Image source: https://www.wowbatangas.com/features/latest/mardi-gras-sa-mahaguyog-festival-2018-ng-sto-tomas-batangas/ Witnessing the Grandness of Sto. Tomas: A Spotlight on the Mahaguyog Festival 2024 Batangas comes alive in a burst of color and culture during the Mahaguyog Festival, held every last week of February, culminating on March 7th. This unique celebration seamlessly blends thanksgiving...
Since the Spanish colonization, Catholicism has been a great influence on the country's culture and identity. Today, the Philippines is the third-largest Catholic country in the world, with approximately 80% of its population identifying with their Catholic faith. One of the observances Catholics participate in is Lent, also called Lenten Season or Holy Week. Lent is a time of reflection, penance,...
Photo taken by Erickson Dela Cruz | Source: https://balletmanilaarchives.com/ Ballet Manila, the premier ballet company in the Philippines, known in the country and the world for their production of ballet masterpieces, is gearing up for its 26th performance season extravaganza. With a lineup of exciting and captivating ballet masterpieces, this season promises to be a treat for both ballet enthusiasts...
Get to Know Philippine's Most Influential Women for International Women's Day International Women's Day on March 8th holds special significance for Filipino women. It provides a platform to celebrate the achievements of women in the Philippines and around the world, acknowledge ongoing challenges, and advocate for gender equality. History of International Women's Day International Women's...
What happens at the Pamulinawen Festival? Discover the highlights and main events in this colorful cultural celebration in Laoag City. Photo source: https://laoagcity.gov.ph/tourism/festivals.html The Pamulinawen Festival, observed with great enthusiasm in the Philippines, holds significant cultural and historical importance. This extravagant festival celebrates the local heritage, paying homage...
What to Expect in Musikahan sa Tagum Festival Tagum City, a first-class component city and the capital city of Davao del Norte, comes alive each year with the melodious celebration of the Musikahan Festival. What started as a minor event has gracefully transformed into one of the nation's premier musical extravaganzas that gather thousands, captivating the hearts of locals and visitors...
Celebrating the Many Threads: National Arts Month 2024 Encourages Artistic Inclusivity Image taken by Derick McKinney, from Unsplash Arts and creativity are valued in Filipino society. From the literary arts to dramatic arts, visual arts, and all other allied arts, there is no shortage of display of the collective human imagination of Filipinos. Having a few cities (Baguio, Cebu, and Iloilo)...
Photo source: https://hicaps.com.ph/hot-air-balloon-festival/ Coming Back Anew: Guide to 2024 Philippine Hot Air Balloon Festival The Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta is more than just a meaningful event; it is a celebration of aviation, creativity, and camaraderie among people from all over the Philippines. This event, which had been on a three year hiatus owing to the epidemic,...
Galentine's Day Party Ideas In a world where romantic relationships often take center stage especially on Valentine's Day, the significance of a female friend group is sometimes overlooked. The bond between women friend groups is nothing short of magical – it's a source of support, laughter, and unwavering love. That is why celebrating these cherished connections, not just on Galentine's Day,...
Every pet owner can attest that their animals are as much part of their family as their human counterparts. Everyone can get positive experiences and have a meaningful relationship with their pet, whether that be a dog, cat, hamster, goldfish, or even reptile—even den animals are welcome to the party. When you have the right animals as companions, you're sure to find a best friend. National Love...
