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CALENDAR OF PHILIPPINE FESTIVITIES 

JANUARY 

STO. NIÑO FESTIVAL 

Nationwide 

A grand procession of over two hundred well-dressed images of the Child Jesus. 

BULAKLAKAN FESTIVAL 

Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila 

Annual procession, parade of flowers and costumes 

FEAST OF THE THREE KINGS 

Gasan, Marinduque 

A feast honoring the three kings who are visiting houses around the Poblacion of Gasan 

ATI-ATIHAN FESTIVAL 

Kalibo, Aklan 

Scene of a yearly celebration in honor of Sto. Nino held every third week of January, popularly known 

worldwide as Ati-Atihan. So called because Aklanons, domestic and foreign tourists, wipe soot on 

their faces and done ethnic paraphernalia and masquerade around town as Negritos and make merry 

and dance in the streets to the beat of ambulant ethnic troubadours. 

BAILES DE LUCES 

La Castellana, Negros Occicental 

The town’s celebration of Charter Day and a befitting culmination of the Christmas season, the 

festival is conceptualized as a festival of hope and thanksgiving. Thanksgiving for all the blessings 

received in the year that was and hope for a prosperous new year. Its unique feature is the use of 

lights or “luces” as props and adornment and its nocturnal festivities and street dancing.

LINGAYEN GULF LANDING ANNIVERSAY 

Lingayen, Pangasinan 

Lingayen, Pangasinan (6 hours from Manila by land) Commemoration of the liberation of Pangasinan 

from the Japanese invasion led by Gen. Douglas McArthur of the US Pacific Command on Jan. 9, 

1945 

FEAST OF THE BLACK NAZARENE 

Quiapo, Manila 

An intense, day-long festival highlighted by a mammoth procession through the streets. 

BINIRAY FESTIVAL (Fluvial procession) 

Romblon 

Sto. Niño-inspired revelry and fluvial procession. 

COCONUT FESTIVAL AND FAIR 

San Pablo City, Laguna 

A grand mardi-gras celebration which pays homage to Laguna Province''s most ubiquitous crop. 

ARAW NG KORONADAL "HINUGYAW FESTIVAL" 

Koronadal 

Translated literally, it means "Day of Koronadal" and indeed it is. Hinugyaw Festival, dubbed as the 

"Festival of Festivals", is a celebration of the different cultures that has dwelled on the fertile valley of 

Koronadal for many years now. 

BINANOG FESTIVAL 

Lambunao, Iloilo 

Binanog is a yearly festivities celebrated by the Lambunaonos every January in honor of infant 

Jesus. Binanog means a pool of dance by the people in hinterland of Lambunao. The following are 

the Binanugan, the dance depicting the movement of the birds, the Inagong sayaw-sayaw, a 

celebration dances and the Dinagmay, the courtship dance. The dance movement is accompanied by 

lively drum beatings. 

SINULOG (KABANKALAN) FESTIVAL 

Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental 

Revelers garbed in distinctively colorful costumes with bare bodies painted in black soot take to the 

streets to the riotous and frenzied beats of drums celebrating the feast of El Señor Sto. Niño.

MAKATO STO. NIÑO FESTIVAL 

Poblacion Makato, Aklan 

The ati-atihan festival of Makato dates back before the Spaniards came to sow the seeds of 

Christianity into this land. During the celebration, thousands of Catholic devotees from all over the 

country and those from abroad felt the urge to come and join in the wholesome, frolic and religious 

fervor of thanksgiving to the Holy Child, Sto. Niño. 

PASUNGAY FESTIVAL 

San Joaquin, Iloilo 

Celebrated every 3rd Saturday of January. This spectacular & exciting event find its origin on a 

hillside in one of the inland barangays of the municipality when resting farmers witness for the first 

time the fight between the two raging bulls, set loose by their herdsmen. It caught the fancy of the 

barangay folks and soon it became a popular entertainment in most barangay fiestas. During the 

municipal fiesta, the best bulls from different barangays are pitted against each other by weight 

category in a "Bull Derby". 

KAHIMUNAN FESTIVAL 

Libertad, Butuan City 

Butuan''s version of the Sinulog of Cebu which has an equally lively and spectacular street dancing. 

PANGISDAAN FESTIVAL 

Brgy. Tangos, Navotas 

One of the highlights of the Navotas Day celebration featuring a street dancing and float competition 

focusing on the fishing industry. 

KINARADTO FESTIVAL 

Buenavista, Guimaras 

This cultural festival makes maximum use of the rich cultural tradition of the oldest municipality of 

the province. The presentation of songs, dances and musical tableau depicts the various influences 

Buenavista has been subjected to. Celebrated in honor of the town’s patron saint, Sr. Sto. Niño, 

Kinaradto promises the participant loads of unforgettable positive experiences. 

KAHIMUNAN FESTIVAL 

Libertad, Butuan City 

Butuan''s version of the Sinulog of Cebu which has an equally lively and spectacular street dancing. 

KINARADTO FESTIVAL 

Buenavista, Guimaras 

This cultural festival makes maximum use of the rich cultural tradition of the oldest municipality of 

the province. The presentation of songs, dances and musical tableau depicts the various influences 

Buenavista has been subjected to. Celebrated in honor of the town’s patron saint, Sr. Sto. Niño, 

Kinaradto promises the participant loads of unforgettable positive experiences. 

BATAN ATI-ATI MALAKARA FESTIVAL 

Poblacion Batan, Aklan 

The participants celebrating this festival wear masks made up of paper mache and prepared 

costumes. The festival is celebrated in honor of the Sto. Niño with merry making for a bountiful 

harvest, peace and prosperity, street dancing along the streets and plaza of the poblacion.

A holy mass is celebrated before the start of the contest on Sunday morning proceeded with a parade 

of participating tribes. 

FIRE WORKS DISPLAY & CONTEST 

Arevalo, Iloilo City 

Highlights of this District Fiesta of Arevalo are the multicolor fireworks. The skyline becomes a 

celebration with the dazzling display of sparkles and blazing lights. 

CARACOL FESTIVAL 

Glorietta 4 Park Makati City, Metro Manila 

Official Festival of the City of Makati by virtue of resolution No. 251 of Jan. 21, 1991 displaying the 

call of the local Government for the protection and conservation of our ecology. 

BANSUDANI FESTIVAL/FEAST OF THE DIVINE SAVIOR 

Bansud, Mindoro Oriental 

A thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest which coincides with town fiesta. It features dances and 

cultural presentations by schools and barangay communities. 

SADSAD SA KALYE 

Janiuay, Iloilo 

“Sadsad Sa Kalye” is a dynamic mass presentation expressing the beliefs, views, visions and 

aspirations of the Janiuaynons based upon tradition, historical experiences, and culture of the 

people of Janiuay. It is a street-dancing affair buoyed by the kaleidoscopic prism of cultured grace 

and fineness that reflects the embodiment of all that are beautiful in man’s body and soul. “Sadsad” 

is a native word meaning dance. 

SINULOG FESTIVAL 

Cebu City 

Celebrated every 3rd Sunday of January, is Cebu''s biggest and most popular festival. The feast is in 

honor of the Holy Image of Senyor Santo Niño de Cebu. Fiesta Senyor, as it is widely known, is the 

most celebrated among Cebu''s festival where people converge along the routes of a grand solemn 

procession and partake in the gaiety amidst a mardi gras parade immersed in wild colors and the 

constant beating of drums. 

PANDOT SA BACOLOD 

Bacolod City, Negros Occidental 

A true to life dramatization depicting the life of Bacoleños during the Spanish times and the life of 

being a Catholic 

BINULIGAY FESTIVAL 

Jamindan, Capiz 

A cultural and fiesta celebration.

ALTAVAS STO. NIÑO FESTIVAL 

Poblacion Altavas, Aklan 

This day marked the end of the Fil-American war in Altavas. Since then, January 22 is being 

celebrated as an Annual Thanksgiving and Armistice Day in Altavas. Later, the date was adopted as 

its municipal town fiesta. This is the continuation of the joyous celebration of peace when Fil- 

American war ended in this municipality. 

DINAGYANG FESTIVAL 

Iloilo City 

A spectacular street merrymaking in honor of the Holy Child Jesus. 

CHINESE NEW YEAR 

Region-wide 

The Chinese community celebrates the Chinese New Year with pomp & color through a dragon 

dance. 

CHINESE NEW YEAR 

Nationwide 

The Chinese community celebrates the Chinese New Year with pomp & color through a dragon 

dance. This parade is performed at the prominent malls and department stores, and the giving of 

moon cakes. 

FEAST OF OUR LADY OF PEACE AND GOOD VOYAGE 

La Carlota City 

These features cultural shows and traditional fiesta activities like procession, traditional games and 

cultural presentation. 

IBAJAY ATI-ATI MUNICIPAL AND DEVOTIONAL FIESTA 

Ibajay, Aklan 

A religious feast in honor of its patron saint Sto. Niño, held by transferring the holy image of the 

patron from Ibajay Cathedral Rectory and enthronement at St. Peter Parish Church, by way of 

amusing the image from where it was originally discovered and brought to the church. 

DINAGSA ATI-ATIHAN FESTIVAL 

Cadiz City, Negros Occidental 

A revelry from sunrise to sunset, with ceaseless and rhythmic beating of drums. A sea of humanity in 

cadence with black soot “ati” performing rituals, all in honor of El Señor Sto. Niño. A spectacular 

fluvial parade where the Infant Jesus is carried aboard a fishing boat around the river, out to sea and 

back. “Dinagsa” connotes the sudden surge of good things washed ashore, such as the generous 

catch of fish and other sea foods, which Cadiz is famous for. Throw all cares to the wind as you street 

dance with gaily-costumed ati-tribes. Be game however if you find your own face painted black by 

playful ATIS.

SANA-AW FESTIVAL 

Jordan, Guimaras 

Primarily a celebration of the economic endeavor that made Jordan what it is today. Sana-aw also 

pays tribute to the skillful artisans and the enduring workers in an endearing characterization 

through dance drama. 

HINIRUGYAW FESTIVAL 

Calinog, Iloilo 

An annual festivity of Calinog’s devotion to Sr. Sto. Niño. It is a nine day event and its activities 

consist of an opening salvo, food fest, live Sto. Niño contest among young boys not older than seven 

years old, Search for Lin-ay Kang Hinirugyaw and the contest proper for all participating tribes in 

three judging areas. 

STO. NIÑO FESTIVAL 

Malolos, Bulacan 

The Malolos Sto. Niño featuring a week long exhibits, a month procession featuring more than a 

hundred caros of drivers Sto. Niño images. 

BALOT SA PUTI FESTIVAL 

Pateros 

One of the highlights of the Pateros Town Fiesta celebration 

THE BORACAY INT’L FUN BOARD CUP 

Bulabog Beach, Boracay, Malay, Aklan 

The country’s biggest windsurfing event drawing participants from all over Asia. 

FEBRUARY 

SALAKAYAN FESTIVAL 

Miag-ao, Iloilo 

The festival is a week-long cultural presentation of Miag-ao shown through various activities like food 

fair, agro-industrial, and trade fair, photo exhibit literary and musical program, beauty pageant, 

street and ballroom dancing, sports events and many others. 

PABIRIK FESTIVAL 

Paracale, Camarines Norte 

Held in the town of Paracale, the festival is highlighted by “pabirik” street dancing, depicting the gold 

mining industry in the province.

BICOL ARTS FESTIVAL 

Legazpi City 

A week-long festival showcasing the region’s arts and culture, crafts and agro-industrial products 

coming from the six (6) provinces and three (3) cities of Bicol. It coincides with the celebration of the 

National Arts Month every February. 

FESTIVAL OF HEARTS 

Tanjay City, Negros Oriental 

In celebration of Valentines, the city tourism council of Tanjay is coming up with a festival of 

romance showcasing a nightly Harana, Baile ng Bayan, Mass Wedding/Renewal of Vows and 

coronation of SK''s search for Miss Valentines. 

NATIONAL ARTS MONTH 

Nationwide 

A tribute to the talent and creativity of the Filipino artists, 

highlights world-renowned Filipino masters, as well as the new generations influencing the local arts 

scene. 

LAVANDERO FESTIVAL 

Mandaluyong 

As part of the week-long Mandaluyong Day celebration, the 

unique festival focused on the city’s ancient tradition of washing clothes in the once clean and clear 

waters of the Pasig River. Amusingly, focal point of the festival is the men participants washing 

clothes instead of women. 

FESTIVALS OF HEART 



romance showcasing a nightly Harana, Baile ng Bayan, Mass Wedding/Renewal of vows and 

coronation of SK’s Search for Miss Valentines. 

SUROY SA SURIGAO 

Surigao City 

An activity initiated by the City Tourism Office that provides opportunities for participating groups to 

explore Surigao’s best thru island-hopping adventure, cave exploration and canoeing to the lush 

mangrove areas and other interesting sites. 

FEAST OF OUR LADY OF CANDLES 

Jaro, Iloilo City 

The biggest and most opulent religious pageantry in Western Visayas with the blessing of candles 

and a procession of the Nuestra Señora de Candelaria and the Fiesta Queen and her court. 

PAMULINAWEN 

Laoag City, Ilocos Norte 

The word means "Ilocano Maiden"; a festival showing Ilocano Customs and Virtues.

THE INTERNATIONAL BAMBOO ORGAN FESTIVAL 

Las Piñas 

A ten-day series of cultural events, with a focus on the unique bamboo-made organ made by Fray 

Diego de la Cera found only in Las Piñas. 

GULING-GULING FESTIVAL (STREET DANCING) 

Paoay, Ilocos Norte 

Exciting and calendrical rites in Paoay where townsfolk and 

their guests participate in singing and dancing in the street, dressed in their native costume, the 

antique and attractive "Abel paoay Kimona" with matching tapis or pandiling, adorned with century 

old jewelries 

KALI-KALIHAN HARVEST FESTIVAL 

Don Salvador Benedicto, Negros Occidental 

A harvest festival with a street dance showing their cultural heritage the art of "kali" otherwise known 

as "arnis" or "escrima", the traditional martial arts of the Filipino people since the 7th century. 

TINAPAY FESTIVAL 

Cuenca, Batangas 

An annual activity conceived by the town as thanksgiving to their patron saint, Our Lady of Peace 

and Good Voyage for a bountiful life. 

FISTAHAN 

Davao City 

A culinary festival that features Davao''s grilled tuna specialties such as "panga and buntot". 

BULANG-BULANG FESTIVAL 

San Enrique, Negros Occidental 

A cultural identity moving high spirited, resilient, an interlude with the life of a cock or rooster, in 

unity with the nature, an icon of the sportive game of chance and arguably not as a gambling 

promotion, but basically Filipino Tinobaganon. 

PABALHAS SA TABLAS 

Candoni, Negros Occidental 

The concept of “Pabalhas sa Tablas” originated from the actual history of Candoni, where a group of 

settlers (composed of Isabeleños, Hinigaranon, Ilonggo, etc.) decided to look for a land in which they 

can call their own.

SPRING FESTIVAL (CHINESE LUNAR NEW YEAR) 

Baguio City 

The Chinese community in Baguio usher in 2005 as the Year of the Wooden Rooster with fireworks 

and funfare including a parade along the city''s major thoroughfares 

TINAGBA FESTIVAL (BOUNTIFUL HARVEST) 

Iriga City, Camarines Sur 

A tradition of the first harvest offering coinciding on the feast day of Our Lady of Lourdes. Derived 

from the early rituals of the ancient Bicolanos offering their harvest to their own gods as a form of 

thanksgiving and to seek favor for a more bountiful harvest throughout the year. A long parade of 

colorfully and grandiosely decorated bull and carabao carts, carrying newly harvested crops, ending 

with a mass before the Emerald Grotto at Calvary Hills. Here all the offerings are blessed, then 

distributed to indigent families. 

TIBURIN HORSE RACE 

Libertad, Pasay City, Metro Manila 

One of the highlights of the Sta. Clara Feast Day, about 100 horses have been trained to participate 

in this exciting and thrilling horse race. 

PAMAYPAY NG CALOOCAN FESTIVAL 

Caloocan City 

One of the highlights of the city''s Foundation Day, showcasing the use of teh "Pamaypay"/fan as 

traditional tool to the surging heat as exhibited in techno-modern folk street dancing competition. 

“SAMBALILO” HAT FESTIVAL 

Paranaque City, Metro Manila 

FEAST DAY OF STA. CLARA 

Pasay City 

Different activities are lined up in celebration of Sta. Clara’s Feast Day. Some of the highlights 

include the Serenata and The Tiburin Race. Serenata is a series of rondalla and brass band concerts 

and a revival of open-air musical performances held at the Sta. Clara patio, while the Tiburin Race is 

an exciting and thrilling horse-racing at Cementina and Libertad streets. About 100 horses have been 

trained solely for this event. 

LOCAL MEDIA FAMILIARIZATION TOUR 

Cagayan de Oro 

A one day excursion to media design to update on the new adventure of Cagayan de Oro.

FESTIVAL OF HEARTS 



romance showcasing a nightly Harana, Baile ng Bayan, Mass Weddings/Renewal of Vows and 

coronation of Search for Miss Valentines 

SERENATA 

Pasay City 

A series of rondalla and brass band concerts. A revival of open-air concerts held at the patio of Sta. 

Clara Church. 

ANNUAL “HARANA: KARANTAHAN NIN PAGRANGA” (A MUSIC FESTIVAL) 

San Jose, Camarines Sur 

The festival feature local talents and young artists in its effortsa to promote cultural awareness, 

tourism development and youth empowerment in the District of partido. Highlighted by the Bicol 

Love Song Choral Competition. Other activities are lined up to drumbeat the affair. 

BLOOMING HEARTS DAY 

Baguio City 

Mass Wedding with longest kissing scene to be held in Baguio City in celebration of Valentine''s Day 

AURORA DAY AND SUMAN FESTIVAL 

Baler, Aurora 

Celebration of the foundation of the province of Aurora which celebrated on the very day of birth of 

the Late Lady Aurora Quezon that coincide with the grandest festival, the Suman Festival. 

APAYAO PROVINCE FOUNDATION 

Apayao 

A provincial celebration marking the creation of Apayao as a separate province with cultural activities 

and the trade fairs. 

KALINGA PROVINCE 6TH FOUNDATION 

Kalinga 

A provincial celebration marking the creation of Kalinga as a separate province with cultural 

activities and trade fairs featuring the Ulalim. 

PHILIPPINE MILITARY ACADEMY ALUMNI HOMECOMING 

PMa, Baguio City 

Annual gathering of military officers and their families in Baguio who graduated from PMA, the 

premier military school which trains the elite corps of the Armed Forces of the Philippines 

KAP’YAAN FESTIVAL 

Jose Abad Santos, Davao del Sur 

Founding Anniversary of the creation of the municipality; agri-trade fair and civic military parade 

BICOL REGIONAL TOURISM COUNCILS ASSEMBLY 

Naga City 

A gathering of all tourism stakeholders to agree on a cooperative program and synchronized efforts 

that would trigger the response towards a unified and sustainable regional tourism development.

PASAYAW FESTIVAL 

Canlaon City, Negros Oriental 

A combined word of "Pasalamat Pinaagi sa Sayaw" (a thanksgiving through dance). This Pasayaw 

expresses the joys and jubilations in praise and thanksgiving to the Almighty God 

BABAYLAN FESTIVAL (RITUALS) 

Bago City, Negros Occidental 

A festival newly conceptualized by the City of Bago and celebrated during the Charter Anniversary 

every 19th of February. Babaylan Festival is based on the rituals performed by the Babaylans, like 

rituals on marriage, baptism, healing, harvest and others. Babaylans get their healing powers from 

the unseen spirits. 

ILOILO PARAW REGATTA 

Iloilo City 

An exciting race among outriggers in the strait between Guimaras and Iloilo City 

MUTYA NG CARAGA 

Urios College Gym, Butuan City 

This beauty search is one of the highlights of the annual celebration of the founding of the Caraga 

Region. 

BALSAHAN FESTIVAL 

Sibunag, Guimaras 

Balsahan is Sibunag’s way of immortalizing the mystical Sibunag river which snakes its way through 

most of the town’s barangays. A major geographical feature of the town, the river holds many 

interesting myths and legends that are sure to tickle one’s imagination, and whet one’s appetite to 

unravel its secrets. Use the balsa in your trek for some satisfying discoveries – you will be pleasantly 

rewarded. 

ASINAN FESTIVAL 

San Lorenzo, Guimaras 

Marvel at how the ordinary salt has gravitated the people of San Lorenzo into an annual gathering 

with all the delicious trimmings of specialty products. Not everything in the Asinan festival is salty 

though, as there are the spicy seafoods, the juicy citrus, the crispy nuts. With the proper blend of the 

unique hospitality and the natural smiles of the people and one will hunger for more of the Asinan 

spectacle. 

CEBU X INTERNATIONAL FURNITURE AND FURNISHINGS EXHIBITION 

Cebu City, Cebu 

With Cebu X promoting Cebu as the Design Destination in Asia, an exhibition is scheduled by the 

end of February showcasing Asia’s best furniture designs expertly executed by master craftsmen. 

KALILANGAN FESTIVAL 

General Santos City 

Celebrates the "friendly co-existence with all the people of General Santos City". Activities include 

agro-industrial trade fair, cultural presentation, culinary arts contest, Pagana, Kulintangan, ethnic 

musical instrument competition and Kidig-Kidig sa Dalan.

TRAVEL TOUR EXPO 

SM Megamall 

Annual exhibition of travel and tourism destinations, products and services. 

CARAGA ANNIVERSARY 

CARAGA 

A grand celebration of the creation of CARAGA Region 

ANNIVERSARY WORLD WAR II 

WW II Sites 

Anniversary of WW II "A Salute to Valor" 

SIBUG-SIBUG FESTIVAL 

Zamboanga Sibugay 

Highlighted by colorful ethnic street dancing with rituals depicting good harvest, wedding and healing 

rituals. 

ARAW NG ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY 

Zamboanga Sibugay 

A civic-military parade kicks off the celebration. Agri-trade fair, sports competition, cultural 

presentation and selection of Bb. Zamboanga Sibugay are also held. 

CEBU CITY CHARTER DAY 

Cebu City 

In celebration of Cebu City''s Charter Day, related activities like civic parade, cultural presentations 

attended by Cebu Officials and guests at the Cebu city hall. 

MINDANAO DIVE CONGRESS/FIESTA 

Davao City Samal 

A gathering of diving enthusiasts, promotion of dive areas, exhibits, fun dives, aqua sports 

competition, scubasura; discovery dive; scuba lessons; concert for a cause; dive safari 

ADIVAY 

La Trinidad, Bengued 

The maiden launching of an annual Agri Tourism Trade Fair featuring the various products of the 

BLIST area which will complement the activity highlights of Panagbenga 2005. Adivay which means 

"fun" will be held in La Trinidad Benguet. 

PANAGBENGA - BAGUIO FLOWER FESTIVAL 

Baguio City 

Also known as the Baguio Flower Festival, will showcase the City of Baguio as a City of Flowers. The 

Floral Street Parade

DIA DELA CIUDAD DE ZAMBOANGA 

Zamboanga City 

A celebration to honor the historical event when Zamboanga was converted into chartered city. 

Activities include street dancing, cultural dance festival and a regatta. 

HIL-O - HIL-O FESTIVAL 

Maayon, Capiz 

A cultural and fiesta celebration. 

ITIK-ITIK FESTIVAL 

Pasig City, Metro Manila 

The Itik-Itik Festival is held every last Sunday of February in 

Brgy. Kalawaan. Men, women and children take part in the activities and merrymaking. The 

significant event is not only limited to colorful activities, sumptuous food, revelry and fun, but also 

draws people closer to God and to one another. It is a rich showcase of Filipino culture and tradition 

usually celebrated on the Feasts of the barangay’s beloved patroness, St. Martha. 

MANIAMBUS FESTIVAL 

Negros Occidental 

"Maniambus" is a Visayan term meaning to strike with a club because its coastal waters were them 

beaming with fish that catching could be done simply by clubbing. 

SAMBAYAN FESTIVAL 

Tobias Fornier, Antique 

A celebration of rites called samba/paned. This describe two kinds of rituals, one held on the hills (or 

mountains) and other held along the seacoast perform to ask for rain, to thank the ancestral spirit 

for good harvest. 

MARCH 

KAAMULAN TRIBAL FESTIVAL 

Malaybalay City, Bukidnon 

A spectacular yearly gathering of the seven (7) hilltribes featuring their traditional songs, dances, 

sports, crafts and rituals, clad in their traditional vibrant costumes and heirloom jewelry 

RODEO MASBATEÑO (LOCAL COWBOYS) 

Masbate City 

Hold on to your horses, caballeros, its rodeo time in Masbate once again! Feel the excitement as our 

local cowboys pit their brains against bovine brawn in western style rodeo events like bull riding and 

sterr wrestling, apart from our local games like the good old carabao race. So put on them boots and 

saddle up – its gonna be a rope-slingin’, dust-kickin’, cowpunchibn’ affair.

ARAW NG ISLAND GARDEN CITY OF SAMAL (IGACOS) 

Island Garden City of Samal 

Festival to showcase the natural bounty of the Island Garden City of Samal, includes water sports 

competition, horse fight, sand castle contest, cultural shows, etc. 

PASIG SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL 

Pasig City 

Participants vary from singers, pianists & violinists, bandleaders and music teachers whose common 

goal is to keep classical music and "kundimans” alive. On this event, artists, and music lovers gather 

at the Pasig City Museum to listen and appreciate the music of classical artists as performed by their 

fellow Pasigueños. In all, the Summer Music Festival aims to revive the great musical tradition of 

Pasig. 

PARADE OF FESTIVALS 

Muntinlupa City 

One of the highlights of Muntinlupa City’s Cityhood Anniversary. 

PAYVANUVANUAN FESTIVAL 

Sitio Jura, Racujaide, Mahatao 

The festival marks the start of the fishing season in Batanes where the fisherfolks perform a ritual to 

pray for good fishing season and safety. 

ZP SUMMER 


This event, which cover the Zamboanga City, and the provinces of Zamboanga Sibugay, del Norte and 

del Sur, promotes domestic tourism in the Peninsula. 

SUGBAHAN 

Davao City 

A culinary festival that features Davao''s grilled specialties such as tuna. 

PACTO DE SANGRE OR BLOOD COMPACT OF NEW WASHINGTON, AKLAN 

New Washington, Aklan 

Katipuneros respectively wounded their wrists and used their blood to sign a document that formally 

expressed their grievances symbolizing their revolt against the Spanish authorities, which happened 

at Sitio Kuntang, Ochando, New Washington. From then on it is remembered as one of the historical 

places in the country. 

COUNCIL OF BALABAGO REENACTMENT 

Culasi, Antique 

It is a reenactment of the gathering of the Malayan Datus headed by Sumakwel after their settlement 

in Malandog for thanksgiving and renewal. The site of the reenactment overlooks the island of 

Mararison and the Majestic Mt. Madia-as home of Bulalakaw, their acclaimed God.

PUERTO PRINCESA FOUNDATION DAY 

Puerto Princesa City 

A celebration of the founding anniversary of the City highlighted by the crowning of Ms. Puerto 

Princesa. 

CEBU X INTERNATIONAL FURNITURE AND FURNISHING EXHIBITION 

Cebu City 

With Cebu X promoting Cebu as the Design Destination in Asia, an exhibition is scheduled by 

the end of February showcasing Asia's best furniture designs expertly executed by master 

craftsmen. 

BANGKERO FESTIVAL 

Pagsanjan, Laguna 

Pagsanjan, the tourist capital of Laguna will hold its “Bangkero Festival” on March 10 until March 14 

with the theme: “Mamamayan Makilahok! Bayan Ko, Tutulungan Ko!” 

ARYA! ABRA FESTIVAL (Bamboo rafting) 

Bangued, Abra 

Abra's biggest festival highlights of which are "Karerakit" bamboo rafting along Calaba River and 

Tinguan Festival of the tribal natives of Abra. 

PANAGTAGBO FESTIVAL 

Tagum City 

Coincides with the city of Tagum’s founding anniversary. It aptly describes a celebration in the city 

where Tagumeños met Tagumeños from all walks of life in one occasion and setting since the city of 

Tagum is a crossroad business center in the northern part of Southern Mindanao. 

VIS-MIN TRAVEL & LIFESTYLE SHOW 

SM Cebu Trade Hall 

This 4th International Visayas Mindanao Travel, Tours, Leisure and Lifestyle Exposition and 

Conference, is a festive capsulized presentation of the different tourism attractions, destination and 

facilities, tour activities, mode of transportation and information in the Visayas and Mindanao 

clusters, showcasing its respective unique historical and cultural assets as well as in helping create 

awareness and promoting various tourist destinations found the VIS-MIN region. 

NATIONAL WOMEN'S MONTH CELEBRATION EXHIBIT 

Clamshell I, Intramuros, Manila 

A weeklong exhibit organized by the National Commission on the Role of Filipino Women (NCRFW) 

showcasing numerous products and services in celebration of the National Women''s Month. 

BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF LATE PRESIDENT JOSE P. LAUREL 

Tanauan, Batangas 

A yearly celebration commemorating the birth of President Jose P. Laurel. 

HOLISTIC FESTIVAL 

Villa Jireh, Labrador, Pangasinan 

Projects Pangasinan as a health tourism destination with focus on wellness & lifestyle change from 

the holistic approach. Converging multi-sectoral groups: Eco-Defense Movement, 

Fishermen/Farmers Association, Tourism.

BANTAYAN FESTIVAL 

Guimbal, Iloilo 

A celebration of the birth of a new history and culture of the people of Guimbal as a tribute and 

reverence to the triumphant struggle of its ancestors for meaningful existence.The magic of the 

Gimba (drum) and the Bantayan (watchtower) are the major features of the festival. The festival also 

features dance drama, drum, float & street dancing competition, cultural shows, beauty pageant, 

paraw & boat racing, fluvial parade, musical concerts and many other presentations. 

ARAW NG DABAW CELEBRATION 

Davao City 

Davao celebrates its birthday in a grand gala fashion befitting the largest city in Mindanao. The Araw 

ng Dabaw festivities come complete with a jam-packed, seven-day schedule of trade fairs and 

cultural presentations. There''s also a colorful civic-military parade and a citywide beauty pageant, 

featuring the smartest, most charming ladies this side of the islands. 

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL 

La Trinidad, Benguet 

The municipality of La Trinindad in Benguet, known as the Strawberry Capital of the Philippines, will 

feature the baking of the largest strawberry cake including a trade fair on strawberry products and 

cutflowers. 

PINTADOS DE PASI FESTIVAL 

Passi City, Iloilo 

A festival depicting the history of Passi through “pintados” as a colorful celebration of how Passi got 

its name, as influenced by the Spanish regime. It also coincides with their Foundation Day 

commemorating the conversion of Passi as a component city. The festival’s main features include the 

parade and competition of Tribes, Carosa Parada, Pinta Carabao, Search for Bb. Pintados de Pasi, 

Laro ng Lahi, Binayle sa Kalye, Drum & Lyre Competition, Food Festival 

HOMONHON LANDING 

Homonhon, Eastern Samar 

Commemoration of the discovery of the Philippines by Ferdinand Magellan. 

SEMANA SANTA AT IGUIG CALVARY HILLS 

Iguig, Cagayan 

Traditional presentation of the passion and death of Christ on an 11 hectare rolling terrain of the 

larger than life size 14 Stations of the Cross. 

LUGAHAIT FESTIVAL 

Lugait, Misamis Oriental 

A local festival celebrating the rich history and the founding of the municipality of Lugait through 

native street dancing, showcase of agricultural products, and other colorful cultural performances

BUTUAN-CHINA TRADE MISSION 

Butuan City 

Commemoration of the first Butuan-China Trade Mission 

SOLI-SOLI FESTIVAL 

San Francisco, Camotes Island, Cebu 

Named after the Soli-Soli plant which abounds around Lake Danao, its freestyle street dancing 

competition uses soli-soli plant as its dominants material. 

BANANA FESTIVAL 

Baco, Mindoro Oriental 

A celebration of its abundance of banana. It features banana cook fest and a banana (saba) inspired 

street dancing competition and beauty pageant. this coincides with the town fiestain honor of St. 

Joseph. 

MAYON CONQUEST 

Albay 

A mountain expedition to the country’s most popular volcano, MT. MAYON to be participated in by 

mountain-climbing enthusiast aimed to develop mountain climbing as a safe, enjoyable and 

environment-friendly activity. 

SULYOG FESTIVAL 

Bongabong, Mindoro Oriental 

A religious festival in honor of St. Joseph celebrated by way of a Sulyog (Suli and Niyog) Festival done 

through dances, flats and cultural shows. 

TABAK FESTIVAL 

Tabaco City, Albay 

Held in conjunction with the celebration of the City’s 1st Foundation Anniversary. The festival 

derived its name from a local word “tabak”, meaning bolo, where the name of the City (Tabaco) was 

taken from. It’s highlight is a street presentation where participants showcase the legend of the City. 

Numerous other activities are lined up to drum beat the affair. 

SINIGAYAN FESTIVAL 

Sagay City 

An annual celebration & thanksgiving in honor of their patron, St. Joseph, showcasing the best of 

Sagay - - the arts, culture, products, and its people. Sinigayan concocted from the spherical shell 

“sigay” which abounds many islets and shores of the city. 

PASKO SA KASAKIT (SEMANA SANTA SA BANTAYAN) 

Bantayan, Cebu 

A unique mixture of solemn religious rites and local celebration in Bantayan Island where friends of 

the residents and tourists experience the scenic rites and cool off the summer heat in beautiful white

sandy beaches. 

SEMANA SANTA SA BIKOL 

Calabanga, Camarines Sur 

A week-long observance of Bicolanos unique religiosity and a pilgrimage to "Amang Hinulid" 

PANAAD 

Camiguin 

A yearly trek of devotees coming from the neighboring municipalities, cities and provinces in Visayas 

and Mindanao to Camiguin's walkway considered the Region's famous Holy Week site 

SENAKULO / HOLY WEEK RITUALS & PROCESSIONS 

Nationwide 

A nationwide celebration of Lenten Season 

SEMANA SANTA AT BALINTOKATOK LA SALETTE SHRINE 

Santiago City 

Traditional presentation of the passion and death of Christ on a hill and ends at the top where a 

chapel stands. 

LENTEN WEEK/ "PAGPAPAKO" 

Baler and Casiguran, Aurora 

Highlighted in every Good Friday at a hilltop of Ermita hill “Pagpapako” celebration. Simultaneous at 

poblacion procession of different patron saints. 

CENAKULO (CAINTA, RIZAL) 

Cainta, Rizal 

Passion plays called cenaculo are held in various places sll over the Philippines during Holy Week. 

However in Cainta, Rizal, people take to the streets to witness passion plays participated in by the 

town folks. 

LENTEN OBSERVANCE (SAN PABLO CITY) 

Sn Pablo City, Laguna 

An impressive array of centuries old religious images owned by Don Escudero. These images are 

borne by their silver carrozas as an expression of faith of the citizens of San Pablo. 

BUHING KALBARYO 

Cebu City, Cebu 

During the Lenten season, the Buhing Kalbaryo Foundation Inc. will have Lenten presentations 

SEMANA SANTA (DIPOLOG CITY) 

Dapitan City 

Experience spiritual cleansing through sacrifices, i.e. religious rites (reenactment Passion of Jesus) at 

St. James the Greater Church, procession alongside life-size images of saints on carriages on selected 

city streets. 

AGOO SEMANA SANTA 

Agoo, La Union 

The Holy week celebration, particularly Good Friday, is a display of devoutness and traditional pomp.

MORIONES FESTIVAL 

Marinduque 

A festival of the moriones, colorfuly garbed and masked soldiers and centurions; culminates in the 

reenactment of the beheading of Longinus. The entire towns of Boac, Mogpog and Gasan are virtually 

converted into huge stages as the story of Longinus unfolds. 

TURUMBA 

Pakil, Laguna 

The largest religious activity consisting of 7 fiestas or lupi to commemorate the seven sorrows of Our 

Lady of Turumba, starting before the Holy Week every nine days thereafter and ends in the month of 

June and in celebrated with dancing procession. 

PAGTALTAL SA GUIMARAS 


Lenten Presentation on the hillside of Jordan with locals as actors. This ala-Oberrammergau Passion 

Play has been attracting locals and tourists whose visit usually culminates in the trek to "Balaan 

Bukid". 

CUTUD LENTEN RITES 

San Pedro Cutud, San Fernando, Pampanga 

A re-enactment of Christ''s passion and death. 

PAMALANDONG HA PALO 

Palo, Leyte 

Dramatic re-enactment of Christ''s sufferings on the cross. 

ALIMANGO FESTIVAL 

Lala, Lanao del Norte 

A festival to celebrate "Araw ng Lala" featuring displays of different sizes of alimango (crab). Also 

features native costumes, dances and cotests depicting and promoting local culture and tradition and 

fluvial parade passing through unspoiled mangroves. 

TORUGPO 

Carigara, Leyte 

Carabao and horse fights. 

BIRTHDAY OF GENERAL EMILIO AGUINALDO 

Cavite 

A celebration commemorating the birth of the First President of the Philippine Republic. 

19 MARTYRS OF AKLAN 

Kalibo, Aklan 

Celebration dedicated to the 19 martyrs of Aklan who consecrated their lives in the cause of freedom

against the colonizers. 

SUNDUAN HA CARIGARA 

Carigara, Leyte 

Cultural/social activities and float parade held on Easter Sunday. 

KABANHAWAN FESTIVAL 

Minglanilla, Cebu 

Showcases the "SUGAT" in which the town is known for many years since. This year, the celebration 

will be more grand followed by a day long games and entertainment tht highlights the endowment of 

Minglanilla in history, trade and arts. 

LUCKY SUMMER VISITOR/S 

Baguio City 

A special feature of Summer in Baguio Project, this annual event spearheaded by the Baguio 

Correspondents and Broadcasters Club, will choose the lucky visitors to the Summer Capital of the 

Philippines and will be afforded prizes that include hosted meals, tours, free accommodations, and 

other souvenir items 

SEMANA SANTA AT SILAY CITY 

Silay City 

Highlights of activities fall on Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Black Saturday and Easter Sunday. The 

Christian Community Theater in coordination with the Silay City Government presents 

contemporized and stylized version of the sacrifices, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Good 

Friday procession of the images of Saints made in Italy and crafted by the local artists attract 

believers and tourists alike. 

MALIBAY CENACULO 

Tanghalang Malibay, Malibay Plaza, Pasay City 

A 10-day activity commencing with daily performances of particular scenes from the Bible stories. 

Different scenes are to be performed by Cenaculistas of Pasay. 

KATKAT SAKRIPISYO SA 3003 STEPS 

Dipolog City 

A mountain climbing/trekking activity and via cruces participated in by the Catholic community of 

Zamboanga del Norte and the neighboring municipalities. 

LIVE STATIONS OF THE CROSS AT SAN CARLOS CITY 

San Carlos City, Negros Occidental 

A live reenactment of the 14 Stations of the Cross along the main thoroughfares of the city. 

PAGTALTAL IN BAROTAC VIEJO 

Barotac Viejo, Iloilo 

A yearly depiction of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. 

KALBARYO 

San Vicente Ferrer Parish Bgy. La Granja, La Carlota City 

Live re-enactment of the 7 last words held on Good Friday at the Hills of Bgy. La Granja. The 

Kalbaryo, being a community based and multi-sectoral theatrical showcase makes a total distinction

in translating the promise of Christ's most liberating resurrection. 

PAGHUKOM 

Calinog, Iloilo 

Lenten presentation depicting the judgment, crucifixion, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. 

KAPIYA DISPLAY AND PASYON SINGING CONTEST 

Santa Barbara, Iloilo 

A Kapiya or tableau of the 14 Stations of the Cross is set-up in strategic places all over the town 

where the procession would pass through. This tableau would either be composed of human 

characters or art works. On Good Friday, people would go around the town to witness the judging of 

the most unique and beautiful Kapiya along with the most authentic Pasyon (Passions of Christ) 

Singing. 

ANG HATOL . . . .(THE WAY OF THE CROSS) 

Cainta, Rizal 

A stage presentation that highlighted the judgement of Jesus Christ 

GIWANG-GIWANG 

Binangonan, Rizal 

It is a play executed every Good Friday by replaying the funeral of Jesus Christ through a procession. 

Due to the influx of tourists, devotes and other people trying to touch the “Sepulkro”, it sways, hence, 

Giwang-giwang. People searching for an amulet or anting-anting to join this religious activity. 

SALUBONG (ANGONO, RIZAL) 

Angono, Rizal 

Black Saturday is highlighted by 3-hour presentation of “Vigilia na Muling Pagkabuhay” at the patio 

of the church. On Easter Sunday, a celebration is held of the reunion of the Risen Christ with Virgin 

Mary is reenacted. It is facilitated by young girl inside an inverted giant paper flower suspended the 

removal of the mourning veil from Mary’s head by a from bamboo trellis. The petals are mechanically 

opened by giant toy birds to reveal the girl inside. It is then followed by a religious dancing of young 

ladies called “Kapitana” and “Tenyenta”, to the tune of “Bati”. 

LENTEN FESTIVAL OF HERBAL PREPARATION 

San Antonio, Siquijor 

A time when herbalists from all over Visayas and Mindanao participate in a ritual known as "Tang- 

Alap". 

CUARESMA 

San Jose, Antique 

The center celebration is replete with theater practice: from Domingo de Ramos (Palm Sunday) to 

Paskwa kang Pagkabanhaw (Easter Sunday). It is a one week theatrical events where there is a street 

pageantry where the dramatic persons are composed of antiquated life-sized images of saints on 

pasos decorated with flower. 

SUGAT 

San Carlos, Negros Occ. 

A religious procession that depicts the meeting of the resurrected Jesus Christ and His mother, the 

Blessed Virgin Mary. It is usually celebrated every dawn of Easter Sunday.

HUDAS-HUDAS 

San Jose, Antique 

Initiated by the Aglipayan Church since the seventies. The people gather in the town plaza to hang 

Judas and burned the effigy done on Black Saturday. In this spectacle, the people are reminded of 

Judas' treachery and they all participate in "executing" him. 

SALUBONG (EASTER VIGIL) AND PASKO NG PAGKABUHAY (FEAST OF THE RESURRECTION 

Barangay San Dionisio, Parañaque City 

The Easter festivity unfolds at dawn around five o'clock with a procession heralding the resurrection 

of Christ and his reunion with Mary. While the molded images of Mother and Son are placed side by 

side, a little girl dressed up like an angel replace the Blessed Virgin's black veil of grief and mourning 

with a white one as the Osana, a hymn of praise and adoration endemic to Parañaque, is sung. 

KISI-KISI FESTIVAL 


Kisi Kisi Dance Parade is a dance parade which stands for the way fishes flip-flops and twitches as 

they are hauled during the bountiful harvest. It starts at 1:00 in the afternoon where participating 

groups wear costumes and headdresses adorned with multi-colored shells & fish nets while props 

include bamboo poles and baskets used for fishing. Before the dance parade a re-enactment of the 

Sinulod is being shown wherein the town’s patron Sr. Sto. Niño saved the village from the moro raids. 

MANOK NI SAN PEDRO FESTIVAL 

San Pedro, Laguna 

Grand parade of various and colorful floats participated in by both government and private sectors 

while the tribal groups aggressively partakes on street dancing with numerous tribal participants 

lined-up alternately with floats. 

HALADAYA FESTIVAL 

Daan Bantayan, Cebu 

Is celebrated every Easter Sunday and ends with a streetdancing on the seventh day after Easter. 

Haladaya means "Halad kang Datu Daya", the leader of the first Malayan settlers in Daan Bantayan. 

SIARGAO INTERNATIONAL MOUNTAIN BIKE CUP 

General Luna, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte 

An annual international competition which is open for all local and foreign bikers. 

TABACCO FESTIVAL 

Candon City, Ilocos Sur 

Annual festival to promote major industry of the city "Tobacco." 

KATKAT SA DIPOLOG 

Dipolog City 

An annual activity at the mountain ranges of Dipolog City’s Linabo Peak and the Sungkilaw Falls 

area. This is participated in by mountaineers and nature trekkers, which is to be held every summer 

season in Dipolog City. 

GAWAGAWAY-YAN FESTIVAL 

Cauayan City 

Celebrates the cityhood of the City of Canayan in Isabela Province; activities include cultural shows, 

trade shows, parades and street dancing and variety shows, etc.

SINUGDAN/COMMEMORATION OF THE FIRST CHRISTIAN MASS 

Limasawa Island, Southern Leyte 

Commemoration of the first mass in the Philippines held by the Spaniards. 

FIRST EASTER MASS CELEBRATION 

Butuan City 

A re-enactment of Magellan's landing and planting of the cross on March 21, 1521 at Mazaua, 

Butuan City.

APRIL 

BUTANDING FESTIVAL 

Donsol, Sorsogon 

A festival which users the “Butanding” (whaleshark) season and a thanksgiving for its 

blessings to the people of Donsol. The festival is highlighted by a street parade. 

SUROY TA 

Davao City 

Initiated by the City Tourism Office, this activity offers affordable tours around Davao City. 

ENCHANTED KINGDOM ANNIVERSARY FIREWORKS COMPETITION 

Enchanted Kingdom, Laguna 

The competition is an annual tradition that features the best fireworks suppliers in a contest 

to out-do each other in presenting supreme-quality pyrotechnics. EK is celebrating 10 years 

of providing magic and enchantment to the public. As a treat to their patrons, guests to the 

park will witness at least 4 fireworks presentations for all weekend of April and May. 

FIESTA PASIKLAB 

Commonwealth Ave., Diliman, Quezon City 

It is a multi-lateral Trade Exposition highlighting 12 renowned provincial festivals: Ati-Atihan 

of Aklan, Higantes of Angono, Iloilo''s Dinagyang Festival, Lucban''s Pahiyas, Davao''s 

Kadayawan, Ilocos Sur''s Viva Vigan, Bacolod''s Masskara, Zamboanga''s Hermosa, Naga''s 

Peñafrancia, Batangas'' Parada ng Lechon, Tacloban''s Pintados, and Cebu''s Sinulog. 

HUMAN CANVAS BODY PAINTING COMPETITION 

SM Megamall, Building B, Open Parking Space C, Mandaluyong City 

It is a competition that aims to open the minds of Filipinos to a whole new perpective on body 

art through body art works sporting the theme: FESTIVALS OF THE ISLANDS promoting the 

many beautiful and exciting places our country has to offer. It hopes to make Filipinos realize 

that this kind of art is not pornography but a new and exciting art form. 


La Castellana, Negros Occidental 

A harvest festival that opens on the first day of April, showcasing the different varieties of 

banana which is abundant in the municipality. 

KESONG PUTI FESTIVAL 

Sta Cruz, Laguna 

Different activities lined up in this celebration that include trade fair, food festival, cultural 

shows, street dancing, painting contest, beauty pageant and with highlight on the 

kesongputi, made from carabao milk, fermented and wrapped in banana leaves. 

LILIW GAT TAYAW FOOTWEAR FESTIVAL 

Liliw, Laguna 

A colorful event highlighted by a parade of floats featuring the agricultural and industrial 

products of Liliw.

ALLAW TA APO SANDAWA (TRIBES HONOR MT. APO) 

Kidapawan City, North Cotabato 

A gathering of all highland tribes in honor of Mt. Apo as the country''s highest peak, it comes 

as no surprise that Mt. Apo is considered sacred ground. Join the highland tribes of 

Mindanao to the mountain in this annual gathering. 

ASEAN PARAGAMES VISMIN ELIMINATION GAMES” 


Paralethics from Visayas and Mindanao will converge in Zamboanga City for a three-day 

sports competition. Champions in this event will then compete in the 3rd ASEAN Paragames 

to be held in Manila in December 2005. 

NATIONAL INVITATIONAL SKIMBOARDING COMPETITION 

Misamis Oriental 

A showcase of skills, courage and agility of skimboarders coming from various parts of the 

country. 

GEMS OF THE PHILIPPINES (YAMAN NG PILIPINAS) 

Maharlika Hall of Casino Filipino, Parañaque City 

A dinner/cultural show presented by the Asian Gem Tourism Foundation, Inc. in cooperation 

with DOT and PAGCOR. It is an authentic cultural extravaganza showcasing the rich heritage 

of Filipino culture, fashion, traditions and festivities through dances, music and songs. 

MT. HAMIGUITAN JOURNEY 

La Unino, San Isidro, Davao Oriental 

A trek to Mt. Hamiguitan where one finds the 600 hectares Bonsai Field or the so called 

"Pgymy Forest". 

ARAW NG KAGITINGAN 

Mt Samat, Bataan 

The fall of Bataan is commemorated every year. Top government officials, Japanese and 

American WW II veterans including their Filipino counterparts and visitors go to Mt. Samat to 

participate at the annual rites held to honor the bravery of the soldiers who fought for the 

defense of Bataan. 

PANA-AD SA NEGROS (GRAND CELEBRATION) 

Bacolod City, Negros Occidental 

Is the "festival of all festivals" in the province. It is a week-long summer event that brings 

together the towns and cities in Negros Occidental in one big showcase of handicrafts, 

products, tourism attractions, and local festivals. Festivities include trade and food fairs, 

garden show, golf tournament, singing and songwriting competitions, beauty pageant, and a 

fiesta presentation featuring the festival of each town and city in a colorful and jubilant 

presentation at the Pana-ad Park and Stadium

CONQUER MT. APO 

Mt. Apo, Davao City 

An annual summer climb to Mt. Apo, the country's highest peak. 

NATIONAL CAVING CONGRESS 

San Miguel, Baggao, Cagayan 

The Congress aims to foster relationship among cavers in the country and to help develop the 

knowledge and attitude of the community on the Tourism Industry. The Sierra Madre 

Outdoor Club and Sang-at Salug Outdoor Club are pioneering outdoor groups in region 02 

are collaborating for the event. 

BANCATHON SA MAGNAGA 

Pantukan, Comval 

An annual motorized banca race among fisherman of the region within waters of Magnaga 

offering huge cash prizes 

PAHIMIS FESTIVAL 

Amadeo, Cavite 

A Festival that revives the coffee industry 

SINABALU FESTIVAL 

Rizal, Cagayan 

Celebrates the town fiesta of Rizal highlighting the Malaweg ancestry and cooking of 

glutinous rice on bamboos; showcasing the culture in songs and dances. 

MANGGAHAN SA GUIMARAS 

Guimaras 

A commemorative celebration of the anniversary of Guimaras as a province and to showcase 

the premier product of the province (mango) and the various local attractions. 

ANGKAN-ANGKAN 

Marikina City, Metro Manila 

Ka-angkan is the Feast of Clans being celebrated during the Cityhood Anniversary of 

Marikina. The feast is being celebrated as a tribute to the native residents of the city since 

they were the ones who formed the community and shaped the city’s own culture and 

tradition. 

TAMPISAW FESTIVAL (EARTH DAY CELEBRATION) 

Concepcion, Iloilo 

A 3-day annual festivity to commemorate the Earth Day Celebration which features fluvial 

parade, tree-planting and other environment educational activities.

SUNDUAN 

Pasig City, Metro Manila 

A colorful procession of 2 barangays which hold their respective fiestas every other year, 

sharing one patron saint - Sta. Rosa de Lima. The image is fetched by the celebrating 

barangay from the other barangay. 

BANGUS FESTIVAL 

Dagupan City, Pangasinan 

Part of Dagupan''s Pista''y Dayat celebration, highlight of which is the longest bangus grill, 

101 ways to cook bangus, Bangus Harvest Dance parade, sports competition/exhibition. 

OBANDO FERTILITY RITES 

Obando, Bulacan 

Childless couples, praying that they bear children, do the "fertility dance" on the streets of 

Obando. The fiesta is observed in honor of Sta. Clara, San Pascual and Virgen de Salambao. 

TANDUYONG FESTIVAL 

San Jose City, Bulacan 

A parade to give thanks for a good harvest participated by various barangays and 

establishments in colorful costumes and instead of marching, dance in the street. 

TUNGOH AD HUNGDUAN 

Hungduan, Ifugao 

A cultural fiesta of the Ifugaos of Hungduan which features ethnic games, rituals, arts and 

crafts-oriented activities. 

MANGO-BAMBOO FESTIVAL AND TRADE FAIR 

San Carlos, Pangasinan 

A festival promoting San Carlos City as major trading center of bamboo based 

products/furniture and best producer of "carabao" mangoes and other mango variety in the 

country. 

COCOWAYAN FESTIVAL 

Isabela City 

Beauty pageant, street dances and trade fair of coconut and bamboo products which abound 

in Isabela, characterize this festival. 

GOTAD AD HINGYON 

Hingyon Municipality, Ifugao 

Ethnic thanksgiving with cultural fair by Ifugaos in Hingyon.

BANGKARERA (Boat-rowing race) 

Penablanca, Cagayan 

A boat-rowing race at the clear waters of the Pinacanuan River within the Callao Caves 

Tourist Zone. 

SANDUGUAN FESTIVAL 

Calapan, Mindoro Oriental 

Reviving the barter trade between the Mait native and the Chinese traders. This weeklong 

festivity features agro-trade, historical parade, reenactment of the barter trading and Indakan 

sa Sanduguan (a street dancing competition). 

BAGABAS ECO-FEST 

Daet, Camarines Norte 

KINULOB FESTIVAL 

Mabini, Batangas 

Kinulob Festival gives recognition to the local native chicken raisers. Kinulob is one way of 

cooking the whole chicken with unique presentation. Street dance competition, mini band 

exhibition, cultural presentation and Mutya ng Mabini pageant are some of the highlights of 

the festival. 

KADAUGAN SA MACTAN FESTIVAL 

Bgy. Mactan, Lapu-Lapi City, Cebu 

A week-long commemoration of the historic battle of Mactan between the Spanish 

Conquistador Fernando Magallanes and Mactan Chieftain Lapu-Lapu. 

HINUGYAW SA HINIGARAN FESTIVAL 

Hinigaran, Negros Occidental 

"Hinugyaw" a local dialect that means rejoice/revelry is celebrated every 25th to 30th of April 

every year. The six day festivities will culminate on April 30 with a grand parade in the 

afternoon featuring street dancing performers in their colorful costumes. 

GOTAD AD KIANGAN 

Kiangan, Ifugao 

An Ifugao cultural celebration featuring Kiangan''s ethnic customs and traditions 

PISTA SA KINAIYAHAN 

Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur 

A tree-planting activity done at the foot of Mt. Apo and clean-up program at the peak. 

PINAKBET FESTIVAL 

Sta. Maria, Ilocos Sur 

A festival celebrating a favorite dish of the Ilocanos, “pinakbet” featuring street dances, 

cooking competitions 

CANGMATING SIBULAN, NEGROS ORIENTAL 

Yagyag Festival 

Yagyag is the vernacular for spawning, to lay eggs or spread, propagate and grow. The 

process refers in particular to the crabs and other marine creatures that gather during the

months of October to December in Sapa, one of two springs found in Barangay Cangmating 

of Sibulan. 

KAROSAHAN FESTIVAL 

Nueva Valencia, Guimaras 

This is a proud tradition where beautiful maidens compete for attention with the gailydecorated 

Karosas with their load of goodies. 

BAHAG-HARI FESTIVAL 

Pinamalayan, Mindoro Oriental 

A colorful celebration highlighted by street dancing, a parade of float and a different Moriones 

Festival. 

PISTA'Y DAYAT (THANKSGIVING) 


Thanksgiving festival for the year''s bountiful harvest from the sea celebrated every 1st of 

May. 

BANGUS FESTIVAL 

Dagupan City, Pangasinan 

Part of Dagupan''s Pista''y Dayat celebration, highlight of which is the longest bangus grill, 

101 ways to cook bangus, Bangus Harvest Dance parade, sports competition/exhibition. 

THE SABUTAN FESTIVAL AND MINI-TRADE FAIR 

Mabitac, Mindoro Oriental 

Exhibit of different products mainly from Sabutan. 

AKLAN DAY CELEBRATION 

Aklan 

An annual celebration commemorating the province''s founding anniversary when it formally 

declared independence for its mother province of Capiz on April 25, 1958. 

PANAGAT "FISH" TIVAL 

Estancia, Iloilo 

This is a tribute to fishermen of Estancia. It is a celebration that calls for ultimate 

cooperation and soul of "Bayanihan" among their neighboring town. 

KUTSITSA FESTIVAL 

Molave, Zamboanga del Sur 

This is a thanksgiving event for a bountiful harvest, with festivities like street dancing 

competition and agri-trade fair. 

AWESOME DIVES PHILIPPINES: AN ADVENTURE LIFESTYLE 

April 26- April 28 | Glorietta Activity Center, Makati City 

The 1st Dive Show in the Philippines 

KAFAGWAY 2005 

April 27 | Baguio City 

A commemorative event reliving the liberation of Baguio City from the control of Japanese

Forces through a moving pageant along Session Road 

PASALAMAT FESTIVAL 

La Carlota City, Negros Occidental 

Held every Sunday nearest the first of May or Labor Day. It is a harvest thanksgiving 

celebration by the people of La Carlota City. The festival is based on an age-old practice of 

offering thanksgiving to the god of agriculture living inside Kanlaon Volcano. 

MANGO-BAMBOO FESTIVAL AND TRADE FAIR 

San Carlos, Pangasinan 

A festival promoting San Carlos City as major trading center of bamboo based 

products/furniture and best producer of "carabao" mangoes and other mango variety in the 

country. 

SAKNUNGAN FESTIVAL 

San Jose, Mindoro Occidental 

Festival incorporating the exhibition of the cultural heritage of Mindoro’s ethnic communities. 

TINAPAHAN FESTIVAL 

Lemery, Batangas 

A 3-day festivities that will showcase a trade fair of agro-industrial products, lectures on 

livestock raising and food processing as well as food demo competition 

PISTA’Y DAYAT (THANKSGIVING) 


Thanksgiving festival for the year''s bountiful harvest from the sea celebrated every 1st of 

May. 

IMBAYAH 

Banaue, Ifugao 

Ethnic Sports Festival and thanksgiving rites featuring Ifugao''s traditional practices 

showcased in their songs, dances, arts & crafts 

ANTIPOLO PILGRIMAGE 

Antipolo, Rizal 

Every May, many pilgrims are seen taking the mudtrodden path leading to Antipolo. It is in 

this small town that one can find the religious shrine of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage, 

popularly known as the Virgin of Antipolo.

MAY 

FLORES DE MAYO / SANTACRUZAN 

Nationwide 

A parade of the town's loveliest ladies depicting the search and discovery of Christ's Cross by 

Queen Helena and Constantine. 

DAVAO GULF REGATTA 

Davao Oriental 

A regionwide float parade representing all municipalities along the gulf, converge in 

one place featuring decorated bancas and vintas of different designs for competition. 

VIVA VIGAN FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS 

Vigan, Ilocos Sur 

A festival in a setting replete with history, heritage and cultural treasures and reminiscences. 

PISTA NG PRODUKTONG PILIPINO 

Boardwalk Beach Resort (Subic, Olongapo City) 

Pista ng Produktong Pilipino Manufacturers & Exporters Association, Inc. (PPPMEA) together 

with ATMACS/Events On Line in cooperation with SBMA, 

BOA-BOAHAN "ALINSANGAN" FESTIVAL 

Nabua, Camarines Sur 

A colorful cultural festival of pagan origin. Derived from the dialect "Alinsangan" 

SUMMER FESTIVAL: PILIPINYAHAN 

Tagaytay City 

The Pilipinyahan Fest is conceptualized by Tagaytay tourism council in coordination with the 

Local Government unit to promote the pineapple as the most appealing agricultural product 

in the locality. 

SUMMER FESTIVAL: SANTACRUZAN 

Tagaytay City 

Parade of beauties from Tourism Oriented and related Establishments of the city. 

100 ISLANDS FESTIVAL 

Lucap, Alaminos, Pangasinan 

A merry making and festivity in Western Pangasinan featuring thanksgiving Mass at the 

seashore of Lucap 

PATTARADAY FESTIVAL: ARAW NG SANTIAGO 

Santiago City 

Pattaraday which means unity is celebrated on the occasion of the founding anniversary of

Santiago. It celebrates the unity of the ethno-linguistic groups that have merged in the city to 

make it the melting pot of culture of Region 02 and contributed to the city’s progress and 

development-unity in action. 

PAHINUNGOD FESTIVAL 

Calape, Bohol 

A 10-day fiesta commemorating the town’s rich ancestry and devotion to the San Vicente 

Ferrer - its town saint and the Calapenhons “pahinungod” (offer) to come home annually. 

BALANGAY FESTIVAL 

Butuan City 

A month-long fiesta celebration of Butuan City 

JOURNEY TO MT. HAMIGUITAN 

Isidro, Davao Oriental 

A trek to Mt. Hamiguitan which is the site of the 600 hectare Bonsai field: Pygmy Forest 

SALUBONG (HOLY CROSS FESTIVAL) 

Alitagtag and Bauan, Batangas 

A festive celebration of meeting the Holy Cross of Bauan and Holy cross of Alitagtag and 

Binuhalan shrine at 8:00 am. 

DAYAW DALAN FESTIVAL 

San Jacinto, Ticao 

Dayaw is an old Tigaonon term which means “to show off, parade or display”. In its strictest 

meaning, dayaw is to present with pride what is distinctly and essentially inherent in a 

person. Dalan on the other hand, means in olden times, a mountain trail which now includes 

path, street and highway. Dayaw Dalan Festival symbolizes the best of what the municipality 

of San Jacinto have as a town and as a people. The festival is held in honor of its patron 

saint, Santo Cristo de Burgos. 

CARABAO-CARROZA FESTIVAL 

Pavia, Iloilo 

Established since 1973 and considered as one of Iloilo's oldest festival, visitors are treated 

with an extensive showcase of 18 gaily-decorated carrozas with painted carabaos and their 

muses 

SUBLIAN FESTIVAL 

Batangas City, Batangas 

An annual celebration to pay homage to the Holy Cross for a bountiful harvest. 

BAWANG (GARLIC) FESTIVAL 

Sinait, Ilocos Sur

Competitions and exhibits include biggest garlic, longest and most creative twined garlic 

bulbs. 

FEAST OF THE HOLY CROSS 

Sta. Cruz, Marinduque 

Fiesta of Sta. Cruz in honor of the Holy Cross religious, cultural, and civic activtites are lined 

up. 

ISABELA DAY: BAMBANTI FESTIVAL 

Isabela 

Anniversary of the establishment of the civil government of Isabela in honor of Queen Isabela 

II. Activities like agro-industrial trade and tourism fairs, parades, sports events, beauty 

pageant and others are conducted to entertain visitors. 

MANTAWI FESTIVAL 

Mandaue City, Cebu 

A showcase of the city’s historical heritage and identity promoting the city as industrial and 

tourist hub, that involves the Spanish regime through street dancing, dioramas, floats, 

heroes and great personages as higantes, food festival and sports events. 

BASI FESTIVAL 

Naguilian, La Union 

Objective of the event is to promote "basi", a wine made from sugarcane. Activities include 

street dancing, sport events, agri-trade fair & other amusement games. 

FLORES DE MAYO SA MAKATI 

Glorietta, Makati City 

One of the biggest processions in Metro Manila participated in by young ladies representing 

the 33 barangays of Makati, tourism-related establishments, local and government offices 

corporations based in Makati. 

PUJADA BAY FESTIVAL 

Mati, Davao Oriental 

Fluvial festival to showcase the bounty of coastal resources, lectures on coastal 

protection/management; cultural presentation and parade. 

GLOBAL BALIK-BUTUAN PROGRAM 

Butuan City 

A grand reunion for all Butuanons residing abroad and other parts of the country to come 

home and reunite with old friends, classmates, and relatives especially during the Balangay 

Festival and Adlaw Hong Butuan. 

FEAST OF OUR LADY OF BIGLANG AWA_(MARINDUQUE) 

Boac, Marinduque 

A celebration in honor of the Patroness of Marinduque 

MAKALAWAN "PINYA FESTIVAL" 

Calauan, Laguna 

Promotes the juicy and sweetest pineapple or "pinya" as main agricultural product of the 

town of Calauan.

AGAWAN SA SARIAYA 

Sariaya, Quezon 

A thanksgiving celebration of the Lord for the good harvest and abundance of agricultural 

production. 

MAYOHAN SA TAYABAS 

Tayabas, Quezon 

A thanksgiving event marked with agro-trade fair and the famous agawan ng suman in honor 

of San Isidro Labrador, patron saint of farmers, for the good harvest and abundance of 

agricultural product. 

MAGAYON FESTIVAL (HONORING MT. MAYON) 

Albay 

A festival in the merry month of May, showcasing Albay as it comes to age, its cultural 

heritage, trade, travel and tourism beyond Majestic Mount Mayon. The festival includes 

various activity such as beauty pageant, photo/art exhibit, street parade, trade fair, sports 

fest, guided tours, etc. 

PAHIYAS FESTIVAL 

Lucban, Quezon 

An annual celebration to usher in a bountiful harvest; where homes are decorated with the 

town''s best agricultural products. 

BALWARTE SA GUMACA 

Gumaca, Quezon 

Huge arches placed on the strategic locations are lavishly decorated with the most colorful 

farm produce, local delicacies, horticultural products, palm fronds etc. 

PAUKYABAN FESTIVAL 

Butuan City 

It is an agro-industrial show that featured species of plants and flowers in a display of unique 

landscapes. 

SUNDUAN 

Brgy. La Huerta, Parañaque City 

The traditional rites means literally "to pick up the girl at the house". 

MANO PO SAN ROQUE FESTIVAL 

Valenzuela City 

Street dancing and procession along the city’s major thoroughfares in commemoration of the 

feast of San Roque, highlighting the customs and traditional celebration of the festival. 

SANTA CRUZAN IN BAGUIO "SABSABONG TI MAYO" 

Baguio City 

A fashion show featuring beauties and designers from North Philippines 

ALBAY DAY 

Albay 

The Provincial Government of Albay has declared May 14 as "Albay Day" starting May 14,

2004 and every year after. The celebration which falls in May during the annual month-long 

Magayon Festival 

PULILAN CARABAO FESTIVAL 

Pulilan, Bulacan 

A thanksgiving fiesta that features oiled, perfumed carabaos paying homage to Pulilan''s 

patron saint by kneeling in front of his statue. 

FIESTA BICOLANDIA CRUISE “PEÑAFRANCIA PILGRIMAGE” 

Cebu City 

Bringing the best of the Bicol region showcasing its products, festivals, arts and crafts, 

among others highlighted by the procession of Our Lady of Peñafrancia joined by the Bicol 

Association of Cebu and Marianne devotees. 

FEAST OF SAN ISIDRO LABRADOR/CARABAO FESTIVAL 

Angono, Rizal 

A tribute to San Isidro Labrador with colorful/joyous procession of carabao carts carrying a 

myriad of local products 

SAN ISIDRO FESTIVAL (PANDANAN) 

Luisiana, Laguna 

An annual celebration in honor of farmer’s patron saint San Isidro Labrador. 

FEAST IN THE HONOR ST. VINCENT FERRER 

Dipolog City 

Dipolog City fiesta celebrated with motocross, concerts and beauty pageants 

ONGGOYAN FESTIVAL 

Malimono, Surigao del Norte 

Celebrated with much gaiety and funfare. It features agro-Industrial fair, beauty contest, 

sports festival and street dancing depicting movement of monkeys. 

IKALAHAN/KALANGUYA FESTIVAL 

Imugan and Malico, Pangasinan 

It aims to preserve and develop cultural tradition and better understand indigenous peoples 

and their cultural practices including how they protect the forest. 

PAGSALABUK FESTIVAL 

Dipolog City 

Pagsalubok Festival is a Subano term that means "get together" or "togetherness," which 

aims to showcase the myriad interplay of culture among the Muslims, the Lumads and the 

varied and diverse culture of the settlers form all over the Philippines to include the Spanish, 

Chinese, American and other Asian culture that have meticulously woven and shaped into 

what is now the unique Mindanao tri-people culture 

OBANDO FERTILITY RITES 

Obando, Bulacan 

Childless couples, praying that they bear children, do the "fertility dance" on the streets of 

Obando. The fiesta is observed in honor of Sta. Clara, San Pascual and Virgen de Salambao.

SARUNG BANGGI FESTIVAL 

Sto. domingo, Albay 

A fun-filled 8-day summer activity to immortalize the song Sarung Banggi and pay tribute to 

its composer Potenciano Gregorio. It showcases a variety of cultural and religious activities, 

food and sports fest, Beauty Search, folksong fest, agro-industrial fair and many more. 

SANGGUTAN FESTIVAL 

Barugo, Leyte 

A dance of the drinkers honoring the age-old process of wine-making. 

FARMERS FESTIVAL 

Bacarra, Ilocos Norte 

A festival that highlights a street dance parade participated in by cressed up framers; agroindustrial 

trade fair; contest of the biggest farm harvest and livestock. 

BANWAHON FESTIVAL 

Barangay Mat-i, Surigao City 

An ethnic dance competition depicting customs and traditions as well as the culture of early 

inhabitants of Barangay Mat-i Surigao City 

KAOGMA FESTIVAL 

Camarines Sur 

A week-long celebration of the of the foundation anniversary of the Province of Camarines 

Sur. The festival features numerous activities such as cultural expositions, sports events, 

beauty pageant, procession and Grand Parade. 

LUBI-LUBI (Coconut) FESTIVAL 

Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental 

A cultural presentation using parts of the coconut palm and other indigenous materials as 

props and costumes. 

PANAGYAMAN FESTIVAL 

Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya 

The 165th Anniversary of the establishment of the civil government of Nueva Vizcaya. 

Activities include street parades,street dancing, cultural shows, float parades and contest, 

sports events by municipality, agro-industrial fairs, others. 

BOLOBONG KINGKING FESTIVAL 

Loboc, Bohol 

A music and dance festivity depicting the history, folklore and traditions of the Lobocanons. 

Bolibong Kingking is a term applied to the drums and gongs and their rhythm used to 

accompany the supplicantion dance ritual in frong of the Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe, 

the 2nd Patron of Loboc. 

PAHOY-PAHOY FESTIVAL (SCARECROW) 

Western Samar 

A grand parade and street dancing of people in scarecrow costumes.

SANTACRUZAN WITH KUMBIRA 

Rizal Blvd., Dumaguete City 

Procession of biblical characters and the traditional sagalas representing the Blessed Virgin’s 

attributes. On this festivity one can also witness the city’s prettiest promenade in their finery 

parading followed by performing contingents. 

MALUMAGPAK CHALLENGE 

New Bataan, Compostela Valley 

A trek to Mt. Manurigao-Malumagpak, one of the region''s newly discovered eco-tourism 

destinations. 

SANTACRUZAN SA INTRAMUROS 

Intramuros, Manila 

Department of Tourism together with Intramuros Administration will bring back the glamour 

of the 1900s Manila Carnival Queen in this year’s Santacruzan sa Intramuros. 

PADARAW FESTIVAL 

Bulan, Sorsogon 

A festival showcsing colorful costumes fashioned from the abaca fiber. It is highlighted by a 

grand street presentation wherein the participants are clad in colorful costumes using the 

abaca fibers. 

TAPUSAN 

May 31 | Alitagtag, Batangas 

Tapusan honors the Holy Cross on the last day of May 

SANTACRUZAN (ZAMBOANGA CITY) 

May 31 | Zamboanga City 

Parade of beauties with Reyna Elena carrying the Holy Cross. 

JUNE 

BILANG-BILANG ABAYAN FESTIVAL 

Balangay Taft, Surigao City, Surigao del Norte 

A showcase of religious heritage of the Surigaonons in honor of St. Virgen de la Paz Y de 

Buen Viaje. 

RIZAL ARTIST FESTIVAL 

Angono, Rizal 

The festival aims to create awareness and appreciation of Philippine Art and Culture; and 

promoting arts and culture as vital attraction for local and foreign tourist. Rizal has the 

potential of becoming a tourist destination particularly in the field of arts and crafts. It is 

known as the home of various national artists, musicians and other equally creative artist 

SAKAY-SAKAY ABAYAN (FLUVIAL PROCESSION) 

Barangay Taft, Surigao City 

A procession at sea led by the Patron Saint of Bilang-Bilang, Virgen dela Paz Y Buen Viaje, 

the patroness of good voyage aboard a beautifully adorned vessel followed by colourful motor 

launches and bancas passing through the Surigao Strait and back to the City wharf.

LINGGO NG ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE & "SARDINES AND MANGO FESTIVAL" 

Dipolog City 

A week's celebration featuring agro-industrial fairs, sports, beauty pageants, concerts, 

cultural shows and street dancing. 

PHILIPPINE EAGLE WEEK 

Davao City 

Various activities in support of the Philippine Eagle Conservation Program. 

SUROY SA SURIGAO (GUIDED FAMILIARIZATION TOURS) 

Dinagat and Siaragao Island 

To promote domestic tourism, the Provincial Government is sponsoring guided tours to 

elementary and secondary students. The tour includes visits to important kind marks and 

scenic spots. 

CAMOTES CASSAVA FESTIVAL 

Tudela, Camotes Island 

A yearly celebration of a bountiful harvest. A time where farmers display their various 

cassava-based products, share their varied technical experiences in producing and 

processing cassava products. Among the activities are the Best Booth Contest, Poster Making 

contest, Search for new cassava food products, cultural night and the search for Miss 

Camotes Tourism. 

CARRERA HABAGAT 

Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte 

The toughest four-day adventure race and the biggest in the Philippines. It involves trekking 

and trail running, kayaking, mountain biking, swimming, rappelling, orienteering, land 

navigation and special skills section. 

ARAW NG AGUSAN DEL NORTE 

Agusan del Norte 

Anniversary of Agusan Del Norte. It is highlighted with civic parade, sports fest, and agroindustrial 

fair. 

ARAW NG AGUSAN DEL SUR 

Agusan del Sur 

In celebration of the R.A. 4969 enacted on June 17, 1967 dividing Agusan province into two: 

Agusan del Norte and del Sur 

INDEPENDENCE DAY 

Cavite, Manila, and other historical site, (nationwide) 

Re-enactment of the historic proclamation of the Philippine Independence is done at the 

mansion of Gen Emilio Aguinaldo, the first president of the Philippine Republic. 

ARAW NG COTABATO 

Cotabato City 

Charter Anniversary of Cotabato City.

LA TRINIDAD FOUNDATION DAY 

La Trinidad, Benguet 

General cleaning and tree planting acitivity along with cultural 

shows and sports fest. 

INDEPENDENCE DAY (BAGUIO CITY) 

Baguio City 

A parade along the city's main road celebrating the 107th Independence from foreign control. 

BATTLE OF BESANG PASS 

Cervantes, Ilocos Sur 

Commemoration of the historical victory of the Filipino guerillas in Northern Luzon which led 

to the surrender of Gen. Yamashita and the end of the Japanese occupation in the 

Philippines. 

PINEAPPLE/PINYASAN FESTIVAL 

Camarines Norte 

A festival featuring the sweet, succulent pineapple thru art exhibits, trade fairs, cultural 

performances and sports events. 

30K BAOTO MARATHON 

Agusan del Norte 

An annual contest held during the celebration of Araw ng Agusan. 

NALIYAGAN FESTIVAL 

Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur 

In celebration of the Foundation anniversary of Agusan del Sur. It is a six-day socio-cultural 

and arts exposition of the indigenous tribes in the entire Agusan Valley. 

BARAGATAN SA PALAWAN (FOUNDATION DAY) 

Provincial Capitol Compound, Puerto Princesa City 

A celebration of the centennial of the founding of the civil government of Palawan. Highlights 

are LGU Trade and Food Fair, colorful parade with participation from the different 

municipalities and private sectors featuring the ethnic groups residing in the province 

PISTA Y ANG KAGUEBAN 

Puerto Princesa City, Palawan 

A festive reforestation dine by practically all people from different walks of life with activities 

such as performance of the environmental artists of Puerto Princesa through songs dances. 

ADLAW NAN SURIGAO 

Surigao del Norte and Surigao del Sur 

The provinces of Surigao del Norte and Surigao del Sur Simultaneously commemorate their

charter anniversary. 

RIZAL DAY 

Calamba, Laguna 

In memory of the birthday of the Philippine National Hero, 

Jose P. Rizal, the townfolks of Calamba offer flowers to Rizal Shrine. 

PISTA NG KALIKASAN 

Provincewide, Palawan 

A massive tree planting activity to help alleviate global warming. 

LINGGANAY FESTIVAL 

Alang-alang, Leyte 

Street Pageant depicting the legendary and mythical storiy of the bells. 

DAPITAN'S CHARTER 

Dapitan City 

Festivity starts on the birth anniversary of Dr. Jose Rizal and culminates on the city's charter 

day. The celebration is highlighted by a sportsfest alongside cultural presentations 

"OYANGE KAUGMAN" FESTIVAL 

Polangui, Albay 

A merrymaking held in conjunction with the town fiesta. The festival whose name was 

derived from a tree which is abundant in the area features various exciting events including 

street presentation, beauty pageant, trade fair, among others. 

ZAMBULAWAN FESTIVAL (Street pageantry) 

Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur 

Street dancing and colorful parade highlighting native Subanen costumes and rituals. 

PILI FESTIVAL 

Sorsogon, Sorsogon 

Pili is an indigenous crop of Bicol region, particularly Sorsogon. This festival showcases the 

PIli, the primary purpose of which is to emphasize its importance and to increase the 

awareness of the public on its various economic uses. 

MUDPACK FESTIVAL

June 21 22 | Murcia, Negros Occidental 

The festival is a symbolic celebration of man's return to primitive time when he was closer to 

nature 

DIWATA FESTIVAL 

June 21 | San Francisco, Agusan del Sur 

A festival highlighted with street dancing in honor of their patron saint. 

PAGADIAN CITY CHARTER DAY 

June 21 | Pagadian City 

Commemorates Pagadian City's ascendancy into chartered This is marked annually with 

festivities like agro-trade fair, civic military parade, nightly program at Plaza Luz, sportsfest, 

search for Mutya ng Pagadian, clean-up drives, cultural and variety shows. 

KALIGUAN FLUVIAL FESTIVAL 

Cagwait, Surigao del Sur 

A yearly festivities in honor of St. John the Baptist highlighted by Search for Perlas ng 

Kaliguan beauty pageant, beach dancing and other beach-fun activities. 

CALUMPIT "LIBAD" FESTIVAL 

Calumpit, Bulacan 

A celebration in honor of the patron saint St. John the Baptist. 

PIAT SAMBALI FESTIVAL (RELIGIOUS) 

Piat, Cagayan 

A religious and cultural revival in commemoration of the Christianization of the Itawes region 

of Cagayan. 

AGGAW NAK CAGAYAN (CAGAYAN FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY) 

Province of Cagayan 

The 422nd anniversary of the founding of the civil government of Cagayan. Activities include 

lectures, exhibits, games, beauty pageant, agro-trade and tourism fair. 

TOURISM CONGRESS 

Cebu City 

To convene collaborative partners in a Tourism Congress to tackle priorities in implementing 

a 5-year master plan crafted by the Core Tourism Group using the McKinsey Framework. The 

forum aims to address the challenge: Catalyzing Tourism Growth through Multi-sectoral 

Initiatives and Coordinated Leadership. 

FEAST OF SAN ANTONIO DE PADUA 

Pilia. Laguna 

The town of Pilia celebrates the feast of San Antonio de Padua through a procession, merry 

making and festive dining in most of the beautiful ancestral homes 

FEAST OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST / LECHON FESTIVAL 

Mindoro Oriental 

Dressed in creative costumes and disguises, lechins are paraded around the town 

accompanied by gay chanting and buhusan a customary practice during the San Juan 

Bautista Feast.

REGADA WATER FESTIVAL 

Cavite City 

A celebration in honor of Nuestra Señora de Porta Vaga. 

ARAW NG MAYNILA 

Manila City 

A yearly celebration of Manila Day featuring various activities like the Manila Film Festival, 

Fireworks Display, etc. 

TAONG-PUTIK FESTIVAL 

Aliaga, Nueva Ecija 

A religious event where town folks wear vines, banana leaves or dried coconut leaves on their 

mud-covered bodies as St. John the Baptist was said to have done in his lifetime. 

PARADA NG LECHON 

Balayan, Batangas 

A grand parade of succulent roasted pigs. 

WATTAH! WATTAH! SAN JUAN FIESTA 

San Juan City 

This is a fiesta in honor of the town''s patron saint - Saint John the Baptist which is 

characterized by vigorous and boisterous streetdancing with "Basaan (dousing of water) and 

"Santong Tao" (live saints) parade. Includes also numerous free concert s featuring various 

local artists and celebrities. 

FEAST OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST 

San Juan, Metro Manila 

A regular celebration of the town''s patron saint, St. John the Baptist 

PALO PALO FESTIVAL 

Batanes 

The 219th Anniversary of the establishment of the civil Government of Batanes 

TAEPHAG FESTIVAL 

Tagbina, Sutigao del Sur 

A common Manobo ritual used for opening a kaingin, rice planting, harvesting and other 

activities. 

SIRONG-SIRONG FESTIVAL 

Cagdianao, Surigao del Norte 

A fiesta celebration in honor of Saints Peter and Paul highlighted by ethnic mardigras 

contests, agro-industrial fair and public dancing.

KALILANG SA RANAO 

Marawi City, Lanao del Sur 

Celebrates the legendary Lake Lanao. 

SUBIRAN REGATTA 

Tacloban City, Leyte 

Annual race of native sailboats with outriggers displaying seamanship. 

APUNG IRU FLUVIAL FESTIVAL 

Apalit, Pampanga 

The most awaited activitiy of this festival procession where the image of St. Peter is brought 

down from Capalangan to Calumpit River where a colorfully decorated mini pagoda awaits 

the image. 

PINTADOS FESTIVAL 

Tacloban City, Leyte 

A body-painting festival in honor of the courageous "pintados" (warriour ancestors). 

BALYUAN RITES 

Taclobay City, Leyte 

Ceremonial exchange of images of the Holy Child between Leyte and Samar. 

BAILES DE ARCOS 

Makati City 

Performed during the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul by daughters of past participants with 

impeccable reputations as homage to the Virgen dela Rosa" for her kindness. 

BINIRAY FESTIVAL 

Bulalacao, Mindoro Oriental 

A grand pagida show on the day of thanksgiving for the blessings from sea.

JULY 

FEAST OF OUR LADY OF GUIBANG 

Gamu, Isabela 

Annual feast day of the Miraculous Lady of Guibang. 

FESTIVAL OF OUR LADY OF PIAT 

Piat, Cagayan 

Annual feast day of Our Lady of Piat highlighted by the procession of the Marian Image 

being venerated for centuries. 

SANDUGO FESTIVAL 

Tagbilaran City, Bohol 

Bohol's annual commemoration of the Blood compact (mardi gras parade) between Rajah 

Sikatuna and Miguel Lopez de Legazpi. 

SAN CARLOS CHARTER ANNIVERSARY 

San Carlos, Negros Occidental 

Usually celebrated with a Thanksgiving Mass, sports activties, concerts, parade, beauty 

pageant and awarding to the city’s achiever of the year. 


Tagum, Davao del Norte 

Street dancing, agri trade fair to highlight Davao del Norte as “banana country”. 

ARAW NG DAVAO DEL SUR, DAVAO DEL NORTE, DAVAO ORIENTAL 

Digos City, Tagum City, Mati, Dvo, Oriental 

Celebration of the division of Davao into three provinces. Consist of agro trade fair, civic 

military parade, sports competition, horsefight, tribal dances, beauty pageants, etc. 

ARAW NG PASIG 

Pasig City 

A grand celebration of the Pasig day highlighted by different activities like the Mutya ng 

Pasig Pageant, Dancing Parade, Outstanding Pasiguenos Night, Arts & Literary 

Competition, Palarong Pinoy, Kusina Pasigueno, etc. 

SAGAYAN FESTIVAL (MARANAO WAR DANCE) 

Tubod, Lanao del Norte 

This festival depicts the rich Maranao culture pageantry war 

dance performed by warriors & fan dance by the Maranao maidens held during Araw ng

Lanao del Norte. 

PHIL-AM FRIENDSHIP DAY 

Baguio City 

Revival of friendship among Filipinos, Americans & other Nationalities accented with the 

sale exposition of variety products. 

BANIG FESTIVAL 

Badian, Cebu 

In celebration of Badian’s Annual Fiesta, the festival showcases the Cebuano & 

Badianganon culture, tradition, delicacies & local products especially its famous “mats” 

(banig). 

ALEGRIA DE ISABELA 

Isabela City 

A festival based on a legend that tells how the early townsfolk survived a raging storm, 

where St. Isabela was seen blocking a giant wave. Celebrated with a regatta & procession 

of the image and merrymaking beside the cathedral 

HUDYAKA FESTIVAL 

Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental 

Street dancing competition which depicts the historical events of how Laguindingan 

become one of the municipalities of Misamis Oriental 

SUBAYAN KEG SUBANEN FESTIVAL 

Ozamiz City, Misamis Occidental 

A week-long trade fair/ street dancing depict songs, dances and other forms of simulated 

social expression of the rich Subanon cultural heritage 

TINALAK FESTIVAL 

Koronadal City, South Cotabato 

An annual celebration in South Cotabato which demonstrates the importance and 

significance of t’nalak cloth as the cultural image of South Cotabato. 

PAHINUNGOD FESTIVAL 

Carrascal, Surigao del Sur 

This is a Mardi gras performed around the streets of Carrascal in honor of their patroness, 

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel. 

EARTHQUAKE MEMORIAL DAY 

Baguio City 

Memorial services for the victims of the 1990 killer earthquake. 

DURIAN FESTIVAL 

Freedom Park, Bonifacio St., Tagum City 

Celebrates the abudance of Durian Fruits in the city. It serves as a venue for the students 

to enhance their talents in culinary arts through competition and broaden their 

knowledge on Durian fruit through farm tours, forums and trainings.

KALIGA FESTIVAL (STREET PAGEANTRY) 

Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental 

Street dancing, trade fair & culutural presentations in observance of the City Charter day. 

LIBON PAROY FESTIVAL 

Libon, Albay 

Katalingkasan which means freedom and rebirth, is held in conjunction with the Libon 

Town Fiesta and the feast of its Patron Saint, St. James the Greater. The festival aims to 

revive the rich cultural heritage of the town and at the same time promote local tourism 

BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF APOLINARIO MABINI 

Talaga, Tanauan , Batangas City 

An annual celebration commemorating the birth anniversary of our Sublime Paralytic. 

SUBILAN FESTIVAL 

Batangas City 

An annual celebration wherein a ritual dance is being done pay homage to the Holy Cross 

as a sort of thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest. 

KINABAYO FESTIVAL (BATTLE OF COVADONGA) 

Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte 

A re-enactment of the Spanish-Moorish wars particularly the battle of Covadonga. 

PAKAPYA-AGTIKE 

Socorro, Mindoro Oriental 

This festivity features cultural shows, parade of floats and a street dancing on last day 

showcasing its agricultural bounty performed by schools, barangays and tribal 

communities. The festival is a thanksgiving offering to its patron, the Holy Family. 

KADAGATAN FESTIVAL 

Cortes, Surigao del Sur 

It is a yearly thanksgiving of Cortesanons done through street dancing. Costumes and 

props of dancers symbolize marine life. 

BALIKCARCANMADCARLAN CELEBRATION 

Cantillan, Surigao del Sur 

A week-long activities participated by all Balikbayans. 

TOURISM CONSCIOUSNESS WEEK 

Butuan City 

Several tourism-related activities are line-up for the week such as Nightly Cultural show, 

Palagsing Festival, Laro ng Lahi, Photo Exhibit, Speech Contest, Quiz bowl, Sining contest 

in Butuanon Competition; Mountainbike, Motocross and BMX exhibitions.

STA. ANANG BANAK TAGUIG RIVER FESTIVAL 

Municipality of Taguig 

A fluvial parade in honor of the town patroness St. Anne. The thrills and excitement of the 

fishers are replayed after year by the “pasubo” where fluvial parade participants in 

Colorful boats 

and spectators by the riverbanks toss goodies of fruits and native delicacies to each other. 

SINULOG DE TANJAY 

Tanjay, Negros Oriental 

Street dancing with mock battles between Moros and Christians followed by reconciliation 

through the intercession of the patron Señor Santiago. 

UDYAKAN SA KABANKALAN/CHARTER ANNIVERSARY 

Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental 

A weeklong celebration by an agro-industrial fair showcasing the indigenous products of 

the farmers and the cooperatives. Creative booths that display these products are 

constructed by the different barangays at the city plaza. 

ANNIVERSARY OF BATTLE OF PAYE 

Balimbing, Boac 

An encounter over by Filipno soldier during the Fil-Am War. 

ABAYAN FESTIVAL 

Butuan City 

A day-long festivity of barato race, fluvial procession, and parlor games in honor of St. 

Anne, patroness of Agusan River 

AUGUST 

MERCEDES FISHTIVAL/MERCEDES KADAGATAN FESTIVAL 

Mercedes, Camarines Norte 

It is a fishermen's celebration of thanksigiving for the blessings and bounty during the 

seafaring, fishing expeditions and fish farming endeavor. 

PADAGYAW FESTIVAL 

Dumarao, Capiz 

A cultural and fiesta celebration in honor of Nuestra Señora de las Nieves. 

PANGAPOG FESTIVAL 

Island Garden City of Samal 

A thanksgiving festival celebration bountiful harvest features parade, indak-indak sa 

dalan, cultural presentation etc. 

CABIBI FESTIVAL 

Lal-lo, Cagayan 

The patron town fiesta of Lallo, formerly Ciudad Nueva Segovia is higlighted by an agroindustrial 

trade fair and street dancing.

SELEBRASYON NG BUWAN NG WIKA 

Batangas 

A month long activity celebrating "Buwan ng Wika". The activities undertaken are 

campaign for using Pilipino as a medium of instruction, hanging of streamer and short 

program. 

KASUOTANG PILIPINO EXHIBIT & FASHION SHOW 

Museo ng Makati, Makati City 

A yearly exhibit mounted at the city’s museum featuring the evolution of Filipino 

costumes per region in celebration of the month of Filipino Costumes. 

ADLAW HONG BUTUAN 

Butuan City 

It’s the charter day celebration of Butuan City. It is highlighted by the thanksgiving mass, 

motorcade recognition of outstanding Butuanons & City employees night. 

PALAGSING FESTIVAL 

Butuan City 

A competition for the longest and the best tasting palagsing 

PALU-PALO FESTIVAL (GRAND CELEBRATION) 

Basco, Batanes 

A cultural presentation of the different municipalities of Batanes, showcasing their ethnic 

group''s rugged yet storied existence. 

STA. CLARA FESTIVAL 

Tigaon, Camarines Sur 

A celebration held in honor of Patron Saint, St. Claire of Assisi. Various activities are lined 

up including cultural shows, job fair, concert, fairworks display, beauty pagent, firworks 

display, battle of the bands and the highlight activity which is the Sta. Clara devotional 

dance. 

SIPONG 

Bais City, Negros Oriental 

A colorful and lively mardi gras festival participated in by the different barangays, local 

and national offices in a choreographed street dancing. Magnificent floats and spectacular 

head dresses can also be viewed during this event. This biggest annual merry making 

marks the Charter Day celebration of Bais City. 

MINDANAO TRADE EXPO 

Davao City 

An Agro industrial trade fair with business matching for the promotion of Mindanao's 

world class product.

MINDANAO TRAVEL & TOUR EXPO (MITTE) 

SM City Davao, Events Center, Davao City 

Features exhibits adn tour packages to various adventures and scenic destinations in 

Mindanao. 

BONGA 

Sibonga, Cebu 

The celebration is in honor of the town''s patron saint, Our Lady of Pilar and Santa 

Filomena. Among its highlights is the street dancing and ritual/showdown competition. 

"Bunga" is a Cebuano word which means fruit in English. This festival is a form of 

thanksgiving for all the blessings and graces the Sibonganhons have received for the 

abundant fruits found in their town. 

CORDOVA DINAGAT FESTIVAL (FISHING RITUALS) 

Cordova, Cebu 

The celebration honors the town’s most prized source of livelihood-fishing. “Dinagat” 

means “anything” pertaining to the sea”. It showcases Cordova’s distinctive cultural 

heritage though authentic traditional rituals and dances. 

PAVVU RULUN FESTIVAL & PADDA NA LIMA (GRAND CELEBRATION) 

Tuguegarao, Cagayan 

The patron fiesta of Tuguegarao City. It is being celebrated yearly in honor of St. Hyacinth 

DINAGAT (BAKASI) 

Cordova, Cebu 

The festival is a unique reinvention of the Dinagat Festival. The exotic eel locally known as 

"Bakasi"is peculiar and abundant in Cordova. The dance replicates the gliding movement 

of the Bakasi. Other related activities include a Bakasi race and cooking contest to show 

off the many ways in preparing Bakasi which is the main livelihood of the people. 

KAADLAWAN HAN SAMAR 

Catbalogan Samar 

Festivities to commemorate the foundation day of Samar 

SANTONES FESTIVAL 

Barangay Calumpang, Liliw, Laguna 

A five day festivity featuring the sweet santol and lanzones fruits raised in the locality. 

"KUMBIRA" (FOOD FESTIVAL) 

Cagayan de Oro City 

Food & culinary competitions sponsored by the Cagayan de Oro Hotel and Restaurant 

Association (COHARA). 

KALIBONGAN FESTIVAL (HORSE FIGHT & BLOOD COMPACT) 

Kidapawan City, N. Cotabato 

August 14 marks the celebration of the Kalibongan Festival. Kalibongan is a manobo term 

for a Grand Festival which is celebrated yearly in Kidapawan, Cotabato. The Manobos, 

Bagobos, and other highland tribes from the different parts of the province go down to 

Kidapawan to show off and proudly display their tradition and cultural heritage. The 

natives display thier own version of "party" with a traditional horsefight, a "blood compact"

peace ceremony, etc. 

LUBI-LUBI (COCONUT) FESTIVAL 

Calubian, Leyte 

The humble coconut tree gets its day in the spotlight as the town celebrates its Lubi-Lubi 

Festival. 

CORON FESTIVAL 

Tiwi, Albay 

“Coron” is a Bicol dialect meaning clay-pot or potteries of which the town of Tiwi is 

popularly known for. Thus, the festival’s main feature is the municipalities pottery 

industry which is done with skills passed from parents to children and perfected through 

long years of practice without the benefit of written manuals. 

FEAST OF OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION 

Boac, Marinduque 

A celebration in honor of Our Lady of the Assumption. 

PASAKA 

Tanauan, Leyte 

Religious homage/ cultural dance parade in honor of Our Lady of the Assumption 

SIRONG FESTIVAL 

Cantilan, Surigao del Sur 

A war dance between Muslims and Christians, reflecting the Christianization of the early 

Cantillanons 

SUMAYAJAW FESTIVAL 

Jabonga, Agusan del Norte 

Held during the town fiesta of Jabonga. It is a thanksgiving celebration for the bounties 

showered by the Heavenly Father through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the 

Lady of Assumption 

PILGRIMAGE TO JOROAN 

Joroan, Tiwi, Albay 

Held every 3rd Saturday of August to pay homage to the miraculous image of Our Lady of 

Salvation, Patroness of Albay 

KADAYAWAN SA DABAW 

Davao City 

A festival celebrating the city''s bountiful harvest in a form of grand colorful parade of 

orchid-bedecked floats and tribal street dancing. 

SUNDAYAG 


A showcase of the Best of Northern Mindanao featuring Agriculture, Trade, & Tourism 

destinations.

BUYOGAN FESTIVAL 

Abuyog, Leyte 

“Buyog” (bees) dancer depict the origin of the town’s name in a well choreographed dance. 

FRUIT FESTIVAL 


Kidapawan takes its fruit growing industry to the streets literally as the city celebrates its 

annual fruit festival. There are cultural shows, a parade of local fruit products, a bevy of 

exhibits, street dancing competition and selected lectures on fruit preparation. 

QUEZON DAY/ANGONO DAY 

Angono, Rizal 

Anniversary of Independence , the residents of Angono led by the Municipal Tourism 

Office, prepare a weeklong celebration characterized by trade fairs, arts exhibits, 

symphonic band concerts, cultural presentations, etc. Flower offering to the statue of 

President Quezon is being observed, as it is also his birthday. 

SABUTAN FESTIVAL 

San Luis, Aurora 

The festival highlights the importance of growing palm trees locally called Sabutan on the 

communities economic well being. 

BANKATON 

Lavezares, N. Samar 

Exciting motorboat race in honor of the town’s patron saint 

KALUBIHAN FESTIVAL 


A festivity in support of the National Coconut Week Celebration which recognizes the 

efforts of the coconut farmers and other stakeholders of the province. 

ANNIVERSARY OF CRY OF PUGADLAWIN 

Pugad lawin shrine, Brgy. Bahay Toro, Quezon City 

Another historical event celebrated yearly with a civic parade at 6:00 am followed by a 

flag-raising and a wreath-laying Ceremony. 

24-HOUR MOUNTAIN BIKE ENDURANCE 

National Bilibid Prison Land Reserve Area, Muntinlupa City 

A competition among the elite and amateur mountain bike outdoor sports athlete from 

across the country. The event will test the competitor's mountain biking skills in the 

varied crisscrossed paths of the NBP Land Reserve Area.

LAMBAGOHAN FESTIVAL 


A fluvial parade and a river festival with fully decorated outrigger boats complete with live 

band musician & ethnic dancers usually participated by various barangays of the city; 

this is also held to honor St. Augustine, the Patron Saint of the City. 

TSINELAS FESTIVAL 

City of Gapan, Nueva Ecija 

To mark the anniversary of the town’s cityhood, Gapan City holds its annual Tsinelas 

Festival, with street dancing, parade of floats decorated with regular to gigantic 7 ft. 

slippers the famous slippers bazaar. The festival is aimed at bolstering the new city’s 

claim as the North Slippers Capital. 

ALCALA TOWN FIESTA 

Alcala, Cagayan 

The local government unit of Alcala has highlighted the agricultural products of Alcala 

town like corn and rice presented a lcoal street dancing versino and the colonial past of 

the town depicted in its centuries-old church - St. Philomene Church. 

BAHANDI FESTIVAL 

Alcantara, Cebu 

A street dancing celebrated during the town''s fiesta honoring the town''s patron saint, 

Señor San Augustine. The dance expresses the town people''s joy for the Bahandi 

(Treasure from the environment) that were given to the municipality. 

CAGAYAN DE ORO GOLDEN FLOAT FESTIVAL 


A float parade and competition highlighting the historical and cultural interpreted into 

colorful and unique floats. The event is participated by government organizations, civic 

organizations and various academic institutions in the city. 

JINAWA FESTIVAL 

Gigaquit, Surigao del Norte 

A local rendition of the classic Christian-moro conflict interpreted through songs and 

dances. 

KAGAY-AN FESTIVAL 


A celebration of the annual fiesta in honor of its Patron, Saint Agustine; with a mardigras 

type of street dancing participated in by contingents from school & civic organizations 

NATIONAL HEROES DAY 


A celebration paying homage to people who fought for freedom, usually held with a 

cultural program and flower offering at the foot of the Unknown Soldier Monument. 

NAGSABADO FESTIVAL 

Pasig City 

A re-enactment of the revolutionary action against the Spaniards leb by Valentin Cruz and 

Andres Bonifacio in 1896. The historic revolution happends to fall on a Saturday that''s

why the event is called "Nagsabado". 

29 DE AGOSTO 

Brgy. Hagdang Bato Itaas, Mandaluyong City 

Travel back to history as the city observes its First Cry of Revolution against Spaniards in 

1896. A commemorative program and an evening of Kundiman are special activities for 

the occasion. 

SILOY FESTIVAL 

Alcoy, Cebu 

The festival promotes the Mag-abo forest with its famous Black or Siloy, the town''s scenic 

white sand beaches and dive spots and in honor of the town''s patroness Saint Rose of 

Lima. 

KAYABA: GUIMARAS – ILOILO CROSS CHANNEL SWIM 

Iloilo City 

A cross channel swim to create awareness to preserve the Iloilo river, promote tourism in 

Guimaras and Iloilo and encourage endurance swimming as a competitive sport. 

MANDAUE CHARTER DAY CELEBRATION 

Mandaue, Cebu 

The Mandauehanons celebrates this eventful anniversary with parades, games and variety 

shows. The Mandaue Chamber of Commerce and Industry spearhead the holding of the 

Mandaue that will start off on this day. 

TURUMBA 

Teresa, Rizal 

This is done every year during the feast of Saint Rose of Lima called “Turumba sa Birhen”, 

which means a unique dance dedicated to Saint Rose of Lima, the patron saint of Teresa 

BATTLE OF PINAGLABANAN 

Pinaglaban Shrine, Municipality of San Juan 

National / local celebration of the Battle of Pinaglabanan, a Battle which sparked the 

Philippine Revolution of 1896. There will be mass at 7:00 am followed by wreath-laying 

ceremony 

SEPTEMBER 

SARAKIKI-HADANG FESTIVAL 

Calbayog City, Western Samar 

SARAKIKI is a local term apparently referring to premeditated or frenzied movements 

which means to allure, to draw with, to attract or exercise attraction, to entice or to win. 

By its pre-colonial denotation, it means to praise, extol or eulogize spirits of gods. The 

word does not only ascribe to the ritual or hadang as an activity to gratify the gods, but 

likewise hadang as the offering or the sacrifice.

BAGUIO CHARTER DAY/ BAGUIO TOURISM MONTH 

Baguio City 

Founding celebration with street parade, food feast, exhibits and other fun activities 

HUNDRED ISLANDS TRIATHLON 

Alaminos City, Pangasinan 

Involves completing three sporting disciplines – swimming, biking and running done in 

immediate succession. The event aims to revive the Hundred Islands not just as a beach 

destination but also as excellent venue for adventure sports. 

HANDURAW FESTIVAL 

Leon, Iloilo 

Harvest and tribe competition. 

HINIRUGYAW FESTIVAL 

Cabatuan, Iloilo 

Hirinugyaw, a street dancing festivity participated by various agencies and nongovernmental 

organizations in the Municipality of Cabatuan. This activity serves as the 

opening salvo of the 10-day celebration of the Feast of San Nicolas de Tolentino on 

September 1-10 of every year. 

DARAGANG MAGAYON 

Daraga, Albay 

A historical and religious celebration in honor of the town’s patron saint, Our Lady of the 

Gate. It aims to showcase tha cultural life of Daragueños. Various colorful activities are 

lined up for this celebration. 

VICTORY DAY 

Kiangan, Ifugao 

Annual peace commemoration of the end of the WW II. 

TILAW SA PAGKAONG NAN SURIGAONON FOOD FESTIVAL 

Surigao City,Surigao del Norte 

A sumptuous, delicious celebration of the native Surigaonon palate. 

TUNA FESTIVAL SA GENSAN 

General Santos City 

The festival is about revelry and gaiety giving back the glory to the ocean for the 

abundance and bounty of tuna. 

SINAB’BADAN TRIBAL FESTIVAL 

Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur 

A festival of oneness among the different tribes of the municipality showcasing indigenous 

art, music and dances. 

SIPONG FESTIVAL 

Bais City, Negros Oriental 

A colorful and lively mardi gras festival participated in by the different barangays, local 

and national offices in a choreographed street dancing.

PADUL-ONG 

Borongan, E. Samar 

Pageant relating how the Lady of Nativity became the patroness of Borongan. 

TAMBOBO FESTIVAL 

Ajuy, Iloilo 

Tribe competition. 

MINULUAN FESTIVAL 

Talisay City, Negros Occidental 

A three-day celebration in commemoration of the death anniversary of the city's patron 

saint San Nicholas de Tolentino and in connection with the city's arts and culture week 

celebration. 

PANAGDADAPUN FESTIVAL (ARAW NG QUIRINO) 

Cabarroguis, Quirino 

The 28th Anniversary of the establishment of the civil government of Quirino 

LINGGO NG BULAKAN 

Malolos, Bulacan 

A one week celebration featuring the history of Bulacan, exhibits of Bulacan products. 

Cooking contest, on the spot painting contest, and many others. 

PARADA NG KAKANIN / FESTIVAL OF NUESTRA SENORA DE ARANZAZZU 

San Mateo, Rizal 

Celebration of the foundation day of Nuestra Señora de Aranzazu, afterwhich, delicacies 

are given to all for free. 

BANOK-BANOK MARADJAO KARADJAO FESTIVAL (STREET PAGEANTRY) 

Surigao City, Surigao del Norte 

A day-long Mardi Gras marked by street dancing festivity featuring the ethnic Mamanwa 

dance. 

SAYAW LAHI FESTIVAL 

Naujan, Mindoro Oriental 

A festival of entertainment featuring all native dances performed on the streets by schools 

and barangay communities. 

BUYLOGANAY 

Ivisan, Capiz 


SURIGAO CITY FIESTA (SAN NICOLAS DE TOLENTINO-PATRON SAINT) 

Surigao City 

Surigao City Fiesta celebration in honor of San Nicolas de Tolentino. Different activities 

are lined for this celebration.

ANNIVERSARY – BATTLE OF PULANG LUPA 

Torrijos, Marinduque 

Battle won by Filipino soldiers during the Fil-Am War over the Americans. 

ARAW NG SIQUIJOR WITH SOLILI 

Siquijor, Siquijor 

Araw ng Siquijor is the province's charter day celebration with week long activities that 

starts on the 12th of the month 

BISLIG CITY CHARTER DAY 

Bislig City 

A week-long activities to commemorate the charter day of Bislig. 

SIARGAO NATIONAL SURFING CUP 

Cloud 9, General Luna, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte 

Once again surfers from all over the country will converge for the National Surfing 

Competition. Winners will compete together with foreign surfers for the International 

Surfing Competition. Other activities are also lined up to make this big event more 

exciting and colorful. 

INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEAN-UP DAY 

Regionwide 

Coastal clean up activities in support the World Clean up Day 

VOYADORES FESTIVAL 

Daraga, Albay 

Borne on the shoulders of her male devotees and her voyage back in a fluvial procession 

along the Bicol River. 

PENAFRANCIA FESTIVAL 

Naga City, Camarines Sur 

A religious festival honoring the feast day of Our Lady of Peñafrancia, Patroness of the 

Bicol Region. 

TALAKUDONG FESTIVAL (STREET DANCING) 

Tacurong City, Sultan Kudarat 

A neo-ethnic cultural spectacle show in hilarious street dancing that mainly features 

exhibition of "Talakudong" accompanied by exotic sound of percussion instruments. 

SIARGAO INTERNATIONAL SURFING CUP 

Cloud 9, General Luna, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte 

Once again surfers from all over the country will converge for the National Surfing 

Competition. Winners will compete together with foreign surfers for the International 

Surfing Competition. Other activities are also lined up to make this big event more 

exciting and colorful.

SEMANA SANG TURISMO (SILAY TOURISM WEEK) 

Silay City 

A week-long celebration featuring Lakbay-Silay para sa kabataan; tourism photo exhibit; 

food discount in restaurants, museums, and pension houses; lecture series on 

environment care and tourist attractions . . . 

PATABANG FESTIVAL 

Tapaz, Capiz 


DUMALONDONG FESTIVAL (Tribal rituals) 

Salug, Esperanza, Agusan del Sur 

Yearly convergence of all tribal leaders in the province higlighted with the performance of 

authentic tribal rituals by the tribal priests. 

ANIHAN FESTIVAL 

Dueñas, Iloilo 

The weeklong celebration is one way of thanksgiving for having a good harvest and 

surpassing the trials and crises during lean months. 

TOURISM WEEK CELEBRATION 

Regionwide (Central Visayas) 

In celebration of the National Tourism all four provinces composing the Central Visayas 

celebrate the event with the various tourism-related activities. 

DALIT FESTIVAL 

Tangub City 

The festival showcasing varied activities and presentations 

DRUM AND BUGLE CORP COMPETITION 

Nasipit, Agusan del Norte 

An annual drum and bugle corp competition participated by the different schools in the 

province. 

BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF GEN. MIGUEL MALVAR 

Capitol Site, Batangas 

A commemorative celebrative of birth anniversary of the last general to surrender to the 

Americans. 

ANIHAN FESTIVAL 

Lobo, Batangas 

The festival is a rendezvous of the people of Lobo represented by the barangays that 

showcase products being produced in their barangays. 

MEGAYON FESTIVAL (Thanksgiving) 

Zamboanga del Sur 

Thanksgiving festival of the Subanens of Zamboanga del Sur showcasing authentic songs, 

dances and food.

BANIGAN-KAWAYAN FESTIVAL 

Basey, Samar 

Basey''s favorite local product is highlighted in this wacky tribute to the native bamboo 

mat. 

BALANGIGA ANNIVERSARY 

Balangiga, Eastern Samar 

Commemorates the Balangiga Massacre, an event that drove a wedge between Filipino- 

American relations. Today, it now serves as a celebration of peace between the two 

nations. 

ANGELS FESTIVAL 

San Rafael, Bulacan 

A yearly street dancing festivity in various angel costume in honor of San Rafael, 

Bulacan’s patron saint, Saint Rafael the Arch Angel. A week long festivity. 

KASADYA STREET DANCE 

Anahaw Amphi-Theater 

Street dancing competition in honor of St. Michael Archangel 

OCTOBER 

LA NAVAL FESTIVAL 

October | Nationwide 

A celebration in honor of the Nuestra Señora del Santisimo Rosario. 

FIESTANG KULIAT 

October | Angeles City 

A month-long celebration of the twin fiestas of Angeles City, namely La Naval and Fiestang 

Apu. 

KASANGGAYAHAN FESTIVAL (PROSPERITY) 

Sorsogon, Sorsogon 

It is a joyous celebration held primarily to commemorate the Foundation Anniversary of 

Sorsogon. 

ZAMBOANGA HERMOSA FESTIVAL 

Zamboanga City

The "City of Flowers" celebrates its grand annual festival featuring the "vintas" (colorful 

native sailboats) in a fast- paced regatta, cultural and flower shows, art exhibits and trade 

fairs. 

PISTA NG GUBAT 

Pandan, Antique 

This event is an annual celebration of the biodiversity of Northwest Panay in the hope of 

increasing awareness and conservation in the Peninsula. 

WOW DABAW 

Davao City 

A major promotional activity showcasing the various tourist destinations/products of the 

Davao region. 

KINILAW FESTIVAL 

Surigao City 

A festival showcasing different styles in preparing a “Kinilaw” (raw fish delicacy). It also 

features the variety of fish, seafoods and other marine products in the locality. 

SINANGGIYAW FESTIVAL 

Dumanju, Cebu 

The name Sinanggi-yaw is taken from two old Cebuano words, Sinanggi meaning 

abundance of harvested agricultural products of our farmers and Sayaw meaning dance. 

Through street dancing and field presentation, performers shall dance merrily bringing all 

the Sinanggi-performance focused on three aspects: planting, harvesting and thanksgiving 

PAGODA (Feast of St. Francis of Assissi) 

Cardona, Rizal 

An annual procession to ask the Lord Almighty for a bountiful and blessed lake through the 

intercession of St. Francis of Assisi. 

KIDAPAWAN CITY FRUIT FESTIVAL 

Kidapawan City 

An Agro-Tourism event never experienced before in the Philippines Festival. Lots of 

fascinating activities await every individual but the most thrilling and exciting of all is the 

Fruit Galore. Here, tons of exotic tropical fruits will be arranged on a make-shift table 800 

meters long under the pine trees on the highway island for the public to eat free of charge 

LA TORRE 

Cardona, Rizal 

The traditional and colorful “La Torre” will come alive with its joyful poise in concert with the 

music of the brass bands. 

HARANA SA MAKATI 

Makati City 

A “harana” competition participated in by different highschool corale group from public and 

private school of Makati.

SIARGAO INTERNATIONAL HUMAN BODY BOARDERS SURFING CHALLENGE 

General Luna, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte 

A new water sports event in the country participated by international body boarders. This is 

a world series event organize by the International Bodyboarders Association. 

FEAST OF OUR LADY OF THE HOLY ROSARY 

October 7 | Dipolog City 

Dipolog City fiesta highlighted with religious and cultural shows. 

BAGLUS FESTIVAL 

October 9 | Angeles City 

Wide parade is participated in by representative by the different sector of Angeles City 

TING'UDO FESTIVAL (Fruit harvest) 

Makilala, Cotabato 

A celebration of bountiful fruit harvest highlighted by a fruit festival. 

LA NAVAL FIESTA 

Angeles City 

In commemoration of the Virgin of the Holy Rosary whose intercession saw the victory of the 

Spanish felt over the Dutch invaders. 

BUGLASAN FESTIVAL 

Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental 

This will be the time when established festivals in Negros Festivals Oriental will gather for a 

show down and street dancing to highlight the week-long fiesta. 

LA NAVAL FESTIVAL 

Quezon City 

A religious celebration in honor of the Nuestra Señora del Santisimo Rosario marked by a 

Holy mass. 

KAPAKYANAN FESTIVAL 

Victoria, Mindoro Oriental 

Kapakyanan (Abundance) Festival focuses on the bounteous harvest of fruits and crops. 

INASAL/HALAD FESTIVAL 

Talisay City, Cebu 

In celebration of the feast in honor of Sta. Teresa de Avila, the city comes alive with activities 

such trade fairs, nightly variety shows, civic parade and street dancing featuring city's 

famous products like lechon, cooking demonstration & food fair with tastiest lechon contest. 

INUG-OG FESTIVAL 

Oroquieta City 

A street parade and competition highlighting the Subanen culture with daily activities.

SAGINGAN FESTIVAL 

Tubod, Lanao del Norte 

A celebration of thanksgiving and bounty featuring the banana. 

PAMUGU-AN FESTIVAL 

Mansalay, Mindoro Oriental 

A festive reunion of different “Mangyan” tribes. 

ANA KALANG FESTIVAL (Agri Fair) 

Nagcarlan, Laguna 

A roster-full of activities highlighting an agri-fair that exhibits the town's bountiful harvest. 

LANZONES FESTIVAL 

Camiguin 

A street dancing extravaganza featuring Camiguin''s favorite fruit - the Lanzones. 

MASSKARA FESTIVAL & BACOLOD CHARTER DAY CELEBRATION 

Bacolod City 

Their biggest annual event that reflect the Bacoleños love for fun & gaiety. Coinciding with 

the city’s Charter Day celebration, the festival features carnivals, fairs and a mardi-gras 

style by costumed and masked street dancers. This is also a celebration of the founding 

anniversary of Bacolod City. There are programs, float parade and Masskara Festival. 

LEYTE GULF LANDING ANNIVERSARY 

Dulag and Palo, Leyte 

Commemorates the landing of Gen. Douglas MacArthur on the shores of Palo, Leyte to 

liberate the Philippines from the Japanese occupation. 

CATANDUNGAN “PADAYAW” FESTIVAL 

Catanduanes 

Celebration of the province’s founding anniversary, and a tribute to its founder, to

continuously remind the people of Catanduanes of the province’s independence from the 

province of Albay. Main features: street dance – Pantomina, beauty pageant, agro-trade fair, 

sports events, guided tours, photo exhibits, and more. 

PMA FOUNDATION ANNIVERSARY 

Baguio City 

Alumni homecoming of the country''s premier Military school 

BATTLE OF SURIGAO STRAIT 

Surigao City, Surigao del Norte 

Commemoration of the anniversary of the battle of Surigao Strait during World War II. 

IBALONG FESTIVAL (EPIC TALE OF SUPERHEROES) 

Legazpi City, Albay 

A festival depicting Bicol’s early beginning as portrayed by 

the characteristics in the epic entitled- IBALONG. 

PHIL. NURSES CELEBRATION AND NURSES IN’L CONVENTION 


An estimated 800-1000 nurses from all over the Philippines and from abroad will convene in 


BANAYAN FESTIVAL 

Banaybanay, Davao Oriental 

A thanksgiving celebration giving tribute to the town’s main product. 

SAMBUOKAN FESTIVAL 

Mati, Davao Oriental 

Activities include agro-trade fair and civic military parade in Mati, capital town of Davao 

Oriental. 

TIGITIGAN AT TARAKAN KENG DALAN 

Balibago, Angeles City 

The celebration of Fiestang Kuliat culminates with the ever popular TIGITIGAN, TERAKAN 

KENG DALAN which features singing and dancing in the street. 

ASWANG FESTIVAL 

Roxas City 

A festival organized by Dugo Capiznon, Inc. determined to change the negative notion of 

Capiz being an Aswang haven and turn it into an advantage. The festival intends to eclipse 

the aswang impression with the world-class quality of Capiz’ seafood products and warm 

captivating hospitality of the Capicenos.

HINUGYAW SA ANILAO 

Anilao, Iloilo 

This is a celebration of the separation of Anilao from Banate, which also features various 

sports and cultural activities. 

APO FIESTA 

October 31 | Angeles City 

Celebration begin with several masses at the Holy Rosary parish church after which the 

faithful kiss the feet of the Image of the Reclining Christ. 

NOVEMBER 

BANAAG FESTIVAL 

Anilao, Iloilo 

A dance-drama competition using light and all its forms as a medium . This “dance of lights” is the first 

of its kind in the region. 

BELEN SA MAKATI 

Makati City 

Conceived in 1987, façade of buildings along the City business district particularly Ayala and Buendia 

Avenue are decorated by creches and complemented by locally made lanterns in celebration of 

Christmas on the birth of Jesus Christ. 

PASKUHAN 

Luneta Park, Surigao City and Provincial Gym, Surigao del Norte 

A month long Christmas bazaar display and activities which include: Light –up a tree, 

lanterns/Christmas tree making contest. Lantern parade, display of all winning entries of Lanterns and 

Chirstmas trees and Rondalla contest. Painit sa Pasko is also held during the Misa de Galleon on the 

16th to 24th of dec. Mass goers converge at the park to buy and eat Surigaonon delicacies. 

SAN CARLOS CITY FIESTA 


A three-day religious festivity honoring the patron saint, San Carlos Borromeo, featuring Pintaflores 

Festival, fluvial parade, processions, sports exhibitions, body painting contest and concerts. 

NEGROS DAY 


A historical festival that commemorates the victory of the Negrenses’ bloodless revolt against the 

Spaniards in 1898.

PINTAFLORES FESTIVAL (HONORING ST. CHARLES BORROMEO) 


The emerging festival of San Carlos City, highlighs the traditional fiesta celebration in honor of its 

patron Saint San Carlos Borromeo on the first week of November. It features street dancing by "tribes" 

dressed in colorful ethnic-inspired costumes, their bodies painted with flower designs reminiscent of 

the tattoed Visayans of the Pre Spanish Negros 

EL CINCO DE NOVIEMBRE / KANSILAY FESTIVAL 

Bago City, Negros Occidental 

November 5, 1898 will be remembered by the Negrenses as a day of bloodless revolts against the 

Spanish colonizers. This patriotic event is celebrated with an annual cultural festival. 

ANGONO ARTS FESTIVAL 

Angono, Rizal 

The festival aims at creating awareness and appreciation of Philippine Art and Culture; and promoting 

arts and culture as vital attraction for local and foreign tourists. Rizal has the potential of becoming a 

tourist destination particularly in the field of arts and crafts. It is known as the home of various national 

artists, musicians, and other equally creative artists. 

SANDUROT FESTIVAL 


Is a joyful celebration of the people of Dumaguete, their innate hospitality, friendliness, and their 

propensity to live harmoniously with people of different race, religion, and cultural beliefs. Through the 

course of history and to the present time, the people of Dumaguete have always been known to 

welcome strangers from different shores and countries, and to live with them in complete peace and 

understanding. 

HELOBONG FESTIVAL (T’BOLI) 

Lake Sebu, South Cotabato 

One of the prettiest places in the Philippines becomes even more attractive this month, as its native 

residents celebrate a week-long cultural fiesta.See the T''Boli culture in its colorful best through the 

natives'' traditional songs, dances and crafts. 

VISAYAS-MINDANAO DRUM AND BUGLE CORPS 

Mindanao Area / Cagayan de Oro City

Drum and bugle competition from different schools / civic organizations from the Visayas and 

Mindanao. 

TAW-ANAY GUGMA 

Dumalag, Capiz 


KAHILWAYAN FESTIVAL/CRY OF STA. BARBARA 

Sta. Barbara, Iloilo 

Anchored upon the Cry of Santa Barbara Celebration, Kahilwayan Festival is a cultural festival in a 

dance-drama form which is a reenactment of sort of the struggle for freedom by our very own local 

folks led by the heroic Gen. Martin G. Delgado. Aptly dubbed as Kahilwayan Festival, Kahilwayan 

being an Ilonggo/Hiligaynon word which means Freedom or Liberty, it highlights the quest of the 

Ilonggos to attain freedom through their fierce independent spirit. 

LA UNION SURFING INVITATIONAL/SURFING FESTIVAL 

Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union 

An all Filipino managed surfing competition. A community based tourism activity where surfers from 

around the Philippines are invited to compete and have fun at one of the best surfing destinations in the 

country 

P’YAGSAWITAN FESTIVAL (ECO-TOURISM) 

Maragusan, Compostela Valley 

The municipality of Maragusan, Compostela Valley celebrates its foundation day with a trip to the 

outdoors—quite literally—as its residents highlight their hometown’s ecotourism potential.. 

BAGUIO ARTS FESTIVAL 

Baguio City 

An exhibit of the different artworks and art pieces of the various Cordillera artists in different art 

media. 

URUKAY FESTIVAL 

Anini-y, Antique 

It is inspired by a local custom whereby a wedding feast is observed no matter how poor or humble the 

bride and groom are in this celebration, there is much fun and good natured teasing. 

INILUSAN 

Mambusao, Capiz 

A cultural and fiesta celebration 

LAPU-LAPU CITY FIESTA 

Lapu-lapu City, Cebu 

Join in colorful rites to honor the Virgin of the Rule, patron of Lapu-lapu City.

KALIMUDAN FESTIVAL (TRIBAL FIESTA) 

Isulan, Sultan Kudarat 

It is another tribal fiesta down in Mindanao, with just about every major ethnic group joining in the fun. 

Cultural sharing is the theme here, its message clearly displayed in the timeless songs and dances of 

these native folks. One need not be a Manobo, Tiruray or T’boli to take part in the fun—all you need 

are the right clothes, the right moves, and a genuine desire to go totally tribal! 

CORDILLERA FESTIVAL 

Baguio City 

A showcase of the various tribal dances, rituals and songs of the Cordilleras. 

HIGANTES FESTIVAL 

Angono, Rizal 

A fiesta of "gigantic" proportions highlighted by a grand procession of 10-feet high papier mache 

puppets, surrounded by a crowd of drenched, water-fighting revelers. 

BENGUET FOUNDATION DAY 

Benguet 

The Ethnic Igorots make their presence felt once again in Benguet as they hold a grand canao (the local 

word for "party") at the Benguet provincial capital grounds. Ritual sacrifices are made, followed by a 

series of chants and prayers made in the native language. Tribal performances come next. No touristy 

stuff here, just a healthy dose of of traditional Cordillera culture. 

QUEEN CITY INTERNATIONAL RUN 

Cebu 

More fun and funky than Olympic in effort. Runners from all 

over the world join the 13-kilometer marathon. A $1000 prize awaits the first to cross the finish line. 

KABKABAN FESTIVAL 

Carcar, Cebu 

The festival is not just a religious fanfare in honor of the town’s patroness, St. Catherine of Alexandria, 

but a cuLtural catalogue of the town’s historical periods and industry like shoemaking, as well as their 

arts that is showcased through street dancing and parade 

BAGUIO TOSSED SALAD FESTIVAL 2005 

Baguio City 

A record breaking attempt to showcase the heaviest tossed salad and served to the public 

FEAST OF SANTA CATALINA 

Mansalay, Mindoro, Oriental 

Palarong Lahi, an array of games very native to Mindoreños and Filipino, joined in by all games

enthusiasts. 

PANANGEDAYEW 

Dagupan City 

Panangedayew, Pangasinan word meaning to uplift. Acitvites include garden show beside the Dagupan 

Astrodome, trade fair of Pangasinan’s pride like Bonuan bangus, bagoong, peanut brittle, quilted 

products housewares and locally made Christmas decors. 

ANNUAL PINATUBO TREK (A MARCH TO PEACE TRANQUILITY) 

Brgy. Sta Juliana, Capas Tarlac 

A annual event to commemorate the world-famous eruption of Mt. Pinatubo heralded the world over as 

the biggest and geologic uphearal of the20th century. 

DECEMBER 

KAMUNDAGAN FESTIVAL 

Naga City 

Bustling Naga City becomes doubly busy this month as it celebrates Christmas along with 

its charter anniversary day. Except the residents of this community to play, pray and party 

with an extended schedule of cultural shows, trade fairs and civic parades. Not to be 

missed: the “kiri-kiri” and “pastores” performances, both unique showcases of traditional 

Bicolano culture. 

PASKO SA SUGBU 

Cebu 

Christmas in Cebu is celebrated with songs, gifts, twinkling lights—and a month-long 

program of yuletide events. Check out the nightly cultural shows for taste of the season, 

Cebuano-style. There’s also the various parol, christmas tree and “daygon” competitions, 

participated in by students from the city’s numerous schools. 

CHRISTMAS IN BAGUIO 

Baguio City 

Mardi Gras, fireworks, lantern and decor contest 

LITTLE AND GIANT CHRISTMAS TREES AT THE PLAZA 


A display of brightly illuminated Christmas Trees around the public plaza where one can see 

varied interesting and unique designs and colors depicting the ingenuity of the people. 

BELEN MAKING CONTEST 

Plaza, Bago City, Negros Occidental 

An annual event conducted by the City Government of Bago through the Tourism Affairs 

Office. This contest aims to develop creativity and ingenuity of Bagonhon artists.

NEGROS ANNUAL CULTURAL TOUR 

Silay/Bacolod City 

A tour of Bacolod, Silay, Bago & neighboring areas showcasing Negros history & culture, 

arts and attractions. 

GALICAYO FESTIVAL 

Manaoag, Pangasinan 

A province-wide cultural and religious celebration in honor of Pangasinan’s patroness 

RIMAT TI AMIANAN 

San Fernando City, La Union 

Treasures of the North on display. Glimmering artistry, creativity & ingenuity of Ilocanos & 

Pangasinense displayed in products and crafts. Glittering colors of culture & life spelled out 

in traditional songs and dances. Glowing charm of man-made markers complement the 

inviting beauty of nature flaunted in landscaping exhibits 

SINUKWAN FESTIVAL 

San Fernando, Pampanga 

The sinukwan Festival heralds the unique culture and distinct beliefs of the Kapampangans 

through a colorful street dancing parade 

HUGYAWAN DALANSAYAW 


Hugyawan means “merrymaking and is the main concept of the celebration and 

presentation of the street dancing contingents, whose members come from all parts of the 

province 

CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL 

Opol, Misamis Oriental 

A monthlong festival of lights and chirstmas decors usually made of indigenous materials; 

participated by local offices, schools, private organizations and religious sector with colorful 

streetlight decors as one of the major attractions for the season. 

CHRISTMAS SYMBOLS 

Naawan. Misamis Oriental 

Giant Christmas Symbol contest participated by NGO’s, academe and private organizations 

at the main plaza of the Municipality of Naawan 

PASIGAHAN SA BALINGASAG 

Balingasag, Misamis Oriental 

A Chirstmas décor contest usually participated by different barangay and zones, eith fully 

decorated and lighted streets as its major attractions for the month of December and early 

part of January. 

BELEN IN A TREE 

Iponan, Cagayan de Oro City 

Barangay Iponan version of celebrating Christmas with street decors and Belen contest in a 

fully lighted tree as its major attraction.

CAROLING AND BELEN CONTEST 


Cagayan de Oro merriest time when the 80 barangay’s prepare their entries for the biggest 

and most colorful Christmas Tree & Belen. This event is also complimented with Caroling 

Contest participated by schools, academe, religious group and NGO’s & supported by 

private sector. 

CHRISTMAS TREE/CHRISTMAS SYMBOL CONTEST 


Provincial Capitol celebrating Christmas with huge Christmas tree Contest participated by 

various departments Entires are usually indigenous and recycled materials complemented 

with colorful and stylish Christmas lights. 

CHRISTMAS AT GINGOOG CITY 

Gingoog City 

Gingoog City celebrate Christmas with Belen and most colorful Christmas Arch Competion. 

The event is usually participated by local barangays, schools and private institutions. 

LIGHT UP BUTUAN FOR CHRISTMAS 

Butuan City 

A festival of lights done during Christmas season among urban and highway barangays of 

the city including private and government establishments. 

MINE SAFETY WEEK 

Baguio City 

A competition among country’s mining industry on safety activities. 

LUGLUGAN - PANCIT MALABON FESTIVAL 

Malabon City 

to commemorate the feast of Immaculate Concepcion, Malabon's patron saint. 

KALAMAY FESTIVAL 

San Enrique, Iloilo 

This festival revolves around the culture, tradition, lifestyle and livelihood of the which is the 

sugar industry and its eco-tourism potentials. The festival features a dance-drama depicting 

the flourishing sugar (kalamay) industry in San Enrique. 

SINADYA SA HALARA FESTIVAL (THANKSGIVING) 

Roxas City, Capiz 

It means “joy in sharing and thanksgiving” in the local dialect. Previously celebrated as two 

separate events, the Sinadya and the Halaran now take center stage on the first weekend of 

December. There’s a lot to share and be thankful for, say the Roxas cityfolk, and its all in 

this special occasion- there’s a “Diana” fireworks display, a sumptious foodfest and a grand 

dance festival. 

PASKUHAN SA MARAYKIT 

San Juan, Batangas 

A traditional celebration of yuletide season at Maraykit.

YUGYUGAN FESTIVAL 

December 3- December 12 | Pagsanjan, Laguna 

The feastival features the history and culture of Pagsanjan through music ans dance 

performed by students in Pagsanjan 

CHRISTMAS SYMBOLS FESTIVAL 

Tangub City 

Display of differentindigenous of Christmas symbols; a most spectacular display of 

Christmas lights and decors including a Christmas Carol Contest. 

KARISYOHAN HAN PASKO HA PALO 

Palo, Leyte 

A festival to preserve the beautiful old-fashioned Filipino traditions of celebrating Christmas. 

PAGODA AND CARACOL (FLUVIAL PARADE) 

Malabon City 

The yearly celebrations in the honor of the patroness 

REHIYON-REHIYON 

Marikina City 

A program initiated by former mayor Bayani “BF” Fernando, with a purpose of reviving the 

tie that binds the clans. 

SINADYA SA HALARAN 

Roxas City 

Sinadya sa Halaran literally means "Joy in Sharing & Thanksgiving", fused two major 

festivals of Capiz-Sinadya and Halaran which were previously celebrated separately 

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION DAY 

Cotabato City 

Catholics in Cotabato City celebrate the Immaculate Concepcion Day with a generous 

helping of pomp, pageantry and prayer. A grand civic-military parade highlights the 

festivities, complemented by cultural shows, sports competitions, and of course, lots of 

religious activities. 

FEAST OF IMMACULATE CONCEPTION 


It is a religious festival with a dose of good-natured, fun-loving Palaweno sensibilities. Check 

out the nightly cultural presentations by different villagers, culminating in a grand fluvial 

parade along Pueto Princesa bay.

FEAST OF IMMACULATE CONCEPCION 


A grand celebration of the city’s patroness highlighted by a fluvial parade or Caracol along 

Puerto Princesa Bay 

SAN TEODORO DAY AND IMMACULATE CONCEPTION FEAST 

San Teodoro, Mindoro Oriental 

Tayakad dancing event: Stilts masters systematically march and sway with the music to the 

delight of the audience; a funny and very entertaining event to see. 

COCO FESTIVAL 

San Teodoro, Mindoro Oriental 

A religious festival honoring the Immaculate Conception. It features activities such as street 

dancing, parade of floats, etc., centered on the town’s agricultural bounty: Coconut. 

FLUVIAL PROCESSION AT TAAL 

Taal, Batangas 

Two-day celebration of Taal fiesta. Residents convene at the riverbanks where bancas are 

anchored. 

TAG-ANITOHAN 

Tudela, Camotes Island, Cebu 

The festival is a street dancing and ritual contest participated by the community. It is 

history retold of the richness of the town’s origin from immortals to the time of the 

Christianization until it was separated from its mother town of Poro in the year 1911 

PASCOCOWAYAN 

Isabela City 

Christmas carol contest, Christmas light competitions and trade fairs are among the 

activities. 

BONGGAHAN SA VALENCIA 

Valencia City, Bukidnon 

Display of giant lighted figure in the plaza. 

PAMPANGA DAY 


The people of the Province of Pampanga celebrate the official founding date of pampanga as 

the first province of Luzon on December 11, 1571 

PASKONG HIMIG SA LUNGSOD NG PASIG 

Pasig City 

A yearly Song and Coral Competition featuring Christmas songs and carols. 

COFFEE FESTIVAL 

Lipa City, Batangas 

The coffee festival was conceived to showcase the long reign of Lipa as the coffee granary of 

the Philippines

KASADYAAN FESTIVAL (MARDI GRAS) 


Initiated by Foundation University to add color to the local community''s Christmas season. 

The fifty year old tradition is the longest established festival in negros Oriental. The 

celebration of merriment includes filed presentation, beauty pagents and frolics and 

culminates in Kasadyaan mardi gras. 

PARAYAN FESTIVAL 

Pototan, Iloilo 

Agro-industrial fair 

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS & MUSIC 

La Carlota City 

Featured in this festival are lighted trees in the park and private and public buildings. This 

also showcases various churches and school choirs in the nightly “Christmas Extravaganza 

and Concert in the Park”. 

KANYONG KAWAYAN FESTIVAL 


A unique activity to discourage the use of dangerous pyrotechnics during the yuletide 

season. A citywide contest features the firing of bamboo canons using empty milk cans as 

projectiles. 

SAN FERNANDO GIANT LANTERN FESTIVAL 


Giant lanterns of participating barangays measuring from 14 feet to 18 feet in diameter in 

multi-colored designs and patterns thrill and delight the spectator with their kaleidoscopic 

patterns of light danced to the music of accompanying bands. 

BOD-BOD FESTIVAL 


The festival gives emphasis to this native delicacy made of glutinous rice, coconut milk, 

sugar and salt. It features the Biggest Bod-bod that would weigh as much as eighty kilos 

and requires ten persons to prepare the delicacy, and the Smallest Bod-bod that would 

come served inside a matchbox 

LANTERN FESTIVAL 

Bacolod City 

Annual Lantern Festival and participated in by 61 barangays in Bacolod City. 

SHARIFF KABUNSUAN (ISLAM) 

Cotabato City / Maguindanao 

The grandest festival commemorating the arrival of Shariff Kabunsuan, an Arab Malay 

missionary from Johore, Malay Peninsula to bring Islam in Mainland Mindanao. 

PANTATAN FESTIVAL 

Zarraga, Iloilo 

The main purpose of this festival is to promote the town of Zarraga as one of the major 

producers and trading center of “pantat” in Panay Island. Among the festival activities are 

the ff: Grand Parade & Street Dancing, Pantat Cooking Contest, Search for Lin-ay sang

Zarraga and many more. 

CHRISTMAS LIGHTING 

Santa Barbara, Iloilo 

Christmas for every Barbaranhon is a time for homecoming and family reunions. As a 

gesture of welcome, the Municipal Government launched a Christmas Lighting program 

PASKUA SILAYNON 

Silay City 

16-day celebration filled with thanksgiving and Christmas rituals 

IWAG CHRISTMAS LIGHTS FESTIVAL 

Pototan, Iloilo 

A kaleidoscope of multicolored lights in a 6 ha. Plaza with dancing fountain and food 

festival. 

MISA DE GALLO 

Nationwide 

Misa de Gallo is a Filipino yuletide tradition that starts on the 16th of December and 

culminates in a midnight mass on Christmas Eve. Roman Catholics attend the daily mass at 

three or four in the morning. Upon exiting the church, the hungry is enticed by the sight 

and smell of puto bumbong and bibingka (native delicacies made of sticky and glutinous 

rice sold nearby). 

PASKUHAN SA DUMAGUETE 

Dumaguete City, Negros Oiental 

Dumaguete observes Christmas with that patented flavor of Negros Oriental. Expect the city 

streets to be lit up with millions of light bulbs, complemented by delicate ornaments made 

from handwoven sinamay fabric. Still not impressed Check out the numerous art and craft 

exhibits and garden shows. There’s also a food festival and a grand choral presentations, 

held, of course, in the glowing spirit of the season. 

CLARK NIGHT MARKET/BAZAAR 

Bayanihan Park, Clark Special Economic Zone, Pampanga 

The Night Market/Bazaar is a year-end activity that provides a venue for wholesaler and 

retailers of food, non-food and other novelty items to sell their goods at a lower price as 

compared to regular stores. 

PASKO SA DAPITAN 

Dapitan City 

Exciting celebration of Christmas through spectacular & elaborate sights of Christmas 

symbols and sounds at the City Proper.

PASKO SA DIPOLOG 

Dipolog City 

Nightly variety shows and display of Christmas decors and lights at the City Plaza. 

PASKUHAN 

Region wide (all Region 11 provinces) 

Christmas presentation/activities such as “Pag-ilaw sa Dabaw”, Lantern Contests, dance 

and choral competition. 

PASCUA NA ZAMBOANGA 


Lighting of giant Christmas tree. Most lighted barangay, best belen and the best Christmas 

tree competition are among the different activities. 

PASTORES BICOL 

Legazpi City 

Caroling, Bicol-style. The Pastores is a musical re-enactment of the age-old nativity story. 

Colorful costumes are worn by singers, in honor of the biblical sheperds who sang the first 

Christmas carols. The performance is done with an entourage of traditional musikeros, lots 

of dancing, and a generous dose of Christmas cheer. 

PALUPOK BAYONG FESTIVAL 

Bgy. Cabugao Norte, Sta. Barbara, Iloilo 

A revival of an old tradition in celebrating the New Year by making loud sounds through 

bamboo cannons (bayong). 

TULTUGAN FESTIVAL 

Maasin, Iloilo 

Tultugan is the Hiligaynon and Kiniray-a word for the indigenous bamboo drum. It is the 

emerging festival of the province and the region. 

CHRISTMAS FOOD STREET FESTIVAL 

Cebu City 

Spearheaded by the Hotel, Resort and Restaurant Association of Cebu (HRRAC). For this 

year, the event features the Food Stalls, Midnight Market, Big Screen Movies, Christmas 

Carols/Concerts and Lantern Competition. Likewise, food and handicraft demonstration by 

certain personalities will be showcased for the public.

MAYTINIS FESTIVAL (GRAND CELEBRATION) 

Kawit, Cavite 

A well-loved Caviteno tradition, the Maytinis is a dramatic retelling of St. Joseph’s and 

Virgin Mary’ search in Bethlehem for a place to stay. They found not a room, of course, but 

a stable where Christ was eventually born. Much rejoicing erupts as the play ends, 

culminating in a lively parade down the street of Kawit. It is a uniquely Filipino translation 

of this ancient biblical episode. 

KANYON-KANYON FESTIVAL (PATUNOG-TUNOG KANYON SA NEW YEAR) 

Bgy. Cabugao Norte, Sta. Barbara, Iloilo 

A revival of an old tradition. This is the residents’ own way of celebrating the New Year by 

making loud sounds through bamboo “kanyons”. 

PASIDUNGOG 

San Miguel, Iloilo 

Conceived not only to promote our local culture, history and tourism but also to showcase 

what San Miguel can offer as an agricultural community through an agricultural fair. 

PUTO FESTIVAL 

Calasiao, Pangasinan 

Celebration of the town’s major produce, rice cake (puto). 

PAWIL DAGUPAN 

Dagupan City 

Part of City Fiesta celebration honoring Dagupeños living abroad to celebrate Christmas 

season with their relatives and friens thru colorful parade and dances. 

KALIUGYON FESTIVAL 

Libacao, Aklan 

Kaliugyon means, kali for kalye or streets and ugyon for unity or union in the streets. 

Libacaonons go out for a wild revelry of merrymaking to celebrate the coming of the New 

Year. 

NIÑOS INOSENTES DAY OR YAWA-YAWA FESTIVAL 

Ibajay, Aklan 

It is participated by 2-3 barangays wherein they dress in scary costumes and they go from 

house to house asking for Christmas gifts and goodies. 

TULTUGAN FESTIVAL (DRUM & BAMBOO) 

Maasin, Iloilo 

Tultugan is the Hiligaynon and Kiniray-a word for the indigenous bamboo drum. It is the 

emerging festival of the province and the region.

HORSE FESTIVAL 

Plaridel, Bulacan 

A herd of horses with colorful tilburies parading in the streets of Plaridel in reverence to St. 

Apostle. It is held every 29th and 30th of December. 

RIZAL’S DEATH ANNIVERSARY 

Dapitan City 

Declared a national holiday, and Dapitan City which served as Dr. Jose Rizal’s home for 4 

years in exile, highlights of this occasion with activities focusing on Rizal, including lectures 

on his life, works and ideas by known speakers. 

RIZAL DAY COMMEMORATION 

Silay City Plaza 

The day opens with a solemn holy sacrifice of the mass at San Diego Pro-Cathedral to 

remember the death of a martyr and hero. 

PAKALOG SA PASIG 

Pasig City 

People contribute and lay out a feast on the main street of the barangay and everybody 

partakes of it. 

For Philippine tour packages and suggested 

itineraries, 

contact your favorite travel agent or the 

Philippine Tour Operators Association 

(PHILTOA) 

at tel. nos. (632) 812-4553/817-4608 

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It’s more fun to RETIRE in the Philippines! 

Enjoy your stay. 

By: Social Dynamics Unit, RRSC Department 

Philippine Retirement Authority

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