Celebrate 40 year of Pagdiriwang Philippine Festival Pagdiriwang Philippine Festival
June 6 – 7 | 11:00am – 7:00pm PT
Seattle Center Armory
FREE
Celebrate history, heritage, and the enduring spirit of the Filipino people at the 40th annual Pagdiriwang Philippine Festival!
This year’s theme “Baliktanaw” translates to ‘a look back’. Join us to witness history come alive through breathtaking performances, captivating exhibitions, and delicious culinary delights.
PERFORMANCES
The festival will take a look back at the development of Kundiman, a form of romance songs, musical groups like the rondalla, and classical and modern music and dance performances by artists including:
- FAAIE Bayanihan Rondalla
- Balakiya
- Vocalists Rigor Coloma, Veronica Bella, Eleanor Thoemke, and Raylene Castillote
- FCS Kalahi Cultural Dance Ensemble
- FACES Dance Group
- Kultura de Filipino Dance Company
- Magsayawan Ketchikan
SPECIAL THIS YEAR
In partnership with Seattle Opera: Soprano Tess Altiveros, baritone José Rubio, and pianist Elisabeth Ellis will perform Singing the Archipelago: Art Song & Opera from the Philippines. June 6, 7:30pm at The Opera Center. FREE with RSVP.
EXHIBITIONS AND WORKSHOPS
Popular art, artifacts, and photography exhibits; traditional Filipino martial arts; biographical and literary exploration of Filipino Americans from Seattle’s Central District and Rainier Valley reading their original works; DIWA Filipino Film Festival short films; and the national hero Rizal workshop commemorating Philippine Independence Day.
FOOD TRUCKS & BOOTHS
Mouth-watering cuisine full of tradition and taste. Enjoy hot and packaged food from Egg Roll Hut, LBee’s Filipino Deli Food Booth, 2 Guys Grill on Wheels, Nana’s Food Bites, and more.
More information: Pagdiriwang Philippine Festival
