DAY ONE makes their first day one to remember through their “THIS IS DAY ONE: BUSKING ENCORE + DEBUT” showcase

P-pop group DAY ONE has finally made their most-awaited debut with their “THIS IS DAY ONE: BUSKING ENCORE + DEBUT” showcase held at the SM North EDSA Skydome last October 18, 2026.

This event served as a celebration and culmination of their pre-debut busking series, where they met and performed for fans across Manila, Pangasinan, Quezon City, Las Piñas, Pampanga, Batangas, and more areas.

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The show opened with DAY ONE’s cover of “BMW” by Because, immediately drawing loud cheers from fans eager to see the group take the stage. They followed this with a rendition of “Sa Susunod na Lang” by Skusta Clee, showcasing the members’ smooth vocals.

After their opening performances, the members introduced themselves and greeted the audience, expressing their amazement at the packed venue and gratitude to everyone who had supported them throughout their busking series. “Thank you for supporting DAY ONE even before day one,” leader Thaddeus said.

The group continued to showcase their individual charms through unit performances. Handing out sunflowers to fans, Thaddeus and Nyle performed Daniel Padilla’s “Nasa Iyo Na Ang Lahat,” while Jace and Eleven took the stage for “Best Part” by Daniel Caesar featuring H.E.R.

DAY ONE then had fans swooning with their covers of SB19’s “I Want You” and “Dati” by Sam Concepcion, Tippy Dos Santos, and Quest, which prompted enthusiastic sing-alongs, creating a strong connection between the group and the audience.

The members also demonstrated their versatility with covers of BINI’s “Karera” and XONARA’s “Tabi,” taking on two distinct concepts originally performed by girl groups. Another highlight of the night was their fiery rendition of Robledo Timido’s “Gusto Ko Sakin Ka Lang,” which elicited particularly wild reactions from the crowd.

Between performances, DAY ONE brought fans into the fun through interactive games, including rock-paper-scissors featuring the iconic pot and hammer, as well as a guess-the-song challenge. These offered fans a glimpse of the group’s playful personalities while giving participants the opportunity to win exclusive prizes, including Polaroid photos with the members.

One of the evening’s most meaningful moments came when fans presented a special video project documenting DAY ONE’s pre-debut journey and the supporters who had been part of it. Visibly surprised and deeply touched by the gesture, the members expressed their appreciation for the overwhelming love they had received. Thaddeus and Nyle were even moved to tears.

“Watching this made me realize how much love and support you gave us. It really means the world to us because before this, we didn’t know if there was gonna be one more chance for us,” Wilson said. He also shared that he stayed in the Philippines for DAY ONE.

The emotional moment was followed by another long-awaited announcement: the official name of the group’s fandom. Fans were introduced as DAYLIGHTS, a name that symbolizes their role as the light of DAY ONE.

The excitement reached its peak with the release of the music video for the group’s debut single, “D.O.D.,” followed by its first live performance.

Featuring a youthful, vibrant, and school-inspired concept, “D.O.D.” is driven by a high-energy, upbeat sound complemented by fun and trendy dance moves. Wilson and Jace contributed to the choreography, while all six members took part in writing the lyrics, showcasing their creativity and involvement in their own music.

The group also treated fans to an unreleased song featuring heartfelt lyrics written by the members themselves and dedicated to their supporters. The special performance further highlighted the bond they had built with fans throughout their pre-debut journey.

As the night drew to a close, the members shared their hopes of staying together with their fans until the very end. They reflected on the challenges they had overcome along the way and expressed their gratitude to everyone who had welcomed Nyle as the group’s new member.

During the encore, the members stepped down from the stage to get closer to their fans, turning the final moments of the showcase into a lively and intimate celebration.

Through their “THIS IS DAY ONE: BUSKING ENCORE + DEBUT” showcase, DAY ONE has officially begun a new chapter in their journey, carrying with them the love and support that made their first day possible.