Fiesta In America

You Are Cordially Invited to the 22nd People's Ball
Join us for an elegant afternoon as we celebrate Ria Serrano, one of the distinguished recipients of the 2026 Empowerment Awards, recognized with the Intergenerational Impact Award.

Day: Sunday, August 9, 2026 • 12noon
Venue: Marriott Newark Airport, 1 Hotel Rd. Newark, NJ
Tickets: philippinefiestausa.com/peoples-ball
Phone: (212) 682-6610
Email: [email protected]
Attire: Filipiniana or Elegantly Fashionable You

Experience the Filipino-American community's premier gala celebration, featuring a lavish luncheon, inspiring award presentations, live entertainment, ballroom dancing, and the company of distinguished leaders, young professionals, students, entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals, families, and friends.

Reserve your seats today and be part of an unforgettable celebration of excellence, leadership, and community.
Special group rates are available for young professionals.

Produced by Philippine Fiesta USA, Inc.
A 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit organization

LAST CALL FOR MODELS – WALK THE FIESTA IN AMERICA RUNWAY AT American Dream!

Have confidence, style, and a passion for fashion with a purpose?

Fiesta in America is still looking for a few more models to complete the runway cast for an extraordinary Eco-Couture Fashion Show featuring San Diego designer Elsie Clavin. Her stunning collection is created from recycled and repurposed materials, proving that fashion can be both beautiful and environmentally responsible.

Walk the runway before thousands of spectators at Fiesta in America, the Northeast's largest indoor Filipino American festivals at American Dream in East Rutherford, New Jersey!

Models Still Needed

Saturday – August 15

Women – 3
Men – 3
Girls (ages 7–9) – 3
Boys (ages 7–9) – 3

Sunday – August 16

Women – 5
Men – 3
Girls (ages 7–9) – 3
Boys (ages 7–9) – 3

Good news! Models who previously submitted their applications by email have already been selected. We will be contacting you shortly with further details.

Whether you're an experienced runway model or stepping onto the catwalk for the first time, we welcome models of all genders and experience levels.

To Apply, email:
[email protected]

Please include:
• Recent headshot and full-body photo
• Short bio
• Height and measurements (no strict requirements)
• Contact information
• Modeling experience (if any)

Due to time constraints, please email your application and questions first. We will accommodate phone inquiries at a later time.

Deadline of submission: July 14, 2026

Join us in celebrating Filipino creativity, sustainability, and fashion on one of the biggest stages of the summer! Fernando Mendez Filipinos Of NY (Official FilipinosOfNY.com) Filipinos of New Jersey PAFCOMNJ.ORG Rogelio Ogie B. Afable Elsie Borreros Clavin