Calendar of Philippine Festivals

Philippine Festivals. Every single year, hundreds of festivals are celebrated in the Philippines. These are held for various reasons - to pay homage to a patron saint; as a form of thanksgiving; to celebrate a bountiful harvest; or to commemorate a historical event.

Festivals in the Philippines are held throughout the archipelago. The people celebrate it with great passion and enthusiasm. It is a mixture of religious devotion, cultural arts, talent, humour and an evidence of community bonds. It is during this time, that the legendary Filipino hospitality is shown in great intensity.

Ati-Atihan - Kalibo, Aklan 13-19 January

Bulaklakan Festival - Muntinlupa City January

Sinulog - Cebu City 18-19 January

Dinagyang - Iloilo City 25-26 January

Kite Festival - Dumaguete City 2 February

Panagbenga - Baguio Flower Festival 23 February - 3 March

Kaamulan - Malaybalay, Bukidnon 28 February - 1 March

Moriones - Marinduque 13-20 February

Cutud Lenten Rites - San Fernando, Pampanga 16-18 April

Pahiyas/Mayon/Agawan/Carabao Festival - Quezon 11-15 May

Flores De Mayo / Santacruzan - Nationwide May

Mudpack Festival - Murcia, Negros Occidental 24 June

Pinyahan Sa Daet - Daet, Camarines Norte 15-24 June

Parada Ng Lechon - Balayan, Batangas 24 June

Tacloban Pintados Festival - Tacloban City 29 June

Sandugo Festival - Tagbilaran City 1-2 July

Kinabayo Festival - Dapitan City 25 July

Kadayawan Sa Dabaw - Davao City 20-24 August

Bonok-Bonok Festival & Silop Cave Adventure - Surigao City 9 September

Peñafrancia Viva La Virgen - Naga City 20 September

Orchids Festival - Tanjay Negros Oriental 5 October

Zamboanga Hermosa Festival - Zamboanga City 10-12 October

Masskara Festival - Bacolod City 19 October

Festival Of Lanters - Pampanga 24 December