Independence Day in the Philippines is celebrated every 12 June to mark the country’s declaration of independence from Spanish rule in 1898. It’s a significant day in Filipino history, symbolising the nation’s sovereignty and resilience. On 12 June 1898, General Emilio Aguinaldo proclaimed Philippine independence in Kawit, Cavite, raising the national flag for the first

On 25 May 2025, the verdant expanse of Lister Park, Bradford buzzed with excitement as longtime members of NJr Drum & Lyre Corps reunited with seven enthusiastic new teens from the Yorkshire Filipino Group (YFG), hailing from Leeds. It was a beautiful merging of experience and youth—all convened in open-air rehearsal to prepare for their

Filipinos from Bradford and across Yorkshire proudly came together on 22 May to support the internationally acclaimed Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra at St George’s Hall. The concert was part of the PPO’s groundbreaking nine-city UK tour—its first ever in the country—which will conclude in Scotland later this month. The atmosphere in the hall was electric as

Planning for the upcoming Barrio Fiesta sa Cheshire East kicked off with a vibrant Picnic in the Park at Queens Park, Crewe, hosted by the Cheshire East Filipino Community and led by Mrs Pauline and Mr Garry Tinsley. The day brought the community together with food and laughter in true Filipino spirit. YFG and Creative

Labour Day in the Philippines, locally known as “Araw ng Manggagawa,” is a public holiday commemorated nationwide on 1 May. Initially observed in 1903 through a protest by the Unión Obrera Democrática Filipina in Manila during the American colonial era, it was officially recognised as a holiday in 1908, with the first official commemoration taking

On Monday, 28 April 2025, Gigie Fletcher proudly represented the Yorkshire Filipino Group (YFG) at the “Uganda is open for business – and Bradford is ready to connect!” event, held at the iconic Midland Hotel. The gathering marked a key moment in Bradford’s journey toward City of Culture 2025, bringing together community leaders, business minds,