White Party Manila returns after 12 years with Vice Ganda, star-studded Pride lineup

MANILA, Philippines — After more than a decade, White Party Manila is returning this Pride Month, promising a “bigger, bolder and brighter” celebration for the LGBTQIA+ community.

Set for June 27 at the World Trade Center Manila, this year’s White Party Manila will bring together LGBTQIA+ artists, personalities, allies and supporters for a night dedicated to Pride.

The event is a collaboration between LoveYourSelf and Mentorque Productions. It carries the theme “Reignite,” which organizers said reflects the goal of bringing the community together again, dressed in white, after 12 years.

Headlining the event is Vice Ganda, who shared his excitement over the party’s return.

“I’m so excited for the party. White Party was really the party 10 years ago. It was the most unkabogable celebration for the LGBTQIA+ community at that time,” Vice Ganda said.

The host-comedian also looked back on what made the event special.

“Celebrating with everyone in white, seeing that sea of beautiful individuals, solid and united for a specific goal, is such a powerful experience. Converging together, meeting new friends, seeing everyone I haven’t seen in the longest time — ‘yun talaga yung inaabangan ko,” he added.

Mentorque Productions, headed by Bryan Diamante, described Vice Ganda as the “perfect person” to represent this year’s White Party Manila, citing his authenticity, courage and joy.

“Having Vice as the face of this year’s comeback feels more meaningful, especially as we reignite the spirit of Pride through celebration, community, and purpose while delivering a Pride night to remember,” the organizers said.

Joining Vice Ganda in the lineup are Ben&Ben, Maki, Gloc-9, Marina Summers and Maxie Andreison, along with surprise celebrity appearances and performances from top DJs.

The event will also feature appearances from John Sweet Lapus, KaladKaren, Ice Seguerra, Liza Diño, Joey Mead-King, Angie King, Andoy Ranay, Alex Diaz, Klea Pineda and Mimiyuuuh.

Janella Salvador and Chie Filomeno are also expected to take part in the event, together with LoveYourSelf ambassadors and volunteers.

Tickets are available through Ticket2Me, with General Admission passes priced at P1,500 and VIP access at P5,000.

Proceeds from ticket sales will support LoveYourSelf’s HIV awareness initiatives, testing programs and care services, in line with the event’s message that “Pride is not only celebrated, it is protected.”