KAIA, 1ST.ONE, 6ENSE, and ZIREN Bring P-pop Energy to ALT+TAB Festival 2026

Photos: ALT + TAB Festival, KAIA, 1ST. ONE, 6ENSE and ZIREN PH FB
Photos courtesy of ALT + TAB Festival, KAIA, 1ST. ONE, 6ENSE, and ZIREN PH Facebook pages

ALT+TAB Festival 2026 is gearing up to flip SMX Convention Center Manila into a living, breathing mash-up of sound, screens, and creativity this June 20–21. Backed by Philippine Blockchain Week and Gridlock-Games Studio, the two-day event blends performances, gaming, tech, cosplay, and interactive experiences into one continuous flow of discovery.

ALT+TAB Festival 2026 Event Details

ALT+TAB isn’t your usual festival stop. It feels more like a world you enter, where every corner is a different frequency of creativity.

  • Dates: June 20–21, 2026
  • Venue: SMX Convention Center Manila
  • Organizers: Philippine Blockchain Week, Gridlock-Games Studio
  • Ticket Price: ₱250 online promo / ₱350 walk-in
  • Access: Two-day pass covering all festival zones and experiences

From arenas to creative hubs, the venue transforms into a full-spectrum experience built for fans, players, and creators alike.

P-pop, OPM, and Live Energy

The music stage brings a mix of idol groups, bands, and performers, pulling different sounds into one shared spotlight.

  • KAIA (June 21 only)
  • 1ST.ONE
  • 6ENSE
  • ZIREN
  • VPeepz Dance Crew
  • PRIMO 
  • Ameurfina III
  • Jun Sisa

It’s a lineup that shifts from polished performances to raw live sets, keeping the energy moving all weekend.

More Than Music: Full Experience Zones

The festival opens up into interactive spaces where entertainment and tech overlap.

  • Esports and gaming arenas
  • Indie and Web3 game showcases
  • Live DJ sets and entertainment segments
  • Cosplay activities and community meetups
  • Creator and influencer zones
  • Tech and startup exhibits
  • Food and lifestyle areas
  • Immersive installations, photo spots, and more!

Competitions That Bring the Heat

ALT+TAB also opens doors for creators and rising talent through on-ground contests and showcases.

  • ALT+Voice gives aspiring singers and musicians a chance to perform live and step into a bigger stage moment.
  • GAME//READY highlights indie developers and student teams, with top entries getting featured during the festival showcase.
  • COSPLAY//QUEST pushes character performance into an all-day challenge built on creativity, presence, and consistency.

A Festival Built for Switching Worlds

ALT+TAB isn’t just an event you attend; it’s something you move through. One moment you’re watching a live set, the next you’re inside a game zone or a cosplay universe, then suddenly stepping into a tech-driven experience. Everything is designed to keep you switching, exploring, and discovering something new at every turn.

For full details, schedules, and tickets, visit the ALT+TAB Festival website and their official Facebook page, and get ready to step into a weekend where every switch opens a new world.

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