Filipino ARMYs, your Chapter 2.0 is about to start. The Spotify X BTS: SWIMSIDE is headed to Manila real soon. In case you didn’t know, SWIMSIDE is Spotify’s campaign where the all-new album ARIRANG comes to life, offering fans the ultimate destination to come together in celebration of the comeback of the decade. Here’s everything you need to about Spotify x BTS SWIMSIDE Manila:

What to expect at SWIMSIDE Manila

At the immersive fan experience, you will have even more ways to swim and dive into BTS’ music like never before. You can expect the following:

• Wave Room Photo Experience
• Sound Wave Bar
• Deep Dive Stream Viewing Room
• Fan Chant Lighthouse
• ARMY SWIM Club Supplies a.k.a. exclusive Spotify X BTS: SWIMSIDE gifts made just for ARMY.

Manila marks an important stop for SWIMSIDE’s global journey, following successful runs in New York, Seoul, and Tokyo. Also set to head to Jakarta, Brazil, and Mexico, SWIMSIDE reflects Spotify’s ongoing commitment to giving fans more ways to engage with music and show up for the artists they love, blending music, culture, and community through both on-platform and real-world experiences.

When and where will SWIMSIDE Manila happen?

SWIMSIDE Manila is here for a limited time only. It is set to happen from May 1 to 3, 2026 (Friday to Sunday), 10 AM to 10 PM at the Glorietta Activity Center, Makati City.

Kindly note that the artists will NOT be in attendance.

Who is eligible to join SWIMSIDE Manila?

If you want to experience SWIMSIDE Manila, you need to:

• have Spotify Premium. The event is only open to Premium users, but don’t worry, no other payment is required to secure a slot.
• be aged 13 and above. All minors aged 17 and below should have a guardian present with a separate valid ticket.

Each Spotify Premium user can only secure 1 ticket per Premium account. All tickets are non-transferable.

You also need to pre-register to secure a ticket.

How to join SWIMSIDE Manila

Pre-registration opens on April 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM, and only one pass will be issued per account.

To pre-register and join SWIMSIDE in Manila, follow the steps below:

1. Pre-register at spotifyswimsideph.helixpay.ph.
2. Fill out the required information and submit.
3. Wait for the email confirmation with the required documents to be presented to claim your ticket.
4. If you’re successful, see you at SWIMSIDE Manila on your assigned day and time slot!

Take note of the following reminders:

• No walk-ins will be allowed. Only verified pre-registered Spotify Premium users are allowed inside the venue.
• Attendees will only be allowed in SWIMSIDE Manila during their assigned timeslot.
• Queueing outside the venue is not allowed. There will be an official designated queueing area only for verified pre-registered ticket holders.

Spotify x BTS SWIMSIDE

While counting down to SWIMSIDE, fans can head to Spotify to get in the mood by streaming the ‘This is BTS’ playlist. The BTS Music Quiz is also now live in-app for Spotify Premium users.

Inspired by BTS’ career-spanning journey reflected in ARIRANG, the quiz lets ARMY revisit defining moments from the group’s artistic legacy across generations and cultures – and flex their BTS knowledge.

The BTS Music Quiz can be accessed through the “Now Playing” view on any BTS track.

HOT TIP: Make sure to complete the BTS Music Quiz in the Spotify app, because a special treat is waiting for you at SWIMSIDE Manila!

See you at SWIMSIDE Manila, yes?

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