This week’s festivals

March 26 to April 1

March 26 to 29

Hundred Islands Festival

A celebration in Alaminos City in Pangasinan province, known for the Hundred Islands National Park. It showcases the city not just as a tourist destination, but also as a hub of agri-trade fairs. Activities include street dancing, fun run, cooking shows and thanksgiving Masses.

March 28 to 31

Tadek Festival

The Nueva Era town in Ilocos Norte province showcases its traditional dances performed during marriages, burials and triumphs. Locals dance to the music of traditional musical instruments gangsa (flat gongs) and tambor (drums).

March 28

Kite Festival

Colorful kites of various shapes and sizes fly the skies in Sipalay City, Negros Occidental province during the festival. Locals participate in a kite competition along the shores of Poblacion Beach and visit a kite exhibit at the Sipalay City Park.

Compiled by Kathleen de Villa, Inquirer Research
Sources: Inquirer Archives, DOT, Official Calendar of the Republic, gov.ph, pangasinan.gov.ph, CCP Encyclopedia