Calendar of Philippines Festivals and Events

Have the best of opportunities through which you can explore the cultural specialty of the country during your tour. Festivals and Events in Philippines are celebrated through out the year across the regions. Some festivals are held to usher in the New Year or the new season, some are religious occasions that untangle the lively nature of the Filipinos.

Philippines Festivals and Events also reflect the fun-loving nature of the Filipinos, who grab almost every occasion available to celebrate with feast and gifts. Though there are various festivals of flower, puberty, Virgin Mary and re-enactments of Christ’s crucifixion, Christmas is known as the most popular of Philippines Festivals and Events.

Philippines Festivals and Events Calendar:

JANUARY

Festival name	Date and Location

STO. NIÑO FESTIVAL A grand procession of over two hundred well-dressed images of the Child Jesus.	January \| Nationwide
BULAKLAKAN FESTIVAL Annual procession, parade of flowers and costumes.	January 1 \| Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila
ATI-ATIHAN FESTIVAL 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.	January 1 21 \| Kalibo, Aklan
AGUMAN SANDUK Description The Aguman Sanduk of Minalin is celebrated in the afternoon of January 1, while the rest of the country takes a break from the preivious night’’s New Year revelry, and there’’s no one to catch the boys and men of ths sleepy fishing town wear their mother’’s lipstick and put on their wive’’s dresses.	January 1 \| Minalin, Pampanga
EAST OF THE THREE KINGS A feast honoring the three kings who are visiting houses around the Poblacion of Gasan.	January 2 \| Gasan, Marinduque
BAILES DE LUCES The townâ€™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 â€œlucesâ€ as props and adornment and its nocturnal festivities and streetdancing.	January 5 \| La Castellana, Negros Occicental
KURALDAL The Kuraldal of Sasmuan occurs during the week of the town fiesta on January 6, when Kapampangans from neighboring towns gather in front of the chapel of St. Lucy and dance for favors all night.	January 6 \| Sasmoan, Pampanga
KADAYAW FESTIVAL Thanksgiving for the blessings received by the municipality	January 7 \| Pambujan, N. Samar
BANDI FESTIVAL & BAYLUHAY FESTIVAL Festivals featuring the biggest â€œbandiâ€ (sweet delicacy) in Western Visayas and the Reenactment of the Barter of Panay.	January 8- January 15 \| San Joaquin, Iloilo
CHARTER DAY: ESCALANTE PEOPLE’S DAY This event is the commemoration of the signing of R.A. 9014 into law declaring Escalante as one of the component cities of Negros Occidental, by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.	January 8 \| Escalante City, Negros Occidental
BINANOG FESTIVAL 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.	January 8 \| Lambunao, Iloilo
LINGAYEN GULF LANDING ANNIVERSARY Lingayen, Pangasinan Commemoration of the liberation of Pangasinan from the Japanese invasion led by Gen. Douglas McArthur on Jan. 9, 1945	January 9 \| Lingayen, Pangasinan
FEAST OF THE BLACK NAZARENE An intense, day-long festival highlighted by a mammoth procession through the streets.	January 9 \| Quiapo, Manila
BINIRAY FESTIVAL (Fluvial procession) Sto. Niño-inspired revelry and fluvial procession.	January 9 \| Romblon
SAN PABLO COCO FESTIVAL A weeklong celebration highlighted by a Mardi Gras during City Fiesta. The costumes of the participants & the adornments of the floats are made from coconut derive materials.	January 10-15 \| San Pablo City, Laguna
ARAW NG KORONADAL “HINUGYAW FESTIVAL” 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.	January 10 \| Koronadal
SINULOG (KABANKALAN) FESTIVAL 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 SeÃ±or Sto. Niño.	January 10- January 16 \| Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental
SINULOG FESTIVAL 2007 Cebu’s biggest and most popular festival in honor of the Holy Image of Senyor Sto. Niño	January 12-22 \| Cebu
MALATARLAK FESTIVAL The festival features various contingents of school children garbed in grass-inspired costumes – painted with black soots – all merrily dancing to the beat of local tunes and ethnic instruments made of bamboo.	January 13- January 20 \| Tarlac City, Tarlac
KINARADTO FESTIVAL This cultural festival makes maximum use of the rich cultural tradition of the oldest municipality of the influences Buenavista has been subjected to. Celebrated in honor of the townâ€™s patron saint, Sr. Sto. NiÃ±o, Kinaradto promises the participant loads of unforgettable positive experiences.province. The presentation of songs, dances and musical tableau depicts the various.	January 15 \| Buenavista, Guimaras
MAKATO STO. NIÃ‘O FESTIVAL 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.	January 15 \| Poblacion Makato, Aklan
PASUNGAY FESTIVAL 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	January 15 \| San Joaquin, Iloilo
BATAN ATI-ATI MALAKARA FESTIVAL The participants celebrating this festival wear masks made up of paper mache and prepared costumes. The festival is celebrated in honor of the Sto. NiÃ±o 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.	January 15 \| Poblacion Batan, Aklan
FIRE WORKS DISPLAY & CONTEST 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.	January 15 \| Arevalo, Iloilo City
IBAJAY ATI-ATI MUNICIPAL AND DEVOTIONAL FIESTA A religious feast in honor of its patron saint Sto. NiÃ±o, 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 .	January 16- January 22 \| Ibajay, Aklan
KAHIMUNAN FESTIVAL Butuan’’s version of the Sinulog of Cebu which has an equally lively and spectacular street dancing.	January 16 \| Libertad, Butuan City
PANGISDAAN FESTIVAL One of the highlights of the Navotas Day celebration featuring a street dancing and float competition focusing on the fishing industry.	January 16 \| Brgy. Tangos, Navotas
CARACOL FESTIVAL 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.	January 16 \| Glorietta 4 Park Makati City, Metro Manila
BANSUDANI FESTIVAL/FEAST OF THE DEVINE SAVIOR A thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest which coincides with town fiesta. It features dances and cultural presentations by schools and barangay communities.	January 17 \| Bansud, Mindoro Oriental
SADSAD SA KALYE 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.	January 19 \| Janiuay, Iloilo
PANDOT SA BACOLOD A true to life dramatization depicting the life of BacoleÃ±os during the Spanish times and the life of being a Catholic.	January 20 \| Bacolod City, Negros Occidental
BINULIGAY FESTIVAL A cultural and fiesta celebration.	January 20 \| Jamindan, Capiz
ALTAVAS STO. NIÃ‘O FESTIVAL 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.	January 21- January 22 \| Poblacion Altavas, Aklan
HALAD SA STO. NIÃ‘O FESTIVAL The annual fiesta celebration of Midsayap, Cotabato in honor of its patron, Señor Sto. Niño. Highlights are street dancing and the theater parade contest.	January 21 \| Midsayap, North Cotabato
THE BORACAY INT’L FUN BOARD CUP The country’s biggest windsurfing event drawing participants from all over Asia.	January 22- February 5 \| Bulabog Beach, Boracay, Malay, Aklan
HUGYAW FESTIVAL Street dancing competition.	January 22 \| New Lucena, Iloilo
PANUBASON FESTIVAL An annual festival of young Valderramanian talents. A festival created to discover and develop special talents from aspirants in the field of music, dances and sports. The festival is also a thanksgiving festival for the good and abundant crops during their respective harvest season. And such are displayed and shared during the event. A Mardigra Competition participated by the LGU elementary and secondary level highlights the festive mood.	January 22- January 25 \| Valderrama, Antique
INTERNATIONAL LONG BOARD CUP Organized by the La Union Surfing Association open for pro and amateur surfers.	January 22- January 31 \| Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union
LONGANIZA FESTIVAL It features the Longest Longaniza with the hope of entering to the Guinness Book of Records as the longest longaniza of the world.	January 22 \| Vigan City,
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF PEACE AND GOOD VOYAGE These features cultural shows and traditional fiesta activities like procession, traditional games and cultural presentation.	January 24 \| La Carlota City
DINAGSA ATI-ATIHAN FESTIVAL A weeklong celebration every 3rd week of January in honor of our Patron Saint, the Señor Sto. Niño. Various programs are lined up such as motocross, drum and bugle corps competition, Ginoong Cadiz and Search for Mutya ng Cadiz. These are a few of the many programs during the celebration. This spectacular revelry features Aeta tribes garbed in their colorful costumes dancing to the fast and deafening beat of drums while carrying the image of the Holy Child Jesus. This year, activities will start on January 22-29.	January 24- January 30 \| Cadiz City, Negros Occidental
STO. NIÃ‘O FESTIVAL The biggest expression of devotion to the Holy child Jesus in the entire Luzon island.	January 25 \| Malolos, Bulacan
SAUG FESTIVAL A festival which features eight (8) districts portraying different situations or scenes on the real purpose of Saug. Saug is a local term/dialect which means to transfer wood/other farm products from one place to another by means of karosa (sled).	January 25 \| Lemery, Iloilo
LUBAY-LUBAY FESTIVAL Lubay-Lubay Festival portrays and preserve the early culture of Cauayanons in facing adversities, hardships and difficulties as well as abundance, plenty, prosperity and sufficiency, and to foster the spirit of unity, cooperation, camaraderie and thanksgiving especially for the blessings endowed by the Almighty.	January 25 \| Cauayan, Negros Occidental
FEAST OF THE THREE KINGS A feast honoring the three kings who are visiting houses around the Poblacion of Gasan .	January 2 \| Gasan, Marinduque
DINAGYANG FESTIVAL Street dancing characterized by frenetic stomping of feet and hypnotic drumbeating. It is a colorful whirl of thousands of people dressed in unique costumes dancing & chanting all day and night.	January 26 28 \| Iloilo City
HANDURAWAN FESTIVAL A Foundation Day celebration of the municipality with various programs: hakwaton, boxing, traditional games, ati-ati and mardigras presentation, Lin-ay kang Laua-an Pageant, Kan-anay sa Plaza, Upas karbaw, Bugal ka Laua-an, Diana, comedia show, launching of municipal theme song, cultural show, municipal products parade.	January 27- January 28 \| Laua-an, Antique
SANA-AW FESTIVAL 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.	January 27 \| Jordan, Guimaras
HINIRUGYAW FESTIVAL The festivity and fun of the people of Calinog reach a peak during the feast day of the Child Jesus or Sto. NiÃ±o. The poblacion is festooned with multi-colored traditional decorations inviting everyone to glorify the Lord. Hirinugyaw, a visayan term for jubilation and rejoicing, traces its roots with the enthronement of the replica of Sto. NiÃ±o de Cebu in 1970.	January 29 \| Calinog, Iloilo
FEAST OF ST. BLAISE (MUNICIPAL AND RELIGIOUS FIESTA) An annual pilgrimage festival both celebrated by the religious community and the municipal, local gov’t unit in honor of St. Blaise. Every year, thousands of pilgrims provincewide and even from other regions travel to Sebaste to seek homage and intercession to the Patron Saint of Sebaste.	January 31- February 3 \| Sebaste, Antique
BALOT SA PUTI FESTIVAL One of the highlights of the Pateros Town Fiesta celebration	January 31 \| Pateros

FEBRUARY

Festival name	Date and Location

PABIRIK FESTIVAL Held in the town of Paracale, the festival is highlighted by pabirik street dancing, depicting the gold mining industry in the province.	February 1- February 2 \| Paracale, Camarines Norte
BICOL ARTS FESTIVAL 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.	February 1- February 28 \| Legazpi City
LAVANDERO FESTIVAL 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.	February 1- February 6 \| Mandaluyong
FESTIVALS OF HEARTS 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.	February 1- February 14 \| Tanjay City, Negros Oriental
SUROY SA SURIGAO 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.	February 1- February 28 \| Surigao City
BULANG-BULANG FESTIVAL Bulang-Bulang Festival is celebrated every February 2-9. The festival gives recognition to the game fowl industry which is one of the major sources of livelihood of the town. Bulang-Bulang is a character dance presentation which depicts the life and character of the fighting cock/rooster.	February 2- February 9 \| San Enrique, Negros Occidental
FEAST OF OURLADY OF CANDLES 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.	February 2 \| Jaro, Iloilo City
SALAKAYAN FESTIVAL An important historical occasion for the people of Miag-ao, this annual extravaganza attracts people with its week-long activity of food fair, agro-industrial and trade fair, fluvial parade, higante contest, literary musical contest, evening socials and the hablon and patadyong fashion show. The event’s highlight is the street dance-drama depicting the victorious battle waged by the locals against Muslim marauders sometime in 1754.	February 2- February 5 \| Miag-ao, Iloilo
PAMULINAWEN The word means “Ilocano Maiden”; a festival showing Ilocano Customs and Virtues.	February 2- February 10 \| Laoag City, Ilocos Norte
INTERNATIONAL BAMBOO ORGAN FESTIVAL 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.	February 3 11 \| Las PiÃ±as
FIESTA TSINOY Chinese New Year Celebration featuring activities like Dragon / Lion Dance, Chinese Cultural Program and others.	February 5- February 6 \| Legaspi City
TINAPAY FESTIVAL An annual activity conceived by the town as thanksgiving to their patron saint, Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage for a bountiful life.	February 7- February 13 \| Cuenca, Batangas
KALI-KALIHAN HARVEST FESTIVAL 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.	February 8 \| Don Salvador Benedicto, Negros Occidental
PHILIPPINE INTL. HOT-AIR BALLOON FIESTA Held every 2nd weekend of February at Omni Aviation Complex in Clark, the annual festival features air-sporting events like hot-air balloon competition, aircraft maneuvers and precision flying, ultralights, RC Demonstration Flying, sky diving, aircarft rally, rocketeering, flag jump, balloon bursting competition, kite flying, trade fair, carnival rides and nightly concerts.	February 9 12 \| Omni Aviation Complex, Clark Field, Pampanga
FISTAHAN A culinary festival that features Davao’’s grilled tuna specialties such as “panga and buntot”.	February 9- February 15 \| Davao City
FEAST OF NUESTRA SEÃ‘ORA DE CANDELARIA Annual Town Fiesta is celebrated every February 9 in honor of the patron saint of the town Nuestra Señora de Candelaria. Mayor Jilson Tubillara.	February 9 \| San Enrique, Negros Occidental
GULING-GULING FESTIVAL (STREET DANCING) 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 â€œAbel paoay Kimonaâ€ with matching tapis or pandiling, adorned with century old jewelries.	February 9 \| Paoay, Ilocos Norte
CHINESE NEW YEAR 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.	February 9 \| Nationwide
DAVAO CHINESE NEW YEAR A festive New Year Celebration of the Filipino Chinese Residents	February 9- February 17 \| Davao City
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF LOURDES Featuring Laro ng Lahi- an indigenous games for all ages.	February 10 \| Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
TINAGBA FESTIVAL (BOUNTIFUL HARVEST) 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.	February 11 \| Iriga City, Camarines Sur
HARANA FESTIVAL “ KARANTAHAN NIN PAGRANGA” The festival feature local talents and young artists in its efforts to promote cultural awareness, tourism development and youth empowerment in the District of Partido.	February 11- February 15 \| San Jose, Cam. Sur
ROKYAW FESTIVAL The festival marks the opening of the weeklong celebration of AUL Foundation Anniversary and in observance of the National Arts Month.	February 11 \| Aquinas University, Legazpi City
PABALHAS SA TABLAS In 1935, Santiago “Tagoy” Diego lead the group to settle in â€œTabla Valley- now known as the Municipality of Candoni. Santiago “Tagoy” Diego and the rest of the group of men cleared up the area, cut off the trees of TABLA and created a road. They planted different varieties of root crops for their food and other needs.	February 11 \| Candoni, Negros Occidental
CARACOL FESTIVAL 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.	January 16 \| Glorietta 4 Park Makati City, Metro Manila
PAMAYPAY NG CALOOCAN FESTIVAL 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.	February 12 \| Caloocan City
SADSAD SA KALYE ”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.	January 19 \| Janiuay, Iloilo
TIBURIN HORSE RACE 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.	February 12 \| Libertad, Pasay City, Metro Manila
“SAMBALILO” HAT FESTIVAL	February 13 \| Paranaque City, Metro Manila
FEAST DAY OF STA. CLARA Different activities are lined up in celebration of Sta. Claraâ€™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.	February 13 \| Pasay City
BLOOMING HEARTS DAY Mass Wedding with longest kissing scene to be held in Baguio City in celebration of Valentine’’s Day.	February 14 \| Baguio City
SERENATA A series of rondalla and brass band concerts. A revival of open-air concerts held at the patio of Sta. Clara Church.	February 14 \| Pasay City
APAYAO PROVINCE FOUNDATION DAY A provincial celebration marking the creation of Apayao as a separate province with cultural activities and the trade fairs.	February 14 \| Apayao
KALINGA PROVINCE FOUNDATION DAY A provincial celebration marking the creation of Kalinga as a separate province with cultural activities and trade fairs featuring the Ulalim.	February 14 \| Kalinga
KARANOWAN FISHTIVAL This fish-tival was derived from a local dialect “Ranow” meaning lake, spawned of giving significance to the beautiful Lake Bato, which is teemed with numerous species of fishes such as the well known “tabios”, tilapia nilotica, carp, eel and many others.	February 15 \| Bato, Cam. Sur
SALAPAN FESTIVAL Exhibit of various products of the municipality especially the guinamos industry. Features Regatta Contest and Fishing Tournament. Street Dancing Competition & Search for Miss Salapan highlights the festival celebration.	February 15 \| Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
FEAST OF SANTA FELOMINA Fluvial parade of the town’s patron saint.	February 15 \| Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
KALILANGAN FESTIVAL 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 17 27 \| General Santos City
AURORA DAY AND SUMAN FESTIVAL The most awaited event during the celebration of the annual Aurora Foundation Day is the Suman Festival where the favorite suman or rice cake delicacy takes centerstage through street decors, street dancing performances by various contingents.	February 18- February 19 \| Baler, Aurora
KAP’YAAN FESTIVAL Founding Anniversary of the creation of the municipality; agri-trade fair and civic military parade.	February 18- February 20 \| Jose Abad Santos, Davao del Sur
ILOILO PARAW REGATTA An exciting race among outriggers in the strait between Guimaras and Iloilo City.	February 18- February 19 \| Villa Beach, Sto. NiÃ±o Sur, Arevalo, Iloilo City
BABAYLAN FESTIVAL (RITUALS) It was conceived to highlight a unique brand of Filipino heritage, one that dates back to the pre-Spanish period. This Festival aims to rediscover the regionâ€™s indigenous music, literature, dances, rituals and other artistic endeavors.	February 19 \| Bago City, Negros Occidental
BALSAHAN FESTIVAL Balsahan is Sibunag’s way of immortalizing the mystical Sibunag river which snakes its way through most of the townâ€™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.	February 20 \| Sibunag, Guimaras
ASINAN FESTIVAL 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.	February 20 \| San Lorenzo, Guimaras
MUTYA NG CARAGA This is one of the highlights of the founding of the CARAGA region.	February 20 \| Urios College gym, Butuan City
HIMAG-ULAW FESTIVAL A celebration of praise and thanksgiving for the bountiful harvest in farming or good catch in fishing expressed through various forms of activities like street dancing, beauty competition, games, food fairs, among others.	February 22 \| Placer, Masbate
PANGUYANG FESTIVAL A municipal version of food festival.	February 23- February 25 \| Tibiao, Antique
SIBUG-SIBUG FESTIVAL Highlighted by colorful ethnic street dancing with rituals depicting good harvest, wedding and healing rituals.	February 23 \| Zamboanga Sibugay
CARAGA ANNIVERSARY A grand celebration of the creation of CARAGA Region	February 23- February 25 \| CARAGA
ARAW NG 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.	February 24 \| Zamboanga Sibugay
ADIVAY 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. Adivay which means “fun” will be held in La Trinidad Benguet.	February 25 \| La Trinidad, Bengued
PANAGBENGA – BAGUIO FLOWER FESTIVAL Also known as the Baguio Flower Festival, it will be the 10th holding of this annual event which will showcase the City of Baguio as a City of Flowers. The Floral Street Parade will be held on February 25 and the Floral Float Parade on February 26.	February 25 26 \| Baguio City
DIA DELA CIUDAD DE ZAMBOANGA A celebration to honor the historical event when Zamboanga was converted into chartered city. Activities include street dancing, cultural dance festival and a regatta.	February 26 \| Zamboanga City
HIL-O – HIL-O FESTIVAL A cultural and fiesta celebration.	February 26- February 28 \| Maayon, Capiz
ITIK-ITIK FESTIVAL 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.	February 27 \| Pasig City, Metro Manila
MANIAMBUS FESTIVAL “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.	February 27 \| Negros Occidental
PANAET TARAMBAYAW- SANIBAYANG FESTIVAL A celebration of rites called samba/paned. This describes two kinds of rituals, one held on the hills (or mountains) and other held along the seacoast performed to ask for rain, to thank the ancestral spirit for good harvest.	February 28- March 31 \| Tobias Fornier, Antique

MARCH

Festival name	Date and Location

KAAMULAN TRIBAL FESTIVAL 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	March 1- March 6 \| Malaybalay City, Bukidnon
FIESTA SA KANYUGAN/ BALABAGO FESTIVAL It is a reenactment of the gathering of the Malayan Datus headed by Sumakwel after their settlement in Malandog for thanksgiving and renewal.	March 1- March 5 \| Culasi, Antique
BANIGAN FESTIVAL Celebrated annually by Libertadnons to pay tribute to the mat weavers in the municipality.	March 1- March 31 \| Libertad, Antique
ARAW NG DABAW CELEBRATION 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.	March 1- March 16 \| Davao City
PACTO DE SANGRE OR BLOOD COMPACT OF 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.	March 1- March 5 \| New Washington, Aklan
ARAW NG ISLAND GARDEN CITY OF SAMAL (IGACOS) 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.	March 1- March 7 \| Island Garden City of Samal
PASIG SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL 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.	March 1- March 31 \| Pasig City
PARADE OF FESTIVALS One of the highlights of Muntinlupa City’s Cityhood Anniversary.	March 1 \| Muntinlupa City
PAYVANUVANUAN FESTIVAL 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.	March 1- March 31 \| Sitio Jura, Racujaide, Mahatao
/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.	March 1 31 \| Zamboanga City
SUGBAHAN A culinary festival that features Davao’’s grilled specialties such as tuna.	March 2- March 14 \| Davao City
COUNCIL OF BALABAGO REENACTMENT 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.	March 4- March 5 \| Culasi, Antique
PUERTO PRINCESA FOUNDATION DAY A celebration of the founding anniversary of the City highlighted by the crowning of Ms. Puerto Princesa.	March 4 \| Puerto Princesa City
PINTADOS DE PASI FESTIVAL It is one of Iloiloâ€™s grandest street festival, the regionâ€™s pride that won the grand prize in the 2005 Aliwan Festival in Manila and Iloilo Kasadyahan Over-all Champion	March 5- March 13 \| Passi City, Iloilo
BANGKERO FESTIVAL 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!”	March 6- March 10 \| Pagsanjan, Laguna
ARYA! ABRA FESTIVAL (Bamboo rafting) Abra’s biggest festival highlights of which are “Karerakit” bamboo rafting along Calaba River and Tinguan Festival of the tribal natives of Abra.	March 07 – 11 \| Bangued, Abra
PANAGTAGBO FESTIVAL Coincides with the city of Tagumâ€™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.	March 7 \| Tagum City
PASAYAW FESTIVAL 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. The “Pasayaw Street Dancing & Parade” is 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 7- March 12 \| Canlaon City, Negros Oriental
NATIONAL WOMEN’S MONTH CELEBRATION EXHIBIT 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.	March 8- March 12 \| Clamshell I, Intramuros, Manila
BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF LATE PRESIDENT JOSE P. LAUREL A yearly celebration commemorating the birth of President Jose P. Laurel.	March 9 \| Tanauan, Batangas
HOLISTIC FESTIVAL 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.	March 9- March 11 \| Villa Jireh, Labrador, Pangasinan
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL 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.	March 14- March 20 \| La Trinidad, Benguet
HOMONHON LANDING Commemoration of the discovery of the Philippines by Ferdinand Magellan.	March 16 \| Homonhon, Eastern Samar
LUGAHAIT FESTIVAL 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	March 16 \| Lugait, Misamis Oriental
ANI FESTIVAL This town is the rice granary of Ilocos Norte, thus, they celebrated harvest in a festive way.	March 18 \| Dingras, Ilocos Norte
BANANA FESTIVAL 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.	March 18- March 19 \| Baco, Mindoro Oriental
SOLI-SOLI FESTIVAL Named after the Soli-Soli plant which abounds around Lake Danao, its freestyle street dancing competition uses soli-soli plant as its dominants material.	March 18 \| San Francisco, Camotes Island, Cebu
SULYOG FESTIVAL 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.	March 19 \| Bongabong, Mindoro Oriental
SINIGAYAN FESTIVAL 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.	March 19 \| Sagay City
RODEO MASBATEÃ‘O (LOCAL COWBOYS) 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,	March 20- April 7 \| Masbate City
TURUMBA 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.	March 21- March 26 \| Pakil, Laguna
PASALAMAT FESTIVAL Pasalamat FestivalA festival that tells the history or past that our ancestors used to practice the virtue of thanksgiving in the form of rituals and offerings.	March 21- March 23 \| San Remigio, Antique
KADALAG-AN FESTIVAL The festival is in commemoration of the cityâ€™s Charter Anniversary which falls every 21st of March and goes with a week long festivities.	March 21 \| Victorias City
ALIMANGO FESTIVAL 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.	March 22 \| Lala, Lanao del Norte
19 MARTYRS OF AKLAN Celebration dedicated to the 19 martyrs of Aklan who consecrated their lives in the cause of freedom against the colonizers.	March 23 \| Kalibo, Aklan
LUCKY SUMMER VISITOR/S 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	March 24 \| Baguio City
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.	March 25 \| Negros Occidental
TABAK FESTIVAL 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.	March 25 \| Tabaco City, Albay
MANNALON FESTIVAL This town is a purely agricultural area dominated by farmers and farming is their main occupation. Expect agr-trde fair and other related activities.	March 27 \| Marcos, Ilocos Norte
KABANHAWAN FESTIVAL 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.	March 27 \| Minglanilla, Cebu
TABACCO FESTIVAL Annual festival to promote major industry of the city “Tobacco”	March 28- March 29 \| Candon City, Ilocos Sur
KATKAT SA DIPOLOG 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.	March 28- April 3 \| Dipolog City
GREEN BEACH LIBERATION Commemoration of American Liberation forces landing at Green Beach recently known a Barangay Zone-1.	March 29 \| Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
MALIBAY CENACULO 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.	March 29- April 7 \| Tanghalang Malibay, Malibay Plaza, Pasay City
GAWAGAWAY-YAN FESTIVAL 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.	March 30- April 13 \| Cauayan City
SINUGDAN/COMMEMORATION OF THE FIRST CHRISTIAN MASS Commemoration of the first mass in the Philippines held by the Spaniards.	March 31 \| Limasawa Island, Southern Leyte
FIRST EASTER MASS CELEBRATION A re-enactment of Magellan’s landing and planting of the cross on March 21, 1521 at Mazaua, Butuan City.	March 31 \| Butuan City
HIMAMAYLAN CITY CHARTER DAY ANNIVERSARY This annual activity is usually commemorated on a 3-day civic and cultural celebration capped with a Charter Day Program where outstanding individuals and organizations are being conferred with Dungganon Award.	March 31 \| Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental
PASAWAY FESTIVAL Marks the charter anniversary of the city	March 31 \| Sipalay City, Negros Occ.

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Festival name	Date and Location

BANANA FESTIVAL A harvest festival that opens on the first day of April, showcasing the different varieties of banana which is abundant in the municipality.	April 1- April 5 \| La Castellana, Negros Occidental
KESONG PUTI FESTIVAL 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.	April 1- April 9 \| Sta Cruz, Laguna
PANAAD HALAD KAY SAN VICENTE FERRER FESTIVAL The miraculous healing of San Vicente Ferrer through palapak or the act of setting the image to oneâ€™s head, have gathered devotees from all over the region.	April 1- April 9 \| Leganes, Iloilo
FIESTA PASIKLAB 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 PeÃ±afrancia, Batangas” Parada ng Lechon, Tacloban’’s Pintados, and Cebu’’s Sinulog.	April 1- May 31 \| Commonwealth Ave., Diliman, Quezon City
CUARESMA 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.	April 1-7 \| San Jose, Antique
SUROY TA Initiated by the City Tourism Office, this activity offers affordable tours around Davao City.	April 1- May 31 \| Davao City
ENCHANTED KINGDOM ANNIVERSARY FIREWORKS COMPETITION 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.	April 1- May 31 \| Enchanted Kingdom, Laguna
LILIW GAT TAYAW FOOTWEAR FESTIVAL A colorful event highlighted by a parade of floats featuring the agricultural and industrial products of Liliw.	April 3- April 7 \| Liliw, Laguna
PANA-AD SA NEGROS (GRAND CELEBRATION) 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	April 3- April 9 \| Bacolod City, Negros Occidental
SEMANA SANTA SA BIKOL A week-long observance of Bicolanos unique religiosity and a pilgrimage to “Amang Hinulid”	April 5-7 \| Calabanga, Camarines Sur
PASKO SA KASAKIT (SEMANA SANTA SA BANTAYAN) 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.	April 5-7 \| Bantayan, Cebu
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 â€œBalaan Bukidâ€.	April 5-7 \| Jordan, Guimaras
PANAAD A yearly trek of devotees coming from the neighboring municipalities, cities and provinces in Visayas and Mindanao to Camiguinâ€™s walkway considered the Regionâ€™s famous Holy Week site	April 5-7 \| Camiguin
MORIONES FESTIVAL 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.	April 5-7 \| Marinduque
SEMANA SANTA AT IGUIG CALVARY HILLS 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.	April 5-7 \| Iguig, Cagayan
SENAKULO / HOLY WEEK RITUALS & PROCESSIONS A nationwide celebration of Lenten Season	April 5-7 \| Nationwide
SENAKULO A Lenten presentation reenacting the Passion of Christ. Lenten observance include Visita Iglesias or altar visitations and processions.	April 5-7 \| Paracale, Cam. Norte
CUTUD LENTEN RITES A re-enactment of Christ”’’s passion and death.	April 5-7 \| San Pedro Cutud, San Fernando, Pampanga
PAMALANDONG HA PALO Dramatic re-enactment of Christ’’s sufferings on the cross.	April 5-7 \| Palo, Leyte
LENTEN FESTIVAL OF HERBAL PREPARATION A time when herbalists from all over Visayas and Mindanao participate in a ritual known as “Tang-Alap”.	April 5-7 \| San Antonio, Siquijor
ANG HATOL . . . .(THE WAY OF THE CROSS) A stage presentation that highlighted the judgement of Jesus Christ	April 5-7 \| Cainta, Rizal
PAGTALTAL IN BAROTAC VIEJO A yearly depiction of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.	April 5-7 \| Barotac Viejo, Iloilo
PAGHUKOM Lenten presentation depicting the judgment, crucifixion, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.	April 5-7 \| Calinog, Iloilo
SEMANA SANTA AT 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.	April 5-7 \| Silay City
LIVE STATIONS OF THE CROSS AT SAN CARLOS CITY A live reenactment of the 14 Stations of the Cross along the main thoroughfares of the city.	April 5-7 \| San Carlos City, Negros Occidental
LIVE VIA CRUCIS 14 Stations of the Cross locally known as the Kapiya is set up along the main road of the barangay	April 5-7 \| Brgy. Bo Obrero, La Paz, Iloilo City
ANG PAGTALTAL A live reenactment of the Passion of Jesus Christ patterned after oberammergau of Germany stage in Good Friday withy the participation of several Catholic religious organization	April 5-7 \| Cadiz City, Negros Occidental
AGOO SEMANA SANTA The Holy week celebration, particularly Good Friday, is a display of devoutness and traditional pomp.	April 5-7 \| Agoo, La Union
SEMANA SANTA AT BALINTOKATOK LA SALETTE SHRINE Traditional presentation of the passion and death of Christ on a hill and ends at the top where a chapel stands.	April 5-7 \| Santiago City
LENTEN WEEK/ PAGPAPAKO Highlighted in every Good Friday at a hilltop of Ermita hill â€œPagpapakoâ€ celebration. Simultaneous at poblacion procession of different patron saints.	April 5-7 \| Baler and Casiguran, Aurora
CENAKULO (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.	April 5-7 \| Cainta, Rizal
LENTEN OBSERVANCE (SAN PABLO CITY) 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.	April 5-7 \| Sn Pablo City, Laguna
BUHING KALBARYO During the Lenten season, the Buhing Kalbaryo Foundation Inc. will have Lenten presentations.	April 5-8 \| Cebu City, Cebu
KATKAT SAKRIPISYO SA 3003 STEPS A mountain climbing/trekking activity and via cruces participated in by the Catholic community of Zamboanga del Norte and the neighboring municipalities.	April 5-7 \| Dipolog City
SEMANA SANTA (DIPOLOG 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.	April 5-7 \| Dapitan City
KAPIYA DISPLAY AND PASYON SINGING CONTEST 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.	April 6 \| Santa Barbara, Iloilo
KALBARYO 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 Christâ€™s most liberating resurrection.	April 6 \| San Vicente Ferrer Parish Bgy. La Granja, La Carlota City
GIWANG-GIWANG 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 â€œSepulkroâ€, it sways, hence, Giwang-giwang. People searching for an amulet or anting-anting to join this religious activity.	April 6 \| Binangonan, Rizal
ALLAW TA APO SANDAWA (TRIBES HONOR MT. APO) A gathering of all highlighted 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.	April 7 \| Kidapawan City, North Cotabato
HUDAS-HUDAS 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 Judasâ€™ treachery and they all participate in â€œexecutingâ€ him.	April 7 \| San Jose, Antique
SALUBONG (EASTER VIGIL) AND PASKO NG PAGKABUHAY (FEAST OF THE RESURRECTION) The Easter festivity unfolds at dawn around five oâ€™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 Virginâ€™s black veil of grief and mourning with a white one as the Osana, a hymn of praise and adoration endemic to ParaÃ±aque, is sung.	April 8 \| Barangay San Dionisio, ParaÃ±aque City
SUGAT 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.	April 8 \| San Carlos, Negros Occ.
NATIONAL INVITATIONAL SKIMBOARDING COMPETITION A showcase of skills, courage and agility of skimboarders coming from various parts of the country.	April 8- April 9 \| Misamis Oriental
SALUBONG (HOLY CROSS FESTIVAL) A festive celebration of meeting the Holy Cross of Bauan and Holy cross of Alitagtag and Binuhalan shrine at 8:00 am.	April 8 \| Alitagtag and Bauan, Batangas
MT. HAMIGUITAN JOURNEY A trek to Mt. Hamiguitan where one finds the 600 hectares Bonsai Field or the so called “Pgymy Forest”.	April 08 – 12 \| La Unino, San Isidro, Davao Oriental
KA-ANGKAN The feast of Ka-Angkan coincides with the founding anniversary of Marikina. It is an event that honors the big native clans of the city that usually has unique â€œmonikersâ€, i.e. Angkan ng Bangus, Kamote, Hilot, etc.	April 8 \| Marikina City, Metro Manila
HALADAYA FESTIVAL 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.	April 8-15 \| Daan Bantayan, Cebu
SUNDUAN HA CARIGARA Cultural/social activities and float parade held on Easter Sunday.	April 8 \| Carigara, Leyte
SUNDUAN 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.	April 8 \| Pasig City, Metro Manila
SALUBONG (ANGONO, RIZAL) Black Saturday is highlighted by 3-hour presentation of â€œVigilia na Muling Pagkabuhayâ€ 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 Maryâ€™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 â€œKapitanaâ€ and â€œTenyentaâ€, to the tune of â€œBatiâ€.	April 8 \| Angono, Rizal
PORMA BALAS Sand sculpture competition organized by Rotaract.	April 9 \| Iloilo City
TATUSAN FESTIVAL An annual Agro-Industrial exposition which includes Ati-Atihan mardigras, Search for Binibining Caluya.	April 9- April 15 \| Caluya, Antique
ARAW NG KAGITINGAN 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.	April 9 \| Mt Samat, Bataan
CONQUER MT. APO An annual sumer climb to Mt. Apo, the country’s highest peak.	April 13 – 20 \| Mt. Apo, Davao City
BANCATHON SA MAGNAGA An annual motorized banca race among fisherman of the region within waters of Magnaga offering huge cash prizes.	April 13 \| Pantukan, Comval
PASA-PASA FESTIVAL A premier summer festivity dedicated to the beautiful presence of Manta Rays in the locality.	April 14- April 18 \| Monreal, Masbate
KADAGATAN FESTIVAL A boat race of outriggered sea crafts powered manually, while â€œPalayagâ€ is another boat race with sails.	April 15 \| Bacacay, Albay
9TH TOUR OF THE FIREFLIES A 50-kilometer costumed parade of cyclist who seeks to promote cycling as an alternative means of transportation for clean air and sustainable cities.	April 15 \| Tiendesitas, Ortigas Avenue corner E. Rodriguez Jr. Avenue (C-5), Pasig City
TORUGPO Carabao and horse fights.	April 15 \| Carigara, Leyte
PAHIMIS FESTIVAL A Festival that revives the coffee industry	April 15 \| Amadeo, Cavite
MANOK NI SAN PEDRO FESTIVAL 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.	April 16 \| San Pedro, Laguna
TAMPISAW FESTIVAL (EARTH DAY CELEBRATION) The festival is an annual 3-day festivity to commemorate the Earth Day Celebration.	April 16- April 22 \| Concepcion, Iloilo
SINABALU FESTIVAL Celebrates the town fiesta of Rizal highlighting the Malaweg ancestry and cooking of glutinous rice on bamboos; showcasing the culture in songs and dances.	April 16- April 30 \| Rizal, Cagayan
OBANDO FERTILITY RITES 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.	April 17- April 19 \| Obando, Bulacan
TANDUYONG FESTIVAL 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.	April 17 \| San Jose City, Bulacan
BINONGEY FESTIVAL From the traditional taste to the most modern way of rice cake cooked in bamboo using direct firing. They have also tried competing in the longest grill.	April 17 \| Anda, Pangasinan
TUNGOH AD HUNGDUAN A cultural fiesta of the Ifugaos of Hungduan which features ethnic games, rituals, arts and crafts-oriented activities.	April 18 – 24 \| Hungduan, Ifugao
FEAST OF SAINT SALOME Annual Fiesta of Barangay Zone 1A	April 19- April 20 \| Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
MAPANDAN PANDAN FESTIVAL A celebration of the people’’s achievements, a venue to discover and develop skills/talents and make the people appreciate history, culture and promote the town as an investment area.	April 19 \| Mapandan, Pangasinan
TUGBÃ›NG FESTIVAL The festival simply connotes a large gathering of communities coming from different parts of the town mainly from the barangays.	April 20- April 25 \| Pandan, Antique
COCOWAYAN FESTIVAL Beauty pageant, street dances and trade fair of coconut and bamboo products which abound in Isabela, characterize this festival.	April 20 25 \| Isabela City
BANKARERA Boat rowing race at the clear waters of the Pinacanuan River within the Callao Caves Tourist Zone	April 21 \| Penablanca, Cagayan
KINULOB FESTIVAL 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.	April 21- April 25 \| Mabini, Batangas
BANGKARERA (Boat-rowing race) A boat-rowing race on the waters of scenic Pinacanauan River.	April 21 \| Penablanca, Cagayan
SANDUGUAN FESTIVAL 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).	April 21- April 27 \| Calapan, Mindoro Oriental
GOTAD AD HINGYON Ethnic thanksgiving with cultural fair by Ifugaos in Hingyon.	April 21- April 24 \| Hingyon Municipality, Ifugao
KADAUGAN SA MACTAN FESTIVAL A week-long commemoration of the historic battle of Mactan between the Spanish Conquistador Fernando Magallanes and Mactan Chieftain Lapu-Lapu.	April 22 – 27 \| Bgy. Mactan, Lapu-Lapi City, Cebu
HINUGYAW FESTIVAL An annual town fiesta dubbed as â€œHinugyawâ€ to commemorate the blessed event, â€œHinugyawâ€ a local dialect that means rejoice/revelry.	April 22- April 30 \| Hinigaran, Negros Occidental
PASALAMAT FESTIVAL Annual fiesta of Barangay Zone 2	April 23- April 24 \| Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
BAGGAK FESTIVAL Inland and coastal sports, beauty contest, musical extravaganzas and activities for balikbayans.	April 23-30 \| Bauang, La Union
AKLAN PIÃ‘A FIBER FESTIVAL The festival will showcase their products with world-class craftsmanship and ingenuity utilizing abaca, piÃ±a, raffia.	April 23- April 30 \| Kalibo, Aklan
GOTAD AD KIANGAN An Ifugao cultural celebration featuring Kiangan’’s ethnic customs and traditions.	April 23- April 25 \| Kiangan, Ifugao
PINAKBET FESTIVAL A festival celebrating a favorite dish of the Ilocanos, â€œpinakbetâ€ featuring street dances, cooking competitions.	April 23 \| Sta. Maria, Ilocos Sur
BUTANDING FESTIVAL A festival which users the â€œButandingâ€ (whaleshark) season and a thanksgiving for its blessings to the people of Donsol. The festival is highlighted by a street parade.	April 23 30 \| Donsol, Sorsogon
CANGMATING SIBULAN, NEGROS ORIENTAL 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.	April 24- April 30 \| Yagyag Festival
BAHAG-HARI FESTIVAL A colorful celebration highlighted by street dancing, a parade of float and a different Moriones Festival.	April 24 \| Pinamalayan, Mindoro Oriental
KAROSAHAN FESTIVAL This is a proud tradition where beautiful maidens compete for attention with the gaily-decorated Karosas with their load of goodies.	April 24 \| Nueva Valencia, Guimaras
PAGBANA-AG FESTIVAL Hinoba-an was founded in the year 1999. Hinoba-an got its festival name â€œpagbanaagâ€, because people enjoy non-stop disco dancing and merry making from wee hours of the morning, from dusk till dawn.	April 24 \| Hinoba-an, Negros Occidental
LAGONOY KADAHOMAN FESTIVAL A week-long festivity showcasing the beauty and rich historical/ cultural heritage of the town. Features are cultural presentation, native foods galore, songwriting and logo making contest, nature trekking and many more.	April 24- May 1 \| Lagonoy, Camarines Sur
HIMAYA-AN FESTIVAL The festival is one grand fiesta celebration of the city	April 25 \| Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental
AKLAN DAY CELEBRATION An Annual celebration commemorating the provinceâ€™s founding anniversary when it formally declared independence from its mother province of Capiz on April 25, 1958.	April 25 \| Aklan
PANAGAT “FISH” TIVAL 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.	April 25 \| Estancia, Iloilo
THE SABUTAN FESTIVAL AND MINI-TRADE FAIR Exhibit of different products mainly from Sabutan.	April 25- April 29 \| Mabitac, Mindoro Oriental
PISTA SA KINAIYAHAN A tree-planting activity done at the foot of Mt. Apo and clean-up program at the peak.	April 25- April 30 \| Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur
KUTSITSA FESTIVAL This is a thanksgiving event for a bountiful harvest, with festivities like street dancing	April 26 \| Molave, Zamboanga del Sur
SAKNUNGAN FESTIVAL Festival incorporating the exhibition of the cultural heritage of Mindoroâ€™s ethnic communities.	April 27- April 30 \| San Jose, Mindoro Occidental
MANGO-BAMBOO FESTIVAL AND TRADE FAIR 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.	April 27- April 28 \| San Carlos, Pangasinan
KAFAGWAY A commemorative event reliving the liberation of Baguio City from the control of Japanese Forces through a moving pageant along Session Road	April 27 \| Baguio City

MAY

Festival name	Date and Location

SINAOT FESTIVAL A cultural and fiesta celebration.	May 1 \| President Roxas, Capiz
SANTACRUZAN Features Flores de Mayo, 4 grand processions and a contest of massive arches.	May 1- May 31 \| Sta. Cruz, Arevalo, Iloilo City
BOA-BOAHAN FESTIVAL A colorful cultural festival of pagan origin. Derived from the dialect,â€ alinsanganâ€, a word that describes the characteristics of the people living in the early settlements	May 1 \| Nabua, Camarines Sur
MAY ILAOUD FESTIVAL A summer festival to commemorate the Foundation Anniversary and Feast Day of St. Joseph the Worker.	May 1 \| Milaor, Camarines Sur
TANGYAN FESTIVAL An emerging festival in Iloilo, the cultural presentation dwells on the significant role of Tangyan River to the municipality with basis on history and function.	May 1- May 7 \| Igbaras, Iloilo
PARADE OF PANGASINAN FESTIVALS Street dancing competition includes “Lipad Saya” kite flying competition.	May 1 \| Lingayen, Pangasinan
FEAST OF VIRGEN NUESTRA SEÃ‘ORA DELA PAZ Y BUEN VIAJE Annual Fiesta of Barangay Patic.	May 1- May 2 \| Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
TUBONG-TUBONG FESTIVAL Marking this festive occasion is the tribe competition participated in by schools and barangays by councilor district.	May 1- May 7 \| Tubungan, Iloilo
FLORES DE MAYO / SANTACRUZAN A parade of the town’s loveliest ladies depicting the search and discovery of Christ’s Cross by Queen Helena and Constantine.	May \| Nationwide
DAVAO GULF REGATTA A regionwide float parade representing all municipalities along the gulf, converge in one place featuring decorated bancas and vintas of different designs for competition.	May 01 – 04 \| Davao Oriental
MAGAYON FESTIVAL (HONORING MT. MAYON) 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.	May 1- May 31 \| Albay
VIVA VIGAN FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS A festival in a setting replete with history, heritage and cultural treasures and reminiscences.	May 1- May 7 \| Vigan, Ilocos Sur
PISTA NG PRODUKTONG PILIPINO Pista ng Produktong Pilipino Manufacturers & Exporters Association, Inc. (PPPMEA) together with ATMACS/Events On Line in cooperation with SBMA.	May 01 \| Boardwalk Beach Resort (Subic, Olongapo City)
DAYAW DALAN FESTIVAL Dayaw is an old Tigaonon term which means â€œto show off, parade or displayâ€. 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.	May 1- May 3 \| San Jacinto, Ticao
UGYONAN FESTIVAL It is celebrated every May 1 of the year also known as â€˜cooperationâ€™ was taken from the idea of â€˜laborâ€™ which is celebrated on the same day the festival is celebrated through sports competitions, street dancing .	May 1 \| E. B. Magalona, Negros Occidental
PATTARADAY FESTIVAL: ARAW NG SANTIAGO 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 cityâ€™s progress and development-unity in action.	May 1- May 6 \| Santiago City
HANTIKAN FESTIVAL Celebrated to pay tribute to the evolution from where the Province of Antique derived its name. â€œHantiqueâ€ as the Spaniards.	May 1- May 7 \| Hamtic, Antique
SUMMER FESTIVAL: PILIPINYAHAN 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.	May 1- May 7 \| Tagaytay City
SUMMER FESTIVAL: SANTACRUZAN Parade of beauties from Tourism Oriented and related Establishments of the city.	May 1- May 7 \| Tagaytay City
PAHINUNGOD FESTIVAL A 10-day fiesta commemorating the townâ€™s rich ancestry and devotion to the San Vicente Ferrer – its town saint and the Calapenhons â€œpahinungodâ€ (offer) to come home annually.	May 1- May 10 \| Calape, Bohol
BALANGAY FESTIVAL A month-long fiesta celebration of Butuan City.	May 1- May 31 \| Butuan City
JOURNEY TO MT. HAMIGUITAN A trek to Mt. Hamiguitan which is the site of the 600 hectare Bonsai field: Pygmy Forest.	May 2- May 5 \| San Isidro, Davao Oriental
PAHAW-AS FESTIVAL Pahaw-as is a local term that means a harvest of the agricultural products from the fishponds or other water forms.	May 2 \| Dumangas, Iloilo
KATAGMAN (OGTONGANON) FESTIVAL An annual event showcasing the rich history and culture of the municipality that dates back to the 13th century	May 3 \| Oton, Iloilo
FEAST OF THE HOLY CROSS Fiesta of Sta. Cruz in honor of the Holy Cross religious, cultural, and civic activtites are lined up.	May 3 \| Sta. Cruz, Marinduque
CARABAO-CARROZA FESTIVAL Features a parade of 18 gaily decorated bamboo sleds and a race among carroza-pulling carabaos on a 400 meter course.	May 3 \| Pavia, Iloilo
BAWANG (GARLIC) FESTIVAL Competitions and exhibits include biggest garlic, longest and most creative twined garlic bulbs.	May 3 \| Sinait, Ilocos Sur
RIT-RITEMONG CAYONG FESTIVAL This is what the Sarratenos call their fiesta which stands for liberty, courage, leadership, unity & brotherhood even in the most certain pain of death	May 3-5 \| Sarrat, Ilocos Norte
ISABELA DAY: BAMBANTI FESTIVAL 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.	May 4- May 11 \| Isabela
LINGGA-ANAY A cultural and fiesta celebration.	May 4 \| Panay, Capiz
MANTAWI FESTIVAL A showcase of the cityâ€™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.	May 5 \| Mandaue City, Cebu
TOWN FIESTA IN HONOR OF SAINT MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL A 3-day town fiesta in honor of Saint Michael the Archangel	May 6- May 9 \| Pontevedra, Negros Occ.
BASI FESTIVAL Objective of the event is to promote â€œbasiâ€, a wine made from sugarcane. Activities include street dancing, sport events, agri-trade fair & other amusement games.	May 7 \| Naguilian, La Union
FLORES DE MAYO A grand procession of different celebrities and beauty queens wearing the creation of some of the top designers of the country.	May 7 \| Roxas Blvd-Intramuros, Manila
FLORES DE MAYO SA MAKATI 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.	May 8- May 15 \| Glorietta, Makati City
ARAQUIO OF PENARANDA Held every 2nd Sunday of May, in Penaranda, Nueva Ecija, the Araquio Festival is a traditional procession and dramatization of the finding of the Holy Cross by St. Helena and her son.	May 8 \| Venue Penaranda, Nueva Ecija
MAKALAWAN “PINYA FESTIVAL” Promotes the juicy and sweetest pineapple or “pinya” as main agricultural product of the town of Calauan.	May 9- May 15 \| Calauan, Laguna
PUJADA BAY FESTIVAL Fluvial festival to showcase the bounty of coastal resources, lectures on coastal protection/management; cultural presentation and parade.	May 9- May 15 \| Mati, Davao Oriental
GLOBAL BALIK-BUTUAN PROGRAM 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.	May 9- May 22 \| Butuan City
FEAST OF SAN ISIDRO DE LABRADOR Annual fiesta of Brgy. Mabini.	May 10- May 11 \| Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
GALERAN FESTIVAL	May 10 – 11 \| Puerto Galera
BALINTAWAKAN A gathering of mostly Pontevedraâ€™s senior citizens, who are sentimentally bound together to an unwritten commitment to preserve a simple tradition began on the 31st of December long before the outbreak of World War II.	May 10- May 15 \| Pontevedra, Capiz
PALONG FESTIVAL Highlighted by a street dancing and agro-industrial fair which expresses local folkâ€™s gratitude for their townâ€™s name etymology and signifies the abundant presence of rooster available in the locality	May 10- May 13 \| Capalonga, Camarines Norte
LUBI-LUBI (COCONUT) FESTIVAL A cultural dance festival of the city featuring coconut as one of its major agricultural products.	May 10 \| Gingoog City
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF BIGLANG AWA A celebration in honor of the Patroness of Marinduque	May 10 \| Boac, Marinduque
BALWARTE SA GUMACA Huge arches placed on the strategic locations are lavishly decorated with the most colorful farm produce, local delicacies, horticultural products, palm fronds etc.	May 11- May 15 \| Gumaca, Quezon
PAHIYAS FESTIVAL An annual celebration to usher in a bountiful harvest; where homes are decorated with the town’’s best agricultural products.	May 11- May 15 \| Lucban, Quezon
AGAWAN SA SARIAYA A thanksgiving celebration of the Lord for the good harvest and abundance of agricultural production.	May 11- March 15 \| Sariaya, Quezon
MAYOHAN SA TAYABAS 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.	May 11- May 15 \| Tayabas, Quezon
MAGAYON FESTIVAL An annual festivity and celebrated during the town fiesta every last Tuesday of March	May 11-22 \| Moises Padilla, Negros Occ.
PAUKYABAN FESTIVAL It is an agro-industrial show that featured species of plants and flowers in a display of unique landscapes.	May 11- May 30 \| Butuan City
SUNDUAN The traditional rites means literally â€œto pick up the girl at the houseâ€.	May 12 \| Barangay La Huerta, ParaÃ±aque City
MANO PO SAN ROQUE FESTIVAL Street dancing and procession along the cityâ€™s major thoroughfares in commemoration of the feast of San Roque, highlighting the customs and traditional celebration of the festival.	May 12 \| Valenzuela City
SANTA CRUZAN IN BAGUIO “SABSABONG TI MAYO” A fashion show featuring beauties and designers from North Philippines	May 13- May 14 \| Baguio City
BLACK NAZARENE FEAST A 2-day religious festivity in honor of the townâ€™s Patron Saint, the Black Nazarene, which is the object of veneration not only by the locals but foreign devotees as well.	May 13 \| Capalonga, Camarines Norte
PULILAN CARABAO FESTIVAL An annual festival featuring hundreds of water buffaloes (carabao) parading along the streets of Pulilan followed by a throng of colorful floats and farming machines.	May 14- May 15 \| Pulilan, Bulacan
SUMMER CLIMB An annual trek to Mount Candalaga, one of the regionâ€™s peaks and site of the National Mountaineering Federation of the Philippines.	May 14- May 20 \| Maragusan, Compostela Valley
ALBAY DAY 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	May 14 \| Albay
FEAST OF SAN ISIDRO LABRADOR/CARABAO FESTIVAL A tribute to San Isidro Labrador with colorful/joyous procession of carabao carts carrying a myriad of local products.	May 14- May 15 \| Angono, Rizal
FIESTA BICOLANDIA CRUISE â€œPEÃ‘AFRANCIA PILGRIMAGEâ€ Bringing the best of the Bicol region showcasing its products, festivals, arts and crafts, among others highlighted by the procession of Our Lady of PeÃ±afrancia joined by the Bicol Association of Cebu and Marianne devotees.	May 14- May 18 \| Cebu City
BARIW FESTIVAL A unique festival showcasing the many uses of bariw leaves â€“ a thriving livelihood activity in the Municipality.	May 14 \| Nabas, Aklan
FEAST IN THE HONOR ST. VINCENT FERRER Dipolog City fiesta celebrated with motocross, concerts and beauty pageants.	May 15 \| Dipolog City
SAN ISIDRO FESTIVAL (PANDANAN) An annual celebration in honor of farmerâ€™s patron saint San Isidro Labrador.	May 15 \| Luisiana, Laguna
BANTAYOG FESTIVAL As the term suggests, Bantayog festival features the storied First Rizal Monument or â€œUnang Bantayog ni Dr. Jose Rizalâ€ which is the centerpiece of the celebration. It is held in conjunction with the province foundation anniversary.	May 15 \| Camarines Norte
IIKLAHAN/KALANGUYA TRIBAL FESTIVAL Songs and dances of the tribe will be witnessed by tourists, their way of life, indigenous games most especially how the community is taking care of the environment.	May 16 \| Malicu, San Nicolas, Pangasinan
IKALAHAN/KALANGUYA FESTIVAL It aims to preserve and develop cultural tradition and better understand indigenous peoples and their cultural practices including how they protect the forest.	May 16 \| Imugan and Malico, Pangasinan
SARUNG BANGGI FESTIVAL 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.	May 18- May 25 \| Sto. Domingo, Albay
SANGGUTAN FESTIVAL A dance of the drinkers honoring the age-old process of wine-making.	May 18 \| Barugo, Leyte
PASUNDAYAG NORTHERN MINDANAO A showcase of Northern Mindanaoâ€™s rich cultural heritage through songs and dances, arts and crafts,agricultural products and destinations in Intramuros Manila.	May 18- June 1 \| Intramuros, Manila
FARMERS FESTIVAL A festival that highlights a street dance parade participated in by cressed up framers; agro-industrial trade fair; contest of the biggest farm harvest and livestock.	May 19- May 20 \| Bacarra, Ilocos Norte
MAGDADARAN TALIP FESTIVAL Commemorates the ancient peace pacts that has brought lasting peace between and among ethnic tribes that brought forth rich culture, customs, indigenous traditions and fellowship with stronger ties not only among themselves but also with the Ilocanos intermingling with them.	May 19 20 \| Carasi, Dumlneg, Nueva Era, Adams
KAOGMA FESTIVAL 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.	May 20-28 \| Camarines Sur
BANWAHON FESTIVAL An ethnic dance competition depicting customs and traditions as well as the culture of early inhabitants of Barangay Mat-i Surigao City.	May 20 \| Barangay Mat-i, Surigao City
PAGSALABUK FESTIVAL Pagsalubok Festival is a Subano term that means â€œget togetherâ€ or â€œtogetherness,â€ 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.	May 21- July 1 \| Dipolog City
TAGBUAN FESTIVAL A cultural and fiesta celebration.	May 22 \| Pilar, Capiz
PANAGYAMAN FESTIVAL 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.	May 22- May 24 \| Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
MANGGAHAN SA 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.	May 22 \| Guimaras
BOLOBONG KINGKING FESTIVAL 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.	May 23- May 24 \| Loboc, Bohol
SANTACRUZAN WITH KUMBIRA Procession of biblical characters and the traditional sagalas representing the Blessed Virginâ€™s attributes. On this festivity one can also witness the cityâ€™s prettiest promenade in their finery parading followed by performing contingents.	May 23- May 31 \| Rizal Blvd., Dumaguete City
PAHOY-PAHOY FESTIVAL (SCARECROW) A grand parade and street dancing of people in scarecrow costumes.	May 25 \| Western Samar
STO. CRISTO FESTIVAL It is a celebration of thanksgiving, a continuing commitment towards a Christ-centered community amidst trials and challenges.	May 25- May 31 \| Dapdap, Legazpi City
MALUMAGPAK CHALLENGE A trek to Mt. Manurigao-Malumagpak, one of the region’’s newly discovered eco-tourism destinations.	May 26- May 30 \| New Bataan, Compostela Valley
BULAKLAKAN SA GENSAN (STA. CRUZAN FESTIVAL) A Santa Cruzan Festival. Paseo de Flores: Sagalas and Archs Selection of the best in Bulaklakan sa Gensan.	May 29-30 \| General Santos City
MANLAMBUS FESTIVAL Mamlambus Festival is a Visayan term meaning â€œto strike with a clubâ€ because fishes were then teeming around its coastal waters and that catching them could simply be done by clubbing with a wooden paddle.	May 30 \| Escalante City, Negros Occidental
BIRAY SA BAYBAYON A boat parade along Laua-an coastal areas with residents having beach parties and celebrations.	May 30 \| Laua-an, Antique
ANNUAL BALIK ESCALANTE OFW & Balikbayan Day.	May 30 \| Escalante City, Negros Occ
PADARAW FESTIVAL 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.	May 30 \| Bulan, Sorsogon
JUEGO DE ANILLO A sport festivity held every 1st of May in honor of Sta. Ana.	May 31 \| Bgy. Lomboyan, San Joaquin, Iloilo
FLORES DE MAYO This is a parade of beautiful maidens representing specific symbol of title and authority of Saints.	May 31 \| Bacolod City Proper
TAPUSAN Tapusan honors the Holy Cross on the last day of May	May 31 \| Alitagtag, Batangas
SANTACRUZAN (ZAMBOANGA CITY) Parade of beauties with Reyna Elena carrying the Holy Cross	May 31 \| Zamboanga City

JUNE

Festival name	Date and Location

SAKAY-SAKAY ABAYAN (FLUVIAL PROCESSION) 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	June \| Brgy. Taft, Surigao City
BIRAYS FESTIVAL Fluvial parade in honor of the Virgin Mary, participated in by 6 barangays of Belison.	June 1 \| Belison, Antique
BILANG-BILANG ABAYAN FESTIVAL A showcase of religious heritage of the Surigaonons in honor of St. Virgen de la Paz Y de Buen Viaje.	June 01 \| Balangay Taft, Surigao City, Surigao del Norte
PILI FESTIVAL 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.	June 1-30 \| Sorsogon, Sorsogon
CEBU BUSINESS MONTHâ€™S ARTS AND CULTURE Often referred to as the second biggest festival in Cebu next only to the Sinulog, the annual Cebu Business Month showcases a series of exhibits, trade fairs, sporting events, conferences, fellowships and cultural presentations spread out over approximately six weeks of fun, frenzy and frolic.	June 1- June 30 \| Cebu
RIZAL ARTIST FESTIVAL 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	June 1- June 30 \| Angono, Rizal
LINGGO NG ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE AND AND HUDYAKA FESTIVAL A weekâ€™s celebration featuring agro-industrial fairs, sports, beauty pageants, concerts, cultural shows and street dancing.	June 1- June 6 \| Dipolog City
SAKAY-SAKAY ABAYAN (FLUVIAL PROCESSION) 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.	June 1 \| Barangay Taft, Surigao City
PHILIPPINE EAGLE WEEK Various activities in support of the Philippine Eagle Conservation Program.	June 4- June 10 \| Davao City
CARRERA HABAGAT 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.	June 8- June 12 \| Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte
VIRAY FESTIVAL The local government of Sta. Ana promotes the Viray, a local boatâ€™s name, considered as part of the history of the town whose main source of livehood is fishing and eco-tourism.	June 8 \| Sta. Ana, Cagayan
MANOGLAYA FESTIVAL A cultural-tourism festival composed of cultural performances, street dance, beauty search and exhibit complemented with â€œsugod-sugod sa plazaâ€, a nightly entertainment of music and other performances from leading local performers in the community.	June 9- June 12 \| San Antonio, Northern Samar
CAMOTES CASSAVA FESTIVAL 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.	June 10- June 11 \| Tudela, Camotes Island
PHILIPPINE GAME FISHING TOURNAMENT A private sector led Game fishing tournament/s participated by the PGFF members in the country which is conducted yearly in the shores of Babuyan Channel.	June 10- June 12 \| Sta. Ana Cagayan
CITY PINTAKASI An annual Fiesta celebration in honor of St. Anthony of Padua. Various activities are lined up to drumbeat the affair.	June 11 \| Iriga City
GINUBAT FESTIVAL A festival based on the roots of the town of which its name was derived. It features the following activities: cultural street parade, exhibit, sail boat race, beauty pageant, fiesta celebration and the Balik Gubat which is the highlight of the festival.	June 11- June 12 \| Gubat, Sorsogon
CAGAYAN DE ORO ADVENTURE RACE An annual adventure sports event featuring the many destinations of the city and nearby provinces.	June 11-17 \| Cagayan de Oro
INDEPENDENCE DAY A cultural presentation depicting the countryâ€™s path towards independence.	June 12 \| San Carlos City, Negros Occidental
SILAY CHARTER ANNIVERSARY It is highlighted by a flag raising ceremony and charter day program; multi-sectoral parade .	June 12 \| Silay City
ARAW NG AGUSAN DEL NORTE Anniversary of Agusan Del Norte. It is highlighted with civic parade, sports fest, and agro-industrial fair.	June 12- June 17 \| Agusan del Norte
INDEPENDENCE DAY 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.	June 12 \| Cavite, Manila, and other historical site, (nationwide)
KANSILAY FESTIVAL The festival focuses on Kansilay street dance	June 12 \| Silay City
INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION A flag raising ceremony and program in honor of our local unsung heroes.	June 12 \| Cadiz City, Negros Occidental
ARAW NG COTABATO Charter Anniversary of Cotabato City. Events slated are: Drum and Bugle Corps competition, sports competition, civic-military parade, selection of Mutya ng Kutabato, cultural activities and street dancing parade contest.	June 12-20 \| Cotabato City
LA TRINIDAD FOUNDATION DAY General cleaning and tree planting acitivity along with cultural shows and sports fest.	June 12- June 16 \| La Trinidad, Benguet
INDEPENDENCE DAY (BAGUIO CITY) A parade along the cityâ€™s main road celebrating the 107th Independence from foreign control.	June 12 \| Baguio City
PANARAP FESTIVAL Harvest and tribe competition.	June 12 \| Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo
AGDAHANAY FESTIVAL A cultural and fiesta celebration.	June 13 \| Cuartero, Capiz
TOBOSO ANNUAL FIESTA Annual Fiesta	June 13 \| Toboso, Negros Occidental
BATTLE OF BESANG PASS 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.	June 14 \| Cervantes, Ilocos Sur
VICTORY AT BACSIL RIDGE Celebration of the USAFIP NL liberation at Bacsil Ridge.	June 14 \| San Fernando City
PUJADA BAY FESTIVAL Launching of Festival showcasing the various attractions of the island as an eco-tourism destination.	June 14- June 16 \| Pujada Bay, Mati, Davao Oriental
30K BAROTO MARATHON An annual contest held during the celebration of Araw ng Agusan.	June 15 \| Agusan del Norte
NALIYAGAN FESTIVAL 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.	June 15- June 17 \| Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur
PINEAPPLE/PINYASAN FESTIVAL A festival featuring the sweet, succulent pineapple thru art exhibits, trade fairs, cultural performances and sports events.	June 15- June 24 \| Camarines Norte
MALAY DAY Celebration of the separation of Malay from Buruanga	June 15 \| Malay, Aklan
BRIDAL EXPO: PERFECT BEGINNINGS YEAR 4 On its fourth year, THE BRIDAL EXPO will offer the latest and most innovative bridal concept in the history of wedding industry with more than 250 of the finest wedding suppliers promoting their expertise and services in its new home, the PICC FORUM, CCP Complex.	June 16-17 \| PICC FORUM, CCP Complex, Pasay City
GOTAD AD IFUGAO PROVINCIAL GRAND FESTIVAL Showcase of Ifugao provinceâ€™s culture, products and industries.	June 16- June 18 \| Lagawe, Ifugao
ADLAW SA ILIGAN Held annually to celebrate the City Charter Day, featuring agro-fair, cultural activities and kite contest.	June 16 \| Iligan City
BARAGATAN SA PALAWAN (FOUNDATION DAY) 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.	June 17- June 23 \| Provincial Capitol Compound, Puerto Princesa City
KALIBO FOOD FESTIVAL SA KALYE Join the folks of Kalibo in its mid-year tourism event.	June 18- June 24 \| Kalibo, Aklan
PUJADA BAY FESTIVAL Festival in honor of Pujada Bay tin advocacy for its preservation.	June 18 24 \| Mati, Davao Oriental
SULAY-BASYA FESTIVAL The festival was conceptualized to honor St. John the Baptist, the patron saint of the Municipality.	June 18-24 \| Sara, Iloilo
PANDAYAN FESTIVAL The festival showcases the ingenuity, craftsmanship, artistry, tradition and culture of the Badianganons	June 18 \| Badiangan, Iloilo
RIZAL DAY A program portraying the life and works of our national hero followed by a flower offering at the Rizal monument.	June 19 \| San Carlos City, Negros Occident
PISTA Y ANG KAGUEBAN 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.	June 19- June 26 \| Puerto Princesa City, Palawan
RIZAL DAY In memory of the birthday of the Philippine National Hero, Jose P. Rizal, the townfolks of Calamba offer flowers to Rizal Shrine.	June 19 \| Calamba, Laguna
PISTA NG KALIKASAN A massive tree planting activity to help alleviate global warming.	June 19 \| Provincewide, Palawan
REGADA A weeklong festivity which features water, games band exhibitions, concerts, cultural presentation , parades, bike rally, fashion shows, art exhibit, and street dancing.	June 19-24 \| Cavite City
ADLAW NAN SURIGAO The provinces of Surigao del Norte and Surigao del Sur Simultaneously commemorate their charter anniversary.	June 19 \| Surigao del Norte and Surigao del Sur
LINGGANAY FESTIVAL Street Pageant depicting the legendary and mythical storiy of the bells.	June 19 \| Alang-alang, Leyte
DAPITANâ€™S CHARTER Festivity starts on the birth anniversary of Dr. Jose Rizal and culminates on the cityâ€™s charter day. The celebration is highlighted by a sportsfest alongside cultural presentations.	June 19- June 22 \| Dapitan City
â€œOYANGE KAUGMANâ€ FESTIVAL 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.	June 20- June 29 \| Polangui, Albay
PAGADIAN CITY CHARTER DAY Commemorates Pagadian Cityâ€™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.	June 21 \| Pagadian City
DIWATA FESTIVAL A festival highlighted with street dancing in honor of their patron saint.	June 21 \| San Francisco, Agusan del Sur
KALIGUAN FLUVIAL FESTIVAL 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.	June 21 25 \| Cagwait, Surigao del Sur
FEAST OF ST. MARY MAGDALENE Annual patronal fiesta, in honor of Saint Mary Magdalene	June 22 \| Hinigaran, Negros Occidental
CALUMPIT LIBAD FESTIVAL The colorful event is celebrated on June 23, the day before the fiesta, when a fluvial procession in honor of the town’’s patron saint, St. John the Baptist, is held on the Pampanga river	June 23 \| Calumpit, Bulacan
AGGAW NAK CAGAYAN (CAGAYAN FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY) The 422nd anniversary of the founding of the civil government of Cagayan. Activities include lectures, exhibits, games, beauty pageant, agro-trade and tourism fair.	June 23- June 29 \| Province of Cagayan
HIL-O-HANAY FESTIVAL The Hil-o-hanay Festival is a merry-making depicting the Sigmahanonâ€™s traditional way of life during the golden era characterized by a cycle of communal sharing and fraternity.	June 23- June 24 \| Sigma, Capiz
FEAST OF SAN ANTONIO DE PADUA 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	June 24 \| Pilia. Laguna
FEAST OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST / LECHON FESTIVAL 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.	June 24 \| Mindoro Oriental
FEAST OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST – PALAKA SUR Annual fiesta of Brgy. Palaka Sur.	June 24 \| Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
FEAST OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST A regular celebration of the town’’s patron saint, St. John the Baptist	June 24 \| San Juan, Metro Manila
ARAW NG MAYNILA A yearly celebration of Manila Day featuring various activities like the Manila Film Festival, Fireworks Display, etc.	June 24 \| Manila City
TOURISM CONGRESS 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.	June 24 \| Cebu City
TAONG-PUTIK FESTIVAL Taong- putik originated from a unique practice of the devotees of Saint John the Baptist in Bibiclat, Aliaga, Nueva Ecija.	June 24 \| Aliaga, Nueva Ecija
PARADA NG LECHON A grand parade of succulent roasted pigs.	June 24 \| Balayan, Batangas
REGADA WATER FESTIVAL In honor of Nuestra SeÃ±ora de Porta Vaga, sprinklers are installed at the Cityâ€™s streets so that revelers get a shower.	June 24 \| Cavite City
ANI-ANIHAN SA TABUELAN The town comes alive with merriment every June 24 as they celebrate the feast to their patron saint, St. John the Baptist.	June 24 \| Tabuelan, Cebu
SULAY-BASYA FESTIVAL The festival was conceptualized to honor St. John the Baptist, the patron saint of the municipality.	June 24 \| Sara, Iloilo
SAN JUAN HIBOK-HIBOKAN Boat races and other beach fun activities, participated by the different barangays/ NGOs/ LGUs.	June 24 \| Catarman and Mambajao, Camiguin
FEAST OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST – KALIBO Celebration of the Feast of St. John the Baptist wherein people usually go to the beach for an excursion.	June 24 \| Kalibo, Aklan
FEAST OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST – BAGO CITY It was founded on June 24, 1575 falling on the Feast day of St. John the Baptist, the patron saints of the city.	June 24 \| Bago City
KAYABA FESTIVAL – CROSS CHANNEL SWIM cross channel swim to create awareness to preserve the Iloilo River .	June 25- June 30 \| Guimaras-Iloilo
MUDPACK FESTIVAL The festival is a symbolic celebration of manâ€™s return to primitive time when he was closer to nature.	June 25- June 26 \| Murcia, Negros Occidental
PAYUHWAN FESTIVAL: BATANES DAY Anniversary celebration of the establishment of the civil government of Batanes highlighted by cultural activities and cultural demonstrations commemorating how the Ivatan have become a sturdy survivor of history, more united, more established and closer to the world through songs, dances and rituals.	June 26 \| Province of Batanes
PALU-PALO FESTIVAL (GRAND CELEBRATION) A cultural presentation of the different municipalities of Batanes, showcasing their ethnic group’’s rugged yet storied existence.	June 26 \| Basco, Batanes
TAEPHAG FESTIVAL A common Manobo ritual used for opening a kaingin, rice planting, harvesting and other activities.	June 27 \| Tagbina, Sutigao del Sur
SIRONG-SIRONG FESTIVAL A fiesta celebration in honor of Saints Peter and Paul highlighted by ethnic mardigras contests, agro-industrial fair and public dancing.	June 28- June 29 \| Cagdianao, Surigao del Norte
KALILANG SA RANAO Celebrates the legendary Lake Lanao.	June 28 – July 05 \| Marawi City, Lanao del Sur
SUBIRAN REGATTA Annual race of native sailboats with outriggers displaying seamanship.	June 28 \| Tacloban City, Leyte
PINTADOS KASADYAAN FESTIVAL A body-painting festival in honor of the courageous “pintados” (warriour ancestors).	June 28- June 29 \| Tacloban City, Leyte
APUNG IRU FLUVIAL FESTIVAL 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.	June 28- June 30 \| Apalit, Pampanga
BALYUAN Ceremonial exchange of images of the Holy Child between Leyte and Samar.	June 29 \| Taclobay City, Leyte
HUDYAW FESTIVAL This term is coined from three dynamically spirited expression of manâ€™s grateful and happy manifestative character: hudyaha, doyeg, sayao (merrymaking, praising and dancing).	June 29 \| Calatrava, Negros Occ.
PALAWOD FESTIVAL Palawod is the fishermenâ€™s daily toil, their means of livelihood, their life and pride.	June 29 \| Bantayan, Bantayan Island, Cebu
BINIRAY FESTIVAL A grand pagida show on the day of thanksgiving for the blessings from sea.	June 29 \| Bulalacao, Mindoro Oriental
BAILES DE ARCOS Performed during the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul by daughters of past participants with impeccable reputations as homage to the Virgen dela Rosaâ€ for her kindness.	June 29 \| Makati City

JULY

Festival name	Date and Location

MT. APO CLIMBING (TREKKING) Formal opening of Mt. Apo trails after a 2 year closure. A project of the Province of Cotabato in coordination with DOT 12, City Government of Kidapawan, Municipality of Magpet and mountaineering clubs of Region 12 and Region 11.	July \| Kidapawan City and Cotabato Province
TIMPUPO FRUIT FESTIVAL Kidapawan takes its fruit growing industry to the streets-literally as the city celebrates the annual fruit festival.	July to August \| Kidapawan City
ONGGOYAN FESTIVAL Celebrated with much gaiety and funfare. It features agro-Industrial fair, beauty contest, sports festival and street dancing depicting movement of monkeys.	July \| Malimono, Surigao del Norte
BANANA FESTIVAL Street dancing, agri trade fair to highlight Davao del Norte as â€œbanana countryâ€.	July 1- July 10 \| Tagum, Davao del Norte
ARAW NG DAVAO DEL SUR, DAVAO DEL NORTE, DAVAO 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.	July 1 \| Digos City, Tagum City, Mati, Dvo, Oriental
SAN CARLOS CHARTER ANNIVERSARY Usually celebrated with a Thanksgiving Mass, sports activties, concerts, parade, beauty pageant and awarding to the cityâ€™s achiever of the year.	July 1 \| San Carlos, Negros Occidental
SUROY SA SURIGAO (GUIDED FAMILIARIZATION TOURS) 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.	July 1- July 31 \| Dinagat and Siaragao Island
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF GUIBANG Annual feast day of the Miraculous Lady of Guibang.	July 1- July 2 \| Gamu, Isabela
FESTIVAL OF OUR LADY OF PIAT Annual feast day of Our Lady of Piat highlighted by the procession of the Marian Image being venerated for centuries.	July 1- July 2 \| Piat, Cagayan
BANANA FESTIVAL Festival featuring the city as the banana country and pays tribute to the largest economic contributor and the provinceâ€™ No. 1 export-bananas.	July 1- July 8 \| Tagum City
MANGO FESTIVAL A two weeks long festival that pays tribute to Carmenâ€™s main crop â€œmangoâ€. Among the featured activities are: an agricultural fair, food processing demonstration, cultural presentation and sports events.	July 1- July 16 \| Carmen, Agusan del Norte
SAG-AHAN FESTIVAL Sag-ahan Festival manifests its joy and sense of thanksgiving and gratefulness for all the blessings and abundance it has received through the years.	July 1 \| Toboso, Negros Occidental
SAGAYAN FESTIVAL (MARANAO WAR DANCE) 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.	July 2 \| Tubod, Lanao del Norte
RIVER TUBING FESTIVAL Honoring Sibulan rivers rich resources as part of the eco-adventure activities and an advocacy program to preserve the local resources and showcases its products.	July 2 \| Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur
ARAW NG PASIG 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.	July 2 \| Pasig City
PHIL-AM FRIENDSHIP DAY Revival of friendship among Filipinos, Americans & other Nationalities accented with the sale exposition of variety products.	July 4 \| Baguio City
PAGAY FESTIVAL The Municipality Government of Roxas highlighted the main agricultural product of Roxas â€“ Palay. The event included street dancing competition, kuliglig contest and cooking of the biggest rice cake also featured in the national television.	July 4 \| Roxas, Isabela
PAGODA SA WAWA Held annually on the 1st Sunday of July in the town of Bocaue, the festival features a fluvial parade in honor of the miraculous “Krus sa Wawa”.	July 4 \| Bocaue, Bulacan
SAN CARLOS CITY TREE PLANTING DAY An enjoyable and meaningful annual tree planting activity in the mountain barangays participated by national and local government.	July 4 \| San Carlos City, Negros Occidental
CHARTER DAY – CADIZ CITY Celebrated every 4th of July often times a five-day celebration marking the anniversary of Cadiz as a City.	July 4 \| Cadiz City, Negros Occidental
PANGAPOG FESTIVAL A thanksgiving festival celebration bountiful harvest features parade, indak-indak sa dalan, cultural presentation etc.	July 5- July 7 \| Island Garden City of Samal
BANIG FESTIVAL In celebration of Badianâ€™s Annual Fiesta, the festival showcases the Cebuano & Badianganon culture, tradition, delicacies & local products especially its famous â€œmatsâ€ (banig).	July 5 \| Badian, Cebu
PASALABOK FESTIVAL (ADLAW SA DIPOLOG) This fiesta aims to showcase the myriad interplay of cultures: Muslim, Lumad and the varied and diverse culture of the settlers from all over the Philippines as well as the Spanish, Chinese, American and other Asian cultures that have been meticulously woven and shaped into what is known as the unique Mindanao tri-people culture.	July 6 \| Dipolog City
ALEGRIA DE ISABELA 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 merry- making beside the cathedral.	July 8 \| Isabela City
MAUBANOG FESTIVAL A seven-days cultural extravaganza that features the townâ€™s colorful history, amiable people, tasty cuisine and of course, its locally fermented only-in-Mauban nipa wine.	July 9- July 15 \| Mauban, Quezon
HUDYAKA FESTIVAL Street dancing competition which depicts the historical events of how Laguindingan become one of the municipalities of Misamis Oriental.	July 12 \| Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental
T’NALAK FESTIVAL An annual celebration in South Cotabato which demonstrates the importance and significance of tâ€™nalak cloth as the cultural image of South Cotabato.	July 13-18 \| Koronadal City, South Cotabato
PAHINUNGOD FESTIVAL This is a Mardi gras performed around the streets of Carrascal in honor of their patroness, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel.	July 14- July 16 \| Carrascal, Surigao del Sur
SUBAYAN KEG SUBANON FESTIVAL A week-long trade fair/ street dancing depict songs, dances and other forms of simulated social expression of the rich Subanon cultural heritage.	July 15- July 16 \| Ozamiz City, Misamis Occidental
DIWAL FESTIVAL A showcase of the seafood products, notably the diwal – the exotic and best tasting shellfish in the world.	July 15- July 16 \| Roxas City, Capiz
LUNAY Sâ€™BUNG A native term once described the gathering of ancestors, thus this ethnic expression inspires the Expo to be convergence of people throughout Region XII. Showcase the diverse wealth of Region XII.	July 16- July 23 \| Region XII (no specific venue)
SANDUGO FESTIVAL Boholâ€™s annual commemoration of the Blood compact (mardi gras parade) between Rajah Sikatuna and Miguel Lopez de Legazpi.	July 16 \| Tagbilaran City, Bohol
EARTHQUAKE MEMORIAL DAY Memorial services for the victims of the 1990 killer earthquake.	July 16 \| Baguio City
â€œKUMBIRAâ€ (FOOD FESTIVAL) Food & culinary competitions sponsored by the Cagayan de Oro Hotel and Restaurant Association (COHARA).	July 17- July 23 \| Cagayan de Oro City
LIBON PAROY FESTIVAL 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.	July 22- July 25 \| Libon, Albay
TOURISM CONSCIOUSNESS WEEK 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.	July 22 31 \| Butuan City
KALIGA FESTIVAL (STREET PAGEANTRY) Street dancing, trade fair & culutural presentations in observance of the City Charter day.	July 22 \| Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental
BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF APOLNARIO MABINI An annual celebration commemorating the birth anniversary of our Sublime Paralytic.	July 22 \| Talaga, Tanauan , Batanagas City
PARABUR FESTIVAL & BUGUEY PATRONAL FIESTA The patronal town fiesta of Buguey is celebrated with an agro-industrial trade fair and the promotion of fisheries products like crabs including special events and guided tours.	July 22- July 26 \| Buguey, Cagayan
SUBILAN FESTIVAL 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.	July 23 \| Batangas City
SINULOG DE TANJAY Street dancing with mock battles between Moros and Christians followed by reconciliation through the intercession of the patron SeÃ±or Santiago.	July 24 \| Tanjay, Negros Oriental
KINABAYO FESTIVAL (BATTLE OF COVADONGA) A re-enactment of the Spanish-Moorish wars particularly the battle of Covadonga.	July 24- July 25 \| Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte
SAULOG FESTIVAL Street dancing with mock battles between Moros and Christians followed by reconciliation through the intercession of the patron, SeÃ±or Santiago, held on July 24 on the eve of the patronâ€™s feast. This is an old tradition that begin with old men engaged in swordplay and dancing from house to house.	July 24 \| Tanjay, Negros Oriental
PAKAPYA-AGTIKE 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.	July 25- July 27 \| Socorro, Mindoro Oriental
SAYAWAN A feast in honor of St. James the Apostle celebrated with a street dancing and Barangayan.	July 25 \| Compostela,Cebu
KADAGATAN FESTIVAL It is a yearly thanksgiving of Cortesanons done through street dancing. Costumes and props of dancers symbolize marine life.	July 25 \| Cortes, Surigao del Sur
BALIK CARCANMADCARLAN CELEBRATION A week-long activities participated by all Balikbayans.	July 25- July 31 \| Cantillan, Surigao del Sur
STA. ANANG BANAK TAGUIG RIVER FESTIVAL 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.	July 26 \| Municipality of Taguig
MOLO DISTRICT FIESTA This is Molo district fiesta in honor of St. Anne.	July 26 \| Molo, Iloilo City
TILIBYUGAN It is the Sapianon’s way of celebrating their feast day in honor of their Patron Saint Anne every July 26.	July 26 \| Sapian, Capiz
FEAST OF ST. MARTHA (OLD) A celebration of the Feast Day pf St. Martha marked by a mass followed by a procession. One of the highlights of the procession is the pasubo where participants to the procession where given food & goodies by the spectators.	July 29 \| Municipality of Pateros
MANYAMAN FESTIVAL It is a two-day event that will showcase the Pampanga’’s best offerings – from food, furniture, designs and culture – all under one major affair. “Manyaman” is a Kapampangan word for “masarap” (delicious).	July 29 30 \| Bayanihan Park, Clark Special Economic Zone, Pampanga
ANNIVERSARY OF BATTLE OF PAYE An encounter over by Filipno soldier during the Fil-Am War.	July 30 \| Balimbing, Boac
ABAYAN FESTIVAL A riverside festivity in honor of Saint Anne, Patroness of Agusan River-highlighted with baroto races and indigenous games for men, women and children capped by a fluvial procession.	July 30 \| Butuan City
HEROES OF VIVO OF TANGALAN A historical event regularly commemorating the victorious conquest of barangay Vivo	July 31 \| Tangalan, Aklan

AUGUST

Festival name	Date and Location
CABIBI FESTIVAL : LALLO DAY The patronal town fiesta of Lallo, formerly Ciudad Nueva Segovia is highlighted by an agro-industrial trade fair and street dancing competition	August 1- August 4 \| Lal-lo, Cagayan
CEBU FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY Nightly cultural and variety shows, agricultural trade fair and night market are among the many activities lined-up in celebration of the island province’s founding day anniversary.	August 1 6 \| Cebu
CELEBRATION OF BUAN NG WIKA A month long activity celebrating “Buwan ng Wika”. The activities undertaken are campaign for using Filipino as a medium, hanging of streamer and short program.	August 1- August 31 \| Capitol Site,Batangas City
PADAGYAW FESTIVAL A cultural and fiesta celebration in honor of Nuestra Señora de las Nieves.	August 1- August 5 \| Dumarao, Capiz
MERCEDES FISHTIVAL/KADAGATAN FESTIVAL It is a fishermenâ€™s celebration of thanksigiving for the blessings and bounty during the seafaring, fishing expeditions and fish farming.	August 1 8 \| Mercedes, Camarines
ADLAW HONG BUTUAN (CHARTER DAY ANNIVERSARY) Itâ€™s the charter day celebration of Butuan City. It is highlighted by the thanksgiving mass, motorcade recognition of outstanding Butuanons & City employees night.	August 2 \| Butuan City
PALAGSING FESTIVAL A competition for the longest and the best tasting palagsing	August 2 \| Butuan City
FIESTA BACOLOD (HRANO) Annual fiesta	August 2 \| Bacolod City, Negros Occidental
KABANKALAN CITY CHARTER ANNIVERSARY A weeklong celebration highlighted by an agro-industrial fair showcasing the indigenous products of the farmers and the cooperatives	August 2 \| Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental
MINDANAO TRADE EXPO An Agro industrial trade fair with business matching for the promotion of Mindanao’s world class product.	August 4- August 15 \| Davao City
OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS PATRONAL FIESTA Nuestra Señora de los Nieves is the patron saint of the city, parishioners celebrate the event with the Holy Mass and a procession around the city	August 5 \| Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental
CORDOVA DINAGAT FESTIVAL (FISHING RITUALS) 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.	August 5 \| Cordova, Cebu
BAKASI FESTIVAL The festival is a unique reinvention of the Dinagat festival. The exotic eel locally known as ”bakasi” is pecullar and abundant in Cordova.	August 6 12 \| Cordova, Cebu
REGATTA FESTIVAL A week-long festivity aimed to preserve its culture and tradition and to promote the area as a tourist destination. Highlight is the boat race.	August 7 \| Gainza, Cam. Sur
PAVVU RULUN FESTIVAL it is the patronal fiesta of the city honoring St. Hyacinth enthroned at the elevated St. Hycinth Church beside the St. Paul University Philippines. The events surrounding the festival include street dancing competition, drum and lyre competition, beauty pageant, trade fair, pancit cooking and eating contests, job fair and many more	August 10 17 \| Tuguegarao, Cagayan
KAADLAWAN HAN SAMAR Festivities to commemorate the foundation day of Samar	August 11 \| Catbalogan Samar
ARANDURUGAN FESTIVAL The festival is held to coincide with the town fiesta and as a form of thanksgiving for the bounties from the land. Various activities are lined up to drumbeat the affair.	August 12- August 17 \| Guinobatan, Albay
SUMAYAJAW FESTIVAL 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-patroness of Jabonga.	August 14 \| Jabonga, Agusan del Norte
PAVVU RULUN FESTIVAL it is the patronal fiesta of the city honoring St. Hyacinth enthroned at the elevated St. Hycinth Church beside the St. Paul University Philippines. The events surrounding the festival include street dancing competition, drum and lyre competition, beauty pageant, trade fair, pancit cooking and eating contests, job fair and many more	August 10 17 \| Tuguegarao, Cagayan
KALIBONGAN FESTIVAL (HORSE FIGHT & BLOOD COMPACT) 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.	August 15 \| Kidapawan City, N. Cotabato
LUBI-LUBI (COCONUT) FESTIVAL The humble coconut tree gets its day in the spotlight as the town celebrates its Lubi-Lubi Festival.	August 15 \| Calubian, Leyte
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION A celebration in honor of Our Lady of the Assumption.	August 15 \| Boac, Marinduque
PASAKA Religious homage/ cultural dance parade in honor of Our Lady of the Assumption	August 15 \| Tanauan, Leyte
SIRONG FESTIVAL A war dance between Muslims and Christians, reflecting the Christianization of the early Cantillanons	August 15 \| Cantilan, Surigao del Sur
CORON FESTIVAL Coron is a Bicol dialect meaning clay-pot or potteries of which the town of Tiwi is popularly known for. Thus, the festivalâ€™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.	August 15- August 17 \| Tiwi, Albay
KADAYAWAN SA DABAW A festival celebrating the city’’s bountiful harvest in a form of grand colorful parade of orchid-bedecked floats and tribal street dancing.	August 16- August 22 \| Davao City
SUNDAYAG A showcase of the Best of Northern Mindanao featuring Agriculture, Trade, & Tourism destinations.	August 18- August 30 \| Cagayan de Oro City
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.	August 09 – 11 \| Kidapawan City, North Cotabato
PILGRIMAGE TO JOROAN Held every 3rd Saturday of August to pay homage to the miraculous image of Our Lady of Salvation, Patroness of Albay	August 19 \| Joroan, Tiwi, Albay
QUEZON DAY/ ANGONO DAY Anniversary of Independence, the residents of Angono led by the Municipal Tourism Office, prepare a weeklong celebration characterized by trade fairs, art exhibits, symphonic band concerts, cultural presentations, etc.	August 19 \| Angono, Rizal
BANKATON Exciting motorboat race in honor of the town’s patron saint	August 20 \| Lavezares, N. Samar
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.	August 21- August 28 \| Jordan, Guimaras
ANNIVERSARY OF CRY OF PUGADLAWIN Another historical event celebrated yearly with a civic parade at 6:00 am followed by a flag-raising and a wreath-laying Ceremony.	August 23 \| Pugad lawin shrine, Brgy. Bahay Toro, Quezon City
QUIPIA FESTIVAL Quipia was formerly the name of the municipality. Held annually in time for its fiesta celebration, the festival features various events highlighted by a street presentation.	August 25- August 29 \| Jovellar, Albay
TSINELAS FESTIVAL 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.	August 25 \| City of Gapan, Nueva Ecija
DARAGANG MAGAYON 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 Darague’s. Various colorful activities are lined up for this celebration.	August 26- September 8 \| Daraga, Albay
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	August 26- August 28 \| Cagayan de Oro City
ALCALA TOWN FIESTA The local government unit of Alcala has highlighted the agricultural products of Alcala town like corn and rice and presented a local street dancing version and the colonial past of the town depicted in its centuries-old church- St. Phillomene Church	August 26 \| Alcala, Cagayan
FEAST OF ST. AUGUSTINE Annual fiesta of Barangay Ubay.	August 27 \| Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
JINAWA FESTIVAL A local rendition of the classic Christian-moro conflict interpreted through songs and dances.	August 27- August 28 \| Gigaquit, Surigao del Norte
PALADONG FESTIVAL The art of performing the ritual of ladong conducted by a landongan	August 28 \| Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur
KALUMUNAN FESTIVAL A reunion of relatives and friends during town fiesta of San Agustin celebrated through street dancing.	August 28 \| San Agustin, Surigao del Sur
BUYOGAN FESTIVAL Buyog (bees) dancer depict the origin of the town’s name in a well choreographed dance	August 28 \| Abuyog, Leyte
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.	August 29 \| San Carlos City, Negros Occidental
KAYABA: GUIMARAS & ILOILO CROSS CHANNEL SWIM 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.	August 30 \| Iloilo City
MANDAUE CHARTER DAY CELEBRATION 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.	August 30 \| Mandaue, Cebu
BATTLE OF PINAGLABANAN 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	August 30 \| Pinaglaban Shrine, Municipality of San Juan
TURUMBA 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	August 30 \| Teresa, Rizal

SEPTEMBER

Festival name	Date and Location

KASIBU CITRUS FESTIVAL Marks the plentiful citrus harvest of the acknowledged citrus capital of the Philippines “ Kasibu, known for its sweet oranges like Perante, Satsuma, Navel and also pomelo and other fruits.	September 00 \| Kasibu, Nueva Vizcaya
BAGUIO CHARTER DAY/ BAGUIO TOURISM MONTH 97th Founding celebration with street parade, food feast, exhibits and other fun activities	September 1- September 30 \| Baguio City
WOW HIRINUGYAW FESTIVAL (TEMPORARY NAME OF FESTIVAL) Hirinugyaw, a street dancing festivity participated by various agencies and non-governmental organizations in the Municipality of Cabatuan.	September 1- September 10 \| Cabatuan, Iloilo
HANDURAW FESTIVAL The festivity commemorates the transfer of Pueblo del Camando to Sitio Capan .. .	September 1 \| Leon, Iloilo
“PAGDIRIWANG” CITY CHARTER ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Charter Day Celebration of Gen. Santos City. Activities are agro-industrial trade fair, pasiklaban sa Plaza Kusina Gensan Food Festival, Search for Binibining Gen. Santos, Song Festival, Civic-Military Parade, Pasasalamat and re-enactment of Gov. Paulino Santos First Landing	September 1- September 5 \| General Santos City
ANNUAL HOTEL, RESTAURANT & TOURISM WEEKEND Culinary skills demonstration and cook fest sponsored by the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Baguio (HRAB) and the Baguio Country Club	September 1 30 \| Baguio City
HINUGYAW FESTIVAL/ COTABATO PROVINCE FOUNDATION ANNIVERSARY Annual foundation day celebration of the Province of Cotabato. Activities include civic parade, ethnic dances, sports activities and agri-cultural trade fair.	September 1 \| Amas, Kidapawan City
VISIT SURIGAO A balikbayan program in time with Visit Philippines 2004 . Festivities and cultural events are lined up highlighted by the Bonok-bonok Maradjaw Karadjaw Festival on September 09 and the Feast of Señor San Nicolas de Tolentino on September 10.	September 1- September 10 \| Surigao City, Surigao del Sur
HINIRUGYAW FESTIVAL Hirinugyaw, a street dancing festivity participated by various agencies and non-governmental 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.	September 1- September 10 \| Cabatuan, Iloilo
SARAKIKI-HADANG FESTIVAL 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.	September 3 7 \| Calbayog City, Western Samar
TILAW SA PAGKAONG NAN SURIGAONON FOOD FESTIVAL A sumptuous, delicious celebration of the native Surigaonon palate.	September 3 \| Surigao City,Surigao del Norte
TUNA FESTIVAL SA GENSAN The festival is about revelry and gaiety giving back the glory to the ocean for the abundance and bounty of tuna.	September 3- September 5 \| General Santos City
SINAB’BADAN TRIBAL FESTIVAL A festival of oneness among the different tribes of the municipality showcasing indigenous art, music and dances.	September 5- September 6 \| Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur
MEGAYON FESTIVAL (THANKSGIVING) is a festival of unity and solidarity. It showcases the living tradition and diverse culture of the province. Also Araw ng Zamboanga del Sur (54th)	September 7 \| Zamboanga del Sur
BUSIG-ON FESTIVAL A festival based on the epic of Busig-On of Labo town which exemplifies heroism and Bicolano values. The festival features the town’s distinct historical values and sentiments through talent and skills competition featuring the town’s places of interest.	September 7- September 8 \| Labo, Cam. Norte
SIPONG FESTIVAL A colorful and lively mardi gras festival participated in by the different barangays, local and national offices in a choreographed street dancing.	September 7 \| Bais City, Negros Oriental
PADUL-ONG Pageant relating how the Lady of Nativity became the patroness of Borongan.	September 7 \| Borongan, E. Samar
DUYOM NAN BALIKBAYAN A homecoming party with returning Surigaonon	September 8 \| Surigao City
TAMBOBO FESTIVAL Tambobo is a Hiligaynon term for a storehouse, warehouse or a storage structure for agricultural products, or other goods that are stored and kept until a demand or need arises.	September 8- September 10 \| Ajuy, Iloilo
MINULUAN FESTIVAL A three-day celebration in commemoration of the death anniversary of the city’s patron saint San Nicholas de Tolentino	September 8- September 10 \| Talisay City, Negros Occidental
PADIGOSAN FESTIVAL Festival of the people of Digos highlighted by various activities like lechon parade, trade fair, sports competition, etc.	September 8 \| Digos City, Davao del Sur
PANAGDADAPUN FESTIVAL (ARAW NG QUIRINO) The 28th Anniversary of the establishment of the civil government of Quirino	September 8- September 10 \| Cabarroguis, Quirino
LINGGO NG BULAKAN A one week celebration featuring the history of Bulacan, exhibits of Bulacan products. Cooking contest, on the spot painting contest, and many others.	September 8- September 15 \| Malolos, Bulacan
VOYADORES FESTIVAL A street re-enactment on the transfer of the image of Our Lady of Peñafrancia from her home shrine to the Naga Cathedral. The festivity is named after the devotees who accompany and carry the Virgin’s image	September 8 \| Daraga, Albay
KASADYAAN FESTIVAL An annual celebration of the foundation anniversay of the Municipality of Tupi. Festivities includes street dancing and a parade of “karitons” (craft) drawn by carabaos.	September 9 11 \| Tupi, South Cotabato
.BANOK-BANOK MARADJAO KARADJAO FESTIVAL (STREET PAGEANTRY) A day-long Mardi Gras marked by street dancing festivity featuring the ethnic Mamanwa dance.	September 9 \| Surigao City, Surigao del Norte
PARADA NG KAKANIN / FESTIVAL OF NUESTRA SENORA DE ARANZAZZU Celebration of the foundation day of Nuestra SeÃ±ora de Aranzazu, afterwhich, delicacies are given to all for free.	September 9 \| San Mateo, Rizal
FLOMLOK FESTIVAL Flomlok, from a B”laan word whhich means “hunting ground”. The people of Polomolok celebrates this by showcasing the local products and a mix of socio cultural activities. Polomolok is also home of DOLE Philippines Inc	September 9 11 \| Polomolok, South Cotabato
MANDALA FESTIVAL The festival aims to preserve the local Subanen tradition of Midsalip. Mandala is a Subanen term which means harvest.	September 9 \| Midsalip, Zamboanga del Sur
SAPATOS FESTIVAL This is a celebration of the ingenuity and craftsmanship of our own SAPATEROs. It gives due importance to their hardship and the local shoe industry itself.	September 9 \| Marikina River Park
.FIREWORKS DISPLAY Held after the stationary dancing competition as the Bonok-Bonok (events) closing ceremony.	September 9 \| Provincial Grandstand, Surigao City
SURIGAO CITY FIESTA (SAN NICOLAS DE TOLENTINO-PATRON SAINT) Surigao City Fiesta celebration in honor of San Nicolas de Tolentino. Different activities are lined for this celebration.	September 9 \| Surigao City
MINULUAN FESTIVAL A celebration honoring the Creator and the Minuluan tribe.	September 10 \| Talisay City, Negros Occidental
BUYLUGANAY A cultural and fiesta celebration.	September 10 \| Ivisan, Capiz
BANHAYAN FESTIVAL A yearly thanksgiving for the patron, “Impong Kulas” de Tolentino”. This yearly festival is similar to the celebration of Ati-Atihan in Kalibo, Aklan and Sinulog of Cebu City.	September 10 \| Barangay Cupang, Muntinlupa City
KARANZA FESTIVAL A thanksgiving festival in honour of the cityâ€™s patron saint Sto. Tomas de Villanueva.	September 10 16 \| Danao City, Cebu
SAMBUOKAN FESTIVAL From Mandaya word “sambuok ” – unity celebrating the development of the area thru the united efforts of the people and thanksgiving for bountiful harvest	September 10- September 16 \| Mati, Davao Oriental
SAYAW LAHI FESTIVAL A festival of entertainment featuring all native dances performed on the streets by schools and barangay communities.	September 10 \| Naujan, Mindoro Oriental
REPEAT PERFORMANCE OF THE BONOK-BONOK FESTIVAL WINNERS After the thanksgiving mass held at the City Cathedral, winning contingents of the Bonok-Bonok Festival will have its repeat performance from the City Cathedral to the City Hall grounds.	September 11 \| Surigao City
ANNIVERSARY “ BATTLE OF PULANG LUPA “ Battle won by Filipino soldiers during the Fil-Am War over the Americans.	September 13 \| Torrijos, Marinduque
BANAMOS A week-long celebration coinciding with the founding anniversary of Los Banos.	September 15- September 19 \| Los Banos, Laguna
BISLIG CITY CHARTER DAY A week-long activities to commemorate the charter day of Bislig.	September 15- September 19 \| Bislig City
INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEAN-UP DAY Coastal clean up activities in support the World Clean up Day	September 15 \| Regionwide
LAYAG FESTIVAL A week-long festivity coinciding with the feast of Our Lady of PeÃ±afrancia. The festival name was taken from a local word â€œlayagâ€ or sail boat which is a primitive means of transportation of the early people of Rapu-Rapu.	September 16 \| Rapu-Rapu, Albay
PEÑAFRANCIA FESTIVAL A religious festival honoring the feast day of Our Lady of Peñafrancia, Patroness of the Bicol Region.	September 16 \| Naga City, Camarines Sur
NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK – CARAGA REGION Varied activities for awareness & appreciation of tourism and ecology.	September 17- September 23 \| CARAGA Region
KASUOTANG FILIPINO EXHIBIT & FASHION SHOW A yearly exhibit mounted at the cityâ€™s museum featuring the evolution of Filipino costumes per region in celebration of the month of Filipino costumes.	September 17 23 \| Exhibit – Museo ng Makati, Makati City
PROVINCIAL TOURISM WEEK Different activities has been lined-up by the province for the week-long celebration.	September 17- September 23 \| Negros Occidental
ARAW NG SIQUIJOR WITH SOLILI Araw ng Siquijor is the province’s charter day celebration with week long activities that starts on the 12th of the month. Parade, trade fairs, sports competition, cultural presentations performed by the different schools, search for Miss Siquijor were the main features of the event which was capped with a SOLILI street dancing, depicting the marriage ritual of the Siquijodnons.	September 17 23 \| Siquijor, Siquijor
TALAKUDONG FESTIVAL (STREET DANCING) A neo-ethnic cultural spectacle show in hilarious street dancing that mainly features exhibition of “Talakudong” accompanied by exotic sound of percussion instruments.	September 18 \| Tacurong City, Sultan Kudarat
NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK/WORLD TOURISM DAY Annual celebration recognizing the contribution of the tourism industry highlighted by different activities in schools and different regions. This year”’’s theme, “Tourism Enriches” focuses on the industry economic contributions.	September 20 27 \| Nationwide
NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK – CAR Annual tourism celebration featuring Tourism Quiz Bee	September 20- September 26 \| CAR Region
NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK – CAGAYAN VALLEY A weeklong celebration featuring school convocations, exhibits, press conferences, lectures/dialogues.	September 20- September 27 \| Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
BURDANG LUMBAN A festival showcasing the main industry of the town embroidery of Barong Tagalog.	September 21 \| Lumban, Laguna
NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK – COTABATO CITY A week-long celebration of National Tourism Week. Activities include display of streamers, tourism quiz on the air, open-house museums and DOT open house exhibit.	September 21 27 \| Cotabato City
PATABANG FESTIVAL A cultural and fiesta celebration	September 21- September 30 \| Tapaz, Capiz
SEMANA SANG TURISMO (SILAY TOURISM WEEK) 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	September 21- September 27 \| Silay City
SIARGAO NATIONAL SURFING CUP A national prelimary of the international surfing event	September 22 25 \| General Luna, Surigao del Norte
DUMALONDONG FESTIVAL (Tribal rituals) Yearly convergence of all tribal leaders in the province higlighted with the performance of authentic tribal rituals by the tribal priests.	September 23 \| Salug, Esperanza, Agusan del Sur
NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK Tourism program and activities to inculcate the culture of tourism and instil pride of place and culture.	September 24 30 \| Region 11 (Davao)
TUGAK FESTIVAL Pampanga is known for its Kapampangan frog traditions and cuisine. This festival is presented with â€œMamadwas Tamuâ€ (Letâ€™s go and catch frogs), a bouncy, lively dance that depicts the industry and perseverance of the Kapampangan	September 24 \| City of San Fernando, Pampanga
TOURISM WEEK – KABANKALAN CITY A weeklong activity geared to heighten the awareness of the people on the impact of tourism industry in the economy of the city.	September 24- September 30 \| Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental
LAPAY BANTIQUE DANCE FESTIVAL It is a local dance art festival that originated from the grateful movements of hovering birds known as seagulls or the LAPAY, found abundant in Barangay Bantigue, Masbate.	September 24 30 \| Masbate City
ANIHAN FESTIVAL Celebrated with the townâ€™s patronal fiesta, the festival features the townâ€™s culture and traditions as observed by their forefathers in celebrating their bountiful harvest.	September 24- September 30 \| DueÃ±as, Iloilo
TOURISM WEEK CELEBRATION – CENTRAL VISAYAS In celebration of the National Tourism all four provinces composing the Central Visayas celebrate the event with the various tourism-related activities.	September 24- September 30 \| Regionwide (Central Visayas)
DALIT FESTIVAL The festival showcasing varied activities and presentations which includes Filipino rituals, songs, dances and their way of life	September 25 \| Tangub City
DRUM AND BUGLE CORP COMPETITION An annual drum and bugle corp competition participated by the different schools in the province.	September 25- September 30 \| Nasipit, Agusan del Norte
LAPAY BANTIGUE DANCE FESTIVAL It is a local dance art festival that originated from the graceful movements of hovering birds known as seagulls or the LAPAY, found abundant in Barangay Bantigue, Masbate	September 25- September 30 \| Masbate City
SIARGAO INTERNATIONAL SURFING CUP The biggest event in the Philippines with top national and international surfers competing for the $20,000 prize money. An open invitational surfing competition among the local and foreign surfers.	September 26- October 2 \| General Luna, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte
NUANG FESTIVAL The local government unit of San Agustin highlights the more than 500 water buffalos of the town with a buffalo parade, milking contest, buffalo race and other games in cooperation with the research and outreach office of Isabela State University	September 26 28 \| San Agustin, Isabela
SURIGAO INTERNATIONAL SURFING CUP The biggest event in the Philippines with top national and international surfing competition for the $20,000 prize money.	September 26- September 30 \| General Luna, Surigao del Norte
KASADYA STREET DANCE Street dancing competition in honor of St. Michael Archangel	September 27 \| Anahaw Amphi-Theater
BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF GEN. MIGUEL MALVAR A commemorative celebrative of birth anniversary of the last general to surrender to the Americans.	September 27 \| Capitol Site,Batangas City
ANIHAN FESTIVAL The festival is a rendezvous of the people of Lobo represented by the barangays that showcase products being produced in their barangays.	September 27 \| Lobo, Batangas
WORLD TOURISM DAY – CAR REGION Annual celebration recognizing the contribution of the tourism industry	September 27 \| CAR Region

OCTOBER

Festival name	Date and Location

KAWASAN FESTIVAL KA akohang WAlay Sukod Alang sa Nasud or KAWASAN was a sustainable eco-tourism development cum nature conservation and social development program.	October 00 \| Matutinao, Badian, Cebu
IMPAKABSAT Trade exhibit showcasing the Cordillera’s crafts, special skills, resources, and attractions	October 00 \| Manila
HOLY MONTH OF RAMADHAN Start of the month-long fasting of Muslims, Ramadhan as one of the pillars of Islam’’s Religous and Cultural Activities.	October 00- November 00 \| (date movable) Regionwide
EID’L FITR A worldwide festival celebrating the end of one-month fasting period of the holy month of Ramadhan by the Muslims which includes our Muslim brothers in Region XII. Activities includes mobile “Takbir”, Quran Reading, Fireworks Display, PAGANA and Food Giving.	October 00- November 00 \| (date movable) Regionwide
WOW DABAW A major promotional activity showcasing the various tourist destinations/products of the Davao region.	October 1- October 15 \| Davao City
LA NAVAL FESTIVAL A celebration in honor of the Nuestra SeÃ±ora del Santisimo Rosario.	October \| Nationwide
FIESTANG KULIAT A month-long celebration of the twin fiestas of Angeles City, namely La Naval and Fiestang Apu.	October \| Angeles City
LANZONES FESTIVAL OF TALISAY CITY A thanksgiving celebration of Brgy. Conception, City of Talisay, the home of sweet lanzones, rambutan, mangosteen and durian.	October 1 \| Talisay City, Negros Occidental
AMIHAN FESTIVAL Annual fiesta of Brgy. Zone 5.	October 1- October 2 \| Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
KAWAYAN FESTIVAL The festival will represent Gloria in the Tourism industry. The festivity symbolizes bayanihan, cooperation, oneness, flexibility of the mind and spirit and versatility. The festivity was singled out as most promising.	October 1 \| Gloria, Mindoro Oriental
ZAMBOANGA HERMOSA FESTIVAL 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.	October 1- October 12 \| Zamboanga City
MASSKARA FESTIVAL & BACOLOD CHARTER DAY CELEBRATION 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.	October 1- October 22 \| Bacolod City
PISTA NG GUBAT This event is an annual celebration of the biodiversity of Northwest Panay in the hope of increasing awareness and conservation in the Peninsula.	October 1 \| Pandan, Antique
KINILAW FESTIVAL 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.	October 2 \| Surigao City
BUTUAN-CHINA TRADE MISSION Commemoration of the first Butuan-China Trade Mission	October 3 \| Butuan City
PAGODA (FEAST OF ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISSI) An annual procession to ask the Lord Almighty for a bountiful and blessed lake through the intercession of St. Francis of Assisi.	October 4 \| Cardona, Rizal
SINANGGIYAW FESTIVAL 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	October 4 \| Dumanju, Cebu
KIDAPAWAN CITY FRUIT FESTIVAL 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	October 5- October 10 \| Kidapawan City
LA TORRE The traditional and colorful La Torre will come alive with its joyful poise in concert with the music of the brass bands.	October 6 \| Cardona, Rizal
MAMBULAWAN FESTIVAL Held during the Feast day of the town’s Patron Saint, Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, the festival showcase its major industry “ the gold mining and likewise promoted its various tourism potentials. Main feature is the Street Presentation.	October 6 7 \| Jose Panganiban, Cam. Norte
SIRONG FESTIVAL A fiesta celebration in honor of the Holy Rosary highlighted by street dancing competition, drum and bugle contest, beauty contest and agro-industrial fair.	October 7 8 \| Bacuag, Surigao del Norte
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF THE HOLY ROSARY Dipolog City fiesta highlighted with religious and cultural shows.	October 7 \| Dipolog City
SIARGAO INTERNATIONAL HUMAN BODY BOARDERS SURFING CHALLENGE A new water sports event in the ountry participated by international body boarders. This is a world series event organize by the International Bodyboarders Association.	October 7- October 20 \| General Luna, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte
IBALONG FESTIVAL (EPIC TALE OF SUPERHEROES) A festival depicting Bicol’s early beginning as portrayed by the characteristics in the epic entitled- IBALONG.	October 8- October 14 \| Legazpi City, Albay
LUBI-LUBI FESTIVAL A festival showing various uses of the coconut tree and its by products through dances and street revelry.	October 8 \| Glan, Sarangani Province
PROVINCIAL EXPO Display and exhibition of agricultural and industrial products, ornamental and bonsai plants; travel and tourism products, product demos, arts exhibits, etc.	October 8 14 \| Kidapawan City
LA NAVAL FIESTA In commemoration of the Virgin of the Holy Rosary whose intercession saw the victory of the Spanich felt over the Dutch invaders.	October 8 \| Angeles City
MT. APO OCTOTREK Trek to the country’s highest peak is held during semestral break, mostly students participate in this annual trek.	October 8 14 \| Kidapawan City, Magpet and Makilala
BAGLUS FESTIVAL Wide parade is participated in by representative by the different sector of Angeles City	October 9 \| Angeles City
FEAST OF SAN DIONISIO A religious celebration wherein the Komedya or Moro-Moro is stage-played that brings added color to the feast	October 9 \| Brgy. San Dionisio, ParaÃ±aque City
PARAU FESTIVAL A festival showcasing the culture and heritage of Pilar.	October 9 \| Pilar, Sorsogon
TINGâ-UDO FESTIVAL (FRUIT HARVEST) A celebration of bountiful fruit harvest highlighted by a fruit festival	October 10 \| Makilala, Cotabato
KAADLAWAN IRAYA Also dabbed as Araw ng Katutubo, a cultural sensitivity festival organized by the local government of which the goal is to make developments based on eco-tourism projects with emphasis to preservation of the town’s cultural and historical assets.	October 12 \| Puerto Galera, Mindoro Oriental
LA NAVAL FESTIVAL A religious celebration in honor of the Nuestra Señora del Santisimo Rosario marked by a Holy mass.	October 12 \| Quezon City
KAPAKYANAN FESTIVAL Kapakyanan (Abundance) Festival focuses on the bounteous harvest of fruits and crops.	October 14- October 15 \| Victoria, Mindoro Oriental
INASAL FESTIVAL A showcase of the city’s historical heritage and identity promoting the city as an aqua and tourist hub	October 14 15 \| Talisay City, Cebu
BAGIUS FESTIVAL Part of the month long Fiestang Kuliat celebration, this city-wide parade is participated in by representative by the different sector of Angeles City.	October 14 \| Historical District of Angeles
INUG-OG FESTIVAL Ethnic dances featuring the Subanon rituals.	October 14 \| Oroquieta City
MT. CANDALAGA OCTOTREK A trek to Mt. Candalaga, one of the region’s highest peak and site of the National Mountaineering Federation of the Philippine National Congress in 1998.	October 15 21 \| Maragusan, Compostela Valley Province
HALAD FESTIVAL 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.	October 15 \| Talisay City, Cebu
PAMUGU-AN FESTIVAL A festive reunion of different Mangyan tribes	October 15 21 \| Mansalay, Mindoro Oriental
KASANGGAYAHAN FESTIVAL (PROSPERITY) It is a joyous celebration held primarily to commemorate the Foundation Anniversary of Sorsogon.	October 15- October 25 \| Sorsogon, Sorsogon
SAGINGAN FESTIVAL A celebration of thanksgiving and bounty featuring the banana.	October 16 17 \| Tubod, Lanao del Norte
CIMARRONES FESTIVAL A festival highlighted by grand street presentation depicting the local culture and history of Cimarrones believed to be the early inhabitants of Pili. Other activities include: beauty pageant, Kawat Suanoy, Cultural Night, Fiesta celebration, etc.	October 16- October 26 \| Pili, Cam. Sur
ANA KALANG FESTIVAL (AGRI FAIR) A roster-full of activities highlighting an agri-fair that exhibits the town’’s bountiful harvest.	October 18- October 22 \| Nagcarlan, Laguna
LANZONES FESTIVAL A street dancing extravaganza featuring Camiguin’’s favorite fruit – the Lanzones.	October 18 22 \| Camiguin
LEYTE GULF LANDING ANNIVERSARY Commemorative program and parade marking the anniversary of the landing in Leyte of the Allied Forces of Liberation	October 20 \| Dulag and Palo, Leyte
CATANDUNGAN “PADAYAW” FESTIVAL 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.	October 22- October 24 \| Catanduanes
BUGLASAN FESTIVAL 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.	October 22 \| Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental
LISAGAN FESTIVAL A religious celebration showcasing Mamanwa dances and healing rituals.	October 22 31 \| Magallanes, Agusan del Norte
DAWITODAWIT TA BUAHAN A prelude ritual to the Lanzones Festival participated by different folks in the barangays done during twilight at the Guijob Church ruins.	October 24 \| Brgy. Bonbon, Catarman, Camiguin
PMA FOUNDATION ANNIVERSARY Alumni homecoming of the country’’s premier Military school	October 24 \| Baguio City
BATTLE OF SURIGAO STRAIT Commemoration of the anniversary of the battle of Surigao Strait during World War II.	October 25 \| Surigao City, Surigao del Norte
BANAYAN FESTIVAL A thanksgiving celebration giving tribute to the town’s main product.	October 26- October 28 \| Banaybanay, Davao Oriental
ULLALIM FESTIVAL A cultural celebration featuring Kalinga’s songs chants, music and arts & crafts.	October 27 \| Tabuk, Kalinga
APO FIESTA 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.	October 27 \| Angeles City
TIGTIGAN AT TERAKAN KENG DALAN The celebration of Fiestang Kuliat culminates with the ever popular TIGITIGAN, TERAKAN KENG DALAN which features singing and dancing in the street.	October 27 28 \| Balibago, Angeles City
ASWANG FESTIVAL 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.	October 29- October 30 \| Roxas City
SALUDAN FESTIVAL A dialect used for the crude method of threshing rice, catching fingerlings through nets, saludan is one of Iloilo’s emerging festivals.	October 29- October 31 \| Tigbauan, Iloilo
CRY OF JELICUON FESTIVAL The Cry of Jelicuon commemorates the historic undertaking of our Ilonggo revolucionarios, led by Gen. Martin Delgado and his company of voluntaries who swore the price of their lives to revolt against the Spanish government	October 29- October 31 \| New Lucena, Iloilo
HINUGYAW SA ANILAO This is a celebration of the separation of Anilao from Banate, which also features various sports and cultural activities.	October 31 \| Anilao, Iloilo

source: www.wowphilippines.com.ph

Eric says:

September 1, 2010 at 11:10 pm

Once again, a complete listing with great descriptions.

I have written about the AliWan Fiesta held annually in Manila here:

http://trifter.com/asia-pacific/philippines/aliwan-fiesta-2010-a-colorful-success-building-an-even-brighter-future/

thanks for considering,

Eric

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