Maroon 5 kicks of Asia 2025 tour with a gig in Manila
The sold-out concert, co-presented by Live Nation Philippines, the Tourism Promotions Board, and the Philippine Department of Tourism, marks the band's fourth visit to Manila.
The evening promises to deliver unforgettable moments for their devoted Filipino fans.
The Asia 2025 Tour will run from January to February, with Manila as the starting point.
From there, the band will journey across Asia, hitting major cities like Jakarta, Bangkok, Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur, and Kaohsiung.
Adding to the excitement, opening performances will feature DJ Mailbox and the American alt-rock band Culture Wars.
Formed in 1994 and fronted by Adam Levine, Maroon 5 has become a global icon, seamlessly blending pop, rock, and R&B into a signature sound that has defined hits like "Moves Like Jagger," "Sugar," and "She Will Be Loved."
Their enduring appeal and ability to innovate continue to cement their status as one of the biggest acts in modern music. Tour schedule for Maroon 5 Asia 2025:
Manila : SM Mall of Asia Arena – Wed, January 29
Jakarta : Jakarta International Stadium – Sat, February 1
Bangkok : Impact Arena – Mon, February 3
Tokyo : Tokyo Dome – Thu, February 6; Sat, February 8; Sun, February 9
Kuala Lumpur : National Hockey Stadium – Wed, February 12
Kaohsiung: National Stadium – Fri, February 14
With over two decades of chart-topping hits and electrifying performances under their belt, Maroon 5 is poised to once again captivate audiences as they kick off their thrilling 2025 Asia tour in Manila.
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