Lapu-Lapu Day in Vancouver is on April 27th
Within many urban cities across the world, there are areas that are dedicated to specific cultural communities – Chinatowns, Thai Towns, Filipino Towns and more.
Often within a few block radius is a high concentration of folks of that specific cultural descent, as the result of generations of patterns of migration.
On April 27th 2024, Vancouver B.C.’s Filipino community is being celebrated in the first-ever Lapu-Lapu Day by the City of Vancouver. This proclamation commemorates the historic ties between the Philippines and Canada, celebrating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations.
Lapu-Lapu Day honours the legacy of Datu Lapu-Lapu, a revered figure in Filipino history known for bravery, resilience and the spirit of independence.
To celebrate, Filipino BC and MYX Global are hosting a block party filled with food, performances and other cultural activities on Fraser Street in Vancouver.
Lapu-Lapu Block Party 2024
Date: Saturday, April 27, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Location: John Oliver Secondary, East 41st Ave to East 48th Ave, in the back parking lots West of Fraser Street
See more details here.
The Lapu-Lapu Block Party
Headlining the event are renowned artists such as Juno-nominated Manila Grey, two-time Grammy-nominated John Concepcion, Ruby Ibarra, Jeremy Passion, Gabe Bondoc, and Russell!. Local Filipino talent will also be performing, including Mikey Jose, Jaenna Cali, Kaya Ko, Mar Emanuel, Julie Rae, Nikkaela, Finest Summer, KeeMajore, Kardias Quing and many others. Drag performers including Kimmy Couture and local talents like Margaux Rita, Bongganisa and Pia Little are what the organizers describe as an important reflection of modern expressions of art and identity.
Culture creator and Creative Director for Filipino BC, Joe Tuliao, shares his excitement for the event. “I’m eagerly looking forward to being present at the…
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