Philippines Festivals
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PHILIPPINE FESTIVALS
January Festivals
STO. NIÑO FESTIVAL January / Nationwide (but most fun in Cebu)A grand procession of over two hundred well-dressed images of the Child Jesus.
BULAKLAKAN FESTIVAL
January 01 / Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila (45 minutes from Manila)
Annual procession, parade of flowers and costumes.
FEAST OF THE BLACK NAZARENEJanuary 09 / Quiapo, ManilaMillions of the Black Nazarene devotees joined the procession during the Quiapo fiesta. Devotees came from different parts of the country as they believe that by continuing with the yearly family vow or "panata", they will find peace and good health for their families; ask for deliverance from all kinds of calamities,natural and man made; for better health,prosperity and for the stability of our country and world peace
LINGAYEN GULF LANDING ANNIVERSARY
January 09 / Lingayen, Pangasinan (6 hours from Manila by land)
Commemoration of the liberation of Pangasinan from the Japanese invasion led by Gen. Douglas McArthur on Jan. 9, 1945.
January 09 / Romblon (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila to Batangas by land; 2-3 hours from Batangas to Romblon by ferry)
Sto. Niño-inspired revelry and fluvial procession.
January 11-15 / San Pablo City, Laguna (2 hours from Manila by land)
A grand mardi-gras celebration which pays homage to Laguna Province's most ubiquitous crop.
January 13-19 / Cebu City (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
Sto. Niño procession and "Mardi-gras" parade.
CARACOL FESTIVAL
January 19 / Glorietta 4 Park, Makati City, Metro Manila (30 minutes from Manila )
"Caracol" is Spanish for "snail" and Makati City invites revelers and party goers to come out of their shells for the city's annual festival, a colorful and exciting parade complete with parties and merrymaking.
January 25-26 / Iloilo City (1 hour 5 minutes from Manila by air)
Celebrated every 4th weekend of January in Iloilo City. Spectacle characterized by frenetic stomping of feet and hypnotic drumbeating. It is a colorful whirl of thousands of people dressed in unique costumes dancing and chanting all day and night.
FIESTA TSINOY / CHINESE NEW YEAR FESTIVAL
January 30 - February 02 / Chinese Garden, Rizal Park, Manila
A grand celebration to welcome the new Chinese Lunar Year that will feature a Chinese Lauriat with complete show of Chinese performers to be capped by fireworks/pyrotechnic display.
FEBRUARY FESTIVALS
NATIONAL ARTS MONTH
Whole month of February / Cultural Center of the Philippines, Manila
A tribute to the talent and creativity of the Filipino artist, highlights world-renowned Filipino masters, as well as the new generations influencing the local arts scene.
JAPAN MONTH
Whole month of February / March
A month long celebration showcasing the following activities: seminars/symposia, exhibits, food festivals, kabuki performance, film festival & speech contest
KITE FESTIVAL
February 02 /Mariano Perdices Memorial Coliseum, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental
(1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
An annual national kite flying competition initiated by the Rotary Club of Dumaguete East.
PAMULINAWEN
February 02-11 / Laoag City, Ilocos Norte (9 hours from Manila by land)
A feast honoring Saint William the Hermit, the festival aims to pay tribute to the city's hardworking residents, offering them a weeklong schedule of pure fun and play.
FISTAHAN 2003
2nd week of February / Davao City (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila by air)
A culinary festival that features Davao's grilled tuna specialties such as "panga and buntot".
TINAGBA FESTIVAL
February 11 / Iriga City, Camarines Sur (40 minutes from Manila to Naga City by air; 1 hour from Naga City to Iriga City by land)
A lively, folksy procession wherein carabao carts are brought out and decorated with all kinds of fruits and vegetables. An Iriganon way of giving thanks for a bountiful season.
SERENATA
February 11 / Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila (45 minutes from Manila)
Muntinlupa City's version of "brass band heaven" - a loud, lyrical night hosted by more than
thirty bands from all over the city.
SUMAN FESTIVAL
February 17-19 / Baler, Aurora (3 hours from Manila by land)
A parade of uniquely designed floats. Main streets and homes are decked with suman, a native delicacy.
BABAYLAN FESTIVAL
February 19 / Bago City, Negros Occidental (1 hour 10 minutes from Manila to Bacolod by air; 30 minutes from Bacolod to Bago City by land)
Based on the rituals performed by the Babaylans, like rituals on marriage, baptism, healing, harvest and others.
ITIK-ITIK FESTIVAL
February 23 / Pasig City, Metro Manila (20 minutes from Manila)
Features the "itik" or native duck. The celebration includes street dancing, duck cooking contest, outrigger boat race, fluvial procession.
PANAGBENGA - BAGUIO FLOWER FESTIVAL
February 23-March 03 / Baguio City (50 minutes from Manila by air)
Biggest Baguio festival of Cordillera flowers on parade, with garden shows, exhibits, lectures and competitions.
KALILANGAN FESTIVAL
February 27 / General Santos City (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila by air)
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.
INTERNATIONAL BAMBOO FESTIVAL
February / Las Piñas City, Metro Manila (45 minutes from Manila )
Highlights include exhibits at St. Joseph's Parish, an international bamboo musical competition and trade fair on bamboo crafts.
MARCH FESTIVALS
GULING-GULING FESTIVAL
March 05 / Paoay, Ilocos Norte (9 hours from Manila by land)
An exciting and calendrical rites in Paoay where townsfolk and guests participate in street dancing and singing dressed in native costumes, held on Ash Wednesday.
BANGKERO FESTIVAL
March 05-09 / Pagsanjan, Laguna (2 hours from Manila by land)
Boat parade in Pagsanjan River.
KAAMULAN FESTIVAL
1st weekend of March / Malaybalay City, Bukidnon (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City by air; 1 hour 30 minutes from Cagayan de Oro City to Malaybalay City by land)
A showcase of tribal/ethnic songs, dances, games, crafts and rituals.
ARYA! ABRA FESTIVAL
March 07-11 / Bangued, Abra (9 hours from Manila by land)
Abra's biggest festival highlights of which are "Karerakit" bamboo rafting along Calaba River and Tinguan Festival of the tribal natives of Abra.
SANDUGO FESTIVAL
March 16 / Tagbilaran City, Bohol (2 hours from Manila by air)
A festival commemorating the blood-sealed peace treaty between Rajah Sikatuna and Miguel Lopez de Legazpi marking the beginning of the Spanish colonization of the Philippines.
BANANA FESTIVAL
March 18-19 / Baco, Mindoro Oriental (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila to Batangas City by land; 2 hours from Batangas City to Calapan/Baco by ferryland)
A celebration of abundance of banana, other activities include banana cook fest, banana inspired street dancing competition and beauty pageant.
PASAYAW FESTIVAL
March 18-19 / Canlaon City, Negros Oriental (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
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 through the intercession of St. Joseph. On the 19th at 12:00 noon is the "PASAYAW STREET DANCING & PARADE" participated in by 12 contingents from the 12 barangays dancing to the uniform LATIN BEAT followed by a SHOWDOWN competition at 6:00 pm at the city gym.
RODEO MASBATEÑO
March 18-22 / Masbate City, Masbate ( 1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
Feel the excitement of local cowboys as they pit their brains against bovine brawn in western style rodeo events like bull riding and steer wrestling, apart from local games like the good old carabao race.
ALIMANGO FESTIVAL
March 22 / Lala, Lanao del Norte (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City by air; 4 hours 15 minutes from Cagayan de Oro City to Iligan/Lala by land)
A festival to celebrate "Araw ng Lala" featuring displays of different sizes of alimango (crab). Also features native costumes, dances and contests depicting and promoting local culture and tradition and fluvial parade passing through unspoiled mangroves.
APRIL FESTIVALS
SINAKULO
April 13 / Plaza Moriones, Intramuros, Manila
MORIONES FESTIVAL
April 13-20 (Holy Week) / Marinduque (45 minutes from Manila by air)
A week-long festival featuring finely-carved masks worn by colorful warriors depicting the fierce Roman soldiers of Christ's time.
SEMANA SANTA AT IGUIG CALVARY HILLS
April 13-20 (Holy Week) / Iguig, Cagayan (55 minutes from Manila to Tuguegarao by air; 15 minutes from Tuguegarao to Iguig by land)
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.
PANAAD
April 13-20 (Holy Week) / Camiguin (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City by air; 2 hours 15 minutes from Cagayan de Oro City to Camiguin by ferry/land)
A pilgrim's yearly trek around the island in observance of the Lenten season.
BUHING KALBARYO
April 13-20 (Holy Week) / Cebu City, Cebu (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
The Buhing Kalbaryo Foundation Inc. will present the following events during the Holy Week: Bendita sa Lakay on Palm Sunday Re-Enactment of the Trial of Jesus Christ, Street Passion Drama, Sugat on Easter Sunday followed by the Easter Mass.
PANA-AD SA LOBOC
April 13-20 (Holy Week) / Loboc, Bohol (2 hours from Manila by air)
In observance of the Holy Week, the Lobocanons read the "Pasyon" and do a penitential procession through the way of the cross that culminates at the place called "Cruz Daku", a huge cross 80 feet in height which is on top of the higest hill where one can view the neighboring towns including the city.
ANGKAN-ANGKAN
April 16 / Marikina City, Metro Manila (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila)
Feast of clans celebrated as a tribute to the native residents of the city who formed the community and shaped the city's own culture and tradition.
PASKO SA KASAKIT (SEMANA SANTA SA BANTAYAN)
April 17-18 (Holy Thursday/ Good Friday) / Bantayan, Cebu (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Mactan by air; 15 minutes from Mactan to Bantayan by air)
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.
TURUMBA
April 18 / Pakil, Laguna (2 hours from Manila by land)
The largest religious activity consisting of 7 fiestas or lupi to commemorate the seven sorrows of Our Lady of Turumba.
PAGTALTAL SA GUIMARAS
April 18 (Good Friday) / Jordan, Guimaras (1 hour 5 minutes from Manila to Iloilo City by air; 15 minutes from Iloilo City to Jordan by pumpboat)
An annual re-enactment of the story of salvation comparable to Germany's religious Oberrammergau Drama.
CUTUD LENTEN RITES
April 18 (Good Friday ) / San Fernando City, Pampanga (1 hour from Manila by land)
A re-enactment of Christ's passion and death.
PAMALANDONG HA PALO
April 18 (Good Friday) / Palo, Leyte (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Tacloban City by air; 20 minutes from Tacloban City to Palo by land)
Dramatic re-enactment of Christ's sufferings on the cross.
TUNGOH AD HUNGDUAN
April 18-24 / Hungduan, Ifugao (10 hours from Manila by land)
A cultural fiesta of the Ifugaos of Hungduan which features ethnic games, rituals, arts and crafts-oriented activities.
LENTEN FESTIVAL OF HERBAL PREPARATION
April 19 (Black Saturday) / San Antonio, Siquijor (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Dumaguete City by air; 1 hour 15 minutes from Dumaguete City to San Antonio, Siquijor by ferry/land)
A time when herbalists from all over Visayas and Mindanao participate in a ritual known as "Tang-Alap".
TORUGPO
April 19 / Carigara, Leyte (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Tacloban City by air; 1 hour from Tacloban City to Carigara by land)
Carabao and horse fights.
SALUBONG
April 19-20 (Black Saturday/ Easter Sunday) / Angono, Rizal (2 hours from Manila by land)
An Easter Sunday presentation re-enacting the reunion of the Risen Christ with Virgin Mary.
TAMPISAW FESTIVAL
April 19-21 / Concepcion, Iloilo (1 hour 5 minutes from Manila to Iloilo City by air; 2 hours from Iloilo City to Concepcion by land)
A 3-day annual festivity to commemorate the Earth Day Celebration which features fluvial parade, tree planting and other environment educational activities.
SUNDUAN HA CARIGARA
April 20 (Easter Sunday) / Carigara, Leyte (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Tacloban City by air; 1 hour from Tacloban City to Carigara by land)
Cultural/social activities and float parade held on Easter Sunday.
SUNDUAN
April 20 / Pasig City, Metro Manila (20 minutes from 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.
BANKARERA
April 21 / Peñablanca, Cagayan (55 minutes from Manila to Tuguegarao by air; 30 minutes from Tuguegarao to Peñablanca by land)
A boat-rowing race on the waters of scenic Pinacanauan River.
SANDUGUAN FESTIVAL
April 21-27 / Calapan, Mindoro Oriental (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila to Batangas City by land; 1 hour from Batangas City to Calapan by ferry)
A weeklong festivity which features agro-trade fair, historical parade, re-enactment of the barter trading and a street dancing competition.
KADAUGAN SA MACTAN FESTIVAL
April 22-27 / Bgy. Mactan, Lapu-Lapi City, Cebu (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
A week-long commemoration of the historic battle of Mactan between the Spanish Conquistador Fernando Magallanes and Mactan Chieftain Lapu-Lapu.
GOTAD AD HINGYON
April 23-24 / Hingyon Municipality, Ifugao (9 hours from Manila by land)
Ethnic thanksgiving with cultural fair by Ifugaos in Hingyon.
ON TO MAYON
April 24-27 / Legazpi City, Albay (55 minutes from Manila by air)
A mountain climbing expedition to the country's most popular volcano, the majestic Mt. Mayon. Its steep and rugged terrain is a challenge to adventurers and mountain climbers to conquer this beautiful volcano.
HINUGYAW SA HINIGARAN FESTIVAL
April 25-30 / Hinigaran, Negros Occidental (1 hour 10 minutes from Manila to Bacolod City by air; 1 hour 30 minutes from Bacolod City to Hinigaran by land)
A week-long festivity which culminates with a grand parade featuring street dancing performers in their colorful costumes.
YAGYAG FESTIVAL
Last week of April / Cangmating Sibulan, Negros Oriental (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
The festival is a showcase of local arts and culture, fashion and unity. It features Mardi grass type streetdancing and related events. This is also an occasion for trading and barter, and celebration.
BANGUS FESTIVAL
April 28-May 02 / Dagupan City, Pangasinan (6 hours from Manila by land)
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.
PISTA'Y DAYAT
April 29-May 01 / Lingayen, Pangasinan (6 hours from Manila by land)
Thanksgiving festival for the year's bountiful harvest from the sea.
GOTAD AD KIANGAN
April 30-May 03 / Kiangan, Ifugao (9 hours from Manila by land)
A thanksgiving festival Ifugao-style featuring sports, arts and native rituals.
GOTAD AD HINGYON
April / Hingyon, Ifugao (9 hours from Manila by land)
A traditional thanksgiving festivity featuring native songs and dances.
GAME FISHING SAFARI
April 2003 / Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
A 2-day gamefishing tournament which includes other activities like angling clinic, seafood festival, exhibits and film showings.
MAY FESTIVALS
ALIWAN GRAND FIESTA
May 01-03 / Star City, CCP Complex, Roxas Blvd., Manila
A three-day event that will highlight the country's 16 regions at their best with the largest carnival-style parade. Major components are the festival, float and fireworks competitions. It will also feature nightly concerts of the country's best performers and biggest cultural market with products and food from the 16 regions.
BAWANG (GARLIC) FESTIVAL
May 01-03 / Sinait, Ilocos Sur (8 hours from Manila by land)
Competitions and exhibits include biggest garlic, longest and most creative twined garlic bulbs.
DAVAO GULF REGATTA
May 01-04 / Davao Oriental (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila by air)
A regionwide float parade competition featuring decorated bancas and vintas of different designs.
ANTIPOLO PILGRIMAGE
May 01-31/Antipolo, Rizal (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila by land)
An age-old tradition of the devotees of Our Lady of Good Voyage who make the long pilgrimage on foot from Manila to Antipolo.
MAGAYON FESTIVAL
May 01-31 / Albay (55 minutes from Manila by air)
A celebration immortalizing the origin of Mt. Mayon as inspired by Albay's famed legend Daragang Magayon (beautiful maiden). It, likewise, showcases Albay's rich history, arts and culture, trade, travel and tourism.
FLORES DE MAYO/SANTACRUZANMay 01 - 31 / NationwideA parade of the town's loveliest ladies depicting the search and discovery of Christ's Cross by Queen Helena and Constantine.
CARABAO-CARROZA FESTIVAL
May 03 / Pavia, Iloilo (1 hour 5 minutes from Manila to Iloilo City by air; 20 minutes from Iloilo City to Pavia by land)
Features a parade of 18 gaily decorated bamboo sleds and a race among carroza-pulling carabaos on a 400 meter course.
PASALAMAT FESTIVAL
May 04 / La Carlota City, Negros Occidental (1 hour 10 minutes from Manila to Bacolod City by air; 45 minutes from Bacolod City to La Carlota City by land)
Thanksgiving to the God of Agriculture living inside Kanlaon Volcano.
VIVA VIGAN FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
1st week of May / Vigan, Ilocos Sur (8 hours from Manila by land)
A festival in a setting replete with history, heritage and cultural treasures.
MALAKAWAN "PINYA" FESTIVAL
May 09-15 / Calauan, Laguna (2 hours from Manila by land)
Promotes the juicy and sweetest pineapple or "pinya" as the main agricultural product of the town of Calauan.
BEAR BRAND KITEFEST
May 11 / Rizal Park, Manila
A wholesome event for the entire family to bond and have fun together and provides opportunities for everyone to showcase the Filipino artistry.
AGAWAN SA SARIAYA
May 11-15 / Sariaya, Quezon (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila by land)
A thanksgiving celebration to the Lord for the good harvest and abundance of agricultural production.
MAYOHAN SA TAYABASMay 11-15 / Tayabas, Quezon (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila by land)
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 produce.
PAHIYASMay 11-15 / Lucban, Quezon ( 3 hours from Manila by land)
An annual celebration to usher in a bountiful harvest. Homes are decorated with the town's best agricultural products.
PULILAN CARABAO FESTIVAL
May 14 / Pulilan, Bulacan (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila by land)
A thanksgiving fiesta that features oiled, perfumed carabaos paying homage to Pulilan's patron saint by kneeling in front of his statue.
MANGGAHAN SA GUIMARAS FESTIVAL
May 15-22 / Guimaras (1 hour 5 minutes from Manila to Iloilo City by air; 15 minutes from Iloilo City to Guimaras by pumpboat)
A commemorative celebration of the anniversary of Guimaras as a province and to showcase the premier produce of the province (mango) and the various local attractions.
OBANDO FERTILITY RITESMay 17-19/Obando, Bulacan ( 1 1/2 hours from Manila by land)
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.
PG'SALABOK FESTIVAL/LINGGO NG DIPOLOG
May 20-25 / Dipolog City, Zamboanga del Norte (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila by air)
A weeklong festival which culminates with colorful ethnic inspired street dancing.
JUNIOR CHAMBER INTERNATIONAL (JCI) ASIA PACIFIC CONFERENCE
May 21-25 / Cebu International Convention Center, Cebu City (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
LUBI-LUBI FESTIVAL
May 22 / Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City by air; 2 hours from Cagayan de Oro City to Gingoog City by land)
A cultural presentation using parts of the coconut palm and other indigenous materials as props and costumes.
PAHOY-PAHOY FESTIVAL
May 25 / Western Samar (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Tacloban City by air)
A grand parade and street dancing with participants dressed in scarecrow costumes.
MALUMAGPAK CHALLENGE
May 26-30 / New Bataan, Compostela Valley (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila to Davao City by air; 2 hours from Davao City to New Bataan by land)
A trek to Mt. Manurigao-Malumagpak, one of the region's newly discovered eco-tourism destinations.
June Festivals
BILANG-BILANG ABAYAN FESTIVAL
June 01 / Balangay Taft, Surigao City, Surigao del Norte (2 hours 10 minutes from Manila by air)
A showcase of religious heritage of the Surigaonons in honor of St. Virgen de la Paz Y de Buen Viaje.PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
June 12 / Nationwide (highlights are the ceremonies in Rizal Park, Manila and Kawit, Cavite)
BATTLE OF BESANG PASS
June 14 / Cervantes, Ilocos Sur (8 hours from Manila by land)
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 FESTIVAL
June 15-24 / Camarines Norte (8 hours from Manila by land)
A festival featuring the sweet, succulent pineapple thru art exhibits, trade fairs, cultural performances and sports events.
REGADA WATER FESTIVALJune 24 / Cavite City, Cavite (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila by land)
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MUDPACK FESTIVAL
June 24 / Murcia, Negros Occidental (1 hour 10 minutes from Manila to Bacolod City by air; 20 minutes from Bacolod City to Murcia by land)
A symbolic celebration of man's return to primitive time when he was closer to nature. It seeks to instill in people the awareness and care of environment and the use of natural materials in arts and crafts.
PIAT SAMBALI FESTIVAL
June 25-30 / Piat, Cagayan (55 minutes from Manila to Tuguegarao by air; 45 minutes from Tuguegarao to Piat by land)
A religious and cultural revival in commemoration of the Christianization of the Itawes region of Cagayan.
SUBIRAN REGATTA
June 28 / Tacloban City, Leyte (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
Annual race of native sailboats with outriggers displaying seamanship.
PINTADOS FESTIVALJune 29 / Tacloban City, Leyte (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
A body-painting festival in honor of the courageous "pintados" (warrior ancestors).
BALYUAN
June 29 / Tacloban City, Leyte (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
Ceremonial exchange of images of the Holy Child between Leyte and Samar.
KALILANG SA RANAO
June 29-July 05 / Marawi City, Lanao del Sur (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City by air; 2 hours 30 minutes from Cagayan de Oro City to Iligan City/Marawi City by land)
Celebrates the legendary Lake Lanao.
July Festivals
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF GUIBANG
July 01-02 / Gamu, Isabela (55 minutes from Manila to Tuguegarao by air; 1 hour 20 minutes from Tuguegarao to Gamu by land)
Annual feast day of the Miraculous Lady of Guibang.
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF PIAT
July 01-02 / Piat, Cagayan (55 minutes from Manila to Tuguegarao by air; 45 minutes from Tuguegarao to Gamu by land)
Annual feast day of Our Lady of Piat highlighted by the procession of the Marian Image being venerated for centuries.
SAGAYAN FESTIVAL
July 04 / Tubod, Lanao del Norte (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro by air; 4 hours from Cagayan de Oro to Tubod by land)
A culture based celebration with no religious connotation held during Araw ng Lanao del Norte. It features Maranao war dance depicting masculinity.
SUBAYAN KEG SUBANON FESTIVAL
July 15-16 / Ozamiz City, Misamis Occidental (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro by air; 3 hours from Cagayan de Oro to Ozamiz City by ferry/land)
A festival showcasing traditional songs, dances and rituals.
TINALAK FESTIVAL
July 16-19 / Koronadal City, South Cotabato (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila to General Santos City by air; 1 hour 20 minutes from General Santos City to Koronadal City by land)
A harvest thanksgiving fiesta.
Celebrated every 4th weekend of January in Iloilo City. Spectacle characterized by frenetic stomping of feet and hypnotic drumbeating. It is a colorful whirl of thousands of people dressed in unique costumes dancing and chanting all day and night.
FIESTA TSINOY / CHINESE NEW YEAR FESTIVAL
January 30 - February 02 / Chinese Garden, Rizal Park, Manila
A grand celebration to welcome the new Chinese Lunar Year that will feature a Chinese Lauriat with complete show of Chinese performers to be capped by fireworks/pyrotechnic display.
FEBRUARY FESTIVALS
NATIONAL ARTS MONTH
Whole month of February / Cultural Center of the Philippines, Manila
A tribute to the talent and creativity of the Filipino artist, highlights world-renowned Filipino masters, as well as the new generations influencing the local arts scene.
JAPAN MONTH
Whole month of February / March
A month long celebration showcasing the following activities: seminars/symposia, exhibits, food festivals, kabuki performance, film festival & speech contest
KITE FESTIVAL
February 02 /Mariano Perdices Memorial Coliseum, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental
(1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
An annual national kite flying competition initiated by the Rotary Club of Dumaguete East.
PAMULINAWEN
February 02-11 / Laoag City, Ilocos Norte (9 hours from Manila by land)
A feast honoring Saint William the Hermit, the festival aims to pay tribute to the city's hardworking residents, offering them a weeklong schedule of pure fun and play.
FISTAHAN 2003
2nd week of February / Davao City (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila by air)
A culinary festival that features Davao's grilled tuna specialties such as "panga and buntot".
TINAGBA FESTIVAL
February 11 / Iriga City, Camarines Sur (40 minutes from Manila to Naga City by air; 1 hour from Naga City to Iriga City by land)
A lively, folksy procession wherein carabao carts are brought out and decorated with all kinds of fruits and vegetables. An Iriganon way of giving thanks for a bountiful season.
SERENATA
February 11 / Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila (45 minutes from Manila)
Muntinlupa City's version of "brass band heaven" - a loud, lyrical night hosted by more than
thirty bands from all over the city.
February 17-19 / Baler, Aurora (3 hours from Manila by land)
A parade of uniquely designed floats. Main streets and homes are decked with suman, a native delicacy.
BABAYLAN FESTIVAL
February 19 / Bago City, Negros Occidental (1 hour 10 minutes from Manila to Bacolod by air; 30 minutes from Bacolod to Bago City by land)
Based on the rituals performed by the Babaylans, like rituals on marriage, baptism, healing, harvest and others.
ITIK-ITIK FESTIVAL
February 23 / Pasig City, Metro Manila (20 minutes from Manila)
Features the "itik" or native duck. The celebration includes street dancing, duck cooking contest, outrigger boat race, fluvial procession.
PANAGBENGA - BAGUIO FLOWER FESTIVAL
February 23-March 03 / Baguio City (50 minutes from Manila by air)
Biggest Baguio festival of Cordillera flowers on parade, with garden shows, exhibits, lectures and competitions.
KALILANGAN FESTIVAL
February 27 / General Santos City (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila by air)
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.
February / Las Piñas City, Metro Manila (45 minutes from Manila )
Highlights include exhibits at St. Joseph's Parish, an international bamboo musical competition and trade fair on bamboo crafts.
MARCH FESTIVALS
GULING-GULING FESTIVAL
March 05 / Paoay, Ilocos Norte (9 hours from Manila by land)
An exciting and calendrical rites in Paoay where townsfolk and guests participate in street dancing and singing dressed in native costumes, held on Ash Wednesday.
BANGKERO FESTIVAL
March 05-09 / Pagsanjan, Laguna (2 hours from Manila by land)
Boat parade in Pagsanjan River.
KAAMULAN FESTIVAL
1st weekend of March / Malaybalay City, Bukidnon (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City by air; 1 hour 30 minutes from Cagayan de Oro City to Malaybalay City by land)
A showcase of tribal/ethnic songs, dances, games, crafts and rituals.
ARYA! ABRA FESTIVAL
March 07-11 / Bangued, Abra (9 hours from Manila by land)
Abra's biggest festival highlights of which are "Karerakit" bamboo rafting along Calaba River and Tinguan Festival of the tribal natives of Abra.
SANDUGO FESTIVAL
March 16 / Tagbilaran City, Bohol (2 hours from Manila by air)
A festival commemorating the blood-sealed peace treaty between Rajah Sikatuna and Miguel Lopez de Legazpi marking the beginning of the Spanish colonization of the Philippines.
BANANA FESTIVAL
March 18-19 / Baco, Mindoro Oriental (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila to Batangas City by land; 2 hours from Batangas City to Calapan/Baco by ferryland)
A celebration of abundance of banana, other activities include banana cook fest, banana inspired street dancing competition and beauty pageant.
PASAYAW FESTIVAL
March 18-19 / Canlaon City, Negros Oriental (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
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 through the intercession of St. Joseph. On the 19th at 12:00 noon is the "PASAYAW STREET DANCING & PARADE" participated in by 12 contingents from the 12 barangays dancing to the uniform LATIN BEAT followed by a SHOWDOWN competition at 6:00 pm at the city gym.
March 18-22 / Masbate City, Masbate ( 1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
Feel the excitement of local cowboys as they pit their brains against bovine brawn in western style rodeo events like bull riding and steer wrestling, apart from local games like the good old carabao race.
ALIMANGO FESTIVAL
March 22 / Lala, Lanao del Norte (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City by air; 4 hours 15 minutes from Cagayan de Oro City to Iligan/Lala by land)
A festival to celebrate "Araw ng Lala" featuring displays of different sizes of alimango (crab). Also features native costumes, dances and contests depicting and promoting local culture and tradition and fluvial parade passing through unspoiled mangroves.
APRIL FESTIVALS
BANANA FESTIVAL April 01-05 / La Castellana, Negros Occidental (1 hour 10 minutes from Manila to Bacolod City by air; 1 hour 40 minutes from Bacolod City to La Castellana by land) An agricultural trade showcase of the bountiful harvest of the municipality, particularly banana. KESONG PUTI FESTIVAL April 01-07 / Sta. Cruz, Laguna (2 hours from Manila by land) 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 kesong puti, made from carabao milk, fermented and wrapped in banana leaves. LILIW GAT TAYAW FOOTWEAR FESTIVAL April 03-07 / Liliw, Laguna (2 hours from Manila by land) A colorful event highlighted by a parade of floats featuring the agricultural and industrial products of Liliw. ALLAW TA APO SANDAWA April 07 / Kidapawan City, North Cotabato (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cotabato City by air; 2 hours 15 minutes from Cotabato City to Kidapawan City by land) 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. ARAW NG KAGITINGAN April 09 / Mt. Samat, Bataan (2 hours from Manila by land) Commemoration of the Fall of Bataan, the last province to surrender to the Japanese in World War II. PANA-AD SA NEGROS April 12-21 / Bacolod City (1 hour 10 minutes from Manila by air) A grand celebration bringing together all the 10 cities and 22 municipalities in a showcase of trade, tourism, commerce and industry, arts and culture. |
SINAKULO
April 13 / Plaza Moriones, Intramuros, Manila
MORIONES FESTIVALApril 13-20 (Holy Week) / Marinduque (45 minutes from Manila by air)
A week-long festival featuring finely-carved masks worn by colorful warriors depicting the fierce Roman soldiers of Christ's time.
SEMANA SANTA AT IGUIG CALVARY HILLS
April 13-20 (Holy Week) / Iguig, Cagayan (55 minutes from Manila to Tuguegarao by air; 15 minutes from Tuguegarao to Iguig by land)
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.
PANAAD
April 13-20 (Holy Week) / Camiguin (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City by air; 2 hours 15 minutes from Cagayan de Oro City to Camiguin by ferry/land)
A pilgrim's yearly trek around the island in observance of the Lenten season.
BUHING KALBARYO
April 13-20 (Holy Week) / Cebu City, Cebu (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
The Buhing Kalbaryo Foundation Inc. will present the following events during the Holy Week: Bendita sa Lakay on Palm Sunday Re-Enactment of the Trial of Jesus Christ, Street Passion Drama, Sugat on Easter Sunday followed by the Easter Mass.
PANA-AD SA LOBOC
April 13-20 (Holy Week) / Loboc, Bohol (2 hours from Manila by air)
In observance of the Holy Week, the Lobocanons read the "Pasyon" and do a penitential procession through the way of the cross that culminates at the place called "Cruz Daku", a huge cross 80 feet in height which is on top of the higest hill where one can view the neighboring towns including the city.
ANGKAN-ANGKAN
April 16 / Marikina City, Metro Manila (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila)
Feast of clans celebrated as a tribute to the native residents of the city who formed the community and shaped the city's own culture and tradition.
PASKO SA KASAKIT (SEMANA SANTA SA BANTAYAN)
April 17-18 (Holy Thursday/ Good Friday) / Bantayan, Cebu (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Mactan by air; 15 minutes from Mactan to Bantayan by air)
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.
TURUMBA
April 18 / Pakil, Laguna (2 hours from Manila by land)
The largest religious activity consisting of 7 fiestas or lupi to commemorate the seven sorrows of Our Lady of Turumba.
PAGTALTAL SA GUIMARAS
April 18 (Good Friday) / Jordan, Guimaras (1 hour 5 minutes from Manila to Iloilo City by air; 15 minutes from Iloilo City to Jordan by pumpboat)
An annual re-enactment of the story of salvation comparable to Germany's religious Oberrammergau Drama.
CUTUD LENTEN RITES
April 18 (Good Friday ) / San Fernando City, Pampanga (1 hour from Manila by land)
A re-enactment of Christ's passion and death.
PAMALANDONG HA PALO
April 18 (Good Friday) / Palo, Leyte (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Tacloban City by air; 20 minutes from Tacloban City to Palo by land)
Dramatic re-enactment of Christ's sufferings on the cross.
TUNGOH AD HUNGDUAN
April 18-24 / Hungduan, Ifugao (10 hours from Manila by land)
A cultural fiesta of the Ifugaos of Hungduan which features ethnic games, rituals, arts and crafts-oriented activities.
LENTEN FESTIVAL OF HERBAL PREPARATION
April 19 (Black Saturday) / San Antonio, Siquijor (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Dumaguete City by air; 1 hour 15 minutes from Dumaguete City to San Antonio, Siquijor by ferry/land)
A time when herbalists from all over Visayas and Mindanao participate in a ritual known as "Tang-Alap".
TORUGPO
April 19 / Carigara, Leyte (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Tacloban City by air; 1 hour from Tacloban City to Carigara by land)
Carabao and horse fights.
SALUBONG
April 19-20 (Black Saturday/ Easter Sunday) / Angono, Rizal (2 hours from Manila by land)
An Easter Sunday presentation re-enacting the reunion of the Risen Christ with Virgin Mary.
TAMPISAW FESTIVAL
April 19-21 / Concepcion, Iloilo (1 hour 5 minutes from Manila to Iloilo City by air; 2 hours from Iloilo City to Concepcion by land)
A 3-day annual festivity to commemorate the Earth Day Celebration which features fluvial parade, tree planting and other environment educational activities.
SUNDUAN HA CARIGARA
April 20 (Easter Sunday) / Carigara, Leyte (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Tacloban City by air; 1 hour from Tacloban City to Carigara by land)
Cultural/social activities and float parade held on Easter Sunday.
SUNDUAN
April 20 / Pasig City, Metro Manila (20 minutes from 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.
BANKARERA
April 21 / Peñablanca, Cagayan (55 minutes from Manila to Tuguegarao by air; 30 minutes from Tuguegarao to Peñablanca by land)
A boat-rowing race on the waters of scenic Pinacanauan River.
SANDUGUAN FESTIVAL
April 21-27 / Calapan, Mindoro Oriental (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila to Batangas City by land; 1 hour from Batangas City to Calapan by ferry)
A weeklong festivity which features agro-trade fair, historical parade, re-enactment of the barter trading and a street dancing competition.
April 22-27 / Bgy. Mactan, Lapu-Lapi City, Cebu (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
A week-long commemoration of the historic battle of Mactan between the Spanish Conquistador Fernando Magallanes and Mactan Chieftain Lapu-Lapu.
GOTAD AD HINGYON
April 23-24 / Hingyon Municipality, Ifugao (9 hours from Manila by land)
Ethnic thanksgiving with cultural fair by Ifugaos in Hingyon.
ON TO MAYON
April 24-27 / Legazpi City, Albay (55 minutes from Manila by air)
A mountain climbing expedition to the country's most popular volcano, the majestic Mt. Mayon. Its steep and rugged terrain is a challenge to adventurers and mountain climbers to conquer this beautiful volcano.
HINUGYAW SA HINIGARAN FESTIVAL
April 25-30 / Hinigaran, Negros Occidental (1 hour 10 minutes from Manila to Bacolod City by air; 1 hour 30 minutes from Bacolod City to Hinigaran by land)
A week-long festivity which culminates with a grand parade featuring street dancing performers in their colorful costumes.
YAGYAG FESTIVAL
Last week of April / Cangmating Sibulan, Negros Oriental (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
The festival is a showcase of local arts and culture, fashion and unity. It features Mardi grass type streetdancing and related events. This is also an occasion for trading and barter, and celebration.
BANGUS FESTIVAL
April 28-May 02 / Dagupan City, Pangasinan (6 hours from Manila by land)
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.
PISTA'Y DAYAT
April 29-May 01 / Lingayen, Pangasinan (6 hours from Manila by land)
Thanksgiving festival for the year's bountiful harvest from the sea.
GOTAD AD KIANGAN
April 30-May 03 / Kiangan, Ifugao (9 hours from Manila by land)
A thanksgiving festival Ifugao-style featuring sports, arts and native rituals.
GOTAD AD HINGYON
April / Hingyon, Ifugao (9 hours from Manila by land)
A traditional thanksgiving festivity featuring native songs and dances.
GAME FISHING SAFARI
April 2003 / Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
A 2-day gamefishing tournament which includes other activities like angling clinic, seafood festival, exhibits and film showings.
MAY FESTIVALS
ALIWAN GRAND FIESTA
May 01-03 / Star City, CCP Complex, Roxas Blvd., Manila
A three-day event that will highlight the country's 16 regions at their best with the largest carnival-style parade. Major components are the festival, float and fireworks competitions. It will also feature nightly concerts of the country's best performers and biggest cultural market with products and food from the 16 regions.
BAWANG (GARLIC) FESTIVAL
May 01-03 / Sinait, Ilocos Sur (8 hours from Manila by land)
Competitions and exhibits include biggest garlic, longest and most creative twined garlic bulbs.
DAVAO GULF REGATTA
May 01-04 / Davao Oriental (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila by air)
A regionwide float parade competition featuring decorated bancas and vintas of different designs.
ANTIPOLO PILGRIMAGE
May 01-31/Antipolo, Rizal (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila by land)
An age-old tradition of the devotees of Our Lady of Good Voyage who make the long pilgrimage on foot from Manila to Antipolo.
MAGAYON FESTIVAL
May 01-31 / Albay (55 minutes from Manila by air)
A celebration immortalizing the origin of Mt. Mayon as inspired by Albay's famed legend Daragang Magayon (beautiful maiden). It, likewise, showcases Albay's rich history, arts and culture, trade, travel and tourism.
CARABAO-CARROZA FESTIVAL
May 03 / Pavia, Iloilo (1 hour 5 minutes from Manila to Iloilo City by air; 20 minutes from Iloilo City to Pavia by land)
Features a parade of 18 gaily decorated bamboo sleds and a race among carroza-pulling carabaos on a 400 meter course.
PASALAMAT FESTIVAL
May 04 / La Carlota City, Negros Occidental (1 hour 10 minutes from Manila to Bacolod City by air; 45 minutes from Bacolod City to La Carlota City by land)
Thanksgiving to the God of Agriculture living inside Kanlaon Volcano.
1st week of May / Vigan, Ilocos Sur (8 hours from Manila by land)
A festival in a setting replete with history, heritage and cultural treasures.
MALAKAWAN "PINYA" FESTIVAL
May 09-15 / Calauan, Laguna (2 hours from Manila by land)
Promotes the juicy and sweetest pineapple or "pinya" as the main agricultural product of the town of Calauan.
May 11 / Rizal Park, Manila
A wholesome event for the entire family to bond and have fun together and provides opportunities for everyone to showcase the Filipino artistry.
May 11-15 / Sariaya, Quezon (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila by land)
A thanksgiving celebration to the Lord for the good harvest and abundance of agricultural production.
MAYOHAN SA TAYABASMay 11-15 / Tayabas, Quezon (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila by land)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 produce.
PAHIYASMay 11-15 / Lucban, Quezon ( 3 hours from Manila by land)An annual celebration to usher in a bountiful harvest. Homes are decorated with the town's best agricultural products.
May 14 / Pulilan, Bulacan (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila by land)
A thanksgiving fiesta that features oiled, perfumed carabaos paying homage to Pulilan's patron saint by kneeling in front of his statue.
MANGGAHAN SA GUIMARAS FESTIVAL
May 15-22 / Guimaras (1 hour 5 minutes from Manila to Iloilo City by air; 15 minutes from Iloilo City to Guimaras by pumpboat)
A commemorative celebration of the anniversary of Guimaras as a province and to showcase the premier produce of the province (mango) and the various local attractions.
OBANDO FERTILITY RITESMay 17-19/Obando, Bulacan ( 1 1/2 hours from Manila by land)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.
May 20-25 / Dipolog City, Zamboanga del Norte (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila by air)
A weeklong festival which culminates with colorful ethnic inspired street dancing.
JUNIOR CHAMBER INTERNATIONAL (JCI) ASIA PACIFIC CONFERENCE
May 21-25 / Cebu International Convention Center, Cebu City (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
LUBI-LUBI FESTIVAL
May 22 / Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City by air; 2 hours from Cagayan de Oro City to Gingoog City by land)
A cultural presentation using parts of the coconut palm and other indigenous materials as props and costumes.
PAHOY-PAHOY FESTIVAL
May 25 / Western Samar (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Tacloban City by air)
A grand parade and street dancing with participants dressed in scarecrow costumes.
MALUMAGPAK CHALLENGE
May 26-30 / New Bataan, Compostela Valley (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila to Davao City by air; 2 hours from Davao City to New Bataan by land)
A trek to Mt. Manurigao-Malumagpak, one of the region's newly discovered eco-tourism destinations.
June Festivals
BILANG-BILANG ABAYAN FESTIVAL
June 01 / Balangay Taft, Surigao City, Surigao del Norte (2 hours 10 minutes from Manila by air)
A showcase of religious heritage of the Surigaonons in honor of St. Virgen de la Paz Y de Buen Viaje.PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
June 12 / Nationwide (highlights are the ceremonies in Rizal Park, Manila and Kawit, Cavite)
BATTLE OF BESANG PASS
June 14 / Cervantes, Ilocos Sur (8 hours from Manila by land)
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 FESTIVAL
June 15-24 / Camarines Norte (8 hours from Manila by land)
A festival featuring the sweet, succulent pineapple thru art exhibits, trade fairs, cultural performances and sports events.
PISTA Y ANG KAGUEBAN
3rd week of June / Puerto Princesa City, Palawan (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
Palawan's offer to nature: tree-planting, live performances by the city's eco-friendly artists.
3rd week of June / Puerto Princesa City, Palawan (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
Palawan's offer to nature: tree-planting, live performances by the city's eco-friendly artists.
BARAGATAN SA PALAWAN
June 17-23 / Provincial Capitol Compound, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
A commemoration of the city's foundation day anniversary with a colorful parade, trade fairs and food fests.
June 17-23 / Provincial Capitol Compound, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
A commemoration of the city's foundation day anniversary with a colorful parade, trade fairs and food fests.
TABAK FESTIVAL
June 18-24 / Tabaco City, Albay (55 minutes from Manila to Legazpi City by air; 30 minutes from Legazpi City to Tabaco City by land)
A celebration of fun and pageantry highlighted by a street presentation which showcases the legend of the City where its name was derived.
June 18-24 / Tabaco City, Albay (55 minutes from Manila to Legazpi City by air; 30 minutes from Legazpi City to Tabaco City by land)
A celebration of fun and pageantry highlighted by a street presentation which showcases the legend of the City where its name was derived.
ZAMBULAWAN FESTIVAL
June 20 / Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Dipolog City by air; 2 hours 30 minutes from Dipolog City to Pagadian City by land)
Street dancing and colorful parade highlighting native Subanen costumes and rituals.
June 20 / Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Dipolog City by air; 2 hours 30 minutes from Dipolog City to Pagadian City by land)
Street dancing and colorful parade highlighting native Subanen costumes and rituals.
PILI FESTIVAL
June 20-29 / Sorsogon, Sorsogon (55 minutes from Manila to Legazpi City by air; 1 hour 30 minutes from Legazpi City to Sorsogon by land)
An annual tribute to Bicol's indigenous crop, the "pili" nut with street dancing parade.
June 20-29 / Sorsogon, Sorsogon (55 minutes from Manila to Legazpi City by air; 1 hour 30 minutes from Legazpi City to Sorsogon by land)
An annual tribute to Bicol's indigenous crop, the "pili" nut with street dancing parade.
KALIGUAN FESTIVAL
June 22-24 / Cagwait, Surigao del Sur (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Butuan City by air; 3 hours 30 minutes from Butuan City to Cagwait by land)
A fluvial festival coupled with beach dancing and other beach-fun activities.
June 22-24 / Cagwait, Surigao del Sur (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Butuan City by air; 3 hours 30 minutes from Butuan City to Cagwait by land)
A fluvial festival coupled with beach dancing and other beach-fun activities.
CALUMPIT "LIBAD" FESTIVAL
June 23 / Calumpit, Bulacan (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila by land)
A celebration in honor of the patron saint St. John the Baptist.TAONG PUTIK
June 24 / Aliaga, Nueva Ecija (4 hours 30 minutes from Manila by land)
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.
June 23 / Calumpit, Bulacan (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila by land)
A celebration in honor of the patron saint St. John the Baptist.TAONG PUTIK
June 24 / Aliaga, Nueva Ecija (4 hours 30 minutes from Manila by land)
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
June 24 / Balayan, Batangas (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila by land)
A grand parade of succulent roasted pigs.
June 24 / Balayan, Batangas (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila by land)
A grand parade of succulent roasted pigs.
REGADA WATER FESTIVALJune 24 / Cavite City, Cavite (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila by land)
A celebration in honor of Nuestra Señora de Porta Vaga.[details]
June 24 / Murcia, Negros Occidental (1 hour 10 minutes from Manila to Bacolod City by air; 20 minutes from Bacolod City to Murcia by land)
A symbolic celebration of man's return to primitive time when he was closer to nature. It seeks to instill in people the awareness and care of environment and the use of natural materials in arts and crafts.
PIAT SAMBALI FESTIVAL
June 25-30 / Piat, Cagayan (55 minutes from Manila to Tuguegarao by air; 45 minutes from Tuguegarao to Piat by land)
A religious and cultural revival in commemoration of the Christianization of the Itawes region of Cagayan.
SUBIRAN REGATTA
June 28 / Tacloban City, Leyte (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
Annual race of native sailboats with outriggers displaying seamanship.
A body-painting festival in honor of the courageous "pintados" (warrior ancestors).
BALYUAN
June 29 / Tacloban City, Leyte (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
Ceremonial exchange of images of the Holy Child between Leyte and Samar.
KALILANG SA RANAO
June 29-July 05 / Marawi City, Lanao del Sur (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City by air; 2 hours 30 minutes from Cagayan de Oro City to Iligan City/Marawi City by land)
Celebrates the legendary Lake Lanao.
July Festivals
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF GUIBANG
July 01-02 / Gamu, Isabela (55 minutes from Manila to Tuguegarao by air; 1 hour 20 minutes from Tuguegarao to Gamu by land)
Annual feast day of the Miraculous Lady of Guibang.
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF PIAT
July 01-02 / Piat, Cagayan (55 minutes from Manila to Tuguegarao by air; 45 minutes from Tuguegarao to Gamu by land)
Annual feast day of Our Lady of Piat highlighted by the procession of the Marian Image being venerated for centuries.
SAGAYAN FESTIVAL
July 04 / Tubod, Lanao del Norte (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro by air; 4 hours from Cagayan de Oro to Tubod by land)
A culture based celebration with no religious connotation held during Araw ng Lanao del Norte. It features Maranao war dance depicting masculinity.
SUBAYAN KEG SUBANON FESTIVAL
July 15-16 / Ozamiz City, Misamis Occidental (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro by air; 3 hours from Cagayan de Oro to Ozamiz City by ferry/land)
A festival showcasing traditional songs, dances and rituals.
TINALAK FESTIVAL
July 16-19 / Koronadal City, South Cotabato (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila to General Santos City by air; 1 hour 20 minutes from General Santos City to Koronadal City by land)
A harvest thanksgiving fiesta.
SANDUGO FESTIVAL
July 20/ Bool, Tagbilaran City, Bohol (2 hours from Manila by air)
A festival commemorating the blood-sealed peace treaty between Rajah Sikatuna and Miguel Lopez de Legazpi marking the beginning of the Spanish colonization of the Philippines.
A festival commemorating the blood-sealed peace treaty between Rajah Sikatuna and Miguel Lopez de Legazpi marking the beginning of the Spanish colonization of the Philippines.
KALIGA FESTIVAL
July 22 / Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City by air; 2 hours from Cagayan de Oro City to Gingoog City by land)
A street dancing parade.
July 22 / Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City by air; 2 hours from Cagayan de Oro City to Gingoog City by land)
A street dancing parade.
SUBLIAN FESTIVAL
July 23 / Batangas City, Batangas (2 hours 30 minutes from Manila by land)
An annual celebration to pay homage to the Holy Cross for a bountiful harvest.
SINULOG DE TANJAY FESTIVAL
July 24 / Tanjay, Negros Oriental (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Dumaguete City by air; 45 minutes from Dumaguete City to Tanjay by land)
Street dancing with mock battles between Moros and Christians followed by reconciliation through the intercession of the patron Señor Santiago.
KINABAYO FESTIVAL
July 25 / Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila by air)
A re-enactment of the Spanish-Moorish wars particularly the battle of Covadonga.
BANIG FESTIVAL
July / Badian, Cebu (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Badian via Mactan by air)
Showcases the Cebuano and Badianganon culture, tradition, delicacies and local products especially its famous "mats" (banig).
August Festivals
PALU-PALO FESTIVAL
August 04-05 / Basco, Batanes (2 hours from Manila by air)
A cultural presentation of the different municipalities of Batanes, showcasing their ethnic group's rugged yet storied existence.
FRUIT FESTIVAL
August 09-11 / Kidapawan City, North Cotabato (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cotabato City by air; 2 hours 15 minutes from Cotabato City to Kidapawan City by land)
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.
CORDOVA DINAGAT FESTIVAL
2nd week of August / Cordova, Cebu (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila by air)
A festival characterized by streetdancing and an interpretative dance competition based on the fishing rituals and culture of the Cordovanhons.
KALIBONGAN FESTIVAL
August 15 / Kidapawan City, North Cotabato (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cotabato City by air; 2 hours 15 minutes from Cotabato City to Kidapawan City by land)
The natives' own version of "party" with a traditional horsefight, a "blood compact" peace ceremony, etc.
LUBI-LUBI FESTIVAL
August 15 / Calubian, Leyte (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Tacloban City by air; 3 hours from Tacloban City to Calubian by land)
The humble coconut tree gets its day in the spotlight as the town celebrates its Lubi-Lubi Festival.
PAVVU- RULUN FESTIVAL & PADDA NA LIMA
August 15-17 / Tuguegarao, Cagayan (55 minutes from Manila by air)
Celebration includes sports and cultural presentations, Padda na Lima Trade Fair, beauty pageant, street dancing.
BANKATON
August 20 / Lavezares, Northern Samar (1 hour 15 minutes from Manila to Tacloban City by air; 6 hours from Tacloban City to Lavezares by land)
An annual motorboat race off the coast of Northern Samar.
KADAYAWAN SA DABAW August 20-24 / Davao City (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila by air)
A festival celebrating the city's bountiful harvest in a form of grand colorful parade of orchid-bedecked floats and tribal street dancing.
BALAGTASAN SA INTRAMUROS
August 22 / Teatrillo, Plaza San Luis, Intramuros, Manila
September Festivals
SARAKIKI FESTIVAL
September 01-08 / Calbayog City, Northern Samar (1 hour 35 minutes from Manila by air)
A festival on the funny, clucking chicken dance called "sarakiki".
INTERNATIONAL CHORALE FESTIVAL "A MUSICAL JOURNEY THROUGH PHILIPPINE HERITAGE SITES"
September 01-07 / Venue TBA
A showcase of the best international and local choirs against the backdrop of selected heritage sites - A fusion of music and sites.
BICOL REGION'S BEST OF THE BEST
September 01-14 / Manila
A showcase of the best of the best of Bicol (music, dances, fiestas, culinary delights, street parties, arts and crafts). It aims to give a glimpse of what happens in the various provinces, and provides a venue for the region to sell their tour packages, products and open their doors to business opportunities.
NORTH PHILIPPINES TRAVEL & TRADE FAIR
September 02-15 / Venue TBA
Showcases the best of the Northern Philippines' products, arts and crafts.
TILAW SA PAGKAONG NAN SURIGAONON (FOOD FESTIVAL)
September 03 / Surigao City, Surigao del Norte (2 hours 10 minutes from Manila by air)
A sumptuous, delicious celebration of the native Surigaonon palate.
PHILIPPINE TOURISM CUP
September 03-04 / The Riviera Golf & Country Club, Silang, Cavite (1 hour from Manila by land)
September 06-07 / Lanang Country Club, Davao City (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila by air)
September 10-11 / The Riviera Golf & Country Club, Silang, Cavite (1 hour from Manila by land)
September 13-14 / Apo Golf & Country Club (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila by air)
September 21- / Ranchos Palos Verdes Golf & Country Club (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila by air)
September 28 / Zamboanga Golf Course & Beach Park, Zamboanga City (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila by air)
A monthly golf tournament, to be held on a regional level, which aims to promote the country as "Asia's Golf Capital".
A monthly golf tournament, held on a regional level, which aims to promote the country as "Asia's Golf Capital".
September 01-08 / Calbayog City, Northern Samar (1 hour 35 minutes from Manila by air)
A festival on the funny, clucking chicken dance called "sarakiki".
INTERNATIONAL CHORALE FESTIVAL "A MUSICAL JOURNEY THROUGH PHILIPPINE HERITAGE SITES"
September 01-07 / Venue TBA
A showcase of the best international and local choirs against the backdrop of selected heritage sites - A fusion of music and sites.
BICOL REGION'S BEST OF THE BEST
September 01-14 / Manila
A showcase of the best of the best of Bicol (music, dances, fiestas, culinary delights, street parties, arts and crafts). It aims to give a glimpse of what happens in the various provinces, and provides a venue for the region to sell their tour packages, products and open their doors to business opportunities.
NORTH PHILIPPINES TRAVEL & TRADE FAIR
September 02-15 / Venue TBA
Showcases the best of the Northern Philippines' products, arts and crafts.
TILAW SA PAGKAONG NAN SURIGAONON (FOOD FESTIVAL)
September 03 / Surigao City, Surigao del Norte (2 hours 10 minutes from Manila by air)
A sumptuous, delicious celebration of the native Surigaonon palate.
PHILIPPINE TOURISM CUP
September 03-04 / The Riviera Golf & Country Club, Silang, Cavite (1 hour from Manila by land)
September 06-07 / Lanang Country Club, Davao City (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila by air)
September 10-11 / The Riviera Golf & Country Club, Silang, Cavite (1 hour from Manila by land)
September 13-14 / Apo Golf & Country Club (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila by air)
September 21- / Ranchos Palos Verdes Golf & Country Club (1 hour 45 minutes from Manila by air)
September 28 / Zamboanga Golf Course & Beach Park, Zamboanga City (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila by air)
A monthly golf tournament, to be held on a regional level, which aims to promote the country as "Asia's Golf Capital".
A monthly golf tournament, held on a regional level, which aims to promote the country as "Asia's Golf Capital".
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