MAJOR FESTIVAL FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2012

  MAJOR FESTIVALS OF REGION XII

JANUARY 2012

January 10 – Araw ng Koronadal “Hinugyaw Festival”

@ Koronadal City, South Cotabato

Highlighting the Foundation Anniversary of koronadal, Hinugyaw Festival is a celebration of the different cultures that has dwelled on this fertile valley. Activities tell how the historical stream of settlers coming from the different parts of the country had rolled up and contribute to what Koronadal City today is, despite their cultural diversity. Hence, the termed “the melting pot of cultures and the land of peace loving people.”

photo from: koronadal.gov.ph

January 14-15 – Halad sa Sto. Nino

@Midsayap, Cotabato Province

One of the most celebrated fiesta in the Province of Cotabato that give honor to the holy child “Sr. Sto. Nino”.  Aside from the religious rites, the event is made dynamic by street dancing and theater parade.

January 26-27 – Bangsi Festival

@ Maitum, sarangani

This festival celebrates the abundance of fish locally known as “Bangsi” (flying fish). A year round abundant catch made dried fish a thriving industry in the locality. It made the place famous for its bangsi products (OTOP).