The 2nd Annual Philippine Independence Day Civic Celebration is a vibrant Filipino-Canadian civic festival celebrating Filipino Heritage Month in Canada and the 128th Philippine Independence Day. Hosted by the Philippine Integrated Community of Kingston Ontario (PIC-KO), the event will take place on June 20, 2026 at Confederation Park in downtown Kingston.
Everyone is welcome to join this free, family-friendly celebration. Last year, the festival welcomed over 2,000 attendees throughout the day, and this year’s event is expected to grow even bigger with 30+ food, cultural, artisan, and community vendors.
Event highlights include:• Himig ng Kalayaan Singing Competition• Kakanin Showdown Filipino Food Competition• Little Miss Philippines Kingston 2026• Live cultural dance and music performances• Filipino food, arts, and artisan vendors• Traditional Filipino games and family-friendly activities• Civic ceremony welcoming local dignitaries and representatives from the Embassy of the Philippines in Canada
The celebration promotes tourism, cultural exchange, community connection, and civic engagement while showcasing the vibrant Filipino culture and its growing contribution to Kingston’s multicultural community.
