A VIBRANT FILIPINO NEIGHBORHOOD CRAWL IN SOMA PILIPINAS

We are so excited to bring back UNDISCOVERED SF for ONE big festival in October for Filipino American History Month this year with another amazing CULTURE CRAWL!

We are planning a multi-venue SOMA Pilipinas cultural district festival where attendees will walk the commercial corridor and visit local businesses & cultural hubs to shop, eat, and support artists, creatives, and small businesses.

What’s Happening At Kapwa Gardens

Performers

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Food

Retail

About UNDISCOVERED SF

UNDISCOVERED SF is a non-profit venture designed to jump-start economic activity and public awareness of SOMA Pilipinas. UNDISCOVERED SF is part of a multi-prong strategy to build a thriving new commercial corridor in the SOMA Pilipinas cultural district by 2020. We envision incubating a batch of innovative retail concepts, award-winning restaurants, and neighborhood serving businesses that are culturally relevant, financially resilient, and adaptable to the market needs of all San Franciscans.

UNDISCOVERED SF is produced & conceived by Kultivate Labs, a non-profit business accelerator, and Make it Mariko, SF event producer. We believe that entrepreneurship is one of many ways to build wealth in local communities. By creating new economic opportunities and closing the income inequality gap in San Francisco, we hope to stem the displacement of our low and middle income residents.

Follow UNDISCOVERED SF on Social Media!

IG: @undiscoveredsf

Facebook.com/undiscoveredsf

YouTube: Undiscovered SF

Website: www.undiscoveredsf.com

Your Favorite Ube Festival is Back Fall 2024!

Yum Yams celebrates all things Ube. Ube is a Filipino Sweet yam that is taking over the world of desserts. It’s unique flavor and striking deep purple color ignites excitement in the food world. Ube is flexible and can be used as a flavoring ingredient or a food color.

A Celebration of All Things Ube

Ube is a signature component of Filipino culture. Ube is a purple yam that has become a beloved ingredient in Filipino culinary culture. Its vibrant color and sweet flavor make it a popular ingredient in desserts, such as cakes, pastries, and ice cream. Its significance in Filipino cuisine reflects the country's rich agricultural heritage and diverse culinary traditions.

Yum Yams has grown from 1 sell-out event at Kapwa Gardens, to a full on food festival crawl with multiple areas encompassing over 25 vendors.

NEW VENUE FOR 2024

Join us at Trellis where you can find more ubelicious treats and local small businesses to support. We have double the vendors this year and can’t wait for you to meet them soon!

Tickets

Tickets for Yum Yams are FREE but we are accepting sliding scale donations. Your donations will help us continue to host our future events and keep our garden growing.

Vendors & Entertainment

Kapwa Gardens

Trellis

Community Organizations

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Activities

Night of Community Palestine Benefit Concert by Artist for Resistance

Support the Immigration Justice Project

as they raise funds for Palestine

See the line up HERE!

Come one, Come all to The 2024 Riot Party: Not our first Rodeo!

Get ready to celebrate with us and commemorate the Compton Cafeteria Riots of 1966 with your cowboy hat and boots at Kapwa Gardens on Sat Aug 24, 2024.

Join us for a wild time filled with music by DJ Dreams, dancing, rodeo games, and good vibes. This ain't our first rodeo, so you know we're going to bring the heat. There will be free food available for attendees, beverages for purchase(alcoholic and non-alcoholic), merch, live performances from local entertainers, and a special guest drag performance from Houstons' own 2024 entertainer of the year, Miss Queen Chevelle Brooks!

So grab your friends and come ready to party like there's no tomorrow because this is something you're not going to want to miss. 1st show starts at 1 pm. Let's make some unforgettable memories together!

Join us and let’s celebrate Philippine independence & Pride month! Hosted at the vibrant Kapwa Gardens and The George, we are so excited to bring a marketplace filled with immersive experiences, live performances, and a showcase of local talent.

• Live Music & Performances: Enjoy a diverse lineup of artists and performers, bringing you the best of local and international music, dance, and entertainment.

• Food & Drinks: Savor delicious food and beverages from an array of local vendors, offering everything from gourmet bites to refreshing drinks.

• Local Vendors: Discover unique, handcrafted goods and support local businesses at our vibrant marketplace. It’s the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind treasures.

Tickets

Tickets for the market @ Be Free Festival are FREE but we are accepting sliding scale donations. Your donations will help us continue to host our future events and keep our garden growing.

Performers

12:00 PM - Program Starts

12:30 PM - Don Miralles, Multidisciplinary Artist, Singer Songwriter and Creative Director, San Francisco, CA.

1:00 PM - Gabriela South, Indie folk-pop identity of Filipino songwriter Jolo Merilleno

1:30 PM - John Fedellaga,

2:00 PM - Kulintang Dialect

2:30 PM - Jazzy, Jazzy is a multifaceted artist, open-format DJ, and a founding member of LADIES 1st DJ CLUB.

3:30 PM - Mabuhay Gardens , an interdisciplinary Experimental-Pop band, bloomed in 2015 as a solo project by Solitaire M. on Soundcloud, later joined by Mike S. in 2023.

4:00 PM - Chi Chi Kango, The fabulous and effervescent Chi-Chi Kago is the resident Broadway diva of the Rice Rockettes, San Francisco’s premier Asian & Pacific Islander Drag Queen Troupe, who have been terrorizing the Bay Area for the last 15 years!

4:30 PM - NA$TALIE, Filipina Bay Area native NA$TALIE (Krista Natalie) is making waves in the open format DJ scene, with a deep passion for house, hip-hop/R&B and the occasional OPM banger.

Community Organizations

Vendors

Kapwa Gardens

The George

ABOUT BE FREE FESTIVAL

This is an annual event celebrating Filipino Creativity & Liberation. SOMA Pilipinas' lively atmosphere makes this a great opportunity for the Filipino community and their friends to celebrate their culture and heritage. You'll get the chance to explore the SOMA Pilipinas district and experience the rich and diverse culture of the Filipinos during this crawl.

🇵🇭 Come join us in commemorating the 10th year passage of the Filipino Language Ordinance!

In 2014, the SF Board of Supervisors passed the Filipino Language Ordinance acknowledging Filipino as the 3rd language in San Francisco.

In partnership with @somcan.sf , @somapilipinas Filipino Cultural Heritage District, @bayareabasketballassociation and Fili-Taste.

With LIVE performances by Aventus / Rhyme And Peace/ Fleerbox/ Aural Anthem / Exakto / Doble Bara and our special guest Dello!

Get Lit! Step into the ultimate 420 vibe as we blend the raw essence of cannabis culture with the rich flavors of Filipino heritage. This ain't just another gathering; it's a deep dive into an outdoor paradise, cloaked in the mystery and signature 'purple haze' ambiance.

Sponsored By

Gear up for a culinary trip with Filipino gems that hit different, mixing the sweet, the savory, and the straight-up exotic. Dig into dishes drenched in ube goodness and more, taking your taste buds on a ride they won't forget.

Elevate your experience with:

✨ Wellness vibes transforming your energy with Reiki and Sound Healing sessions

🍸 Slick 0 proof herbal drinks pouring up at our herbal bar for those keeping it clear

🌿 Deep dives into alternative medicine with workshops that'll open your mind to new wellness paths

🎶 Live beats dropping the soundtrack to 420, with grooves and flows to keep you moving

Immerse yourself in a space where street culture clashes with holistic healing, all in the spirit of 420. Slide through to our fest for more than just a party — it's a vibe.

Tickets

Tickets to attend Baked is FREE for the general public however we are accepting sliding scale donations. Your donations will help us continue to host our future events and keep our garden growing. This event is 21+ only.

Check-in to Baked and get a Buy 1, Get 50% off the 2nd Promo Discount at Barbary Coast (across the street)!

CBD Gentle Yoga and Sound Bath with Jasmin |11am - 12pm

Immerse yourself in a serene sanctuary to nurture your body, mind, and spirit. Join @malayabotanicals and @healing.soulution for a relaxing and rejuvenating CBD sound bath and yoga experience as Jasmin holds space for you to bloom in faith.

In moments of life's challenges, finding solace and moving forward can feel daunting, leaving us feeling stuck. In this experience, we harness the healing power of sound meditation, yoga, and CBD to guide you towards a sense of peace, empowerment, and faith. Through gentle movement, calming soundscapes, and the soothing effects of CBD, you'll emerge with a renewed sense of clarity, resilience, and inner strength.

Featured Sponsors

Wellness Practitioners

Vendors

Performers

Slots for event and in-kind sponsors are still available!
Email hoy@kultivatelabs.org for more information

Celebrate the spirit of Easter at Kapwa Gardens!

Celebrate a funky family-friendly Easter egg hunt at Kapwa Gardens! Expect a petting zoo, activities for the young and young at heart among the vibrancy of our urban garden oasis.

Dye Hard provides a chance for families and community members to to enjoy the beauty of Kapwa Gardens.

Donning your best tie dye or psychedelic threads is encouraged!

Event Registration

Tickets for Dye Hard are FREE but we are accepting sliding scale donations. Your donations will help us continue to host our future events and keep our garden growing.

We invite you and your loved ones to connect with nature, meet our friendly animals, and create lasting memories. While we strive to keep this enriching experience accessible to all, we kindly suggest a donation of $5 per participant. Thank you for your contribution and for being part of our community!

Tickets Are Available At The Door!

Free admission - Donations encouraged

Petting Zoo admission $5

Visit The Check-In Stand At Kapwa Gardens

Activities

Check Out Our 2023 Recap Video To See What’s In Store!

Vendors

Support Us

Support us by purchasing items from our Amazon wishlist, making in-kind donations, contributing monetarily, or volunteering at the event. Your help ensures a successful, vibrant community event accessible to all.

Halo-Halo Holidays: A festive Filipino Holiday Crawl in SOMA pilipinas

We’re coming home for the holidays with this unique, socially-distanced indoor / outdoor holiday cultural experience in the heart of SOMA Pilipinas. Join us this Christmas season as we enjoy family-friendly activities, food trucks, and some of your favorite local retailers, merchants, and artists at Kapwa Gardens.

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About The Halo Halo Holidays Crawl

When: Saturday, December 9 from 11a-4p

Where:

1. Parol Lantern Festival @ Yerba Buena Center For The Arts

2. Toy Drive and DJ Party @ Executive Order

3. Holiday Market @ Sentro Filipino: San Francisco Filipino Cultural Center

4. Balay Kreative Open Studios

5. Republika Holiday Store Pop-up @ The Metreon

Holiday Makers Market

🎉 Get ready to dive into the wonder of the holidays with our fantastic news: a magical makers market in collaboration with the wonderful AKASSA! 🎁✨ Brace yourself for an explosion of festive vibes, setting this market apart from the rest – it’s a holiday extravaganza like no other! 🎄🌟 We can hardly contain our excitement to revel in the joy of the season together with all of you! Let's make merry, find unique treasures, and spread holiday cheer in the most delightful way possible! 🎅🤶✨

About AKASSA Makers Markets:

Our makers markets feature creators who identify as AAPI-owned or women-owned small businesses. It's our mission to amplify the work of our community by creating space and driving demand to help these types of small businesses grow.

Every AKASSA Makers market is more than just a shopping experience. It's a chance for makers to connect with each other and be motivated to continue pursuing their creative passions. Our markets also celebrate the colorful diversity of our cultures while raising awareness and funds for charitable organizations that support the local AAPI community.

To learn more CLICK HERE

Want to vend at this event CLICK HERE

ALL COMMUNITY DAYS HAVE BEEN CANCELED DUE TO RAIN. PLEASE JOIN US ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 FOR OUR CELEBRATION~

“Ancestor Altars” will now be open at a new venue, Sentro Filipino. Join us on November 4 where families can gather, share stories of their loved ones and enjoy the day together.

COVID Policy

We are a community committed to the health and welfare of our members. In order to ensure the safety of our community, we have established covid policies below. Wearing masks is not mandatory but are highly encouraged. As Fall/Winter is here and COVID-19 cases rise, we highly encourage guests to wear masks to decrease the spread of Covid-19. Also, event guests and staff must not be sick, must not have been exposed to someone that tested positive for COVID19 or must not have tested positive themselves in the past five days. We ask that all guests stay home if they have been possibly exposed to someone that tested positive for COVID19 or wake up feeling symptomatic.

About Ancestor Altars

Filipinx culture heals by honoring ancestors in a festival called “Undas” (also known as “Araw ng mga Patay” which translates to Day of the Dead in Tagalog) or All Souls Day.  

Undas is a holiday honoring the dead widely celebrated in the Philippines. Filipinx families traditionally hold gatherings around the graves of their departed loved ones and lay out flowers and candles. In between prayers, there’s sharing of stories about the deceased, and some families will even bring their magic mic and a small tv for some karaoke/videoke sessions after the prayers. Undas is a public acknowledgment and an opportunity to praise those that came before and those that have transitioned on. 

“Ancestor Altars” at Kapwa Gardens, will be a healing space for the San Francisco Filipinx, BIPOC & SOMA community to grieve for the many loved ones and ancestors that have transitioned on. This project brings the opportunity to heal through art and community with the intention to celebrate our ancestors, absorb the lessons and stories we learned from them, and open channels to receive any messages and wisdom with love and respect.

Presented by The Rooted School
& Kapwa Gardens
Funded by MoHCD

Filipino Martial Arts(FMA) is making a comeback at Kapwa Gardens. In 2022 Kapwa Gadens presented a weekly Filipino martial arts class series. From the different styles of Eskrima to Kali, Filipinos have been deeply immersed in various fighting styles for decades. Attendees got to learn to learn the basics of Filipino martial arts in an inclusive and safe space. 

In 2023, Many Styles is back with a new monthly format! Each event will start with beginner classes interwoven with demonstrations. Then at the end of day, sparring sessions hosted by the Sabong Federation.

The event will also feature pre-colonial dance performances, kulintang, vendors, and other FMA adjacent cultural activities. Each month will also feature new styles of FMA.

Instructors

Vendors

Sparring Sessions

Hosted and led by the Sabong Federation’s Joselito Sering. The last 2 hours of Many Styles is dedicated for FMA sparring and fencing. Equipped with padded swords and safety gear, intermediate and expert level participants engaged in a controlled and dynamic exchange. Demonstrating their mastery of striking, blocking, and footwork, they showcased the effectiveness of Eskrima, Arnis, and Kalis. 

*Registration is required and all participants are screened and must agree to our code of conduct and liability wavier

Tickets

Tickets for the Many Styles are FREE but we are accepting sliding scale donations. Your donations will help us continue to host our future events and keep our garden growing.

Interested in taking class? Please register down below and fill out the participation form.

The Art Build / Community Discussion around APEC will consist of various Bay Area artists involved with the prop-making for the mobilization, some orgs tabling with light refreshments, guest speakers with more info around the harmful APEC impacts around our SOMA neighborhood, and a few local artists. 

A VIBRANT FILIPINO BLOCK PARTY IN SOMA PILIPINAS

UNDISCOVERED Block Party is a curated collection of emerging artists and merchants to celebrate San Francisco's Filipino cultural district - SOMA Pilipinas! We’re stoked to be one of the participating venues for the block party. Enjoy local artisans, food vendors, art, and live music/dance performances.

What’s Happening At Kapwa Gardens

Performers

Vendors

About UNDISCOVERED SF

UNDISCOVERED SF is a non-profit venture designed to jump-start economic activity and public awareness of SOMA Pilipinas. UNDISCOVERED SF is part of a multi-prong strategy to build a thriving new commercial corridor in the SOMA Pilipinas cultural district by 2020. We envision incubating a batch of innovative retail concepts, award-winning restaurants, and neighborhood serving businesses that are culturally relevant, financially resilient, and adaptable to the market needs of all San Franciscans.

UNDISCOVERED SF is produced & conceived by Kultivate Labs, a non-profit business accelerator, and Make it Mariko, SF event producer. We believe that entrepreneurship is one of many ways to build wealth in local communities. By creating new economic opportunities and closing the income inequality gap in San Francisco, we hope to stem the displacement of our low and middle income residents.

Follow UNDISCOVERED SF on Social Media!

IG: @undiscoveredsf

Facebook.com/undiscoveredsf

YouTube: Undiscovered SF

Website: www.undiscoveredsf.com

Presented by The Rooted School
& Kapwa Gardens
Funded by MoHCD

Filipino Martial Arts(FMA) is making a comeback at Kapwa Gardens. In 2022 Kapwa Gadens presented a weekly Filipino martial arts class series. From the different styles of Eskrima to Kali, Filipinos have been deeply immersed in various fighting styles for decades. Attendees got to learn to learn the basics of Filipino martial arts in an inclusive and safe space. 

In 2023, Many Styles is back with a new monthly format! Each event will start with beginner classes interwoven with demonstrations. Then at the end of day, sparring sessions hosted by the Sabong Federation.

The event will also feature pre-colonial dance performances, kulintang, vendors, and other FMA adjacent cultural activities. Each month will also feature new styles of FMA.

Instructors

Vendors

Sparring Sessions

Hosted and led by the Sabong Federation’s Joselito Sering. The last 2 hours of Many Styles is dedicated for FMA sparring and fencing. Equipped with padded swords and safety gear, intermediate and expert level participants engaged in a controlled and dynamic exchange. Demonstrating their mastery of striking, blocking, and footwork, they showcased the effectiveness of Eskrima, Arnis, and Kalis. 

*Registration is required and all participants are screened and must agree to our code of conduct and liability wavier

Tickets

Tickets for the Many Styles are FREE but we are accepting sliding scale donations. Your donations will help us continue to host our future events and keep our garden growing.

Interested in taking class? Please register down below and fill out the participation form.

🥳 Join us for our 2023 gala to celebrate our work together and to honor our community and labor partners. 💙 ❤️ 💙

Enjoy live music by AntiFaSon, a delicious dinner and drinks!

A VIBRANT FILIPINO BLOCK PARTY IN SOMA PILIPINAS

UNDISCOVERED Block Party is a curated collection of emerging artists and merchants to celebrate San Francisco's Filipino cultural district - SOMA Pilipinas! We’re stoked to be one of the participating venues for the block party. Enjoy local artisans, food vendors, art, and live music/dance performances.

What’s Happening At Kapwa Gardens

Performers

Vendors

Retail

Food

About UNDISCOVERED SF

UNDISCOVERED SF is a non-profit venture designed to jump-start economic activity and public awareness of SOMA Pilipinas. UNDISCOVERED SF is part of a multi-prong strategy to build a thriving new commercial corridor in the SOMA Pilipinas cultural district by 2020. We envision incubating a batch of innovative retail concepts, award-winning restaurants, and neighborhood serving businesses that are culturally relevant, financially resilient, and adaptable to the market needs of all San Franciscans.

UNDISCOVERED SF is produced & conceived by Kultivate Labs, a non-profit business accelerator, and Make it Mariko, SF event producer. We believe that entrepreneurship is one of many ways to build wealth in local communities. By creating new economic opportunities and closing the income inequality gap in San Francisco, we hope to stem the displacement of our low and middle income residents.

Follow UNDISCOVERED SF on Social Media!

IG: @undiscoveredsf

Facebook.com/undiscoveredsf

YouTube: Undiscovered SF

Website: www.undiscoveredsf.com

Calling our community! Artists, gardeners, learners, and handy people!

Join us on September 8th in helping repair the garden! We need folks who want to help with:

🎨 Painting
🛠 Repairing
🪴 Plant care
🔨 Maintenance

The Riot Party is an annual event hosted by The Transgender District to bring awareness to trans rights and commemoration of the Compton Cafeteria Riots of 1966. This year’s theme is “Garden Party”! So come join us for a fabulous day of fun and entertainment.

Get ready to sip on delicious drinks, savor mouthwatering free food provided by Sarap Shop and Little Skillet, and experience the jaw-dropping performance brought to you by our talented local drag queens and kings.

A day party filled with laughter, dance, and pure joy. We will also be doing a giveaway of designer bags, Sephora products, and much more.

Presented by The Rooted School
& Kapwa Gardens
Funded by MoHCD

Filipino Martial Arts(FMA) is making a comeback at Kapwa Gardens. In 2022 Kapwa Gadens presented a weekly Filipino martial arts class series. From the different styles of Eskrima to Kali, Filipinos have been deeply immersed in various fighting styles for decades. Attendees got to learn to learn the basics of Filipino martial arts in an inclusive and safe space. 

In 2023, Many Styles is back with a new monthly format! Each event will start with beginner classes interwoven with demonstrations. Then at the end of day, sparring sessions hosted by the Sabong Federation.

The event will also feature pre-colonial dance performances, kulintang, vendors, and other FMA adjacent cultural activities. Each month will also feature new styles of FMA.

Instructors

Vendors

Sparring Sessions

Hosted and led by the Sabong Federation’s Joselito Sering. The last 2 hours of Many Styles is dedicated for FMA sparring and fencing. Equipped with padded swords and safety gear, intermediate and expert level participants engaged in a controlled and dynamic exchange. Demonstrating their mastery of striking, blocking, and footwork, they showcased the effectiveness of Eskrima, Arnis, and Kalis. 

*Registration is required and all participants are screened and must agree to our code of conduct and liability wavier

Tickets

Tickets for the Many Styles are FREE but we are accepting sliding scale donations. Your donations will help us continue to host our future events and keep our garden growing.

Interested in taking class? Please register down below and fill out the participation form.

A VIBRANT FILIPINO BLOCK PARTY IN SOMA PILIPINAS

UNDISCOVERED Block Party is a curated collection of emerging artists and merchants to celebrate San Francisco's Filipino cultural district - SOMA Pilipinas! We’re stoked to be one of the participating venues for the block party. Enjoy local artisans, food vendors, art, and live music/dance performances.

What’s Happening At Kapwa Gardens

Performers

Vendors

Retail

Food

About UNDISCOVERED SF

UNDISCOVERED SF is a non-profit venture designed to jump-start economic activity and public awareness of SOMA Pilipinas. UNDISCOVERED SF is part of a multi-prong strategy to build a thriving new commercial corridor in the SOMA Pilipinas cultural district by 2020. We envision incubating a batch of innovative retail concepts, award-winning restaurants, and neighborhood serving businesses that are culturally relevant, financially resilient, and adaptable to the market needs of all San Franciscans.

UNDISCOVERED SF is produced & conceived by Kultivate Labs, a non-profit business accelerator, and Make it Mariko, SF event producer. We believe that entrepreneurship is one of many ways to build wealth in local communities. By creating new economic opportunities and closing the income inequality gap in San Francisco, we hope to stem the displacement of our low and middle income residents.

Follow UNDISCOVERED SF on Social Media!

IG: @undiscoveredsf

Facebook.com/undiscoveredsf

YouTube: Undiscovered SF

Website: www.undiscoveredsf.com

Kultivate Labs and KOHO present
Lavender Cinema Lounge:
KŪKULU, Protecting our Sacred Lands and Empowering Our Next Generations

An Evening with Activist Pua Case, Mauna Kea Education
and Awareness and Run4Salmon

Kumu Pua Case and the Flores-Case ‘Ohana have been part of the re-awakening of a movement of native Hawaiians and indigenous land protectors around the globe to connect, and give purpose and pride to their indigenous roots and the sacred places of their people. Kumu Pua Case and members of Mauna Kea Education and Awareness and the Run4Salmon Prayer journey will be present to chant and speak to how protecting Mauna Kea, the tallest mountain from the sea floor  and supporting the protection of other sacred places, has spurred a global activation and collective voice of multiple generations to stand in respect, reverence and indigenous wisdom to protect their lands, waters, and life ways. 

The evening of indigenous wisdom will include a traveling art exhibition from Hawai’i Island - Kūkulu, The Pillars of Mauna ā Wākea, and two films; Beyond Recognition, and Standing Above the Clouds.

About Kūkulu

Kūkulu - The Pillars of Mauna ā Wākea is a traveling exhibition featuring: Art, Merchandise, and Messages of the Mauna Kea Movement. Kūkulu serves as a platform to teach, to share and to inspire the community to stand as pillars for this sacred mountain through visual arts, workshops, presentations, events, and gatherings.

Mauna Kea Education and Awareness has committed to a community vision of creating an unique, interactive, traveling art exhibit Kūkulu; to be a pillar to set the tone and the vibration that is encompassed in the Hawaiian values, and the ʻIke Kupuna or ancestral teachings, that will inspire while educate.

About The Films

After decades struggling to protect her ancestors’ burial places, now engulfed by San Francisco’s sprawl, a Native woman from a non-federally recognized Ohlone tribe and her allies occupy a sacred site to prevent its desecration. When this life-altering event fails to stop the development, they vow to follow a new path- to establish the first women-led urban Indigenous land trust. BEYOND RECOGNITION explores the quest to preserve one’s culture and homeland in a society bent on erasing them.

When the world's largest telescope is set to be built on their sacred mountain, Mauna Kea, three Native Hawaiian families dedicate their lives to defending it. Through the lens of mothers and daughters, Standing Above the Clouds explores intergenerational healing and the social and emotional labor of retaining ancient ceremonies while putting your body on the line to protect a sacred mountain.

Meet The Film Makers

Vendors

Tickets

Tickets for Lavender Cinema Lounge are FREE but we are accepting sliding scale donations. Your donations will help us continue to host our future events and keep our garden growing.

In partnership with

Presented by The Rooted School
& Kapwa Gardens
Funded by MoHCD

Filipino Martial Arts(FMA) is making a comeback at Kapwa Gardens. In 2022 Kapwa Gadens presented a weekly Filipino martial arts class series. From the different styles of Eskrima to Kali, Filipinos have been deeply immersed in various fighting styles for decades. Attendees got to learn to learn the basics of Filipino martial arts in an inclusive and safe space. 

In 2023, Many Styles is back with a new monthly format! Each event will start with beginner classes interwoven with demonstrations. Then at the end of day, sparring sessions hosted by the Sabong Federation.

The event will also feature pre-colonial dance performances, kulintang, vendors, and other FMA adjacent cultural activities. Each month will also feature new styles of FMA.

Instructors

Vendors

Sparring Sessions

Hosted by the Sabong Federation, the last 2 hours of Many Styles is  dedicated for FMA sparing and fencing. Equipped with padded swords and safety gear, intermediate and expert level participants engaged in a controlled and dynamic exchange. Demonstrating their mastery of striking, blocking, and footwork, they showcased the effectiveness of Eskrima, Arnis, and Kali. 

* Registration is required and all participants are screened and must agree to our code of conduct and liability wavier

Tickets

Tickets for the Many Styles are FREE but we are accepting sliding scale donations. Your donations will help us continue to host our future events and keep our garden growing.

Interested in taking class? Please register down below and fill out the participation form.

Kultivate Labs and FACINE present
Lavender Cinema Lounge:
Next Gen Filipinx Musicians
”7000 Miles: Homecoming”
featuring Ruby Ibarra

Next Gen Filipinx Musicians and the screening of 7000 Miles: Homecoming, is a documentary screening, conversation, and musical performance that delves into the captivating story of Ruby Ibarra, a Filipina-American rapper, and her pursuit of self-discovery through the medium of rap and hip-hop. Through this music event, we invite our audience to embark on a transformative journey alongside Ruby and the Balikbayans to navigate the intricate intersections of culture, identity, and social justice, and artistic passion.

At its core, 7000 Miles explores the universal human experience of seeking and embracing one's authentic self, even when faced with the challenges of societal expectations and cultural norms.  The film is directed by Evelyn Obamos, and premiered at the CAAM Film Festival in 2020.

Meet The Film Makers

Live Performances

Started in 2018 by @rubyibarra, The Balikbayans are a Bay area Filipino-American 🇵🇭 Band featuring astralogik x @monzzzzz x @lasi_musik x @rockayye x @mykfilms x @et_iv x @mikeyalejandro

Vendors

Tickets

Tickets for Lavender Cinema Lounge are FREE but we are accepting sliding scale donations. Your donations will help us continue to host our future events and keep our garden growing.

In partnership with

Balay Kreative Growth Grantee, Mikey Vee, is shooting a huge music video for his new song "The Syndics" this Saturday at Kapwa Gardens and he is inviting the whole community out to be a part of it!

All you have to do is either DM @mikeyveemusic on IG or enter your name and email in this google form. This allows entry and also provides you 1 ticket for the end of shoot merchandise raffle! Food and drinks will be provided, but there will be no alcohol allowed on set. Please join us for some fun times and good music!

LISTEN to the song here!

Support Filipino-Owned Local Small Businesses in the Bay Area!

Join us for a market featuring all your favorite Filipino-owned brands! We are very excited to curate a marketplace with all of our favorite local businesses. Support Bindlestiff Studio as they grace the Kapwa Gardens’ stage - we promise this is a comedy act you don’t want to miss!

Come eat, drink, shop, and vibe as we spend a beautiful afternoon in the heart of SOMA Pilipinas. Kapwa Gardens and 5M Park will be two of the venues for Be Free Festival. Be Free Festival is an annual celebration that showcases the vibrant Filipino culture. Kultivate Labs along with its community partners in SOMA Pilipinas are welcoming you to SOMA Pilipinas to eat, connect, learn, and get down to celebrate 125 years of liberation.

Tickets

Tickets for the market @ Be Free Festival are FREE but we are accepting sliding scale donations. Your donations will help us continue to host our future events and keep our garden growing.

Filipino Food/Vendor Market, 12p-5p

We are very excited to curate a marketplace with all of our favorite Filipino-Owned Local Small Businesses in the Bay Area! Support Bindlestiff Studio as they grace the Kapwa Gardens’ stage - we promise this is a comedy act you don’t want to miss!

Retail

Food & Beverage

Performers at Kapwa Gardens Stage

Hosts: Jepoy Ramos,  Gwynnevere Cristobal, AJ Lugue
Stand-up Comics: Manny Cabrera, Debra "DB" Belale, Rhoda Gravador
Singers: Raquel Basco, Ally Quintilla, Steven Tomas, Faustino Cadiz, Gwynn Cristobal, Cat D Reyes
Drag Acts: Chi Chi Kago, Kiki Krunch, Tori Tia
Karaoke: TNT Traysikel

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• 12p - Show Begins

• 12:40p - Gwynn Cristobal, Performer

• 12:50p - Ann Warque, Performer

• 1p - Nico Jaochico, Performer

• 1:10p - Game 1 / Vendor Giveaway

• 1:32p - Faustino Cadi, Performer

• 1:40p - Trixie Aballa, Performer

• 1:50p - Ally Quintilla, Performer

• 2:02p - Manny Cabrera, Comedy Act

• 2:10p - Game 2 / Vendor Giveaway

• 2:30p - Raquel Basco, Performer

• 2:40p - Steven Tomas

Performers at 5M Mainstage

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• 12p - DJ Broadstrokes

• 1p - Kulintang Dialect

• 1:25p - Peaboo & the Catz

• 2p - Dakila

Community Organizations

ABOUT BE FREE FESTIVAL

This is an annual event celebrating Filipino Creativity & Liberation. SOMA Pilipinas' lively atmosphere makes this a great opportunity for the Filipino community and their friends to celebrate their culture and heritage. You'll get the chance to explore the SOMA Pilipinas district and experience the rich and diverse culture of the Filipinos during this crawl.

Join us for an online interview
with Matthew Harris & Kristian Kabuay!

We will be going live on Instagram for a fun panel discussion with Matthew Harris and Kristian Kabuay. This discussion will be centered around building culturally focused businesses. Both Matthew and Kristian will be vending at the Be Free Festival!

About Matthew Harris

About Kristian Kabuay