PHILIPPINE FESTIVALS (MAY) PART 1

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DAYAW DALAN FESTIVAL May 2-3 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.

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.

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

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.

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

BAWANG (GARLIC) FESTIVAL May 3 Sinait, Ilocos Sur
Competitions and exhibits include biggest garlic, longest and most creative twined garlic bulbs.

CARABAO-CARROZA FESTIVAL May 3 Pavia, Iloilo
Features a parade of 18 gaily decorated bamboo sleds and a race among carroza-pulling carabaos on a 400 meter course.

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.