Eastwood City ushers in 2026 with the longest-running New Year Countdown event in the country, bringing together a strong lineup of Filipino music icons for a night of live performances and shared celebration at the revitalized Eastwood Mall Open Park. Headlining this year’s countdown are Rico Blanco, Klarisse De Guzman, and Maki.
Completing the lineup are rising P-pop girl group KAIA and Filipino-Japanese artist Ena Mori, adding contemporary energy and diverse sounds to the countdown stage.
Rico Blanco leads the celebration as the event’s headlining act, bringing his distinct sound and enduring presence to the Eastwood City New Year Countdown. Recognized for shaping the Filipino music landscape through genre-blending compositions and an evolving musical direction, Blanco’s performance anchors the night as audiences gather to welcome 2026.
“Certified Birit Queen” and the Philippines’ Soul Diva, Klarisse De Guzman, is known for her powerful vocal performances and soulful style, delivering emotive renditions that resonate with audiences across generations.
Fans of recording-artist Maki, famous for chart-topping viral hits like “Dilaw” and “Saan?,” can look forward to his melodic, easy-listening tunes and honest lyrics that resonate with Gen Z listeners.
The celebration also features KAIA, a rising P-pop group recognized for its confident “girl-crush” concept blending pop, hip-hop, and EDM, alongside Ena Mori, whose genre-bending music continues to gain recognition in the independent OPM scene.
The Eastwood City New Year Countdown will be hosted by Princess Legaspi and Martin Javier, energizing the program as the crowd counts down to the new year.
As the clock strikes midnight, the countdown reaches its defining moment with Eastwood City’s iconic Dazzling Star Drop, followed by a Grand Fireworks Display, officially welcoming 2026 at Eastwood City.
Beyond the stage, guests can enjoy immersive experiences throughout the venue, including hologram light displays, neon paint zones, creative photo booths, and glowing lightsticks—creating a vibrant atmosphere as families and friends welcome the new year together.
The Eastwood-Quezon City New Year Countdown begins at 8:00 p.m. on December 31 at Eastwood Mall Open Park. For updates, visit megaworld-lifestylemalls.com or call (02) 8462-8888.
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