SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Earthquakes announced today they will host Filipino Heritage Night on Saturday, September 21, when they take on St. Louis CITY SC at PayPal Park. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. PT. The Quakes will be partnering with the Filipino American Arts Exposition (FAAE), a local nonprofit known for their annual Pistahan Parade and Festival in San Francisco, to organize the event.
The night will feature pregame Filipino cultural performances in the Epicenter, while a special event ticket will include a limited-edition Filipino Heritage Scarf, pregame access to the SKYY Vodka Lounge, and a postgame meet-and-greet with current San Jose midfielder and Philippine National team player Michael Baldisimo. Additional information on activities, events, and Filipino food options will be announced at a later date.
"We're excited to partner with the San Jose Earthquakes for Filipino Heritage Night, celebrating our vibrant community, culture and cuisine," said FAAE President Al Perez. "Showcasing our rich cultural tapestry at PayPal Park sparks pride and fosters community empowerment. We are proud to be woven into the fabric of San Jose's diverse multi-ethnic community, and together with the Earthquakes, we look forward to an unforgettable evening of celebration and unity. We encourage all community members to attend the match and join us in commemorating this special occasion."
A portion of the proceeds from Filipino Heritage Night special event tickets will benefit FAAE and can be purchased here.
About FAAE
The Filipino American Arts Exposition (FAAE) is a vital part of the rich tapestry of cultures and ethnic communities of the San Francisco Bay Area through its promotion of Filipino American art, music, film and dance. FAAE celebrates its ancestral heritage and contemporary traditions, broadening awareness and deepening the understanding of Filipino history, achievements and culture. Founded in 1994, FAAE is a grassroots, nonprofit organization that contributes to the artistic and cultural pride of the Filipino American community and strives to be a meaningful community tradition among the many great ethnic institutions of San Francisco. This year’s Pistahan Parade and Festival will take place on Aug. 10-11 at Yerba Buena Gardens in San Francisco. For more information on FAAE, visit www.pistahan.net/faae.
About San Jose Earthquakes
The San Jose Earthquakes, one of Major League Soccer’s original teams, are the epicenter for soccer in Northern California, playing at the highest professional level in the United States. The club won MLS Cups in 2001 and 2003 and took home Supporters’ Shields in 2005 and 2012. The club is based out of PayPal Park, an 18,000-seat soccer-specific stadium that opened in 2015. The organization was originally founded in 1974 in the North American Soccer League, and in 2024 will be celebrating its 50th anniversary of positively impacting communities around Northern California. The club’s nonprofit arm, the Quakes Foundation, focuses on health and fitness initiatives for local underserved youth and fighting food insecurity. For more information about the Earthquakes, visit www.sjearthquakes.com.
