Louis Tomlinson is coming back to Manila for October concert

Louis Tomlinson is heading back to the Philippines on October 17, bringing his “How Did We Get Here? World Tour 2026” to the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.

The show will be Tomlinson’s second solo performance in the country. His first Manila concert was in 2022 as part of his first solo tour. 

The British singer-songwriter is touring in support of “How Did I Get Here?,” his third solo studio album, released on January 23. The 12-track record includes “Lemonade,” “Palaces,” and “Imposter.”

Tickets are available through TicketNet Online and physical outlets nationwide, with prices ranging from ₱2,500 for General Admission to ₱6,404 for Patron.

The concert was initially scheduled at the New Frontier Theater but was moved to the larger Smart Araneta Coliseum following strong ticket demand. Tomlinson also performed at the Araneta during his last Manila visit four years ago.

Tomlinson, 34, first gained worldwide recognition as a member of One Direction, or 1D, which was formed on “The X Factor UK” in 2010. He launched his solo career in 2016 with “Just Hold On,” a collaboration with American DJ Steve Aoki. Since then, he has released the albums “Walls,” “Faith in the Future” and “Live.”

Tomlinson is the latest former 1D member to bring a solo show to the Philippines. Two of his former bandmates have also staged successful solo concerts in the country, namely Niall Horan and Harry Styles.

Horan first performed in Manila in 2018 as part of his “Flicker World Tour” before returning in 2024 for “The Show Live On Tour.” Styles, meanwhile, brought his “Love On Tour” to the Philippine Arena in 2023.