F3 Concert in Manila: The Comeback We’ve Been Waiting For (Since Meteor Garden Days!)

 

I can’t believe I’m even writing this… but it’s really happening.
F4 is coming back to Manila—well, technically F3, but honestly? I am still screaming.

After years of hoping, rewatching Meteor Garden, and listening to their songs on repeat, we’re finally getting a reunion concert in Manila—and it’s everything a longtime fan could ever dream of.

The F✦FOREVER 1st World Tour is bringing Jerry Yan, Vanness Wu, and Vic Chou together on one stage again (!!!), plus Ashin from Mayday.

If you were a fan back in the day… you already know this is not just a concert.
This is healing our inner teenage selves.

😭 Why Everyone Is Calling It “F3”

Okay let’s talk about the emotional part.

Yes, this isn’t a full F4 reunion. Ken Chu won’t be part of the tour, so it’s just Jerry, Vic, and Vanness this time.

And honestly? It hurts a little.

But at the same time…
Seeing even three of them together again after all these years feels unreal. Fans started calling them “F3,” but no matter what, they’ll always be our F4.

 

📍 Concert Date & Venue (Start Planning Now!!)

Mark your calendars because this is THE date:

• June 27, 2026
• Philippine Arena, Bulacan

And yes… it’s at the Philippine Arena.
Which means BIG crowd, BIG stage, BIG emotions.

 

💸 Ticket Prices (aka how much we’re willing to spend on nostalgia)

Let’s be honest—we already know we’re going 😅
It’s just a matter of which seat we can grab:

• Floor Seated – ₱21,500
• VIP Seated – ₱17,250
• Lower Box – ₱14,250 to ₱17,250
• Upper Box – ₱3,500 to ₱10,000
• Restricted View – starting at ₱1,500

Tickets are available via SM Tickets (online + branches).

Selling dates:

• Presale: May 23
• General Sale: May 24 [

👉 Translation: You need fast internet, backup devices, and maybe a prayer circle.

 

🎤 What We’re Manifesting from This Concert

💔 All the throwback songs

If I hear even ONE Meteor Garden song live… I might cry.
Expect their classic hits—the ones we all grew up with.

 

🎸 Ashin’s special performance

Ashin joining the lineup adds a whole new energy.
It’s like nostalgia meets something fresh and powerful.

 

✨ A once-in-a-lifetime moment

This isn’t just music, it’s:

• childhood memories
• first celebrity crushes
• late-night rewatches
• screaming “Dao Ming Si!!!!” 😭

 

💭 Why This Concert Hits So Different

F4 wasn’t just a group—they were the moment.
They came from Meteor Garden and shaped an entire era of Asian pop culture. [abs-cbn.com]

And now… after more than 20 years, they’re back on a Manila stage.

It honestly feels like time stopped and started again all at once.

 

💬 FAQ (Answered Like a Real Fan)

❓ What is the F3 concert?

It’s basically the F4 reunion we’ve been begging for—but with 3 members: Jerry Yan, Vanness Wu, and Vic Chou, plus Ashin.

 

❓ When is the concert?

June 27, 2026—save it, block it, plan your leave 😂

 

❓ Where is it happening?

At the Philippine Arena in Bulacan—aka massive venue = massive fan energy.

❓ How much are tickets?

Anywhere from ₱1,500 to ₱21,500 depending on how close you want to be to your forever

❓ Where do I buy tickets?

SM Tickets (online or outlets) - https://smtickets.com/events/view/17761

Live Nation PH - https://www.livenation.ph/f4-tickets-adp1674402
Be ready because… it will be WAR.

 

❓ Why isn’t it F4?

Ken Chu isn’t part of the tour this time.
We’re sad… but still showing up. 

 

❓ Who’s performing?

• Jerry Yan
• Vanness Wu
• Vic Chou
• Ashin

 

❓ Will they sing Meteor Garden songs??

Nothing officially confirmed, but honestly… we’re all hoping and emotionally preparing

 

❓ Is it just one night?

Yes—June 27 only (for now).

 

❓ Will it sell out fast?

Let’s be real: YES.
This is nostalgia + iconic celebrities + limited seats = chaos.

 

💖 Final Thoughts (From One Fan to Another)

If you grew up watching Meteor Garden, this concert is everything.

It’s not just about seeing F3, it’s about reliving a moment in your life that shaped your music, your crushes, and your memories.

And honestly?
I already know I won’t be able to attend because of an appointment, but I hope all the fans have an amazing time!

It Finally Happened: F3 (Jerry Yan, Vic Chou & Vanness Wu) Are Back on Tour—and Fans Are Crying (Again)

 If you grew up watching Meteor Garden, playing Meteor Rain on repeat, and dreaming about F4 posters on your wall—this one’s for you.

After years of hoping, waiting, and countless “what if” moments, Jerry Yan, Vic Chou, and Vanness Wu are officially back together on stage. While it’s not a full four‑member reunion, fans around Asia are celebrating the return of what many lovingly call F3, headlining the F★FOREVER Asia Tour—and yes, it feels just as emotional as you’d imagine.

From Meteor Garden to Forever

Let’s rewind for a second. Back in 2001, four actors took over our TV screens as the arrogant-but-irresistible F4 in Meteor Garden. What started as a drama obsession quickly turned into a cultural phenomenon. Jerry, Vic, Vanness, and Ken Chu became household names, dominated music charts, and shaped an entire generation of Asian pop fandom.

Even after F4 went their separate ways, fans never really moved on. And honestly? Neither did the magic.

That magic came roaring back in July 2025, when all four members surprised fans by reuniting on stage during Mayday’s concert in Taipei. Tears were shed. Social media exploded. And suddenly, the impossible didn’t feel so impossible anymore.

Why Fans Are Calling Them “F3”

For the current tour, Jerry Yan, Vic Chou, and Vanness Wu are joined by Ashin of Mayday, who’s not just performing with them—but also leading the creative direction of the show. Original member Ken Chu chose not to participate, later sharing that it was a personal decision tied to tour conditions, not a fallout with the group.

Out of love and habit, fans have started calling this lineup F3—a way to honor the past while embracing the present.

And honestly? Seeing the three of them together again still feels unreal.

The F★FOREVER Asia Tour: Where They’re Going

The F★FOREVER 1st World Tour officially kicked off in China and quickly proved one thing: the F4 legacy never faded—it just waited.

Here’s what we know so far:

Confirmed stops include:

• Chongqing, China – April 10–12, 2026
• Jakarta, Indonesia – May 29–30, 2026

Cities officially announced (dates coming soon):

• Manila 🇵🇭
• Bangkok 🇹🇭
• Singapore 🇸🇬
• Kuala Lumpur 🇲🇾

No exact dates or venues yet for the Southeast Asia legs but just knowing they’re coming is enough to send fans into countdown mode.

What the Concert Feels Like (According to Fans)

From behind‑the‑scenes clips and early shows, it’s clear this isn’t just a concert—it’s a love letter to fans.

Expect:

• Iconic songs like “Meteor Rain”
• Updated arrangements with massive stadium energy
• Emotional moments, subtle glances, and that unmistakable F4 chemistry
• Ashin’s signature storytelling and polished production tying it all together

Many fans have described the show as a mix of joy, nostalgia, and quiet sadness—especially with the passing of Meteor Garden’s Barbie Hsu in 2025. It’s less about reliving the past, and more about honoring it.

Not Perfect—But Still Forever

Is it the full F4 reunion some fans still dream of? No. Does it still mean everything? Absolutely.

Seeing Jerry Yan, Vic Chou, and Vanness Wu share the same stage again reminds us why F4 mattered so much in the first place—not just because they were idols, but because they were part of our youth.

And now, decades later, they’re giving that magic back—one city at a time.

💫 F★FOREVER really means forever.

daomisyel: Since I live hundreds of miles away in Asia, I'll probably have to pass on this one. Sigh.