Municipality of Jamindan
Brief History
A
thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest by the indigenous Peoples of Jamindan. It
is during this time when all the members of the family come together and share.
Municipality of Maayon
Brief History
Connotes
reciprocity that demonstrates mutual interdependence among our people,
expresses itself in many forms and in many ways.
Municipality of Dumalag
Brief History
The palirong is unique and
vital demalagnon farmers. It protects them from the sun and the rain. This is
usually made of wooden poles, bamboo, rope; for its roof, it is made of
“Patadyong” ( woven cloth) locally called “Katsa”, Palm or Banana leaves. As
the time wenmt by, a tricycle driver came up with the idea of installing a palirong onto his tricycle.
This modern palirong is made of bamboo as its frame and its roof is made of
plastic or wood.
Municipality of President
Roxas
Brief History
It
is a street dancing contest among groups dancing to the tune of the latin beat
garbed in colourful Caribbean costume. This annual festival is the center piece
of the town’s municipal and religious fiesta.
Municipality of Pan-ay
Brief History
A vivid and Accurate
interpretation of the Panayanons deep love for the birthplace and strong sense
of responsibility towards fellow Panayanons. It is also inspired by the “Dakung
Lingganay” or the Big Bell in which the town is well known not only in the
Philippines but in whole Asia.
Municipality of Pontevedra
Brief History
Take from the old town name:
“ Caguyuman” meaning anthill. People from nearby municipalities would strive in
the market place like swarms of ants for trading. This rich tradition is now a
celebration of lie and thanksgiving for all “Caguyumanons”.
Municipality of Pilar
Brief History
Conceptualized during
pre-spanish time where the Aetas brought their harvest into town for barter of
the abundant catch of the fishermen. The upland people met with the fishermen
on the seashore. The Hiligaynon term for the meeting of the upland people and
the fishermen is “tagbu”.
Municipality of Cuartero
Brief History
The Agdahanay Festival
culminates on the 13th of June in honor to San Antonio de Paduaof
the town patron saint. This was conceptualized to give due recognition to the
Cuarteronhon’s hospitality. “Agdahanay” means inviting and accommodating
others. One whole week of fun, revelry, cultural activities and frenzied street
dancing are enjoyed by Cuarteronhons.
Municipality of Sapian
Brief history
The concept is base on the
rituals on how to express gratitude for a bountiful harvest or a good catch
which features fishing and related activities like Seafood Cooking Contest.
Municipality of Sigma
Brief History
A manifestation of culture
inherent to Sigma as a cultural expression of symbiosis. It is the way showing
this rich cultural tradition to the younger generation in order to let the
Hil-o-anay spirit continue withpassion. It gives honor to noblest and highesy
virtue of “Community-ness” of its people, their innate and common traits that
keep the balance of their relationship with another, their environment and
their God, the crowning glory that fires their iniatiative to constant
becoming- their search for culture of excellence.
Municipality of Dumarao
Brief History
It
mirrors the spirit of unity and cooperation of its people. One of the few is
the street and dancing and pista ng bayan. These are the concrete example of
group effort. From one fermented idea of planners, action men, and executions,
they have translated their ideas, and concepts into mass action of well
rehearsed and well executed play, dancers, and graceful rendition of songs and
dances. A delight to the eyes of the heart.
Municipality of Panit-an
Brief History
Meaning
to honor. The Panitan Municipal Government gives honor and
recognition to every Paniteño who has given something for the social, cultural,
educational and economic development of this town. Pagpasidungog honors those
whose success in life gives inspiration to the young generation.
Municipality of Ivisan
Brief History
Buyloganay” is
a word typical of an Ivisan culture characterized by the gesture of unity and
cooperation. It is celebrated every September 10 in honor of its patron saint,
St. Nicholas of Tolentino.
Municipality of Tapaz
Brief History
In
time, participating groups joined in the celebration resulting into a contest
complete with costumes and musical instruments particularly drums.
“SirinadyasaTapaz” became a yearly celebration centered on the “Bayanihan
Spirit” Called “Patabang” (cooperation). As the celebration prospered, schools
began to participate, adding colour and excitement to the event.
Municipality of Dao
Brief History
In honor of the town’s Patron Saint, Sto. Tomas de Villanueva,
“Pasalamat” is the annual theme of the towns fiesta celebration. The occasion
is an auspicious opportunity to highlight the town’s rich culture and heritage,
strengthen Daohanons Solidarity as a community ans as well as thanksgiving to
God Almighty for the good health abs prosperity received through His blessings.
Municipality of Mambusao
Brief History
First
celebrated in 1975, the Mambusao annual Cultural-relegious festivity. This is a
colorful pageant celebrated by way of recollecting the stories of Mambusao and
depicting the historical and cultural growth of the town. Celebrated in honor
of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, the term inilusan means the mutual and
reciprocal giving and sharing of food and resources in generous measures and in
the spirit of fraternal goodwill that permeates the daily life of Mambusaonons.
City of Roxas
Brief History
SINADYASA HALARAN (loosely translated as “joyful in offering/sharing”) FESTIVAL is a
jovial celebration of thanksgiving and sharing of these blessings that took
forms in programs and activities that depicts oneness of Capiznon with his
Divine Source of blessings, with the blessings themselves, and with the whole
humankind.
Capiz’ abundance in natural resources and cultural heritage makes Capiznon naturally generous and thankful. Human existence, for a Capiznon, is seen as oneness with nature, fellowmen, and the Divine Provider.
Capiz’ abundance in natural resources and cultural heritage makes Capiznon naturally generous and thankful. Human existence, for a Capiznon, is seen as oneness with nature, fellowmen, and the Divine Provider.
