Cultural Events & Activities

A kaleidoscope of activities and events pervade the span of the PIA’s five decades

Socio-cultural events like Italian language courses, art exhibitions, bazaars, fashion shows, film showings, cooking demonstrations, dramatic events, and musical presentations such as recitals and concerts performed by distinguished Italian and Filipino personages, have dotted PIA’s history. A precious library houses a collection of books and periodicals on Italian literature, history, art and music and other valuable basic reference materials, and is open to the public.

Through the Association’s recommendations, initiatives have been taken by the Italian Embassy and the Italian Government in the granting of scholarships to Filipino students of music, fine arts, agriculture, book restoration, science, architecture, and economics in the past. Study visits of Filipino painters, artists, and others were also whole-heartedly sponsored. Visits of prominent Italian government officials and business personalities are always encouraged.

October 2024 Events

European Film Festival “Cine Europa”

On October 10, The Philippine Italian Association attended a press conference for the European Film Festival, and the opening of the Italian Film “Diabolik” last October 23.

PIA’s General Manager together with the Italian Ambassador also attended the Vernissage on October 11, which was held at the Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Arts (ILOMOCA)

Italian Week of Contemporary Arts “La vita nell’arte”

The Week of the Italian language - “Italian and the book: The world between the lines.”

The Philippine Italian Association Celebrated the Week of the Italian language at DLSU - Manila last October 16, resource speakers in the event were Leonardo Maggi, and Claudia Del Punta. PIA also participated in a writing contest - “Scrivi Con Me: Un Concorso Di Scrittura” held at UP - Diliman last October 18.

DLSU - Manila

UP - Diliman

September 2024 Events

PIA Visits The Amerigo Vespucci Ship

The Philippine Italian Association went to Manila to witness what was dubbed as the most beautiful ship in the world – The Amerigo Vespucci.

June 2024 Events

Patronato Outreach Batangas

On June 21, the Patronato Manila Team traveled to Batangas to deliver essential pension services to the local OFW community.

May 2024 Events

Patronato Outreach Ilocos

On May 30-31, the Patronato Manila Manager and Operator traveled to Ilocos to offer pension services to the local OFW community.

Cebu Higher Education Fair

The Philippine-Italian Association (PIA) collaborated with partner embassies and cultural organizations to organize a school fair in Cebu on May 11, 2024.

April 2024 Events

PIA Italy Seminar

The Philippine-Italian Association (PIA) kicked off its first year-long seminar series about Italy at De La Salle University on April 3 and at San Beda College Alabang on April 13.

February 2024 Events

University of the Philippines Diliman “Study Abroad Fair”

The UP Diliman Study Abroad Fair 2024 was organized to promote academic opportunities overseas and internationalization-related opportunities to UP students, faculty members, researchers, staff, alumni, and the general public.

Italian Language Courses in Tondo

On February 3, 2024 The Philippine-Italian Association and the Italian Embassy started to teach an Italian course to the Canossian community in Tondo, Manila under Fr. Giovanni Gentilin.

The Philippine-Italian Association (PIA) attended the presscon organized by the Italian Embassy.

October 2023 Events

Italian Film Festival

The Italian Film Festival Manila returned to the Venice Grand Canal Mall for its second edition last October 21, rekindling the spark of witnessing the magic of films in theaters and bringing the splendor of Italy to life once again.

Week of Italian Language in the World

Celebrating the Week of Italian Language in the World at University of the Philippines (Diliman) and De La Salle University (Manila).

European Higher Education Fair (EHEF)

The European Higher Education Fair (EHEF) is an initiative organized by the European Union (EU) Delegation that aims to promote the various European universities among Filipino students.

September 2023 Events

Grand Vespa Days

This annual celebration of the iconic Italian scooter promises to be a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and of course, plenty of Vespa love.

June 2023 Events

Euro Village

The Euro Village showcases the best of EU food, products, lifestyle, tourism, culture, and languages, promoting sustainability and fostering dialogue with a festive touch for a wider Filipino audience.