The Cordillera Cultural Ensemble and The Ally Artists Group will host the primary Cordillera Gong Pageant in the US on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 2:00–5:30 PM at Manhattan Motion & Arts Heart, 248 West sixtieth Avenue, New York, NY 10023. The family-friendly occasion, really helpful for ages 7 and up, is offered as a part of The Evolution Pageant, produced by The Heart at West Park. The occasion is hosted by the lead artists: Gerry Dupingay, MJ Milo-Payos, Edward Frenzel Yapyapan, Gertrude “Jane” Albin, Joyce Laoagan, Jane Yapyapan, and Jasmin Religion

Timed to coincide with Nationwide Indigenous Peoples Month within the Philippines, Filipino American Historical past Month, and Indigenous Peoples’ Day in the US, the competition will carry collectively Cordilleran, Igorot, Indigenous, First Nations, Aboriginal, and different ethnic-minority communities within the diaspora. By way of efficiency, studying, and participation, the competition will honor ancestral traditions whereas inviting the broader public to expertise the richness of Cordilleran tradition.

This system will characteristic particular performances by Kinding Sindaw, GLOW Conventional Chinese language Troupe, Saung Budaya, IANE, and extra artists and cultural teams. Visitor audio system embrace Hon. Juan Carlos Borromeo, Head of Submit on the Philippine Consulate Basic of New York, and Hon. Steven Raga, New York State Meeting Member for District 30.

The Cordillera Gong Pageant is designed as an annual gathering for the celebration, exhibition, and perpetuation of Cordilleran tradition in the US. Its targets embrace strengthening unity amongst Cordilleran and Igorot organizations; supporting younger folks in studying and carrying ahead cultural practices; presenting Cordilleran music, dance, craft, and heritage to numerous audiences; and fostering creative collaboration throughout Indigenous communities.