A free Filipino festival of culture and cuisine is coming to Surrey next month

A family-friendly Filipino festival is happening in Surrey next month, and you’ll want to bring an appetite.

The Museum of Surrey is hosting its annual Filipino Fest on Saturday, Sept. 6, with live performances, food vendors, children’s activities, and more.

According to the museum, it is an opportunity for guests to reconnect with their roots or learn about Filipino culture for the first time.

 

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“Each year, it is an honour to work with the Filipino community as they celebrate their traditions through performance, food, activities, vendors, and music,” said Lynn Saffery, Museum of Surrey manager, in a release.

“It is such an honour to showcase and celebrate their diverse cultures and heritage.”

This year’s Filipino festival will showcase a thrilling lineup of performers, including singers, poets, dancers, and DJs.

Museum of Surrey

Artists that will take the stage include Glisha, Raffy Swap, The Kuyas, Red Filos, Argel MDR, Eyechos, and Ash Angel.

There will be a marketplace with local vendors and artisans, kids’ activities, live demos and photo opportunities. And visitors can also explore the immersive, all-ages exhibit “Ocean Bound” to learn how actions on land impact ocean health and aquatic life.

Museum of Surrey

Guests are also encouraged to taste the Philippines by visiting the food vendors on site at the Museum of Surrey. Several local Filipino food stalls will be serving up traditional and modern dishes throughout the day.

The lineup of food vendors include:

• Cake It Easy
• Chay’s Delights
• Boodle Filipino Fiesta
• Masarap Desserts
• Dale’s Food Products
• Mr. Siopao De Langley
• Sago Togo

“The Filipino community is grateful to the Museum of Surrey for their remarkable and generous gesture of hosting festivities for us to share and extend to the community at large,” said Narima Dela Cruz, president of Surrey Philippine Independence Day Society (SPIDS), in a statement.

“We look forward to hosting a memorable and enjoyable day for everyone.”

Museum of Surrey

Filipino Fest

When: Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Museum of Surrey – 17710 56a Ave., Surrey
Admission: Free