Anime music fans, mark your calendars. The AFA Singapore 2026 concert brings three nights of live music to Suntec, and it starts with a debut fans have waited years for.
This guide covers the full AFA Singapore 2026 concert lineup, the schedule, tickets, and what US fans need to know before booking a flight.
AFA Singapore 2026 Concert: Dates, Venue & Format
When and where is the AFA Singapore 2026 concert? It runs 27–29 November 2026 at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Halls 401–406. The festival is open 10:00 to 21:00 daily, per.
The organizer is SOZO Pte Ltd. The show is billed as the “Ultimate Music Weekend,” with the tagline “Three nights. Three experiences. One AFA,” per the.
I LOVE ANISONG vs “Ultimate Music Weekend”
I LOVE ANISONG is the name of AFA’s flagship anisong concert brand, per. The 2026 page uses “Ultimate Music Weekend” instead. Both point to the same idea: live anime songs performed by Japanese artists at AFA.
A Milestone Year
The festival also celebrates 60 years of Singapore-Japan relations (SJ60). The SJ60 MUSUBI FESTIVAL runs 28–29 November alongside the show.
AFA Singapore 2026 Concert Lineup by Night
Who is performing? Here is the confirmed lineup as of September 28, 2026. More artists are still “to be announced.”
Friday, Nov 27: Yuki Kajiura LIVE
Yuki Kajiura LIVE vol.#22 ~precious pieces~ in Singapore -SPECIAL SETLIST- opens the weekend. This is Kajiura’s first Singapore show.
She composed music for Sword Art Online, Fate/Zero, and Puella Magi Madoka Magica. GameTrader.SG reports the show is part of an Asia tour, with stops in Taipei, Hong Kong, and Seoul before Singapore.
Saturday, Nov 28: AFASG26 Music Fest
- KAF and Isekaijoucho (Kamitsubaki Stage segment)
- Liella! featuring Liyuu, Naomi Payton, and Yuina
- May’n
Sunday, Nov 29: HoneyWorks × Vocaloid Night
- HoneyWorks Vocal All Stars, featuring CHiCO with HoneyWorks
- AFA Vocaloid Night feat. Hatsune Miku, featuring kz (livetune)
Note that GameTrader’s September 21 post listed Night 2 as unannounced. The official page has since added names, so trust the official site for updates.
AFA Singapore 2026 Concert Schedule & Ticket Tiers
What time does the concert start? Official showtimes haven’t been published yet. Check the closer to the event.
Seat Plan and Tiers
The official page shows a seat plan and ticket tiers. It lists CAT 1, a 3-Day pass, and a merch bundle with a Yuki Kajiura signed badge and lanyard. Exact prices sit inside images, so confirm them on the official page.
For a rough guide, reports that in 2025, exhibition-only tickets cost S$22 to S$30 per day. Combined tickets reached S$198 for premium CAT 1 seating. Treat those as past prices, not 2026 figures.
AFA Singapore 2026 Concert vs Past Years
How does this year compare? The 2022 edition cut the concert down to just one night, per Wikipedia. The 2026 lineup returns to three nights, which suits fans who want a full weekend of live music.
Several names are familiar faces:
- May’n performed at the very first AFA in 2008, her first overseas concert.
- HoneyWorks appeared in 2015, and CHiCO with HoneyWorks returned in 2016.
- Liyuu joined the 2023 lineup.
- kz (livetune) performed at AFA Thailand in May 2026.
Hatsune Miku has AFA history too. She made her first live solo appearance overseas at AFA 2009.
Crowds have grown fast. Attendance rose from 29,000 in 2008 to a record 145,000 in 2022, then 130,000 in 2023.
AFA Singapore 2026 Travel Tips for US Fans
Planning a trip from the United States? A few facts help.
Getting to Suntec
Esplanade MRT (CC3) is a 3-minute walk. Promenade MRT (CC4) is 4 minutes, per.
Time Zone
Singapore runs on UTC+8. In late November, that is 13 hours ahead of US Eastern Time and 16 hours ahead of Pacific Time. A 7 PM concert is 6 AM Eastern.
What Else to Do
The festival packs in more than music:
- Exhibition Hall with merchandise and brand booths
- Day Stage with guest talks and premieres
- AFA NEXT STAGE and a Cosplay Singles Competition
- Cosplay Hub and Creators Hub (both fully subscribed)
FAQs
Who is coming to Singapore for concert 2026?
Yuki Kajiura, KAF, Isekaijoucho, Liella!, May’n, HoneyWorks Vocal All Stars, CHiCO, kz (livetune), and Hatsune Miku at the Vocaloid Night. More artists will be announced.
Is AFA only in Singapore?
No. AFA has also run in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Hong Kong. AFA Thailand ran 30–31 May 2026 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, per Wikipedia.
What major events are happening in Singapore in 2026?
AFA Singapore (27–29 Nov) and the SJ60 MUSUBI FESTIVAL (28–29 Nov) are the big anime events. Creators Super Fest 2026 ran 11–12 July at Suntec, per AsiaPopFests. Singapore also hosts the F1 Singapore Grand Prix in October.
Is there an anime event in Singapore in 2026?
Yes. Anime Festival Asia Singapore 2026 runs 27–29 November at Suntec.
Can 14 year olds go to anime expo?
I couldn’t find an official AFA age rule, so check the official ticketing page. For reference, AsiaPopFests notes that Anime Expo in Los Angeles usually requires attendees under 18 to have a parent or guardian co-register and sign a minor waiver. Policies can change, so check before buying.
Conclusion
The AFA Singapore 2026 concert is a strong three-night lineup, led by Yuki Kajiura’s Singapore debut. Watch the official site for showtimes, ticket prices, and new names.
Abroy John is the Founder and Editor of Asia Pop Fests, where he covers
entertainment news and events from across Asia. He focuses on accurate,
up-to-date reporting on the region’s festivals and pop culture.
