Category: People and Places

Sasmuan, Pampanga, Philippines — October 14, 2026 — The Council of Filipino Associations in Austria (CFAA) is bringing medical assistance to communities in the Philippines through a medical mission led by CFAA Chairman Elmer Blanco, together with officers and members of CFAA from Austria. On October 14, CFAA conducted its medical mission in Sasmuan, Pampanga, under the leadership of Sasmuan Mayor Catalina Cabrera and with the support of Hon. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, House Representative. The initiative aims to extend medical assistance and care to local communities, reflecting the Filipino community’s…

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Vienna, Austria – A festive afternoon of Filipino food, fun and community spirit is set to bring people together on Monday, October 26, as HCI Healthy Cooking Innovation GmbH hosts a special “Celebrating Austrian National Day Bingo for a Cause & Filipino Merienda Buffet” in Vienna. The event, scheduled to begin at 3:00 p.m., invites participants to celebrate Austria’s National Day while enjoying authentic Filipino comfort food, playing bingo and sharing in the spirit of giving. For a donation of €15 per person, guests will receive one bingo ticket and…

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VIENNA, Austria – On Sunday, October 18, 2026, Catholics around the world will celebrate World Mission Sunday, a special day of prayer, solidarity and support for missionary work. In Austria, this year’s celebration places the spotlight on Ethiopia, with collections from Holy Masses and related activities supporting the missionary projects of Missio Austria. In Vienna’s 21st district, the Parish of Leopoldau will mark the occasion with music and international fellowship. The Sanghimig Choristers, a Filipino choir based in Vienna and led by Debbie Beltran-Tschirch, have been invited to provide the…

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VIENNA, Austria — As the Philippines and Austria celebrate 80 years of diplomatic relations in 2026, a special academic lecture in Vienna offers an opportunity to look beyond modern diplomacy and explore the historical connections between the two countries. Titled “Exploring Early Philippines–Austria Historical Relations,” the lecture will bring together history, culture and scholarship in an event organized by the Philippine Embassy in Vienna, in cooperation with the University of Vienna’s Department of Social and Cultural Anthropology and Austria’s Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs. The online lecture will…

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VIENNA, Austria — October 28, 2026 — The Filipino Visual Artists in Austria (FVAA) will once again bring Filipino creativity and artistic expression to the spotlight with the upcoming FVAA Wasserturm Exhibit, scheduled from October 28 to 31, 2026, at the historic Wasserturm in Favoriten, Vienna. Featuring an open theme, the exhibition will offer artists an opportunity to present their individual artistic visions, styles, and interpretations through visual art. The event will welcome art enthusiasts, members of the Filipino community, and the wider Austrian public to discover the diverse talents…

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VIENNA, Austria — October 8, 2026 — Art, culture and friendship took centre stage at the Vienna International Centre on October 7 as the VIC Club Filipino presented “Ties That Bind: 80 Years of Philippine–Austrian Diplomatic Relations – Art Exhibit 2026.” Held at the VIC Restaurant Exhibition Area of the United Nations in Vienna, the exhibition brought together Filipino and Austrian-connected artists working in different creative disciplines. The event formed part of the year-long celebration of the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Austria. The Vienna International…

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VIENNA, Austria — October 4, 2026. The Filipino Catholic community in Vienna came together in prayer, faith and devotion on Sunday, October 4, for the celebration of the Feast of Our Lady of Manaoag, drawing devotees into a solemn procession, communal prayer and Holy Mass in honor of the beloved Marian image. Organized by the Association of Pangasinenses in Austria in cooperation with the Filipino Catholic Chaplaincy in Vienna, the celebration brought together a large number of Filipino faithful and devotees of Our Lady of Manaoag. A procession of faith…

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BERN, Switzerland – 2 October 2026 – The European Network of Filipino Diaspora (ENFiD) successfully concluded its Annual General Assembly (AGA) held in Bern, Switzerland on 2 October 2026. Hosted by ENFiD-Swiss, the event brought together Filipino diaspora leaders from across Europe to strengthen networks and elect new leadership for the coming term. The ENFiD-Austria delegation made a significant impact at the assembly, represented by Sonia Zerrudo, Nilsa  Fischer, Ana Maria Langer and Evelyn  Ildefonso. In a significant development for ENFiD-Austria, Sonia Zerrudo was elected Internal Auditor for 2027–2028. She…

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VIENNA — The local Filipino community is gearing up for a special evening of connection and cinema. Ligaya Apparel and RAMBAK Austria are proudly presenting “Forgotten Island”, a community get-together and exclusive movie screening taking place on Tuesday, 6th of October, 2026, at Lugner Kino (Gablenzgasse 3, 1150 Wien, accessible via U6 Burggasse). Designed as an opportunity for families, friends, and community members to unite and celebrate Filipino culture, the event highlights growing Filipino representation on the big screen. Event Details at a Glance Organizers encourage attendees to arrive early…

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