If there is one wonderful reason to go around Philippines, it would be to experience all festivities.

The Abundance of Culture

Sublian, Sinulog, Kadayawan, Ati-atihan, Moriones, and Panagbenga— these are just some of the festivals in the Philippines. The country is comprised of 7,107 islands, and almost each has their own festival to celebrate. This abundance contributes to such beauty and wonder, and it shows the richness of the Philippine heritage.

The Philippine festival calendar is full. Philippine festivals are town fiestas celebrating moments in history that defined identity, polity and locality. There are some that celebrate the town’s founding year, some that celebrate for their patron saints, and some that celebrate the combination of both. 

Besides that, the festivals also show cultural significance. Due to the many years of colonization to the Philippines, festivals show different attributes— mostly influenced by cultures of countries that have colonized the country.

Stage for Art and Culture

    Festivals are amalgamations and flurries of sports and commercial activities; however, culture and arts are the central motifs of the celebrations. Depending on the local expertise, these fiestas become the stage for local visual arts, music and dance festivals. Cosmopolitan centers feature contemporary arts, while others highlight traditions indigenous to the locale.

    There are street dances and competitions held for days. There are class and office suspensions, and various designs or decorations are put on streets. Residents showcase their culture and talents which they have long prepared. The festivals have become their stage and pride. 

Unity in Diversity

    Through thick and thin, the Phillippine fiestas must go on. It has become the tie that binds Filipinos from a region or an area together. Moreover, it is the time to reunite with other kababayans or country men/women. 

The enthusiasm in celebrating has made it possible for Filipinos to forget their problems and such. Despite cultural differences, the Filipinos still unites through these festivities. It is when Filipinos acknowledge and honor each other— somehow, everyone becomes part of the celebration. The hospitality of Filipinos has become the key essential to achieve and continue the means and goals of Philippine Festivals. 

Indeed, the Philippines tops in heritage and culture. Philippine Festivals are the real tourist destinations of the country.