Christmas is one of the highlights for Filipinos around the world. In Australia, the Filipino community embraces the festive season with various celebrations that blend both Filipino and Australian traditions.
From Simbang Gabi (a series of nine dawn Masses) to lively parol-making contests, cultural performances, and Noche Buena feasts, these events bring Filipinos together to share the joy and warmth of the holiday season.
Here are some of the 2024 events happening across Australia.
NSW
- Philippine Christmas PASKO Festival 2024
When: 16 and 17 November 2024 Saturday and Sunday 9 to 8pm
Where: Tumbalong Park Darling Harbour Sydney
Details: Two days of music, food, and fun featuring Filipino actors like Coco Martin, singer Marlisa, and more.
Hosted by Philippine Community Council of NSW
TASMANIA
- Paskuhan Fiesta 2024 sa Tasmania!
When: 30 November 2024 Saturday 10AM - 4PM
Where: Kingsborough Community Hub, 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston
Details: Celebrate the spirit of Christmas showcasing the vibrant Filipino culture, delicious food, talent show and community spirit.
Hosted by The Philippines-Australia Community of Tasmania Inc.
QUEENSLAND
- Filipino Christmas in QLD Pasko 2024
When: 30 November 2024 Saturday 11AM
Where: The Goods Shed Toowoomba, 3 Victoria St., Toowoomba
Details: Karaoke, food, drinks, community booth, parol, and entertainment
Hosted by the Filipino-Australian Business, Industry & Communities Council of QLD Inc.
ACT
- Pasko sa Canberra 2024
When: 1 December 2024 Sunday 10AM-4PM
Where: Philippine Embassy Grounds, 1 Moonah Place Yarralumla Canberra ACT
Details: Food Stalls, Entertainment, Games, Raffles, Christmas Carols, Santa
Hosted by The Filipino Community Council of the ACT Inc. in cooperation with the Embassy of the Philippines
VICTORIA
- The Original Philippine Fiesta
When: 23 & 24 November 2024 Saturday & Sunday 10AM-6PM
Where: Philippine Community Centre, 1 Thomas St Laverton
Details: Filipino food, games, folk dances and entertainment; meet and greet with actress Kim Chiu and singer Jeremy G.
Hosted by Philippine Fiesta of Victoria Incorporated - Pasko sa Geelong 2024
When: 1 December 2024 Sunday 10AM-5PM
Where: FAFAG Clubhouse, 28 The Boulevard Norlane
Details: Parol making workshop, group corals, Filipino folk dances and entertainment, meet and greet with the Philippine Consulate General staff, food, live music and raffles.
Hosted by The Filipino Australian Friendship Association of Geelong Inc
- Pasko sa Melbourne. Joy to the World!
When: 8 December 2024 Sunday 2024 9AM - 4PM
Where: Queen Victoria Market Queen Street, Melbourne
Details: Enjoy all the sights, sounds, and flavours of a traditional Filipino Christmas.
Hosted by the Empowered Australian Multicultural Society, Inc., the Filipino-Australian Student Council of Victoria, Inc. with the support of the Philippine Consulate General in Melbourne
