary, Ice Seguerra, Kyla, Billy Crawford, Erik Santos, LOONIE, and Andrea Brillantes as Ramona.
The next generation of Filipino artists also gets its moment, with confirmed guests including Maki, Dilaw, Flow G, Shanti Dope, BGYO, Michelle Dee, Zephanie, Inigo Pascual, Adie, Clara Benin, Marina Summers, ALAMAT, Arthur Nery, and The Juans, among many others.
Building A Bigger Future For Filipino Music
For AGC PHC Chairman and CEO Archie G. Carrasco, the second Filipino Music Awards marks an important step in turning the awards into a lasting institution for Filipino music. “The second edition is an important milestone because it marks the beginning of FMA becoming more than an annual event—it is becoming an institution for Filipino music,” he shares in an official announcement.
Billboard Philippines Chief of Editorial Content Bret Jackson likewise points to the diversity of Filipino music as a defining part of the awards, noting that the Filipino Music Awards aims to celebrate the different voices and creative forces shaping OPM. The ceremony will feature performances, major recognitions, and special collaborations that reflect the breadth of the local music scene.
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Frequently Asked Questions
FMA 2026 is the second edition of the Filipino Music Awards, a ceremony celebrating artists, musicians, and industry figures shaping Original Pilipino Music (OPM).
The Filipino Music Awards 2026 takes place today, October 6, 2026.
FMA 2026 is taking place at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Manila, Philippines.
Confirmed guests include OPM icons such as Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, Ogie Alcasid, Apl de Ap, and Gary Valenciano; established artists including SB19, BINI, Ben&Ben, Lola Amour, and Parokya Ni Edgar; and rising artists including Maki, Dilaw, Flow G, ALAMAT, Clara Benin, and Marina Summers.
The Filipino Music Awards 2026 is presented by AGC Power Holdings Corp. (AGC PHC), with Billboard Philippines as its official media partner.
