London - On 23 May 2026, JhermiNATION Events, Filipino Market Events London, and Filipino Thrive UK marked the third year of the Filipino Spring Fair: " Kantahan, Kainan, Kultura" which celebrates Filipino culture, community, and entrepreneurship. The fair was held at St. John's Church in Nottinghill, London. The annual event is fuelled by the curators' passion and purpose to bring communities together, support local Filipino businesses, celebrate culture, and promote Filip

The Philippine Embassy in Ireland marks the 128th Philippine Independence Day - and reminds a community it was never forgotten I did not expect to feel emotional walking into the Herbert Park Hotel on the afternoon of 9 June 2026. But the moment I stepped into that room, something caught in my chest and stayed there for the rest of the afternoon. Let me share this with you….for over thirteen years, I led the International Charity Bazaar, the official charity of the resident e

Photo credits: Rafa Rafa England - The Filbrits Community of Dorset officers and members curated a very successful Barrio Fiesta in Bournemouth on 6 June 2026 in King's Park, Bournemouth, England. The spectacular and unforgettable Filipino cultural celebration was full of fun, entertainment, food, and cultural heritage. The main acts of the fiesta's show were Inday Garutay, a timeless stand-up comedian, and Charlie Green, a successful singer, delivered their performances wi

How FiMuS changed what Philippine Independence Day looks like in Ireland — for good There is a particular kind of pride that fills a room when a community realises — perhaps for the first time, perhaps all over again — that it is truly seen. Not performed for. Not showcased. Seen. It happened on the afternoon of Thursday, last where culture is most powerful when it is genuinely shared. The result was Isang Pagdiriwang — A Philippine Celebration. And it was only the beginning.