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Lyza Aquino

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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1781873942981viber_image_2026-06-19_19-22-19-660.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/>Sam Milby. ABS-CBN News</div>MANILA, Philippines — Actor and singer Sam Milby is scheduled to fly to Melbourne, Australia, on Friday evening to participate in the TFC Happy Hour segment of the Philippine Grand Fiesta, one of the largest Filipino cultural celebrations in Australia.Milby arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 before 7 in the evening for his Qantas flight ahead of the festivities taking place this weekend in Melbourne.Speaking before his departure, Milby said Filipino-Australians can expect an interactive and entertaining performance during the event.“Yung mga kababayan sa Melbourne they can expect me, they get me for a full hour, for TFC Hour, and then we’re doing a meet and greet after. During that TFC Hour, siyempre kakanta ako. I brought my guitar also and we’re going to have some games also. It’ll be fun,” he said.The Philippine Grand Fiesta, held annually in celebration of Philippine Independence Day, brings together Filipinos and members of the multicultural community to showcase Filipino heritage, culture, and traditions. The 2026 edition is set for June 20 at Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne.Although Milby has visited Melbourne before, he said he is excited to return after several years.“Hindi naman first time ko sa Melbourne, pero &#x27;yung last time ko medyo matagal na. So it’s been quite a long time so I’m very excited to go back,” he said.The actor-singer also shared one thing he has been looking forward to during his visit.“Nung last time na pumunta ako bitin din eh. One thing I am looking forward to is the coffee. Melbourne has very good coffee. I’m a coffee addict,” he added.As part of TFC Happy Hour, Milby will perform for overseas Filipinos and engage with fans through a meet-and-greet session. The event is expected to feature Filipino food stalls, cultural performances, community exhibits, market booths, and other family-friendly activities celebrating Filipino culture.Beyond Melbourne, Milby revealed that he has several international engagements lined up this year.“July 4, I would be in Liverpool, England. I have a show there. And then &#x27;yung next TFC mangyayari sa August and it’ll be in New Jersey and Ontario, Canada, so yeah lots of trips this year,” he said.The Philippine Grand Fiesta serves as a platform to preserve Filipino traditions abroad, promote cultural exchange, and strengthen ties among Filipinos living overseas while celebrating the country’s independence and rich cultural heritage.“Lahat ng mga kababayan sa Melbourne, I’m gonna be there on June 21st. It’s a full day event and I will be part of the TFC hour and I’m pretty sure my TFC hour magsisimula ng mga 1 p.m. so I will see you guys there. It’ll be fun,” he said.Thousands of attendees are expected to take part in the annual celebration, which has become a staple gathering for the Filipino community in Melbourne and neighboring areas.

Actor and singer Sam Milby is scheduled to fly to Melbourne, Australia, on Friday evening to participate in the TFC Happy Hour segment of the Philippine Grand Fiesta, one of the largest Filipino cultural celebrations in Australia.

Actor and singer Sam Milby is scheduled to fly to Melbourne, Australia, on Friday evening to participate in the TFC Happy Hour segment of the Philippine Grand Fiesta, one of the largest Filipino cultural celebrations in Australia.

Sam Milby heads to Melbourne for Philippine Grand Fiesta; set to perform for Filipino community

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Sam Milby heads to Melbourne for Philippine Grand Fiesta; set to perform for Filipino community

Lyza Aquino,

ABS-CBN News

Published June 19, 2026 09:07 PM PHT

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