The Bigfish Cream Halloween Ball is back and set for October 31, 2025, at the Mall of Asia Arena, featuring a lineup headlined by Dutch electronic music powerhouse Dash Berlin and British trance maestro Craig Connelly.
After a six-year hiatus following their last Cream Halloween Ball in 2019, Bigfish International shattered the silence a few weeks ago with a surprise announcement that thrilled both loyal followers and new partygoers: They are back.
As October approaches, the name Bigfish is on the minds of electronic music fans across the Philippines, a tradition that has held strong for over two decades. They’ve been transforming Halloween night into a massive, unforgettable celebration of music and costumes. This year, the tradition continues with the Bigfish Cream Halloween Ball on October 31, 2025.
Founded in 1999, Bigfish International set out to do more than just host parties. Their goal was to build a full dance music culture in the Philippines. They did this by:
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Bringing Global Talent: They presented major tours like the “Armin Only—Intense” show, featuring world-renowned DJ Armin van Buuren and Hardwell’s UNITED WE ARE Tour.
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Creating Media Platforms: They launched a successful radio program, Bigfish Radio, on Magic 89.9 and even their own TV show, Bigfish TV.
They also activated numerous music festivals such as the Exception Music Festival. This multi-pronged approach helped Bigfish earn its reputation as the country’s “premiere” event company. Their flagship event, the Cream Halloween Ball, is now known as the Philippines’ first, biggest, and longest-running annual dance costume party. The event’s popularity has grown massively over the years, from 2,000 attendees in 2001 to 7,500 by 2016. In 2019, Bigfish aimed even higher, targeting a record 20,000 attendees.
For its 2025 celebration, the Cream Halloween Ball is set to take over the Mall of Asia Arena on October 31. This year’s lineup for this Halloween dance party is a perfect mix of global superstars and local talents. Headlining the night are Dutch electronic music powerhouse Dash Berlin, once voted one of the world’s most popular DJs, and British trance maestro Craig Connelly, who had multiple #1 hits and is a regular on major radio shows. They’ll be joined by a fantastic group of prominent local DJs, including the legendary DJ John Paul Lee of Team Big Fish, John Odin, Muk, Nishhh, and Parnassvs.
The combination of international headliners with amazing local DJs promises a night that not only brings world-class performances to Manila but also celebrates the rich and diverse talent within the country’s own nightlife community. Bigfish has consistently cultivated a loyal following by creating more than just a party, but an experience that has become a cultural institution in the Philippines.
Tickets for the Bigfish Cream Halloween Ball are available for purchase online through the SM Tickets website. You can choose from several ticket tiers, including Bleachers for PHP 1,600, and the Dance Floor Presale for PHP 3,200. For a more premium experience, VIP Standing tickets are available for PHP 6,890. If you’re coming with a group, the Barkada Promo 5+1 is a great option for PHP 15,900, but be aware that it’s already 50% sold out.
