A new acoustic OPM festival named Harana, featuring local Filipino artists, has been announced for November 2026, though the exact venue and date are yet to be confirmed. This festival offers Quezon City residents a potential new cultural event celebrating Original Pilipino Music in an intimate acoustic format, possibly becoming a recurring tradition. Specific details such as venue, exact dates, ticket prices, and lineup have not been released; interested attendees should monitor Philstar and official festival channels for updates.
Background
Harana refers to a traditional Filipino serenade practice where men sing love songs outside a woman’s window, while OPM (Original Pilipino Music) is the genre of Philippine pop music that emerged after the Manila sound era. The festival likely draws inspiration from this cultural heritage to showcase local talent in an acoustic setting.
Source: Philippine Star