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• Philippine Festivals


  • Ati-Atihan Festival
  • Dinagyang Festival
  • Panagbenga Festival
  • Pahiyas Festival
  • Kadayawan Festival
  • Moriones Festival
  • Sinulog Festival
  • Masskara Festival
  • Kaamulan Festival
  • Pintados-Kasadyaan Festival
• Ati-Atihan Festival


  Location: Kalibo, Aklan

  Known as the "Mother of All Philippine Festivals", a vibrant celebration in honor of the Santo Niño with participants painting their faces with black soot and wearing colorful costumes while dancing to the beat of drums and indigenous music
• Dinagyang Festival


  Location: Ilo-ilo City, Iloilo Similar to Ati-Atihan, pays homage to the Santo Niño with street dancing, performers wearing elaborate costumes and masks, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the region
• Panagbenga Festival


  Location: Baguio City, Benguet An annual flower festival that showcases the blooming flowers of the region, featuring colorful floats adorned with various blooms, street dancing, and a grand parade, highlighting Baguio's identity as the "Summer Capital of the Philippines"
• Pahiyas Festival


   Location: Lucban, Quezon Observed every year on May 15th, the feast day of San Isidro Labrador, the patron saint of farmers, a shower of gifts and blessings in celebration of the harvest's abundance
• Kadayawan Festival


  Location: Davao City, Davao del Sur A celebration of life, thanksgiving, and cultural diversity in Davao City, featuring street dancing, floral floats, indigenous music, and showcases the region's abundant harvests
• Moriones Festival


   Location: Marinduque Reenacts the passion of Christ through vibrant costumes and masks, drawing tourists to the island of Marinduque
• Sinulog Festival


  Location: Cebu City, Cebu An annual cultural and religious celebration observed on the third Sunday of January, with the traditional greeting and chant "Pit Señor" derived from the words "Sangpit sa Senyor" (Call to the Lord)
• Masskara Festival


  Location: Bacolod City Held in October each year, renowned for the colorful masks that participants wear, depicting happy faces that go with the main subject
• Kaamulan Festival


  Location: Bukidnon Province Often referred to as the "Gathering of Tribes" or the "Festival of Bukidnon", a celebration of the indigenous culture and traditions of the seven hill tribes of Bukidnon
• Pintados-Kasadyaan Festival


  Location: Tacloban City, Leyte A fusion of two separate festivals, the Pintados Festival and the Kasadyaan Festival, celebrating the rich cultural heritage, history, and traditions of Leyte and its people, particularly the indigenous Pintados warriors
• Filipino Artists


  • Sarah Geronimo
  • Moira Dela Torre
  • Yeng Constantino
  • Parokya ni Edgar
  • Eraserheads
• Sarah Geronimo


  Often hailed as "Popstar Royalty" of the Philippines due to her immense popularity and influence in the local music scene, known for popular songs like "Tala, Kilometro, Ikot-ikot, and Forevers not Enough"
• Moira Dela Torre


  Her music is characterized by its sincerity, vulnerability, and relatable themes of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery, known for soulful renditions of both original compositions and cover songs, often accompanied by acoustic guitar or piano, with popular songs like "Paalam, Patawad, Titibo-tibo, and Before it sinks in"
• Yeng Constantino


  Best known for her distinct singing style, characterized by her powerful vocals, emotive delivery, and relatable lyrics, has released several successful albums and singles throughout her career, earning numerous awards and accolades, with popular songs like "Hawak Kamay, Salamat, Ikaw, and Chinito"
• Parokya ni Edgar


  Formed in 1993 by a group of college students from Ateneo de Manila University, with Chito Miranda as the lead vocalist and primary songwriter, has released numerous hit songs and albums throughout their career, with popular tracks like "Harana, Buloy, Halaga, Silvertoes, and Mr. Suave"
• Eraserheads


  A legendary Filipino rock band that emerged in the 1990s and profoundly influenced the local music scene, comprising Ely Buendia (vocals/guitars), Marcus Adoro (guitars), Buddy Zabala (bass), and Raimund Marasigan (drums), known for their music characterized by catchy melodies, insightful lyrics, and a blend of rock, pop, and alternative influences, with songs like "Ang Huling El Bimbo," "Ligaya," "Pare Ko," and "Magasin" becoming anthems of a generation