PNASD’s, Mental Health Event found a new home this year on October 3, 2026 from 1pm to 4pm courtesy of The House of the Philippines, The event will be at the International Cottages Lawn Area in Balboa Park and is called Halika Fest. Halika in English means Come Along. 

PNASD is looking for passionate volunteers looking to make a difference in the community. Whether it is for few hours or the whole duration of the event, let us know by completing the form below.

The community is invited to Come Along (Halika) with PNASD to a free community event designed to raise awareness about mental health, promote wellness, reduce stigma, and connect individuals and families with mental health and other community resources.

This will be the fourth year PNASD has hosted a community event focused on mental health and wellness. The event reflects PNASD's commitment to community health, education, advocacy, and service.

Importantly, Halika (Come Along) Fest is the only community event owned and hosted directly by PNASD. This distinguishes it from events where the PNASD participates as an attendee, partner or exhibitor. As such, Halika (Come Along) Fest provides PNASD with a unique opportunity to establish and demonstrate its own community impact.

Addressing mental health needs in the community is beyond the scope of one organization. However, raising awareness, reducing stigma, promoting wellness, and connecting people with available resources are meaningful and vital contributions that PNASD and collaborating individuals and organizations can make.