12.0 Freedom Fest (Eastern Visayas' Biggest Independence Day Celebration)

The 12.0 Freedom Fest is the ultimate Mountain Takeover! It is a massive, high-energy day-to-night music and lifestyle festival. We are transforming the mountain into a massive playground featuring a powerhouse all-female DJ lineup, the hottest local DJs, unmatched crowd control by the Hype Syndicate MCs, and fierce performances by the Rebel Force Dancers. Add in an epic Pool Foam Party, Interactive Zones, and fully stocked bars, and you have the long-weekend party of the year.

The ultimate Mountain Takeover is happening at La Villa Francisco Mountain Resort on June 12, 2026 (Friday), a Philippine Independence Day long weekend. Gates open early at 1:00 PM, so come through in the afternoon to experience the full day-to-night festival transition!

12 hours of non-stop energy! We kick things off in the afternoon with a wild daytime pool club vibe—dive into the Pool Foam Party, hit the slides, grab food at The Food Village, and level up your aesthetic at the Interactive Zones (Henna, Face Painting, and Photo Booths). As the sun sets, the energy dials up to 100. By nightfall, the Mainstage Pit transforms into a full-blown mountain rave with insane lights, visuals, and heavy bass drops that will keep the crowd moving well past midnight.

Get ready for a massive roster! We are bringing you: 🎧 A powerhouse all-female DJ lineup bringing the mainstage heat: Mia Fernandez • Christine Alcantara • Lovezy • Jennifer Lee • Dara Carmina 🎛️ The finest ocal DJs repping the region and keeping the beats fresh: Jong Garcia (Cebu) • NJR (Cebu) • Nolette (Tacloban) 🎤 The Hype Syndicate (MCs) delivering unmatched crowd control and keeping the energy at a solid 100: MC King John Villa (Ozamis) • AJ Laranas (Leyte) • Ice Rosales (Manila). 🔥 The Rebel Force Dancers (Cebu) bringing fierce, high-energy performances straight to the stage!

We have four distinct festival passes depending on how you want to experience the Mountain Takeover. See tiers on regular prices below: 📌 Gen Ad (₱1,750) — The Heart of the Crowd! Your high-energy ticket to the pure rave vibe. Includes full access to the Open Grounds, Pool Foam Party, Interactive Zones, and the Mainstage Pit. (Includes 1 Free Beer). 📌 VIP (₱2,500) — The Upgraded Experience! (Strictly Limited to 300 Pax) Get the best of both worlds with a premium view. Includes express entry, VIP Standing Area, Restaurant access, and dedicated satellite bars. (Includes 2 Free Beers). 📌 VVIP B (₱3,500) — The "Club Within a Festival!" (Strictly Limited to 100 Pax) Take the party to the next level. Enjoy an elevated 2F inner hall with a dedicated LED wall, plus seamless access to everything downstairs! (Includes 3 Free Beers). 📌 VVIP A (P5,000) — The Ultimate Flex! (Ultra-Exclusive: Only 34 Pax) The absolute highest tier of the festival. You get total all-access to the entire festival grounds, the best 2F stage views, elite bar service, and an ultra-private, bouncer-secured lounge. (Includes 5 Free Beers). Note: All tiers include open access to the epic Pool Foam Party!

NO. All festival entrance passes (Gen Ad, VIP, VVIP B, and VVIP A) are high-energy, free-roaming, standing-room-only tickets designed to keep you moving. However, if you and your squad want to elevate your festival experience — a dedicated space to rest, drink, and enjoy the show — Premium Table Service is available! To secure assured seating and a dedicated home base for your squad, you will need to book a table service package. These premium packages are sold separately and will be officially announced soon.

If you want a dedicated home base, premium service, and a comfortable place to sit, table reservations are highly encouraged! Table packages are sold separately from your individual entrance passes. These premium packages are sold separately and will be officially announced soon!

Ticket upgrades at the venue are strictly subject to availability. Because our premium tiers have hard-capped limits (VIP at 300 pax, VVIP B at 100 pax, and VVIP A at just 34 pax) to ensure an exclusive experience, they will sell out fast. We highly recommend securing your preferred tier online now!

Once your payment is successful, you will receive an official email confirmation containing your unique e-ticket and QR Code. Please make sure to save this QR code on your phone (taking a clear screenshot works perfectly!) because you will need to present it at the Gate for scanning. Once verified, you will receive your official festival wristband and gain entry to the Mountain Takeover!

Yes! Since all ticket tiers include free alcoholic drinks and we have multiple bars on-site, you must bring a valid physical ID to verify your age at the gates and the bar.

Navigating to the Mountain Takeover is easy! You have a few great options to get to the festival grounds: 🚗 Drive & Carpool: Just pin "La Villa Francisco Mountain Resort" on Waze or Google Maps, grab your squad, and start the road trip playlist early! 📱 Grab: Don't want to bring a car? You can easily book a Grab directly to the resort. 🚌 Official Festival Shuttle: We are providing a dedicated shuttle service from Robinsons Abucay to La Villa Francisco (and vice versa)! Shuttles start rolling at 1:00 PM and will be available every hour, making it super convenient to get to the mountain and back home safely.

Dress for a massive mountain and pool party! Swimwear, festival fits, and comfortable footwear are highly recommended. Want to level up your look? Head straight to our Interactive Zones when you arrive for face painting and henna tattoos.

Outside food and beverages are strictly prohibited. Don't worry—we have The Food Village fully stocked with great bites to keep you fueled, plus multiple satellite bars across the grounds to keep your drinks flowing.

Absolutely! The Gen Ad tier gives you total access to the festival's Open Grounds. You can dive into the Pool Foam Party, hit the water slides, snap photos at the Interactive Zones, and jump into the Mainstage Pit!

Yes! The 12.0 Freedom Fest is strictly an 18 and above event. Since this is a massive party with free alcohol inclusions and fully stocked bars across all tiers, you must present a valid physical ID at the gates. No ID, no entry—so don't forget to bring it!

For everyone's safety and to keep the good vibes going, weapons, illegal substances, sharp objects, and outside food/drinks are not allowed. Expect a standard security bag check and pat-down at the gates before you enter the playground.

Your official event wristband is your ultimate access pass! It will be secured on your wrist at the entry gate and must be worn at all times while inside the festival grounds. Tampered, broken, or removed wristbands will be considered void, and you will lose access to your designated zones.

The Mountain Takeover is a rain-or-shine event! Tickets are non-refundable regardless of the weather. A little mountain rain just adds to the epic rave energy, so bring a waterproof pouch for your phone, and get ready to dance!

Absolutely! You can definitely hang out and party with your squad in their designated zone—provided your ticket tier allows access to that area. However, please note that table seating is strictly limited to the official headcount included in their table package. While there is no assured seating for extra guests joining the table, what we do offer is the incredible vibe, energy, and premium experience of that specific section! Just remember: to join them, your individual ticket must grant you entry to their zone (for example, if their table is in the VVIP B area, you must hold a VVIP B or VVIP A pass to enter that hall).

Your safety is our absolute top priority! We want everyone to have an epic and worry-free experience at the Mountain Takeover. To ensure a safe environment, we will have ample security personnel, crowd control teams, and on-site medical responders deployed throughout the entire festival grounds. Just focus on the music, the foam, and the vibe—we have got the rest covered!