Philippine Grand Fiesta 2024 to be held in Melbourne to pass on Filipino culture

As part of the commemoration of the 126th anniversary of Philippine Independence Day, the Philippine Grand Fiesta will be held in Melbourne.

As part of the commemoration of the 126th anniversary of Philippine Independence Day, the Philippine Grand Fiesta will be held in Melbourne. Credit: Envato / Alinabuphoto

Key Points

• The Philippine Grand Fiesta will take place at Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne next Sunday, 30 June 2024.
• In addition to Filipino food and traditional performances, there will also be Mrs and Ms Grand Fiesta pageants
• Various Filipino restaurants and organisations, including SBS Filipino, will have booths at the event.
• According to organiser Ed Guevarra, this event aims to introduce cherished Filipino traditions and culture to the next generation.
• Guevarra added that gatherings like these help sustain and keep alive the identity of Filipinos living abroad.