Mabuhay Festival 2025
The Vocal Groove Collective returns to the heart of downtown Toronto for Mabuhay Philippines Festival 2025 — a vibrant celebration of Filipino culture, music, and community.
Catch us live at 6:00 PM on the Main Stage at Nathan Phillips Square for an electrifying performance of harmonies, movement, and passion. Whether you’re Filipino or a friend of the culture, this is a night you won’t want to miss.
Come early, bring your energy, and celebrate with us — admission is free!
📍 Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1
🗓️ Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
🕕 Showtime: 6:00 PM (ends at 6:20 PM)
🎤 Stage: Main Stage
🎟️ Free Admission
Organizer
The Philippine Independence Day Council (“PIDC”) is a non-profit umbrella organization of hundreds of Filipino-Canadian provincial, regional, professional, cultural and social organizations. PIDC is mainly tasked with the celebration of Philippine Independence Day with numerous activities throughout the year that bring together the third largest minority group in Canada.
PIDC began as a committee whose chair was elected annually by representatives of various Filipino-Canadian associations. To ensure smooth transition and provide continuity in its activities, PIDC was incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1997.
PIDC is also a member of the Canadian Multicultural Council of Asians in Ontario (“CMC”) and Festivals and Events Ontario (“FEO”).
Venue
Nathan Phillips Square is a vibrant, active space in the heart of Toronto. Every year, over 1.8 million visitors attend a variety of community and special events hosted at the Square, such as the Cavalcade of Lights, New Year’s Celebrations, Remembrance Day Celebrations, concerts and more.