Filipino Community Events in Chattanooga, TN

Filipino American History Month event centered around the premiere of a new contemporary dance work, Naata Diri (We are Here). Naata Diri Nandito Tayo Addatayo Ditoy Kita Diri This Filipino American History Month event centers around the premiere of a new contemporary dance work, Naata Diri (We are Here). This new work is a reflection of the Filipino American exprience through the lens of Home and Migration, grounded in Filipino American history. Throughout the venue will be a galleryesque display of images and specific points of Filipino American History highlighting migration. Come learn and experience a Filipino and Filipino American story. This event is the first Filipino American History Month event as well as performing arts production centering Filipino stories, people, and culture here in Chattanooga, TN. Doors open at 7pm Performance starts at 7:30pm No one will be allowed to enter once the performance starts Doors close at 9pm

Since its founding in 2011, the Filipino-American Association of Greater Chattanooga has grown into a vital community organization serving Filipino-Americans throughout Chattanooga, Tennessee and the surrounding areas. As a registered nonprofit dedicated to social, cultural, and community service, FAAGC brings together families and individuals who share a commitment to preserving Filipino heritage while building stronger connections within their adopted home. The organization's vision centers on creating a formidable alliance grounded in cooperation, solidarity, and mutual support—values that guide every program and initiative. FAAGC actively encourages collective involvement through awareness-building efforts, recognizing the importance of a visible and thriving Filipino-American presence in the greater Chattanooga community. The association prioritizes healthy lifestyle maintenance, heritage preservation, and educational advancement as pathways to improved social status and economic growth for its members. By fostering volunteer participation in outreach programs and supporting Filipino-American owned businesses, FAAGC strengthens both individual families and the broader community fabric. The organization's commitment extends to inspiring children and future generations to embrace their cultural identity and continue the legacy of service. Through events like annual culture camps, family celebrations, and cultural commemorations, FAAGC creates spaces where traditions flourish and relationships deepen. This community-driven approach reflects FAAGC's belief that when Filipino-Americans unite with purpose and passion, they build something meaningful that transcends individual achievement.