The Abaca Festival celebrates the strong spirit of the people of Catanduanes, their unique culture, and the island’s natural beauty. It highlights the importance of abaca or Manila Hemp, a local fiber used as a key material to create beautiful handicrafts. This vibrant festival features street dancing, colorful floats, a bustling trade fair, and a fashion show featuring outfits made from abaca.
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The word Kasanggayahan is derived from the Sorsoganon word for prosperity and happiness. It is a yearly celebration in October that marks Sorsogon’s transformation into a distinct province from Albay. The heart of this festivity lies in the “Pantomina Sa Tinampo,” a vibrant dance that showcases the province’s unique courtship traditions.
Masbate highlights its dynamic culture and thriving cattle industry through a week-long celebration called the Rodeo Masbateño Festival. This event, filled with exciting activities, has gained widespread popularity, solidifying the province as the premier rodeo destination in the Philippines.
The Magayon Festival, derived from the term “Magayon” meaning “Beautiful,” is a yearly month-long festivity commemorating the legend of Daragang Magayon, the mythical figure associated with the creation of Mayon Volcano.