Everything You Need To Know About Ed Sheeran's Concert In Manila In 2024

It’s been more than *1000 Nights* since Ed Sheeran last came to Manila. 2,154 days, to be exact—but who’s counting?

The singer-songwriter has long been a Filipino favorite when it comes to discography—from karaoke sessions to first dance songs at weddings, there’ll always be an Ed Sheeran track in the mix. So when it was announced that Ed would be making his way back to the Philippines as part of his +-=÷x tour (pronounced “The Mathematics Tour”), we couldn’t be *happier*. Here’s all the deets you need to prepare for the *perfect* night.

READ: Everything You Need To Know About Ed Sheeran’s +-=÷x concert live in Manila in 2024

When and where will Ed Sheeran’s concert in Manila be held?

Ed Sheeran will be returning to Manila on Saturday, March 9 at the SMDC Festival Grounds.  His last visit to the Philippines was for his 2018 Divide tour, an unforgettable sold-out night at the Mall Of Asia concert grounds.

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How much do tickets cost for Ed Sheeran’s concert in Manila?

The public sale for tickets began on October 26, 2023 at 12NN via SM Tickets in the Philippines. Here is the ticket price breakdown and seat plan (exclusive of ticketing charges and online fees):

• Cat 1 (reserved seating) – P20,500
• Cat 2 (reserved seating) – P18,500
• Cat 3 (reserved seating) – P16,500
• Cat 4 (reserved seating) – P14,500
• Cat 5 (free seating) – P11,500
• Cat 6 (standing) – P6,500
• Cat 7 (standing) – P3,000
• Cat 8 (standing) – P1,000

In response to popular demand, new seats have been added, as well as a new General Admission (Cat 8) Section.

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What is the set list for Ed Sheeran’s concert in Manila?

The two-hour show draws from all of Ed’s albums since 2011. Plus  and Multiply (2014), Divide (2017), Equals (2021) and Subtract (2023). The 26-song set list also includes a song from 2019’s No. 6 Collaborations Project (“Blow”).

Here is a look at the set list from Sheeran’s first show, according to USA Today. Did your fave make the list?

Ed Sheeran’s +-=÷x Mathematics Tour setlist

1. “Tides”
2. “Blow”
3. “I’m a Mess”
4. “Shivers”
5. “The A Team”
6. “Castle on the Hill”
7. “Don’t / No Diggity”
8. “Eyes Closed”
9. “Give Me Love”
10. “Boat”
11. “Salt Water”
12. “Own It” / “Peru” /”Beautiful People” /”I Don’t Care”
13. “End of Youth”
14. “Overpass Graffiti”
15. “Curtains”
16. “Galway Girl”
17. “Thinking Out Loud”
18. “Love Yourself”
19. “Sing”
20. “Photograph”
21. “Perfect”
22. “Bloodstream”
23. “Afterglow”
24. “Shape of You”
25. “Bad Habits”
26. “You Need Me, I Don’t Need You”

Who are the special guests performing at Ed Sheeran’s concert in Manila?

English singer-songwriter Calum Scott got his big break competing on Britain’s Got Talent. He earned Simon Cowell’s Golden Buzzer by performing his version of Robyn’s hit “Dancing on My Own.” Since then, he’s released two studio albums and four EPs. Calum is known for his songs “You Are The Reason,” “Only Human,” “No Matter What,” “Where Are You Now,” “Woke Up In Love,” and “One More Try.”

9-piece Filipino indie folk-pop band Ben&Ben will also be performing! Get ready to say hello to twin brothers Miguel Benjamin and Paolo Benjamin (acoustic guitars and vocals), Poch Barretto (electric guitar), Keifer Cabugao (violin), Andrew De Pano and Toni Munoz (percussion), Pat Lasaten (keyboards), Agnes Reoma (bass), and Jam Villanueva (drums). Which of their songs do you think they’ll sing? We’re betting on fan favorites “Leaves,” “Make It With You,” “Panindigan Kita,” “Maybe The Night,” or “Pagtingin.”

On their Instagram account, the OPM artists shared their excitement about being special guests at Ed Sheeran’s concert. “Ma, special guest na kami ni Ed Sheeran sa concert niya [sobbing emoji].”

“Parang dati lang, nagcocover lang kami ng “perfect” sa Youtube. Never in our wildest dreams did we think this could happen. Surreal,” they continued.

“SLIDE FOR A THROWBACK! Ibang iba pa itsura namin nun. Andami na pala nating pinagdaanan, Liwanag” they told their fans, before ending their message with a hand heart emoji.

Several of their celebrity friends were quick to show their support in the comments section. “proud of u guys,” wrote fellow musician Clara Benin. “OMG SO PROUD!!! SEE YOU GUYS,” penned content creator Abi Marquez. Aww!

Ed Sheeran +-=÷x TOUR in Manila is presented by Ovation Productions and AEG Presents.