Folk Spirit and Filipino Pride Shine in Bulacan’s SM Malls for Independence Day
Folk Spirit and Filipino Pride Shine in Bulacan’s SM Malls for Independence Day Draped in history, a performer at SM City Marilao unfurled the Philippine flag in a symbolic tribute during the 127th Philippine Independence Day celebration. June 12 - The sound of drums and the rhythm of folk dances echoed through the halls of Bulacan’s SM malls on Wednesday, as communities came together to mark the 127th Philippine Independence Day with a spirited tribute to heritage, hope, and nationhood. At SM City Marilao , SM City Valenzuela, and SM Center Pulilan , the country’s hard-won freedom was celebrated not just in solemn ceremony but also in performances that honored the richness of Filipino culture. Shoppers and mallgoers were treated to traditional song-and-dance numbers that celebrated local artistry and historical pride. Cultural pride took centerstage at SM Center Pulilan , where dance troupes enthralled spectators with folk numbers steeped in local tradition and heritage. In SM Center Pulilan and SM City Baliwag , the commemorations began with early morning flag-raising r…