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2018 ASIA EVENT CALENDER
A music festival with the sun on your face, wind in your hair…A concert to create unforgettable memories with family, loved ones and friends.
During October till December 2018, the Asian concert/music scene is releasing amazing line-up after line-up, sending an open invitation to all around the world. After seeing these line-ups, the only thing is to ask yourself, “Are you ready for the party of your lifetime?”
Word: Ariel Jo
OCTOBER
[FESTIVAL] Sunburn city festival India
WHERE? Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, India, Nagavara, Bengaluru
WHEN? October 5th – 7th
HOW MUCH? 1,500INR – 2,999INR
HIGHLIGHTS: There are upcoming music festivals in the heart of Bengaluru on October 5th and Mumbai on the 6th till 7th. Above & Beyond, Yellow Claw, Malaa, Moksi & Kristian Nairn have been released as the first line-up.
[FESTIVAL] Off Route Fest Korea
WHERE? Nanji Hangang Park, Seoul, Korea
WHEN? October 6th
HOW MUCH? 88,000KRW
HIGHLIGHTS: A festival full of powerful performances mixed with a variety of street culture. The line-up is strong and will be showing a hip hop music of quality, especially seeing Jay Park, Dok2, Simon Dominic, and Loco in the mix.
[FESTIVAL] Arcadia Japan
WHERE? Tsumagoi Resort Sai no Sato, Kakegawa, Japan
WHEN? October 6th – 8th
HOW MUCH? 23,800JPY – TBA
HIGHLIGHTS: Arcadia Japan’s groundbreaking huge metal spider-like stage, where fans can see the world’s best DJs in 360 degrees, will herald the string of festivals showcasing the hottest dance music.
[CONCERT] Kids in love tour Kygo
WHERE? Bangkok, Manila, Tokyo, Seoul, Jakarta, Singapore
WHEN? October 22nd – November 5th
HOW MUCH? TBA
HIGHLIGHTS: Leader of tropical house and Norwegian DJ Kygo visits Asia staring his tour from Bangkok.
Bangkok: Oct. 22nd, Manila: Oct.25th, Tokyo: Oct. 27th, Seoul: Oct. 30th Djakarta: Nov 2nd, Bali: Nov. 3rd, Singapore: Nov. 5th
[CONCERT] American Teen tour Khalid
WHERE? Korea, Japan, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Hong Kong
WHEN? October 25th – November 11rd
HOW MUCH? TBA
HIGHLIGHTS: World-wide famous Khalid’s Asian tour starts with Seoul on October 25th.
Seoul: Oct. 25th, Okinawa: Oct. 26th, Shinjuku: Oct. 29th, Bangkok: Oct 31st Manila: Nov. 2nd, Kuala Lumpur: Nov 4th, Singapore: Nov. 6th, Djakarta: Nov. 9th Hong Kong: Nov. 11st
[FESTIVAL] Sensation Rise India
WHERE? Gachibowli Stadium, Hyderabad, India
WHEN? October 27th
HOW MUCH? 2750INR – 9350INR
HIGHLIGHTS: Sensation Rise India is more than enough to attract music fans from all corners to India.
www.sensation.com/cities/Hyderabad
[FESTIVAL] Shi Fu Miz Festival Hong Kong
WHERE? Cheung Chau Island, Hong Kong
WHEN? October 27th -28th
HOW MUCH? 402HKD – 932HKD
HIGHLIGHTS: Two days filled with music at the beautiful Hong Kong bay. Ben UFO, Dan Shake, Skatebård, Glenn Underground are playing.
NOVEMBER
[FESTIVAL] The Platform Music Festival Korea
WHERE? Yes24 Live Hall, Seoul, Korea
WHEN? November 3rd
HOW MUCH? 99,000KRW
HIGHLIGHTS: The Platform Music Festival continues the proud tradition of hosting just one genre of music. Aly & Fila and Giuseppe Ottaviani are a just few examples of the amazing trans line-up.
http://www.facebook.com/TPMFEST
[FESTIVAL] Urbanscapes Malaysia
WHERE? KL Live / Chin Woo Stadium / Medan Pasar / Urbanscapes House / River Of Life / Lorong 2HK / Lorong 2 Hang Kasturi / The Zhongshan Building / Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
WHEN? November 3rd – 18th
HOW MUCH? 279MYR
HIGHLIGHTS: The oldest art & music festival in Malaysia will be held at 9 locations for 3 weeks. Kahlid, Wolf Alice, Bodega and Se So Neon are confirmed as the lineup bringing the heat to Malaysia during the 3 weeks.
[FESTIVAL] It’s the ship Singapore
WHERE? Dream Cruises, Singapore to Phuket Thailand
WHEN? November 4th – 7th
HOW MUCH? 928SGD
HIGHLIGHTS: It’s The Ship is a one-of-kind music festival hosted on a cruise ship in the middle of the ocean. Vini Vici, Cash Cash, Paul Van Dyk, Sander Van Doom, Showtek is here with their electrifying performances.
[CONCERT] Owl City Cinematic Tour Japan & Korea
WHERE? Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Seoul
WHEN? November 7th – 11th
HOW MUCH? TBA
HIGHLIGHTS: Owl City expanding into electronica and synth pop will invade Japan and South Korea. Come and witness Owl City’s expanded reach at this winter’s concert.
Tokyo: Nov. 7th, Nagoya: Nov. 8th, Osaka: Nov. 9th, Seoul: Nov. 11st
[FESTIVAL] Clockenflap Hong Kong
WHERE? Central Harbourfront, Hong Kong
WHEN? November 9th – 11st
HOW MUCH? 890HKD
HIGHLIGHTS: The largest music & art festival in Hong Kong. Interpol, Khalid, David Byrne, Anpu, Caribou, The Vaccines and other fresh artists are here to rock your world.
[FESTIVAL] Neon Lights Singapore
WHERE? Fort gate, Fort Canning Park, Singapore
WHEN? November 9th – 11st
HOW MUCH? 199GSD – 279SGD
HIGHLIGHTS: A beautiful music festival collaborated by local Singaporean and world-class artists. Yuna, Interpol, The Vaccines, Caribou and more line-up artists will give you an experience to never forget.
[FESTIVAL] Arcadia Taiwan
WHERE? Dajia Riverside Park, Taipei, Taiwan
WHEN? November 10th
HOW MUCH? 3600TWD – 4030TWD
HIGHLIGHTS: Arcadia’s metal spider will finally land at Taiwan after Arcadia Japan. Arcadia Taiwan celebrates the third year of its Final Landing. An impressive lineup including Showtek and Zomboy awaits you.
[FESTIVAL] Don’t Let Daddy Know Myanmar
WHERE? The one entertainment park Yangon, Myanmar
WHEN? November 30th
HOW MUCH? TBA
HIGHLIGHTS: What began six years ago on the magical island Ibiza, is now a worldwide phenomenon that takes place in stadiums and arenas around the globe. Don’t Let Daddy Know is coming to Myanmar.
[CONCERT] The Weeknd Asia
WHERE? Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore, Manila, Bali, Taipei, Seoul, Tokyo
WHEN? November 30th – December 18th
HOW MUCH? TBA
HIGHLIGHTS: The Weeknd, a rising star in PBR&B, reflecting the change in pop music will reveal his new performance to Asian fans, starting with Hong Kong.
Hong Kong: Nov. 30th, Bangkok: Dec. 2nd, Singapore: Dec. 5th, Manila: Dec. 7th, Bali: Dec. 9th, Taipei: Dec. 12nd, Seoul: Dec. 15th, Chiba: Dec. 18th
DECEMBER
[FESTIVAL] Zoukout Music Festival Singapore
WHERE? Siloso Beach, Sentosa, Singapore
WHEN? December 1st
HOW MUCH? 148SGD – 248SGD
HIGHLIGHTS: The only Asian festival that parties dusk to dawn, hosted in Singapore. Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Galantis, W&W and many more world-class DJs are here to the oil-burning through the night.
[FESTIVAL] Djakarta Warehouse project Indonesia
WHERE? GWK Cultural Park, Bali, Indonesia
WHEN? December 7th – 9th
HOW MUCH? 1,600,000IDR – 3,300,000IDR
HIGHLIGHTS: Started with underground party, DWP is celebrating its 10th Anniversary. Alesso, Armin Van Buuren, DJ Snake, Major Lazer Soundsystem, Porter Robinson and RL Grime will be waiting for you at DWP.
[FESTIVAL] 808 Festival BangKok, Thailand
WHERE? Live Park Rama 9 Bangkok, Thailand
WHEN? December 8th – 9th
HOW MUCH? 2,999THB
HIGHLIGHTS: 808 Festival 2018 will be the 6th installment of Thailand’s leading EDM festival. A state of trance with Armin van Buuren on 8th December.
[FESTIVAL] Epizode Vietnam
WHERE? Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam
WHEN? December 28th – January 8th
HOW MUCH? 4,565,793VND – 6,980,509VND
HIGHLIGHTS: Epizode celebrates its third anniversary and is needless-to-say the largest techno festival in Asia. The amazing line-up of Nina Kraviz, Praslesh, Ricardo Villalobos, Seth Troxler, Sonja Moonear, Zip will maintain the hype for 11 days.
[FESTIVAL] Sunburn Festival India
WHERE? Oxford Golf Resorts, Pune, India
WHEN? December 29th – 31st
HOW MUCH? 2999INR – TBA
HIGHLIGHTS: Sunburn season 12 does not only shake India, but also the whole world. Sunburn festival has a large array of attractions, such as the flea market, F&B, experience booth, and of course, its eye-catching stages.
October 11th, 2018