# Event Details - **Event Name**: MABUHAY AMERICA 250: FILIPINO CONTRIBUTIONS, CULTURE & CONNECTIONS - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: GFHL, LLC presents Mabuhay America 250: FILIPINOS CONTRIBUTIONS, CULTURE AND CONNECTION through heritage and joy at NOLA Jazz Museum.About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/5ed19d50-aaee-11f1-8ed1-0da50d238dff-rimg-w740-h740-dc4828a8-gmir.jpg MABUHAY AMERICA 250: FILIPINO CONTRIBUTIONS, CULTURE & CONNECTIONSDate & Time: October 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM (Central Time)Venue: New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Ave**** Starting this weekend YOUR $1=$2 Campaign !! GFhL is grateful for a matching donor. Consider partnering by buying one or a few Kapwa sponsorships or a Kababayan and directly support an artist or college intern!Join us for an exciting celebration of Filipino culture and contributions! The event will be livestreamed by the museum and GFHL, LLC so you can tune in from anywhere IN THE WORLD. Register to get the link to view anywhere in the world!Learn about the hidden history of Asians in America in Louisiana. Celebrate the Filipino Contributions, Culture & Connections.We'll be presenting a panel featuring academics, creators, and more.Experience a powerful intergenerational performance by AniMalayaWorks (Ani-Malaya), the visionary mother-daughter duo uniting Filipinx multidisciplinary artist Anito Gavino and spoken-word powerhouse Malaya Ulan. Weaving traditional Philippine dance, contemporary movement, and spoken-word poetry, their transformative work navigates ancestral heritage, immigration, and anti-colonial resistance.The performance brings together two extraordinary voices:Malaya Ulan: Philadelphia Youth Poet Laureate (2024–25) and TEDxPenn speaker, delivering sharp, resonant poetry that bridges generation, justice, and memory.Anito Gavino: Acclaimed choreographer, dancer, and recipient of prestigious honors including the Leeway Transformation Award, MAP Fund, and National Performance Network grants, with a performance legacy spanning Cleo Parker Robinson Dance, Dallas Black Dance Theatre, and Kun-Yang Lin/DancersCheck out the inspiring art exhibit curated by artist and professor Nasreen Khan. Nasreen Khan is an Indianapolis-based mixed-media artist, educator, and activist whose evocative work explores identity, immigrant motherhood, and cultural heritage. Her impactful community initiatives have earned her an Indy Arts Council Public Art for Neighborhoods grant, a Creative Renewal Arts Fellowship, a 2026 ABC Fellowship with Arts for Learning Indiana, and recognition as a Midwest Arts Writers Fellowship runner-up.PJ Raval is an award-winning queer, first-generation Filipino American filmmaker and cinematographer whose work fearlessly explores identity, community, and social justice. A member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Raval is widely recognized for groundbreaking, intimate documentaries including Call Her Ganda, Before You Know It, and Trinidad. His films have screened at premier festivals worldwide—including Sundance, Tribeca, and SXSW—amplifying marginalized voices and sparking vital dialogue around LGBTQ+ and immigrant experiences. Named one of Filmmaker Magazine’s "25 New Faces of Independent Film," Raval brings uncompromising vision and transformative storytelling to the screen and stage.Also welcome ROSALEE AKI, San Francisco -New Orleans African-American Filipino multidisciplinary creative, artist, poet, teacher, community organizer/engagement.Visit with the original "Balikbayou" and experience the heartbeat of San Francisco’s Latin music scene with legendary master percussionist Jarmon Balberan and the LatiPino All-Stars, who was literally born across from the New Orleans Jazz Museum and learned his love for music from his Manilaman Marigny father, Constancio Balberan. For decades, Jarmon has been a pillar of the SF Bay Area music community. Known for his current work with powerhouse groups like Anthony Blea, Guajiirón, Sofrito, Conjunto Corazón, Salsamigos, Susana y su Orquesta Adelante, and has played with The Escovedos, Santana, Malo, and more. Not only is he a musician, but he and his brother Ray Balberan are also iconic "connectors" of the Filipino and Latino community.Don't miss this vibrant, historical once-in-a-lifetime cultural experience!For all inquiries, including sponsorship opportunities, vendors, and performances, call or text 415-886-7870. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/5eec2a30-aaee-11f1-8ed1-0da50d238dff-rimg-w740-h740-dc482898-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-orleans/mabuhay-america-250-filipino-contributions-culture-and-connections/100001993063244817 - **Event Categories**: art, entertainment, music, literary-art, festivals, theatre, spoken-word, dance, lgbt-pride, storytelling, science-fair - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - Duration: 3 hours - Location: New Orleans Jazz Museum - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 268.61, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New Orleans - **state**: LA - **country**: United States - **location**: New Orleans Jazz Museum - **lat**: 29.9612216 - **long**: -90.05785019999999 - **full address**: New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: MABUHAY AMERICA 250: FILIPINO CONTRIBUTIONS, CULTURE & CONNECTIONS - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/3bfacd186c599c4da3262f297c8b97d483f167e9fb2db6a0107173f6e130eb1d-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcebebe7-gmir.jpg?v=1783357239 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is MABUHAY AMERICA 250: FILIPINO CONTRIBUTIONS, CULTURE & CONNECTIONS being held? - **A:** MABUHAY AMERICA 250: FILIPINO CONTRIBUTIONS, CULTURE & CONNECTIONS takes place on Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sun, 04 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm at New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing MABUHAY AMERICA 250: FILIPINO CONTRIBUTIONS, CULTURE & CONNECTIONS? - **A:** MABUHAY AMERICA 250: FILIPINO CONTRIBUTIONS, CULTURE & CONNECTIONS is organized by Red Gs Rock N Tea, LLC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** MABUHAY AMERICA 250: FILIPINO CONTRIBUTIONS, CULTURE & CONNECTIONS is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New Orleans, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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