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CTV News
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Spanish culture celebrated at Folklorama
Winnipeg Watch CTV's Jon Hendricks is live at the Spanish pavilion for Folklorama, and shares what attendees can experience.
CTV News
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
10 years of Saskatoon's Festival Of India
Watch The 10th annual Festival of India will flood the streets of Saskatoon with joy and celebration this weekend.
BBC News
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Barrio Fiesta: Filipino's celebrate independence day in Belfast
Thousands of people have been celebrating the traditions, heritage and cuisine of the Philippines in Belfast. Barrio Fiesta, which celebrates Filipino independence day, was held at a community centre on the Grosvenor event came at a significant moment for Filipinos living in Northern Ireland, some of whom were caught up in recent disorder in Ballymena following a peaceful protest over an alleged sexual the fear caused by the racially motivated violence, many told BBC News NI how a "positive" event like this is important for their community. Timothy, who lives in Belfast with his wife and son, ran a stall at the said it was very enjoyable day: "Whenever we have these kind of events everyone is just enjoying it, you don't see any negatives, everything is positive.""Usually it is all about food, because a lot of the Filipinos here don't get to have or enjoy the traditional food that we have out in the Philippines.""You can only fully find these foods whenever we have this kind of event."Timothy added it is a great chance to meet people who have also arrived from the Philippines and elsewhere."It's a great chance to have fun, meet new people. Especially the Filipino community in Belfast, you don't really see a lot of them, until you come to an event like this.""It's also a chance to reconnect with our home country." Barrio Fiesta translates to "neighbourhood festival" in Tagalog, a regional language of the Philippines. The event celebrated Filipino heritage, traditions, and was dancing, food stalls and many different Filipino businesses of those attending were looking forward to a performance from the famous Filipino actor and singer Ian Veneracion. Tina Black, manager of the Grosvenor Community Centre, said the event has been happening for just over two decades."When many of the Filipino community started coming to Belfast they were looking for somewhere to play basketball, and for the children to engage.""So we decided to hold big celebrations for them during the year and one of them was independence day." Following the recent disorder in Ballymena and other areas of Northern Ireland she said some Filipinos had been worried about getting to the event. She said: "I was unsettled to know that people who contribute so much, to this place, had any concerns about public transport."Thankfully there was no concern about this venue, as we have such a strong relationship," Tina added. Carol Panday who helped organise the event said it gets bigger every year with approximately 2000 expected to attend. Referring to the violent scenes in Ballymena she said it was "great for us to be here".However, Carol says there is still some fear: "Even my colleagues that came over from London, some of them were asking me if it was safe to travel to Belfast." Recent disorder in Ballymena led some residents to homes displaying stickers outlining the residents' nationalities. Signs which read "Filipino lives here" could be seen on some and homes were attacked and damaged and a number of vehicles were also set on fire in the area. Crystal Gay Galula & Michael Arco operated a coffee stand at the event. "Well this year is our first year, its overwhelming, the amount of people around here, it feels like you are in the Philippines.""It shows they all love Filipino culture, the music, the food, it's great to see this."
RNZ News
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- RNZ News
Matariki at Stonehenge Aotearoa
te ao Maori 10:30 am today Experience the magic of Matariki at Stonehenge Aotearoa, celebrating the appearance of the Pleiades star cluster. Discover the ancient legends and significance of Matariki in Maori and Polynesian traditions, and explore the physical nature of these stars. Bookings essential. Friday June 20, 4:30pm.
BBC News
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
BD: Festival returns to Bradford city centre for 2025 edition
The BD: Festival is set to return to Bradford city centre for its 2025 edition in July. The free two-day event produced by Bradford Council showcases artists, local talent, live music, as well as offering art and craft workshops. The local authority is partnering with Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture for the 25-26 July event, with City Park and Centenary Square hosting performances. "There really is something for everyone at this fabulous event and it's a great chance for us to come together to celebrate art, culture and heritage," said councillor Sarah Ferriby. Tightrope walking act Cie Basinga will headline the first day, with the performance also featuring a live the second day, Zee and the City will see a 13ft (4m) puppet exploring the streets of Bradford, mixing music, storytelling and "awe-inspiring puppetry".Shanaz Gulzar, Bradford 2025 creative director, said: "Now celebrating its 5th year in the district's cultural calendar, our collaboration with Bradford Council on this year's BD:Festival will help to bring more artists than ever before to the city centre."Bradford's free family-friendly spectacular festival of outdoor arts will be one to remember." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
