International Cultural Programs

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝟭𝟲𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝. 𝗥𝗶𝘇! 🎂🇵🇭

In honor of the OG Filipino traveler, writer, and culture advocate, and as we look ahead to Sentro Rizal's 15th Anniversary, 38 Sentro Rizal sites around the world are coming together for one shared cultural moment through 𝘒𝘶𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢 𝘕𝘢 𝘒𝘢𝘺𝘰 𝘋𝘪𝘺𝘢𝘯?: 𝘈 𝘎𝘭𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘭 𝘚𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘰 𝘙𝘪𝘻𝘢𝘭 𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘌𝘹𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 📮

👀 Spotted a postcard yet? Join our postcard hunt for a chance to win exclusive merchandise! 🛍

Here's how:
1️⃣ Spot and save a postcard from any participating Sentros Rizal social media account
2️⃣ Drop it in the NCCA post's comment section.
3️⃣ In the same comment, tell us: How would you answer their "Kumusta na kayo d'yan?" Don't forget to include where you're writing from! 🌏💌

Sentro Rizal, Sentro ng Filipino. Tuloy po kayo!

Filipino culture isn't just something we inherit—it's something we actively keep alive. 🌎✨

At the 2026 Filipino Diaspora Summit, NCCA Chairman Dr. Eric B. Zerrudo reminds us that keeping Filipino culture alive means ensuring that future generations, wherever they may be, continue to know where they come from and who they are.

For Dr. Eric B. Zerrudo, Chairperson of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), preserving Filipino culture is not simply about remembering the past—it is about ensuring that future generations remain connected to their heritage and identity.

He emphasized the importance of creating opportunities for overseas Filipinos to experience, learn, and engage with Philippine culture through programs, cultural exchanges, and heritage initiatives that strengthen their connection to the homeland.

As Filipino communities continue to grow across the globe, cultural preservation remains a shared responsibility in keeping the nation's stories, traditions, and values alive for generations to come.

POV: Your Saturday plans just got upgraded. ✨

We invite you to experience the country’s biggest Filipino-French music festival, Fête de la Musique 2026, with this year’s theme: “For the People, By the People.”

📍 Ayala Triangle Gardens
📅 Saturday, 20 June 2026

Get ready for an electrifying night of music featuring an exciting lineup of Filipino and French artists. From smooth jazz and indie favorites to experimental sounds, world-class performances, and sing-at-the-top-of-your-lungs moments, this night has it all.

🎷 4:45 PM | Jewelmer Jazz Band
🎸 5:30 PM | Nameless Kids
🎼 6:15 PM | Héloïse La Harpe
🇫🇷 7:15 PM | Meule (French Act)
🥁 8:30 PM | Moro Beats
🎤 9:15 PM | Fitterkarma
✨ 10:15 PM | Lola Amour
🔥 11:15 PM | Radioactive Sago Project

Whether you’re discovering new artists or waiting for your favorite set, this is the place to be.

Bring your friends, bring your energy, and celebrate a night made for music lovers.

ADMISSION IS FREE.

See you at Fête! 🇵🇭 🇫🇷

Set sail into the rich history of Southeast Asian boat-building traditions! Come and join us in another session of ASEAN Lectures, presented in collaboration with the UP School of Archaeology through a special edition of Binalot Talks. 🤝

This month, as we celebrate our Independence, let us also look back and learn how the ASEAN region came to be. 🛶

With the topic 2,000 Years of Lashed-Lug Boat Construction in Southeast Asia, resource speaker Dr. Ligaya Lacsina will discuss the archaeological evidence of boatbuilding and the enduring maritime heritage of the region.

The Lecture will be held on 25 June 2026, 2:00PM at the Seminar Room 2, Albert Hall, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City.

🎟️ Admission is completely FREE and open to everyone!
Register via bit.ly/ASEANLecturesJune.

Sentro Rizal joins millions of Filipinos across the globe in celebrating the 128th Anniversary of Philippine Independence.

On June 12, 1898, our ancestors proudly proclaimed our sovereignty to the world. But our true independence is older than any declaration—it is deeply rooted in our ancestral lands, woven into our traditional textiles, and echoed in our indigenous epics. Today, that same unyielding spirit lives on in every corner of the world where the global Filipino diaspora makes its mark.

Our cultural identity is our greatest armor and inheritance. Through the rhythm of our languages, the brilliance of our likha (artistic creations), and the enduring power of bayanihan, we keep the flame of freedom burning bright worldwide. Wherever we gather to remember who we are, the heartbeat of the nation thrives.

Let us carry our heritage with deep pride, protect the memory of our ancestors, and weave a vibrant future together.

Maligayang Araw ng Kalayaan sa bawat Pilipino sa buong mundo! 🇵🇭

A NAME WON BY HISTORY
Our shared 𝘍𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘰 Identity

Today, the map of the Philippines is written across every time zone. In an age shaped by deep migration and global movement, our people have crossed vast oceans to anchor our culture in every corner of the earth. Yet, even as public discourse occasionally turns inward—attempting to dissect the rich, sprawling tapestry of who we are into blood percentages and biological fractions—our living heritage refuses to be confined by numbers.

As we celebrate Independence Day tomorrow, let us all be reminded that being a Filipino was never just about blood. It was a victory - a commitment to a nation.

Our greatness on the world stage is not inherited through a biological formula. It is lived. It is found in our intangible heritage, our unwavering resilience, our artistic soul, and the distinct warmth we carry wherever we anchor ourselves in the world.

Whether born on the soil of the motherland or raised within our vast global diaspora, we are not fragments of a culture. We are the culture bearers of a living legacy—whole, interconnected, and proudly Filipino.

🇵🇭 Maligayang Araw ng Kalayaan mula sa Sentro Rizal!

📚 References:

Constantino, R. (1975). The Philippines: A Past Revisited. Renato Constantino.

Schumacher, J. N. (1997). The Propaganda Movement: 1880-1895. Ateneo de Manila University Press.

Wickberg, E. (1964). The Chinese Mestizo in Philippine History. Journal of Southeast Asian History, 5(1), 62–100.

A meaningful month of history, arts, and cultural pride awaits us this June! From celebrating our national freedom to spotlighting our deep ties with the ASEAN region, here are the key events you shouldn't miss:

📅 12 June 2026 – 128th Anniversary of Philippine Independence 🇵🇭
Together, let us commemorate heroism and witness the ongoing journey toward true freedom and sovereignty. Makiisa sa pagdiriwang ng ating kasarinlan!

Be part of the historic day as we host special cultural activities and artistic expressions uniquely lined up for the occasion at the ASEAN Corner at ARTablado, Robinsons Galleria!

Witness how art unites us not just as a nation, but as a region. 🤝🌏

📅 19 June 2026 – 165th Birth Anniversary of Jose Rizal and "Kumusta Na Kayo Diyan?" Global Postcard Campaign 📜
Let us celebrate the life and enduring legacy of our National Hero Dr. Jose Rizal.

Get ready as Sentro Rizal anticipates 15 years of culture, connection, and colorful stories! Stay tuned as Sentro Rizal sites around the world share with us their answer to “Kumusta na kayo diyan?”—offering snapshots of Filipino life, identity, and community from across the globe. Don’t miss it!

📅 20 June 2026 – Fête de la Musique 🎹
Join the annual global celebration of music! Look forward to diverse performances from local musicians who will bring rhythm and life to our night.

📅 25 June 2026 – ASEAN Lectures on Boat Traditions ⛵
Journey through history and discover the deep cultural connections and ways of life in our region through traditional maritime vessels in Southeast Asia.

📅 28 June 2026 - 15th Anniversary of Sentro Rizal 🇵🇭🎂
15 years of culture, identity, and global connection. Here’s to continuing Dr. Jose Rizal's legacy of bridging Filipino heritage to the world. 🌍

📅 29 June 2026 – ASEAN Spotlight: NCCA, Game KNB? Finals 🏆
Don't miss the exciting culmination of wit and knowledge showcasing the rich arts and culture of ASEAN!

Immerse yourself fully in the celebration of our heritage this month. For full event schedules, exclusive curations, and major announcements, maintain a close eye on the NCCA’s official page and digital platforms. Let’s make this June a beautiful celebration of who we are as Filipinos and as proud members of the ASEAN community.

🍊 HINDI PA MAPA-NOTARYO? Before she was "𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲," she was 𝑹𝒐𝒚𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒚. 👑✨

"Naiinis naman ako 'te kasi parang 'di naman ako pinag-isipan... obvious naman kasi sa 'kin 'te, 𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲."

Para sa mga chronically online: Alam nating lahat na ang kulay prutas na ito ay opisyal na si Sharmaine habang nilalakad pa ang mga papeles niya. ✍️💼

Pero alam niyo ba na bago pa man siya naging viral meme, ang kulay orange ay matagal nang may malalim, seryoso, at prestihiyosong pangalan sa tradisyonal na paghahabi sa Pilipinas?

👉 Swipe left to discover how our ancestors gave "𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲" the ultimate academic and cultural upgrade—from the royal courts of Mindanao to the protective spirit shields of our indigenous communities.

📖 References:

Casino, E. S. (1973). Ethnographic Art of the Philippines. National Museum of the Philippines.

Hamilton, R. W. (1998). From the Rainbow's Varied Hues. UCLA Fowler Museum.

Madale, N. T. (1976). The Sarimanok and the Maranao Art. Mindanao Journal.

Pastor-Roces, M. (1991). Sinaunang Habi: Traditional Philippine Textiles. Nikki Coseteng.

Reyes, L. V. (1992). The Textiles of Southern Philippines. UP Press.

LOOK: Culture, connection, and a beautiful afternoon to remember! ✨📸

Here’s a look back at Living Heritage: Cultural Identity Dialogues held last 29 May 2026 at the ARTablado Gallery in Robinsons Galleria. From inspiring conversations about heritage and identity to the exciting launch of the newest ASEAN Corner destination, it was an afternoon truly filled with community, culture, and collaboration.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, shared their stories, and celebrated the richness of our shared identity. 🌏🤝

Swipe through to see some of our favorite moments! 👇