The Consulate General of the Philippines in Vancouver, Aberdeen Center (Fairchild group) and Symphony Hill (Symphony Hill Management Inc.) are pleased to announce the launch of ‘Philippine Fest’ which will be held at Aberdeen Center on Sunday November 23 from 1pm to 5pm. Philippine Fest will showcase the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines with delectable Filipino food and delicacies, handi
crafts, gifts, garments, heirlooms and artworks belonging to famed Dimasalang group of artists based in BC; as well as noted Filipino tattoo artists. Makeshift kiosks will be erected around the mall to be adorned by festive Philippine-style Christmas décor. The event will also feature fun activities such as the traditional Filipino “parol” (Christmas lantern) making; and native sports demonstrations for the young and the young at heart. A display of uniquely-Filipino entertainment showcase- cultural dances, modern song and dance performances, “arnis” exhibitions, a mini fashion show, and the launching of Filipino amateur singing competition, “The Next Pinoy Star!”. A game show known as ‘Sweet 16’ will allow participants a chance to win valuable prizes including a $5,000 scholarship form Sprott Shaw; smart phones; phone accessories; free home phones; and many other prizes. There will also be a photo booth for free pictures taken with family & friends amidst choices of festive season’s backdrop. Another entertainment spotlight to be shown would be segments from locally acclaimed song and dance presentation called, “Historama”, a stage re-enactment depicting history of the Philippines. Culminating the day’s celebration is presentation from the Philippines Department of Tourism of Asia’s No 1 beach, Boracay featuring breathtaking, white sand beaches (Voted No. 1 by Travellers Choice Award) and other beautiful tourist attractions in the Philippines.
