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Filipino Times
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Filipino Times
Philippine Independence Day 2025 in Dubai: What's in store for you?
The Filipino community in the UAE is set to gather for the 127th Philippine Independence Day celebration on June 14, 2025, in Dubai! Visit Zabeel Hall 3 at Dubai World Trade Center from 8 AM to 8 PM for free and witness a full day of cultural showcases, parades, performances, and community activities, organized by the Filipino Social Club – Dubai. Interested in joining the celebration? Here's what's in store for you! Unity Parade One of the highlights of the event is the Unity Parade, bringing together various Filipino organizations across the UAE. The parade will feature a special marching band performance by the Dubai Police, joined by a Filipino drum and lyre corps. Expect a lively and colorful showcase of unity and national pride. Cultural and Talent Showcases A whole day of artistic expression awaits attendees. Signature performances like the Best of Philippine Festivals and the Philippine Chorale Festival will celebrate the country's rich cultural heritage. Competitions such as Fusion Dance competition, Tula at Pinta contest, Modern Balagtasan, and Likha ng Siyensiya will take center stage, showcasing the fusion of tradition, creativity, and innovation. The event will also celebrate the achievements of the Filipino community with the Gawad Pinoy Awards 2025. Pageants and Cosplay with a Filipino Twist Adding color and charm to the event are themed pageants, such as the Munting Ginoo at Binibining Kalayaan, where candidates will strut in barong and Filipiniana outfits and Mr. and Ms. Kalayaan 2025. Featuring local characters and super heroes, they will also have a Pinoy COSPLAY Fiesta for fans of pop culture. Palarong Pinoy and Traditional Games Enjoy a throwback to your childhood with Traditional Larong Pinoy, inviting everyone—young and old—to relive fun Filipino street games that promote teamwork and nostalgia. Exhibits, Booths, and Freebies Galore! Take a stroll through various community and sponsor booths, offering Filipino products, delicacies, services, and community information. Visitors can also enjoy free basic medical check-ups, a relaxing free massage, and don't miss out on the 5,000 pieces of free Melona Ice Cream for early attendees! As the community celebrates the Philippine Independence Day, this gathering serves a reminder of home and the strength of the Filipino community, wherever they are in the world.
Borneo Post
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
Tasik Biru Festival 2025 to celebrate Bau District's 205th anniversary in grand style this May 15
Henry (seated second left) shows the Tasik Biru Festival 2025 pamphlet with Lo (seated left) and others during the press conference. – Photo by Chimon Upon KUCHING (April 23): The highly anticipated Tasik Biru Festival 2025 is set to transform Bau into a vibrant cultural and tourism hotspot from this May 15 to 25, marking a grand celebration of the district's 205th anniversary. Sarawak Deputy Transport Minister and Tasik Biru assemblyman, Dato Henry Harry Jinep, the festival promises 11 days of lively events and community spirit, coinciding with the official launch of the Tasik Biru Resort City, a key milestone for the region's development. 'This event represents more than just a celebration as it marks a turning point for the Bau community. By blending cultural heritage with ambitious, forward-looking development, Bau is being positioned as a key destination in Sarawak's growing tourism and economic landscape. 'The event is expected to attract thousands of visitors, both local and international, showcasing Bau's potential as a vibrant and accessible hub,' he told a press conference at Bangunan Baitulmakmur here today. The festival will kick off on May 15 at 10am with an opening ceremony officiated by Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg at the main stage of the new resort city. Visitors can expect a packed programme including the Jong Regatta, the Bau Sports Carnival, E-sports, traditional cooking contests, talent shows, and the popular Miss and Mrs Tasik Biru pageants. A major highlight will be the Unity Parade on May 24, celebrating Bau's multicultural harmony, followed by the Pedestrian Bridge Lighting Ceremony and Fireworks Show, symbolising a bright, united future. Adding to the festivities is the Gawai Bazaar Bau, open daily from 9am to 11pm, featuring local crafts, food, and nightly cultural performances and live music. 'The bazaar will offer an energetic marketplace packed with local products, traditional Sarawakian crafts, and a variety of local delicacies. In the evenings, the main stage will come alive with cultural performances and live busking, offering entertainment for visitors of all ages,' said Henry. Also present at the press conference were Batu Kitang assemblyman Dato Lo Khere Chiang and other local officials. Bau District Henry Harry Jinep Tasik Biru Festival
