Celebrating the Filipino Community in Canada
Kain Tayo Filipino Food Village will bring Filipino Christmas traditions to Toronto on Nov. 14 with the return of Paskuhan Village, a holiday market showcasing local Filipino-owned businesses. The second annual event, taking place at The Parkdale Hall on Queen Street West, will feature Filipino-owned businesses offering traditional Christmas food and locally made products. Kain […]
Bicolanos and devotees of Our Lady of Peñafrancia will gather in Scarborough on Sept. 19 for the annual Peñafrancia Festival, bringing a centuries-old Filipino religious tradition to Lake Ontario. The celebration will begin at Bluffers Park Yacht Club, 7 Brimley Rd., where participants will assemble at 8 a.m. before the fluvial procession begins at 9 […]
Kalamansi took centre stage at STACKT Market in Toronto on Aug. 8 and 9, as Filipino businesses, artists and community members gathered for the second annual Kalamansi Fest. The two-day festival, organized by Kalamansi Collective and Barkada Mrkt, was created to celebrate a fruit organizers say has yet to receive the same attention as other […]
Vaughan Fiesta Extravaganza will return to Vaughan, Ont. on July 11 and 12, bringing two days of Filipino food, entertainment and cultural celebrations, with actress Shaina Magdayao as headliner. The free festival, held at 1441 Clark Ave. West, is expected to bring together thousands of visitors from across the Greater Toronto Area. The annual event […]
If there’s one event you can’t miss this summer in Toronto, it’s the Fun Philippines Toronto Food & Music Festival happening July 4–6, 2025 at the Harbourfront Centre. This year’s festival is a full-on celebration of Filipino pride, complete with sizzling eats, artisanal shopping, and a jam-packed weekend of live music, DJs, comedy, and cultural […]
The Philippines is known for its vibrant festivals that showcase the country’s rich culture, deep-rooted traditions, and strong sense of community. With a festival happening almost every month, these grand celebrations are a mix of religious devotion, historical significance, and pure revelry. Here are the top five festivals in the Philippines, where they are celebrated, […]