October 8, 2023 Cambridge, Massachusetts — The 2nd Annual Filipino American Festival, was held together during the 44th Annual Oktoberfest and HONK! Parade on Sunday, October 8, 2023, in Harvard Square, was a grand success, attracting around 155,000 attendees. The festival was founded by Catherine and Satrick Uy of the Harvard Square Philippine American Alliance (HSPAA) and celebrated the Philippine History Month. The event featured a variety of performances, food, and merchandise from Filipino culture, as well as a colorful parade that started from Davis Square and culminated at Harvard Square .
The parade was led by the first HSPAA Hermana Dr. Dely and Hermano Harry Go, Consul General of the Philippine Consulate General in New York Senen Mangalile, and Madame Fe Mangalile, first Harvard Tagalog Preceptor Lady Aileen Orsal, and various dance groups with colorful costumes .The parade showcased the diversity and richness of Filipino heritage, as well as the solidarity and pride of the Filipino-American community .
The festival also featured headliners Jocelyn Enriquez, Raynn, Rachel Anne Wolfe, along with many talents from all over the country . Jocelyn Enriquez, known as the Queen of Freestyle, performed some of her hits such as “Do You Miss Me” and “A Little Bit of Ecstasy”. Raynn, a rising pop star, sang her viral songs such as “Storm” and “Love on the Brain”. Rachel Anne Wolfe, a singer and actress, dazzled the crowd with her rendition of “Buttercup” . The festival also showcased local talents such as singers, dancers, comedians, poets, and more.
The festival also offered a variety of Filipino food and merchandise vendors.
It’s great to see such a vibrant celebration of Filipino culture in Harvard Square. I hope this event continues to grow and inspire people to learn more about the rich history and heritage of of the Philippines.
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