BANANA FESTIVAL
April
1- April 5 | La Castellana, Negros Occidental
A harvest festival that opens on the first day of April, showcasing
the different varieties of banana which is abundant in the municipality.
KESONG PUTI FESTIVAL
April 1- April 9 | Sta Cruz, Laguna
Different activities lined up in this celebration that include
trade fair, food festival, cultural shows, street dancing, painting
contest, beauty pageant and with highlight on the kesongputi,
made from carabao milk, fermented and wrapped in banana leaves.
PANAAD HALAD KAY SAN VICENTE FERRER FESTIVAL
April 1- April 9 | Leganes, Iloilo
The miraculous healing of San Vicente Ferrer through palapak
or the act of setting the image to ones head, have gathered
devotees from all over the region.
FIESTA PASIKLAB
April 1- May 31 | Commonwealth Ave., Diliman, Quezon City
It is a multi-lateral Trade Exposition highlighting 12 renowned
provincial festivals: Ati-Atihan of Aklan, Higantes of Angono,
Iloilo''s Dinagyang Festival, Lucban''s Pahiyas, Davao''s Kadayawan,
Ilocos Sur''s Viva Vigan, Bacolod''s Masskara, Zamboanga''s Hermosa,
Naga''s Peñafrancia, Batangas'' Parada ng Lechon, Tacloban''s
Pintados, and Cebu''s Sinulog.
HUMAN
CANVAS BODY PAINTING COMPETITION
April
01 | SM Megamall, Building B, Open Parking Space C, Mandaluyong
City
It is a competition that aims to open the minds of Filipinos
to a whole new perpective on body art through body art works
sporting the theme: FESTIVALS OF THE ISLANDS promoting the many
beautiful and exciting places our country has to offer. It hopes
to make Filipinos realize that this kind of art is not pornography
but a new and exciting art form.
SUROY
TA
April
1- May 31 | Davao City
Initiated by the City Tourism Office, this activity offers affordable
tours around Davao City.
ENCHANTED
KINGDOM ANNIVERSARY FIREWORKS COMPETITION
April
1- May 31 | Enchanted Kingdom, Laguna
The competition is an annual tradition that features the best
fireworks suppliers in a contest to out-do each other in presenting
supreme-quality pyrotechnics. EK is celebrating 10 years of providing
magic and enchantment to the public. As a treat to their patrons,
guests to the park will witness at least 4 fireworks presentations
for all weekend of April and May.
LILIW GAT TAYAW FOOTWEAR FESTIVAL
April
3- April 7 | Liliw, Laguna
A colorful event highlighted by a parade of floats featuring
the agricultural and industrial products of Liliw.
PANA-AD SA NEGROS (GRAND CELEBRATION)
April 3 - 9 | Bacolod City, Negros Occidental
Is the "festival of all festivals" in the province.
It is a week-long summer event that brings together the towns
and cities in Negros Occidental in one big showcase of handicrafts,
products, tourism attractions, and local festivals. Festivities
include trade and food fairs, garden show, golf tournament, singing
and songwriting competitions, beauty pageant, and a fiesta presentation
featuring the festival of each town and city in a colorful and
jubilant presentation at the Pana-ad Park and Stadium
MALIBAY
CENACULO
April
6- April 16 | Tanghalang Malibay, Malibay Plaza, Pasay City
A 10-day activity commencing with daily performances of particular
scenes from the Bible stories. Different scenes are to be performed
by Cenaculistas of Pasay.
ALLAW
TA APO SANDAWA (TRIBES HONOR MT. APO)
April 7 | Kidapawan City, North Cotabato
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.
MT. HAMIGUITAN
JOURNEY
April 08 - 12 | La Unino, San Isidro, Davao Oriental
A trek to Mt. Hamiguitan where one finds the 600 hectares Bonsai
Field or the so called "Pgymy Forest".
KA-ANGKAN
April 8 | Marikina City, Metro Manila
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 monikers, i.e.
Angkan ng Bangus, Kamote, Hilot, etc
GEMS OF
THE PHILIPPINES (YAMAN NG PILIPINAS)
April
08 | Maharlika Hall of Casino Filipino, Parañaque City
A dinner/cultural show presented by the Asian Gem Tourism Foundation,
Inc. in cooperation with DOT and PAGCOR. It is an authentic cultural
extravaganza showcasing the rich heritage of Filipino culture,
fashion, traditions and festivities through dances, music and
songs.
NATIONAL
INVITATIONAL SKIMBOARDING COMPETITION
April
8- April 9 | Misamis Oriental
A showcase of skills, courage and agility of skimboarders coming
from various parts of the country.
ARAW NG
KAGITINGAN
April
9 | Mt Samat, Bataan
The fall of Bataan is commemorated every year. Top government
officials, Japanese and American WW II veterans including their
Filipino counterparts and visitors go to Mt. Samat to participate
at the annual rites held to honor the bravery of the soldiers
who fought for the defense of Bataan.
PORMA
BALAS
April 9 | Iloilo City
Sand sculpture competition organized by Rotaract.
TATUSAN
FESTIVAL
April
9- April 15 | Caluya, Antique
An annual Agro-Industrial exposition which includes Ati-Atihan
mardigras, Search for Binibining Caluya
MORIONES FESTIVAL
April 10- April 16 | Marinduque
A festival of the moriones, colorfuly garbed and masked soldiers
and centurions; culminates in the reenactment of the beheading
of Longinus. The entire towns of Boac, Mogpog and Gasan are virtually
converted into huge stages as the story of Longinus unfolds.
SEMANA SANTA AT IGUIG CALVARY HILLS
April 10- April 15 | Iguig, Cagayan
Traditional presentation of the passion and death of Christ on
an 11 hectare rolling terrain of the larger than life size 14
Stations of the Cross.
SENAKULO / HOLY WEEK RITUALS & PROCESSIONS
April 10- April 15 | Nationwide
A nationwide celebration of Lenten Season
SEMANA SANTA SA BIKOL
April 10- April 15 | Calabanga, Camarines Sur
A week-long observance of Bicolanos unique religiosity and a
pilgrimage to "Amang Hinulid"
SEMANA SANTA (DIPOLOG CITY)
April 10- April 15 | Dapitan City
Experience spiritual cleansing through sacrifices, i.e. religious
rites (reenactment Passion of Jesus) at St. James the Greater
Church, procession alongside life-size images of saints on carriages
on selected city streets.
SEMANA SANTA AT BALINTOKATOK LA SALETTE SHRINE
April 10- April 15 | Santiago City
Traditional presentation of the passion and death of Christ on
a hill and ends at the top where a chapel stands.
LENTEN WEEK/ PAGPAPAKO
April 10- April 15 | Baler and Casiguran, Aurora
Highlighted in every Good Friday at a hilltop of Ermita hill
Pagpapako celebration. Simultaneous at poblacion
procession of different patron saints.
CENAKULO (CAINTA, RIZAL)
April 10- April 15 | Cainta, Rizal
Passion plays called cenaculo are held in various places sll
over the Philippines during Holy Week. However in Cainta, Rizal,
people take to the streets to witness passion plays participated
in by the town folks.
LENTEN OBSERVANCE (SAN PABLO CITY)
April 10- April 15 | Sn Pablo City, Laguna
An impressive array of centuries old religious images owned by
Don Escudero. These images are borne by their silver carrozas
as an expression of faith of the citizens of San Pablo.
BUHING KALBARYO
April 10- April 15 | Cebu City, Cebu
During the Lenten season, the Buhing Kalbaryo Foundation Inc.
will have Lenten presentations
SEMANA SANTA AT SILAY CITY
April 10- April 16 | 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.
KATKAT SAKRIPISYO SA 3003 STEPS
April 13- April 14 | Dipolog City
A mountain climbing/trekking activity and via cruces participated
in by the Catholic community of Zamboanga del Norte and the neighboring
municipalities.
AGOO SEMANA SANTA
April 13- April 14 | Agoo, La Union
The Holy week celebration, particularly Good Friday, is a display
of devoutness and traditional pomp.
BANCATHON
SA MAGNAGA
April
13 | Pantukan, Comval
An annual motorized banca race among fisherman of the region
within waters of Magnaga offering huge cash prizes
CONQUER
MT. APO
April
13 - 20 | Mt. Apo, Davao City
An annual sumer climb to Mt. Apo, the country's highest peak.
PANAAD
April 13- April 14 | Camiguin
A yearly trek of devotees coming from the neighboring municipalities,
cities and provinces in Visayas and Mindanao to Camiguins
walkway considered the Regions famous Holy Week site
PASKO SA KASAKIT (SEMANA SANTA SA BANTAYAN)
April 14 | Bantayan, Cebu
A unique mixture of solemn religious rites and local celebration
in Bantayan Island where friends of the residents and tourists
experience the scenic rites and cool off the summer heat in beautiful
white sandy beaches.
PAGTALTAL SA GUIMARAS
April 14 | Jordan, Guimaras
Lenten Presentation on the hillside of Jordan with locals as
actors. This ala-Oberrammergau Passion Play has been attracting
locals and tourists whose visit usually culminates in the trek
to Balaan Bukid.
SENAKULO
April 14 | Paracale, Cam. Norte
A Lenten presentation reenacting the Passion of Christ. Lenten
observance include Visita Iglesias or altar visitations and processions.
PASA-PASA FESTIVAL
April 14- April 18 | Monreal, Masbate
A premier summer festivity dedicated to the beautiful presence
of Manta Rays in the locality.
CUTUD LENTEN RITES
April 14 | San Pedro Cutud, San Fernando, Pampanga
A re-enactment of Christ''s passion and death.
PAMALANDONG HA PALO
April 14 | Palo, Leyte
Dramatic re-enactment of Christ''s sufferings on the cross.
ANG HATOL . . . .(THE WAY OF THE CROSS)
April 14 | Cainta, Rizal
A stage presentation that highlighted the judgement of Jesus
Christ
GIWANG-GIWANG
April 14 | Binangonan, Rizal
It is a play executed every Good Friday by replaying the funeral
of Jesus Christ through a procession. Due to the influx of tourists,
devotes and other people trying to touch the Sepulkro,
it sways, hence, Giwang-giwang. People searching for an amulet
or anting-anting to join this religious activity.
LIVE VIA CRUCIS
April 14 | Brgy. Bo Obrero, La Paz, Iloilo City
14 Stations of the Cross locally known as the Kapiya is set up
along the main road of the barangay
ANG PAGTALTAL
April 14 | Cadiz City, Negros Occidental
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
LIVE STATIONS OF THE CROSS AT SAN CARLOS CITY
April 14 | San Carlos City, Negros Occidental
A live reenactment of the 14 Stations of the Cross along the
main thoroughfares of the city.
CUARESMA
April 14 | San Jose, Antique
The center celebration is replete with theater practice: from
Domingo de Ramos (Palm Sunday) to Paskwa kang Pagkabanhaw (Easter
Sunday). It is a one week theatrical events where there is a
street pageantry where the dramatic persons are composed of antiquated
life-sized images of saints on pasos decorated with flower.
PAGTALTAL IN BAROTAC VIEJO
April 14 | Barotac Viejo, Iloilo
A yearly depiction of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
KALBARYO
April 14 | San Vicente Ferrer Parish Bgy. La Granja, La Carlota
City
Live re-enactment of the 7 last words held on Good Friday at
the Hills of Bgy. La Granja. The Kalbaryo, being a community
based and multi-sectoral theatrical showcase makes a total distinction
in translating the promise of Christs most liberating resurrection.
PAGHUKOM
April 14 | Calinog, Iloilo
Lenten presentation depicting the judgment, crucifixion, death
and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
KAPIYA DISPLAY AND PASYON SINGING CONTEST
April 14 | Santa Barbara, Iloilo
A Kapiya or tableau of the 14 Stations of the Cross is set-up
in strategic places all over the town where the procession would
pass through. This tableau would either be composed of human
characters or art works. On Good Friday, people would go around
the town to witness the judging of the most unique and beautiful
Kapiya along with the most authentic Pasyon (Passions of Christ)
Singing.
PAHIMIS FESTIVAL
April 15 | Amadeo, Cavite
A Festival that revives the coffee industry
LENTEN FESTIVAL OF HERBAL PREPARATION
April 15 | San Antonio, Siquijor
A time when herbalists from all over Visayas and Mindanao participate
in a ritual known as "Tang-Alap".
TORUGPO
April 15 | Carigara, Leyte
Carabao and horse fights.
SALUBONG
(ANGONO, RIZAL)
April 15- April 16 | Angono, Rizal
Black Saturday is highlighted by 3-hour presentation of Vigilia
na Muling Pagkabuhay at the patio of the church. On Easter
Sunday, a celebration is held of the reunion of the Risen Christ
with Virgin Mary is reenacted. It is facilitated by young girl
inside an inverted giant paper flower suspended the removal of
the mourning veil from Marys head by a from bamboo trellis.
The petals are mechanically opened by giant toy birds to reveal
the girl inside. It is then followed by a religious dancing of
young ladies called Kapitana and Tenyenta,
to the tune of Bati.
KADAGATAN
FESTIVAL
April 15 | Bacacay, Albay
A boat race of outriggered sea crafts powered manually, while
Palayag is another boat race with sails.
TAMPISAW
FESTIVAL (EARTH DAY CELEBRATION)
April 16- April 22 | Concepcion, Iloilo
The festival is an annual 3-day festivity to commemorate the
Earth Day Celebration
SUNDUAN HA CARIGARA
April 16 | Carigara, Leyte
Cultural/social activities and float parade held on Easter Sunday.
SUNDUAN
April 16 | Pasig City, Metro Manila
A colorful procession of 2 barangays which hold their respective
fiestas every other year, sharing one patron saint - Sta. Rosa
de Lima. The image is fetched by the celebrating barangay from
the other barangay.
HALADAYA FESTIVAL
April 16- April 23 | Daan Bantayan, Cebu
Is celebrated every Easter Sunday and ends with a streetdancing
on the seventh day after Easter. Haladaya means "Halad kang
Datu Daya", the leader of the first Malayan settlers in
Daan Bantayan.
2ND NATIONAL
SKIM BOARDING COMPETITION
April 16- April 19 | Tanauan, Leyte
Calling all skim boarding aficionados!
MANOK
NI SAN PEDRO FESTIVAL
April 16 | San Pedro, Laguna
Grand parade of various and colorful floats participated in by
both government and private sectors while the tribal groups aggressively
partakes on street dancing with numerous tribal participants
lined-up alternately with floats.
SUGAT
April 16 | San Carlos, Negros Occ.
A religious procession that depicts the meeting of the resurrected
Jesus Christ and His mother, the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is usually
celebrated every dawn of Easter Sunday.
HUDAS-HUDAS
April 16 | San Jose, Antique
Initiated by the Aglipayan Church since the seventies. The people
gather in the town plaza to hang Judas and burned the effigy
done on Black Saturday. In this spectacle, the people are reminded
of Judas treachery and they all participate in executing
him.
SALUBONG (EASTER VIGIL) AND PASKO NG PAGKABUHAY (FEAST OF
THE RESURRECTION
April 16 | Barangay San Dionisio, Parañaque City
The Easter festivity unfolds at dawn around five oclock
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 Virgins black veil of grief and mourning
with a white one as the Osana, a hymn of praise and adoration
endemic to Parañaque, is sung.
SALUBONG (HOLY CROSS FESTIVAL)
April 16 | Alitagtag and Bauan, Batangas
A festive celebration of meeting the Holy Cross of Bauan and
Holy cross of Alitagtag and Binuhalan shrine at 8:00 am.
SINABALU FESTIVAL
April 16- April 30 | Rizal, Cagayan
Celebrates the town fiesta of Rizal highlighting the Malaweg
ancestry and cooking of glutinous rice on bamboos; showcasing
the culture in songs and dances.
TANDUYONG FESTIVAL
April 17 | San Jose City, Bulacan
A parade to give thanks for a good harvest participated by various
barangays and establishments in colorful costumes and instead
of marching, dance in the street.
OBANDO FERTILITY RITES
April 17- April 19 | Obando, Bulacan
Childless couples, praying that they bear children, do the "fertility
dance" on the streets of Obando. The fiesta is observed
in honor of Sta. Clara, San Pascual and Virgen de Salambao.
BINONGEY FESTIVAL
April 17 | Anda, Pangasinan
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.
TUNGOH AD HUNGDUAN
April 18 - 24 | Hungduan, Ifugao
A cultural fiesta of the Ifugaos of Hungduan which features ethnic
games, rituals, arts and crafts-oriented activities.
FEAST
OF SAINT SALOME
April
19- April 20 | Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
Annual Fiesta of Barangay Zone 1A
MAPANDAN
PANDAN FESTIVAL
April 19 | Mapandan, Pangasinan
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.
TUGBÛNG FESTIVAL
April 20- April 25 | Pandan, Antique
The festival simply connotes a large gathering of communities
coming from different parts of the town mainly from the barangays.
COCOWAYAN FESTIVAL
April 20 25 | Isabela City
Beauty pageant, street dances and trade fair of coconut and bamboo
products which abound in Isabela, characterize this festival.
BANKARERA
April
21 | Penablanca, Cagayan
Boat rowing race at the clear waters of the Pinacanuan River
within the Callao Caves Tourist Zone
KINULOB FESTIVAL
April
21- April 25 | Mabini, Batangas
Kinulob Festival gives recognition to the local native chicken
raisers. Kinulob is one way of cooking the whole chicken with
unique presentation. Street dance competition, mini band exhibition,
cultural presentation and Mutya ng Mabini pageant are some of
the highlights of the festival.
BANGKARERA
(Boat-rowing race)
April
21 | Penablanca, Cagayan
A boat-rowing race on the waters of scenic Pinacanauan River.
SANDUGUAN
FESTIVAL
April 21- April 27 | Calapan, Mindoro Oriental
Reviving the barter trade between the Mait native and the Chinese
traders. This weeklong festivity features agro-trade, historical
parade, reenactment of the barter trading and Indakan sa Sanduguan
(a street dancing competition).
GOTAD AD HINGYON
April
21- April 24 | Hingyon Municipality, Ifugao
Ethnic thanksgiving with cultural fair by Ifugaos in Hingyon.
KADAUGAN
SA MACTAN FESTIVAL
April 22 - 27 | Bgy. Mactan, Lapu-Lapi City, Cebu
A week-long commemoration of the historic battle of Mactan between
the Spanish Conquistador Fernando Magallanes and Mactan Chieftain
Lapu-Lapu.
HINUGYAW FESTIVAL
April
22- April 30 | Hinigaran, Negros Occidental
An annual town fiesta dubbed as Hinugyaw to commemorate
the blessed event, Hinugyaw a local dialect that
means rejoice/revelry
PASALAMAT FESTIVAL
April 23- April 24 | Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
Annual fiesta of Barangay Zone 2
AKLAN PIÑA FIBER FESTIVAL
April 23- April 30 | Kalibo, Aklan
The festival will showcase their products with world-class craftsmanship
and ingenuity utilizing abaca, piña, raffia . . ..
BAGGAK
FESTIVAL
April
23 30 | Bauang, La Union
Inland and coastal sports, beauty contest, musical extravaganzas
and activities for balikbayans.
GOTAD
AD HINGYON
April
23- April 25 | Hingyon Municipality, Ifugao
Ethnic thanksgiving with cultural fair by Ifugaos in Hingyon.
PINAKBET FESTIVAL
April 23 | Sta. Maria, Ilocos Sur
A festival celebrating a favorite dish of the Ilocanos, pinakbet
featuring street dances, cooking competitions
BUTANDING FESTIVAL
April 23 - 30 | Donsol, Sorsogon
A festival which users the Butanding (whaleshark)
season and a thanksgiving for its blessings to the people of
Donsol. The festival is highlighted by a street parade.
CANGMATING SIBULAN, NEGROS ORIENTAL
April 24- April 30 | Yagyag Festival
Yagyag is the vernacular for spawning, to lay eggs or spread,
propagate and grow. The process refers in particular to the crabs
and other marine creatures that gather during the months of October
to December in Sapa, one of two springs found in Barangay Cangmating
of Sibulan.
BAHAG-HARI FESTIVAL
April 24 | Pinamalayan, Mindoro Oriental
A colorful celebration highlighted by street dancing, a parade
of float and a different Moriones Festival.
KAROSAHAN FESTIVAL
April 24 | Nueva Valencia, Guimaras
This is a proud tradition where beautiful maidens compete for
attention with the gaily-decorated Karosas with their load of
goodies.
PAGBANA-AG FESTIVAL
April 24 | Hinoba-an, Negros Occidental
Hinoba-an was founded in the year 1999. Hinoba-an got its festival
name pagbanaag, because people enjoy non-stop disco
dancing and merry making from wee hours of the morning, from
dusk till dawn
LAGONOY KADAHOMAN FESTIVAL
April 24- May 1 | Lagonoy, Camarines Sur
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
HIMAYA-AN FESTIVAL
April 25 | Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental
The festival is one grand fiesta celebration of the city
AKLAN
DAY CELEBRATION
April 25 | Aklan
An annual celebration commemorating the province''s founding
anniversary when it formally declared independence for its mother
province of Capiz on April 25, 1958.
PANAGAT "FISH" TIVAL
April 25 | Estancia, Iloilo
This is a tribute to fishermen of Estancia. It is a celebration
that calls for ultimate cooperation and soul of "Bayanihan"
among their neighboring town.
THE SABUTAN
FESTIVAL AND MINI-TRADE FAIR
April 25- April 29 | Mabitac, Mindoro Oriental
Exhibit of different products mainly from Sabutan.
PISTA
SA KINAIYAHAN
April
25- April 30 | Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur
A tree-planting activity done at the foot of Mt. Apo and clean-up
program at the peak.
KUTSITSA FESTIVAL
April 26 | Molave, Zamboanga del Sur
This is a thanksgiving event for a bountiful harvest, with festivities
like street dancing competition and agri-trade fair.
AWESOME
DIVES PHILIPPINES: AN ADVENTURE LIFESTYLE
April 26- April 28 | Glorietta Activity Center, Makati City
The 1st Dive Show in the Philippines
MANGO-BAMBOO
FESTIVAL AND TRADE FAIR
April 27- April 28 | San Carlos, Pangasinan
A festival promoting San Carlos City as major trading center
of bamboo based products/furniture and best producer of "carabao"
mangoes and other mango variety in the country.
KAFAGWAY
April
27 | Baguio City
A commemorative event reliving the liberation of Baguio City
from the control of Japanese Forces through a moving pageant
along Session Road
BINIRAYAN
FESTIVAL
April
27- April 29 | San Jose, Antique
Celebrated annually to commemorate the landing of the ten Bornean
datus and made their first settlement in the country
SAKNUNGAN FESTIVAL
April 27- April 30 | San Jose, Mindoro Occidental
Festival incorporating the exhibition of the cultural heritage
of Mindoros ethnic communities.
TINAPAHAN
FESTIVAL
April 29- May 1 | Lemery, Batangas
A 3-day festivities that will showcase a trade fair of agro-industrial
products, lectures on livestock raising and food processing as
well as food demo competition
IMBAYAH
April 29- May 1 | Banaue, Ifugao
Ethnic Sports Festival and thanksgiving rites featuring Ifugao''s
traditional practices showcased in their songs, dances, arts
& crafts
PISTAY DAYAT (THANKSGIVING)
April 29- May 1 | Lingayen, Pangasinan
Thanksgiving festival for the year''s bountiful harvest from
the sea celebrated every 1st of May.
ANTIPOLO
PILGRIMAGE
April
30- May 1 | Antipolo, Rizal
Every May, many pilgrims are seen taking the mudtrodden path
leading to Antipolo. It is in this small town that one can find
the religious shrine of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage, popularly
known as the Virgin of Antipolo.
PASALAMAT FESTIVAL
April 30 | La Carlota City, Negros Occidental
It is a harvest thanksgiving celebration by the people of La
Carlota City.
BANGUS FESTIVAL
April 30 | Dagupan City, Pangasinan
Part of Dagupans Pistay Dayat celebration with the highlight
of longest bangus grill covering more than 1,000 meters of the
whole stretch of the main road
TIRINGBANAY FESTIVAL
April 30- May 1 | San Jose, Antique
Simply means reunion. Every year people of San Jose
celebrate Tiringbanay Festival just to go home to their families
and friends and celebrate
EL LEVANTAMIENTO DE LOS OCHENTA Y DOS DE LILOAN
April 30 | Malinao, Aklan
Celebration in commemoration of the heroes who fought during
World War II
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SINAOT FESTIVAL
May 1
| President Roxas, Capiz
A cultural and fiesta celebration.
SANTACRUZAN
May 1- May 31 | Sta. Cruz, Arevalo, Iloilo City
Features Flores de Mayo, 4 grand processions and a contest of
massive arches.
BOA-BOAHAN FESTIVAL
May 1 | Nabua, Cam. Sur
A colorful cultural festival of pagan origin. Derived from the
dialect, alinsangan, a word that describes the characteristics
of the people living in the early settlements
MAY ILAOUD FESTIVAL
May 1 | Milaor, Cam. Sur
A summer festival to commemorate the Foundation Anniversary and
Feast Day of St. Joseph the Worker.
TANGYAN FESTIVAL
May 1- May 7 | Igbaras, Iloilo
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.
PARADE OF PANGASINAN FESTIVALS
May 1 | Lingayen, Pangasinan
Street dancing competition includes "Lipad Saya" kite
flying competition.
TUBONG-TUBONG FESTIVAL
May 1- May 7 | Tubungan, Iloilo
Marking this festive occasion is the tribe competition participated
in by schools and barangays by councilor district
FEAST OF VIRGEN NUESTRA SEÑORA DELA PAZ Y BUEN VIAJE
May 1- May 2 | Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
Annual Fiesta of Barangay Patic
FLORES DE MAYO / SANTACRUZAN
May | Nationwide
A parade of the town's loveliest ladies depicting the search
and discovery of Christ's Cross by Queen Helena and Constantine.
DAVAO
GULF REGATTA
May 01 - 04 | Davao Oriental
A regionwide
float parade representing all municipalities along the gulf,
converge in one place featuring decorated bancas and vintas of
different designs for competition.
MAGAYON FESTIVAL (HONORING MT. MAYON)
May 1-
May 31 | Albay
A festival in the merry month of May, showcasing Albay as it
comes to age, its cultural heritage, trade, travel and tourism
beyond Majestic Mount Mayon. The festival includes various activity
such as beauty pageant, photo/art exhibit, street parade, trade
fair, sports fest, guided tours, etc.
VIVA VIGAN FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
May 1- May 8 | Vigan, Ilocos Sur
A festival in a setting replete with history, heritage and cultural
treasures and reminiscences.
PISTA
NG PRODUKTONG PILIPINO
May 01 | Boardwalk Beach Resort (Subic, Olongapo City)
Pista ng Produktong Pilipino Manufacturers & Exporters Association,
Inc. (PPPMEA) together with ATMACS/Events On Line in cooperation
with SBMA,
BAWANG (GARLIC) FESTIVAL
May 1-
May 3 | Sinait, Ilocos Sur
Competitions and exhibits include biggest garlic, longest and
most creative twined garlic bulbs.
DAYAW DALAN FESTIVAL
May 1- May 3 | San Jacinto, Ticao
Dayaw is an old Tigaonon term which means to show off,
parade or display. In its strictest meaning, dayaw is to
present with pride what is distinctly and essentially inherent
in a person. Dalan on the other hand, means in olden times, a
mountain trail which now includes path, street and highway. Dayaw
Dalan Festival symbolizes the best of what the municipality of
San Jacinto have as a town and as a people. The festival is held
in honor of its patron saint, Santo Cristo de Burgos.
UGYONAN
FESTIVAL
May 1 | E. B. Magalona, Negros Occidental
It is celebrated every May 1 of the year also known as cooperation
was taken from the idea of labor which is celebrated
on the same day the festival is celebrated through sports competitions,
street dancing . . .
HANTIKAN FESTIVAL
May 1- May 7 | Hamtic, Antique
Celebrated to pay tribute to the evolution from where the Province
of Antique derived its name. Hantique as the Spaniards
SUMMER FESTIVAL: PILIPINYAHAN
May 1- May 7 | Tagaytay City
The Pilipinyahan Fest is conceptualized by Tagaytay tourism council
in coordination with the Local Government unit to promote the
pineapple as the most appealing agricultural product in the locality.
PATTARADAY FESTIVAL: ARAW NG SANTIAGO
May 1- May 6 | Santiago City
Pattaraday which means unity is celebrated on the occasion of
the founding anniversary of Santiago. It celebrates the unity
of the ethno-linguistic groups that have merged in the city to
make it the melting pot of culture of Region 02 and contributed
to the citys progress and development-unity in action.
SUMMER FESTIVAL: SANTACRUZAN
May 1- May 7 | Tagaytay City
Parade of beauties from Tourism Oriented and related Establishments
of the city.
PAHINUNGOD FESTIVAL
May 1- May 10 | Calape, Bohol
A 10-day fiesta commemorating the towns rich ancestry and
devotion to the San Vicente Ferrer - its town saint and the Calapenhons
pahinungod (offer) to come home annually.
BALANGAY FESTIVAL
May 1- May 31 | Butuan City
A month-long fiesta celebration of Butuan City
TANGYAN FESTIVAL
May 1- May 7 | Igbaras, Iloilo
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.
JOURNEY
TO MT. HAMIGUITAN
May 2- May 5 | San Isidro, Davao Oriental
A trek to Mt. Hamiguitan which is the site of the 600 hectare
Bonsai field: Pygmy Forest
PAHAW-AS FESTIVAL
May 2 | Dumangas, Iloilo
Pahaw-as is a local term that means a harvest of the agricultural
products from the fishponds or other water forms.
KATAGMAN
(OGTONGANON) FESTIVAL
May 3
| Oton, Iloilo
An annual event showcasing the rich history and culture of the
municipality that dates back to the 13th century
FEAST
OF THE HOLY CROSS
May 3 | Sta. Cruz, Marinduque
Fiesta of Sta. Cruz in honor of the Holy Cross religious, cultural,
and civic activtites are lined up.
CARABAO-CARROZA
FESTIVAL
May 03 | Pavia, Iloilo
Features a parade of 18 gaily decorated bamboo sleds and a race
among carroza-pulling carabaos on a 400 meter course.
BAWANG
(GARLIC) FESTIVAL
May 3
| Sinait, Ilocos Sur
Competitions and exhibits include biggest garlic, longest and
most creative twined garlic bulbs.
RIT-RITEMONG
CAYONG FESTIVAL
May 3
- 5 | Sarrat, Ilocos Norte
This is what the Sarratenos call their fiesta which stands for
liberty, courage, leadership, unity & brotherhood even in
the most certain pain of death
ISABELA
DAY: BAMBANTI FESTIVAL
May 4-
May 11 | Isabela
Anniversary of the establishment of the civil government of Isabela
in honor of Queen Isabela II. Activities like agro-industrial
trade and tourism fairs, parades, sports events, beauty pageant
and others are conducted to entertain visitors.
LINGGA-ANAY
May 4
| Panay, Capiz
A cultural and fiesta celebration.
MANTAWI FESTIVAL
May 5 | Mandaue City, Cebu
A showcase of the citys 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.
TOWN FIESTA IN HONOR OF SAINT MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL
May 6- May 9 | Pontevedra, Negros Occ.
A 3-day town fiesta in honor of Saint Michael the Archangel
FLORES DE MAYO
May 1 | Rizal Park, Manila
A grand procession of different celebrities and beauty queens
wearing the creation of some of the top designers of the country.
BASI FESTIVAL
May 7
| Naguilian, La Union
Objective of the event is to promote basi, a wine
made from sugarcane. Activities include street dancing, sport
events, agri-trade fair & other amusement games.
FLORES
DE MAYO SA MAKATI
May 8- May 15 | Glorietta, Makati City
One of the biggest processions in Metro Manila participated in
by young ladies representing the 33 barangays of Makati, tourism-related
establishments, local and government offices corporations based
in Makati.
ARAQUIO
OF PENARANDA
May 8
| Venue Penaranda, Nueva Ecija
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
MAKALAWAN "PINYA FESTIVAL"
May 9- May 15 | Calauan, Laguna
Promotes the juicy and sweetest pineapple or "pinya"
as main agricultural product of the town of Calauan.
PUJADA
BAY FESTIVAL
May 9- May 15 | Mati, Davao Oriental
Fluvial festival to showcase the bounty of coastal resources,
lectures on coastal protection/management; cultural presentation
and parade.
GLOBAL
BALIK-BUTUAN PROGRAM
May 9- May 22 | Butuan City
A grand reunion for all Butuanons residing abroad and other parts
of the country to come home and reunite with old friends, classmates,
and relatives especially during the Balangay Festival and Adlaw
Hong Butuan.
FEAST OF SAN ISIDRO DE LABRADOR
May 10- May 11 | Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
Annual fiesta of Brgy. Mabini.
GALERAN
FESTIVAL
May 10 - 11 | Puerto Galera
BALINTAWAKAN
May 10- May 15 | Pontevedra, Capiz
A gathering of mostly Pontevedras 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.
PALONG FESTIVAL
May 10- May 13 | Capalonga, Cam. Norte
Highlighted by a street dancing and agro-industrial fair which
expresses local folks gratitude for their towns name
etymology and signifies the abundant presence of rooster available
in the locality
LUBI-LUBI
(COCONUT) FESTIVAL
May 10 | Gingoog City
A cultural dance festival of the city featuring coconut as one
of its major agricultural products.
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF BIGLANG AWA
May 10 | Boac, Marinduque
A celebration in honor of the Patroness of Marinduque
BALWARTE
SA GUMACA
May 11- May 15 | Gumaca, Quezon
Huge arches placed on the strategic locations are lavishly decorated
with the most colorful farm produce, local delicacies, horticultural
products, palm fronds etc.
PAHIYAS
FESTIVAL
May 11- May 15 | Lucban, Quezon
An annual celebration to usher in a bountiful harvest; where
homes are decorated with the town''s best agricultural products.
AGAWAN
SA SARIAYA
May 11-
March 15 | Sariaya, Quezon
A thanksgiving celebration of the Lord for the good harvest and
abundance of agricultural production.
MAYOHAN
SA TAYABAS
May 11- May 15 | Tayabas, Quezon
A thanksgiving event marked with agro-trade fair and the famous
agawan ng suman in honor of San Isidro Labrador, patron saint
of farmers, for the good harvest and abundance of agricultural
product.
MAGAYON FESTIVAL
May 11 22 | Moises Padilla, Negros Occ.
An annual festivity and celebrated during the town fiesta every
last Tuesday of March
PAUKYABAN
FESTIVAL
May 11-
May 30 | Butuan City
It is an agro-industrial show that featured species of plants
and flowers in a display of unique landscapes.
SUNDUAN
May 12 | Brgy. La Huerta, Parañaque City
The traditional rites means literally to pick up the girl
at the house.
MANO PO SAN ROQUE FESTIVAL
May 12 | Valenzuela City
Street dancing and procession along the citys major thoroughfares
in commemoration of the feast of San Roque, highlighting the
customs and traditional celebration of the festival.
SANTA CRUZAN IN BAGUIO "SABSABONG TI MAYO"
May 13- May 14 | Baguio City
A fashion show featuring beauties and designers from North Philippines
BLACK
NAZARENE FEAST
May 13
| Capalonga, Cam. Norte
A 2-day religious festivity in honor of the towns Patron
Saint, the Black Nazarene, which is the object of veneration
not only by the locals but foreign devotees as well.
PULILAN
CARABAO FESTIVAL
May 13- May 15 | Pulilan, Bulacan
A thanksgiving fiesta that features oiled, perfumed carabaos
paying homage to Pulilan''s patron saint by kneeling in front
of his statue.
ALBAY
DAY
May 14 | Albay
The Provincial Government of Albay has declared May 14 as "Albay
Day" starting May 14, 2004 and every year after. The celebration
which falls in May during the annual month-long Magayon Festival
SUMMER
CLIMB
May 14- May 20 | Maragusan, Compostela Valley
An annual trek to Mount Candalaga, one of the regions peaks
and site of the National Mountaineering Federation of the Philippines.
FEAST
OF SAN ISIDRO LABRADOR/CARABAO FESTIVAL
May 14- May 15 | Angono, Rizal
A tribute to San Isidro Labrador with colorful/joyous procession
of carabao carts carrying a myriad of local products
FIESTA
BICOLANDIA CRUISE PEÑAFRANCIA PILGRIMAGE
May 14-
May 18 | Cebu City
Bringing the best of the Bicol region showcasing its products,
festivals, arts and crafts, among others highlighted by the procession
of Our Lady of Peñafrancia joined by the Bicol Association
of Cebu and Marianne devotees.
BARIW
FESTIVAL
May 14
| Nabas, Aklan
A unique festival showcasing the many uses of bariw leaves
a thriving livelihood activity in the Municipality.
FEAST IN THE HONOR ST. VINCENT FERRER
May 15 | Dipolog City
Dipolog City fiesta celebrated with motocross, concerts and beauty
pageants
SAN ISIDRO
FESTIVAL (PANDANAN)
May 15 | Luisiana, Laguna
An annual celebration in honor of farmers patron saint
San Isidro Labrador.
BANTAYOG FESTIVAL
May 15 | Camarines Norte
As the term suggests, Bantayog festival features the storied
First Rizal Monument or Unang Bantayog ni Dr. Jose Rizal
which is the centerpiece of the celebration. It is held in conjunction
with the province foundation anniversary.
IIKLAHAN/KALANGUYA TRIBAL FESTIVAL
May 16 | Malicu, San Nicolas, Pangasinan
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.
IKALAHAN/KALANGUYA FESTIVAL
May 16 | Imugan and Malico, Pangasinan
It aims to preserve and develop cultural tradition and better
understand indigenous peoples and their cultural practices including
how they protect the forest.
SARUNG BANGGI FESTIVAL
May 18- May 25 | Sto. domingo, Albay
A fun-filled 8-day summer activity to immortalize the song Sarung
Banggi and pay tribute to its composer Potenciano Gregorio. It
showcases a variety of cultural and religious activities, food
and sports fest, Beauty Search, folksong fest, agro-industrial
fair and many more.
SANGGUTAN FESTIVAL
May 18 | Barugo, Leyte
A dance of the drinkers honoring the age-old process of wine-making.
PASUNDAYAG NORTHERN MINDANAO
May 18- June 1 | Intramuros, Manila
A showcase of Northern Mindanaos rich cultural heritage
through songs and dances, arts and crafts,agricultural products
and destinations in Intramuros Manila.
FARMERS FESTIVAL
May 19- May 20 | Bacarra, Ilocos Norte
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.
MAGDADARAN TALIP FESTIVAL
May 19 20 | Carasi, Dumlneg, Nueva Era, Adams
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.
KAOGMA FESTIVAL
May 20 28 | Camarines Sur
A week-long celebration of the of the foundation anniversary
of the Province of Camarines Sur. The festival features numerous
activities such as cultural expositions, sports events, beauty
pageant, procession and Grand Parade.
BANWAHON FESTIVAL
May 20 | Barangay Mat-i, Surigao City
An ethnic dance competition depicting customs and traditions
as well as the culture of early inhabitants of Barangay Mat-i
Surigao City
PAGSALABUK FESTIVAL
May 21- July 1 | Dipolog City
Pagsalubok Festival is a Subano term that means get together
or togetherness, which aims to showcase the myriad
interplay of culture among the Muslims, the Lumads and the varied
and diverse culture of the settlers form all over the Philippines
to include the Spanish, Chinese, American and other Asian culture
that have meticulously woven and shaped into what is now the
unique Mindanao tri-people culture
TAGBUAN FESTIVAL
May 22 | Pilar, Capiz
A cultural and fiesta celebration.
MANGGAHAN
SA GUIMARAS
May 22
| 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.
LUBI-LUBI
(Coconut) FESTIVAL
May 22 | Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental
A cultural presentation using parts of the coconut palm and other
indigenous materials as props and costumes.
PANAGYAMAN FESTIVAL
May 22- May 24 | Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
The 165th Anniversary of the establishment of the civil government
of Nueva Vizcaya. Activities include street parades,street dancing,
cultural shows, float parades and contest, sports events by municipality,
agro-industrial fairs, others.
BOLOBONG KINGKING FESTIVAL
May 23- May 24 | Loboc, Bohol
A music and dance festivity depicting the history, folklore and
traditions of the Lobocanons. Bolibong Kingking is a term applied
to the drums and gongs and their rhythm used to accompany the
supplicantion dance ritual in frong of the Image of Our Lady
of Guadalupe, the 2nd Patron of Loboc.
SANTACRUZAN WITH KUMBIRA
May 23- May 31 | Rizal Blvd., Dumaguete City
Procession of biblical characters and the traditional sagalas
representing the Blessed Virgins attributes. On this festivity
one can also witness the citys prettiest promenade in their
finery parading followed by performing contingents.
PAHOY-PAHOY FESTIVAL (SCARECROW)
May 25 | Western Samar
A grand parade and street dancing of people in scarecrow costumes.
STO. CRISTO FESTIVAL
May 25- May 31 | Dapdap, Legazpi City
It is a celebration of thanksgiving, a continuing commitment
towards a Christ-centered community amidst trials and challenges.
MALUMAGPAK
CHALLENGE
May 26- May 30 | New Bataan, Compostela Valley
A trek to Mt. Manurigao-Malumagpak, one of the region''s newly
discovered eco-tourism destinations.
9TH INTERNATIONAL
AVIATION, MARITIME, DEFENSE (AMD)
May 26- May 29 | Philippine Trade Training Center, Manila
An exhibition that serves as catalyst for successful trade negotiations
and development of vital linkages between sellers and buyers
in their effort to upgrade and modernize their aviation, maritime,
and defense capabilities. It is the pioneering exhibition of
its kind in the Philippines, with a track record of successfully
providing a platform for commercial aviation, maritime, and defense
contractors to showcase their products and technologies to a
captive market.
BULAKLAKAN
SA GENSAN (STA. CRUZAN FESTIVAL)
May 29
30 | General Santos City
A Santa Cruzan Festival. Paseo de Flores: Sagalas and Archs Selection
of the best in Bulaklakan sa Gensan.
MANLAMBUS FESTIVAL
May 30 | Escalante City, Negros Occidental
Mamlambus Festival is a Visayan term meaning to strike
with a club because fishes were then teeming around its
coastal waters and that catching them could simply be done by
clubbing with a wooden paddle.
BIRAY SA BAYBAYON
May 30 | Laua-an, Antique
A boat parade along Laua-an coastal areas with residents having
beach parties and celebrations.
ANNUAL
BALIK ESCALANTE
May 30
| Escalante City, Negros Occ
OFW & Balikbayan Day.
PADARAW
FESTIVAL
May 30
| Bulan, Sorsogon
A festival showcsing colorful costumes fashioned from the abaca
fiber. It is highlighted by a grand street presentation wherein
the participants are clad in colorful costumes using the abaca
fibers.
FLORES DE MAYO
May 31 | Bacolod City Proper
This is a parade of beautiful maidens representing specific symbol
of title and authority of Saints.
JUEGO
DE ANILLO
May 31 | Bgy. Lomboyan, San Joaquin, Iloilo
A sport festivity held every 1st of May in honor of Sta. Ana.
TAPUSAN
May 31
| Alitagtag, Batangas
Tapusan honors the Holy Cross on the last day of May
SANTACRUZAN
(ZAMBOANGA CITY)
May 31 | Zamboanga City
Parade of beauties with Reyna Elena carrying the Holy Cross.
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ABAYAN (FLUVIAL PROCESSION)
June 0 | Brgy. Taft, Surigao City
A procession at sea led by the Patron Saint of Bilang-Bilang,
Virgen dela Paz y Buen Viaje, the patroness of good voyage aboard
a beautifully adorned vessel
BIRAYS
FESTIVAL
June
1 | Belison, Antique
Fluvial parade in honor of the Virgin Mary, participated in by
6 barangays of Belison.
BILANG-BILANG ABAYAN FESTIVAL
June 01 | Balangay Taft, Surigao City, Surigao del Norte
A showcase of religious heritage of the Surigaonons in honor
of St. Virgen de la Paz Y de Buen Viaje.
PILI FESTIVAL
June
1 30 | Sorsogon, Sorsogon
Pili is an indigenous crop of Bicol region, particularly Sorsogon.
This festival showcases the PIli, the primary purpose of which
is to emphasize its importance and to increase the awareness
of the public on its various economic uses.
CEBU BUSINESS
MONTHS ARTS AND CULTURE
June 1- June 30 | Cebu
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.
RIZAL
ARTIST FESTIVAL
June
1- June 30 | Angono, Rizal
The festival aims to create awareness and appreciation of Philippine
Art and Culture; and promoting arts and culture as vital attraction
for local and foreign tourist. Rizal has the potential of becoming
a tourist destination particularly in the field of arts and crafts.
It is known as the home of various national artists, musicians
and other equally creative artist
LINGGO NG ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE AND AND HUDYAKA FESTIVAL
June 1- June 6 | Dipolog City
A weeks celebration featuring agro-industrial fairs, sports,
beauty pageants, concerts, cultural shows and street dancing.
SAKAY-SAKAY
ABAYAN (FLUVIAL PROCESSION)
June 1 | Barangay Taft, Surigao City
A procession at sea led by the Patron Saint of Bilang-Bilang,
Virgen dela Paz Y Buen Viaje, the patroness of good voyage aboard
a beautifully adorned vessel followed by colourful motor launches
and bancas passing through the Surigao Strait and back to the
City wharf.
PHILIPPINE
EAGLE WEEK
June 4- June 10 | Davao City
Various activities in support of the Philippine Eagle Conservation
Program.
CARRERA
HABAGAT
June 8- June 12 | Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte
The toughest four-day adventure race and the biggest in the Philippines.
It involves trekking and trail running, kayaking, mountain biking,
swimming, rappelling, orienteering, land navigation and special
skills section.
VIRAY
FESTIVAL
June 8 | Sta. Ana, Cagayan
The local government of Sta. Ana promotes the Viray, a local
boats name, considered as part of the history of the town
whose main source of livehood is fishing and eco-tourism.
MANOGLAYA FESTIVAL
June 9- June 12 | San Antonio, Northern Samar
A cultural-tourism festival composed of cultural performances,
street dance, beauty search and exhibit complemented with sugod-sugod
sa plaza, a nightly entertainment of music and other performances
from leading local performers in the community.
CAMOTES CASSAVA FESTIVAL
June 10- June 11 | Tudela, Camotes Island
A yearly celebration of a bountiful harvest. A time where farmers
display their various cassava-based products, share their varied
technical experiences in producing and processing cassava products.
Among the activities are the Best Booth Contest, Poster Making
contest, Search for new cassava food products, cultural night
and the search for Miss Camotes Tourism.
PHILIPPINE
GAME FISHING TOURNAMENT
June 10- June 12 | Sta. Ana Cagayan
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
CITY PINTAKASI
June 11 | Iriga City
An annual Fiesta celebration in honor of St. Anthony of Padua.
Various activities are lined up to drumbeat the affair.
GINUBAT FESTIVAL
June 11- June 12 | Gubat, Sorsogon
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.
2ND CAGAYAN
DE ORO ADVENTURE RACE
June 11- June 17 | Cagayan de Oro
An annual adventure sports event featuring the many destinations
of the city and nearby provinces.
INDEPENDENCE
DAY
June 12 | San Carlos City, Negros Occidental
A cultural presentation depicting the countrys path towards
independence...
SILAY CHARTER ANNIVERSARY
June 12 | Silay City
It is highlighted by a flag raising ceremony and charter day
program; multi-sectoral parade . . .
ARAW NG AGUSAN DEL NORTE
June 12- June 17 | Agusan del Norte
Anniversary of Agusan Del Norte. It is highlighted with civic
parade, sports fest, and agro-industrial fair.
INDEPENDENCE DAY
June 12 | Cavite, Manila, and other historical site, (nationwide)
Re-enactment of the historic proclamation of the Philippine Independence
is done at the mansion of Gen Emilio Aguinaldo, the first president
of the Philippine Republic.
KANSILAY
FESTIVAL
June
12 | Silay City
The festival focuses on Kansilay street dance
INDEPENDENCE
DAY CELEBRATION
June 12 | Cadiz City, Negros Occidental
A flag raising ceremony and program in honor of our local unsung
heroes...
LA TRINIDAD FOUNDATION DAY
June 12- June 16 | La Trinidad, Benguet
General cleaning and tree planting acitivity along with cultural
shows and sports fest.
INDEPENDENCE DAY (BAGUIO CITY)
June 12 | Baguio City
A parade along the citys main road celebrating the 107th
Independence from foreign control.
PANARAP
FESTIVAL
June 12 | Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo
Harvest and tribe competition...
ARAW NG
COTABATO
June 12- June 20 | Cotabato City
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.
AGDAHANAY
FESTIVAL
June
13 | Cuartero, Capiz
A cultural and fiesta celebration.
TOBOSO ANNUAL FIESTA
June 13 | Toboso, Negros Occidental
Annual Fiesta
BATTLE
OF BESANG PASS
June 14 | Cervantes, Ilocos Sur
Commemoration of the historical victory of the Filipino guerillas
in Northern Luzon which led to the surrender of Gen. Yamashita
and the end of the Japanese occupation in the Philippines.
VICTORY AT BACSIL RIDGE
June 14 | San Fernando City
Celebration of the USAFIP NL liberation at Bacsil Ridge.
PUJADA BAY FESTIVAL
June 14- June 16 | Pujada Bay, Mati, Davao Oriental
Launching of Festival showcasing the various attractions of the
island as an eco-tourism destination.
30K BAOTO MARATHON
June 15 | Agusan del Norte
An annual contest held during the celebration of Araw ng Agusan.
NALIYAGAN FESTIVAL
June 15- June 17 | Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur
In celebration of the Foundation anniversary of Agusan del Sur.
It is a six-day socio-cultural and arts exposition of the indigenous
tribes in the entire Agusan Valley.
PINEAPPLE/PINYASAN
FESTIVAL
June
15- June 24 | Camarines Norte
A festival featuring the sweet, succulent pineapple thru art
exhibits, trade fairs, cultural performances and sports events.
MALAY
DAY
June
15 | Malay, Aklan
Celebration of the separation of Malay from Buruanga
GOTAD
AD IFUGAO PROVINCIAL GRAND FESTIVAL
June
16- June 18 | Lagawe, Ifugao
Showcase of Ifugao provinces culture, products and industries
ADLAW
SA ILIGAN
June
16 | Iligan City
Held annually to celebrate the City Charter Day, featuring agro-fair,
cultural activities and kite contest.
BARAGATAN SA PALAWAN (FOUNDATION DAY)
June 17- June 23 | Provincial Capitol Compound, Puerto Princesa
City
A celebration of the centennial of the founding of the civil
government of Palawan. Highlights are LGU Trade and Food Fair,
colorful parade with participation from the different municipalities
and private sectors featuring the ethnic groups residing in the
province
KALIBO
FOOD FESTIVAL SA KALYE
June
18- June 24 | Kalibo, Aklan
Join the folks of Kalibo in its mid-year tourism event
3RD PUJADA BAY FESTIVAL
June
18- June 24 | Mati, Davao Oriental
Festival in honor of Pujada Bay tin advocacy for its preservation
SULAY-BASYA
FESTIVAL
June
18 24 | Sara, Iloilo
The festival was conceptualized to honor St. John the Baptist,
the patron saint of the Municipality
PANDAYAN FESTIVAL
June 18 | Badiangan, Iloilo
The festival showcases the ingenuity, craftsmanship, artistry,
tradition and culture of the Badianganons
RIZAL
DAY
June
19 | San Carlos City, Negros Occident
A program portraying the life and works of our national hero
followed by a flower offering at the Rizal monument.
PISTA Y ANG KAGUEBAN
June
19- June 26 | Puerto Princesa City, Palawan
A festive reforestation dine by practically all people from different
walks of life with activities such as performance of the environmental
artists of Puerto Princesa through songs dances.
RIZAL
DAY
June
19 | Calamba, Laguna
In memory of the birthday of the Philippine National Hero,
Jose P. Rizal, the townfolks of Calamba offer flowers to Rizal
Shrine.
PISTA NG KALIKASAN
June 19 | Provincewide, Palawan
A massive tree planting activity to help alleviate global warming.
REGADA
June 19 24 | Cavite City
A weeklong festivity which features water, games band exhibitions,
concerts, cultural presentation , parades, bike rally, fashion
shows, art exhibit, and street dancing
ADLAW NAN SURIGAO
June 19 | Surigao del Norte and Surigao del Sur
The provinces of Surigao del Norte and Surigao del Sur Simultaneously
commemorate their charter anniversary.
LINGGANAY FESTIVAL
June 19 | Alang-alang, Leyte
Street Pageant depicting the legendary and mythical storiy of
the bells.
DAPITANS CHARTER
June 19- June 22 | Dapitan City
Festivity starts on the birth anniversary of Dr. Jose Rizal and
culminates on the citys charter day. The celebration is
highlighted by a sportsfest alongside cultural presentations
OYANGE KAUGMAN FESTIVAL
June
20- June 29 | Polangui, Albay
A merrymaking held in conjunction with the town fiesta. The festival
whose name was derived from a tree which is abundant in the area
features various exciting events including street presentation,
beauty pageant, trade fair, among others.
PAGADIAN
CITY CHARTER DAY
June
21 | Pagadian City
Commemorates Pagadian Citys 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.
DIWATA FESTIVAL
June
21 | San Francisco, Agusan del Sur
A festival highlighted with street dancing in honor of their
patron saint.
KALIGUAN FLUVIAL FESTIVAL
June 21 25 | Cagwait, Surigao del Sur
A yearly festivities in honor of St. John the Baptist highlighted
by Search for Perlas ng Kaliguan beauty pageant, beach dancing
and other beach-fun activities.
FEAST
OF ST. MARY MAGDALENE
June
22 | Hinigaran, Negros Occidental
Annual patronal fiesta, in honor of Saint Mary Magdalene
CALUMPIT LIBAD FESTIVAL
June
23 | Calumpit, Bulacan
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
ILAGAN
DAY
June
23- July 2 | Piat, Cagayan
A religious and cultural revival in commemoration of the Christianization
of the Itawes region of Cagayan.
AGGAW NAK CAGAYAN (CAGAYAN FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY)
June 23- June 29 | Province of Cagayan
The 422nd anniversary of the founding of the civil government
of Cagayan. Activities include lectures, exhibits, games, beauty
pageant, agro-trade and tourism fair.
HIL-O-HANAY FESTIVAL
June
23- June 24 | Sigma, Capiz
The Hil-o-hanay Festival is a merry-making depicting the Sigmahanons
traditional way of life during the golden era characterized by
a cycle of communal sharing and fraternity.
FEAST OF SAN ANTONIO DE PADUA
June 24 | Pilia. Laguna
The town of Pilia celebrates the feast of San Antonio de Padua
through a procession, merry making and festive dining in most
of the beautiful ancestral homes
FEAST OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST / LECHON FESTIVAL
June 24 | Mindoro Oriental
Dressed in creative costumes and disguises, lechins are paraded
around the town accompanied by gay chanting and buhusan a customary
practice during the San Juan Bautista Feast.
FEAST OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST
June 24 | San Juan, Metro Manila
A regular celebration of the town''s patron saint, St. John the
Baptist
ARAW NG
MAYNILA
June
24 | Manila City
A yearly celebration of Manila Day featuring various activities
like the Manila Film Festival, Fireworks Display, etc.
TOURISM
CONGRESS
June
24 | Cebu City
To convene collaborative partners in a Tourism Congress to tackle
priorities in implementing a 5-year master plan crafted by the
Core Tourism Group using the McKinsey Framework. The forum aims
to address the challenge: Catalyzing Tourism Growth through Multi-sectoral
Initiatives and Coordinated Leadership
TAONG-PUTIK
FESTIVAL
June
24 | Aliaga, Nueva Ecija
Taong- putik originated from a unique practice of the devotees
of Saint John the Baptist in Bibiclat, Aliaga, Nueva Ecija.
PARADA
NG LECHON
June
24 | Balayan, Batangas
A grand parade of succulent roasted pigs.
REGADA WATER FESTIVAL
June
24 | Cavite City
In honor of Nuestra Señora de Porta Vaga, sprinklers are
installed at the Citys streets so that revelers get a shower.
FEAST OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST - PALAKA SUR
June 24 | Pulupandan, Negros Occidental
Annual fiesta of Brgy. Palaka Sur.
ANI-ANIHAN SA TABUELAN
June 24 | Tabuelan, Cebu
The town comes alive with merriment every June 24 as they celebrate
the feast to their patron saint, St. John the Baptist.
SULAY-BASYA FESTIVAL
June 24 | Sara, Iloilo
The festival was conceptualized to honor St. John the Baptist,
the patron saint of the municipality
SAN JUAN
HIBOK-HIBOKAN
June 24 | Catarman and Mambajao, Camiguin
Boat races and other beach fun activities, participated by the
different barangays/ NGOs/ LGUs.
FEAST
OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST - KALIBO
June 24 | Kalibo, Aklan
Celebration of the Feast of St. John the Baptist wherein people
usually go to the beach for an excursion
FEAST OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST - BAGO CITY
June 24 | 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
KAYABA
FESTIVAL - CROSS CHANNEL SWIM
June
25- June 30 | Guimaras-Iloilo
cross channel swim to create awareness to preserve the Iloilo
River . . .
MUDPACK
FESTIVAL
June 25- June 26 | Murcia, Negros Occidental
The festival is a symbolic celebration of mans return to
primitive time when he was closer to nature
PAYUHWAN FESTIVAL: BATANES DAY
June
26 | Province of Batanes
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
PALO PALO FESTIVAL
June 26 | Batanes
The 219th Anniversary of the establishment of the civil Government
of Batanes
TAEPHAG
FESTIVAL
June 27 | Tagbina, Sutigao del Sur
A common Manobo ritual used for opening a kaingin, rice planting,
harvesting and other activities.
SIRONG-SIRONG FESTIVAL
June 28- June 29 | Cagdianao, Surigao del Norte
A fiesta celebration in honor of Saints Peter and Paul highlighted
by ethnic mardigras contests, agro-industrial fair and public
dancing.
APUNG IRU FLUVIAL FESTIVAL
June 28- June 30 | Apalit, Pampanga
The most awaited activitiy of this festival procession where
the image of St. Peter is brought down from Capalangan to Calumpit
River where a colorfully decorated mini pagoda awaits the image.
KALILANG SA RANAO
June 28 - July 05 | Marawi City, Lanao del Sur
Celebrates the legendary Lake Lanao.
SUBIRAN
REGATTA
June 28 | Tacloban City, Leyte
Annual race of native sailboats with outriggers displaying seamanship.
PINTADOS KASADYAAN FESTIVAL
June 28- June 29 | Tacloban City, Leyte
A body-painting festival in honor of the courageous "pintados"
(warriour ancestors).
BALYUAN
June 29 | Taclobay City, Leyte
Ceremonial exchange of images of the Holy Child between Leyte
and Samar.
HUDYAW FESTIVAL
June 29 | Calatrava, Negros Occ.
This term is coined from three dynamically spirited expression
of mans grateful and happy manifestative character: hudyaha,
doyeg, sayao (merrymaking, praising and dancing).
PALAWOD FESTIVAL
June 29 | Bantayan, Bantayan Island, Cebu
Palawod is the fishermens daily toil, their means of livelihood,
their life and pride.
BINIRAY FESTIVAL
June 29 | Bulalacao, Mindoro Oriental
A grand pagida show on the day of thanksgiving for the blessings
from sea.
BAILES DE ARCOS
June 29 | Makati City
Performed during the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul by daughters
of past participants with impeccable reputations as homage to
the Virgen dela Rosa for her kindness.
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