JANUARY 2013 MAJOR FESTIVALS

LIST OF MAJOR FESTIVALS OF REGION XII

As of 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 today is, despite their cultural diversity.  Hence, the termed “the melting pot of cultures and the land of peace loving people.”

For more information:

Hon. Peter B. Miguel

City Mayor

Koronadal City

083-2282438/2284141

photo by: SAIMA SAMBUTUAN

January 16-17, Halad sa Sto. Niño

@ Midsayap, Cotabato Province

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

For more information:

Mr. RALPH RYAN RAFAEL

Tourism Coordinator

Cotabato Provincial Capitol

Amas, Kidapawan City

Tel. No. (064) 278 7053

January 29-30, 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)”

For more information:

Mr. LARRY  ASPARIN

Sarangani Tourism & Investment Promotion

Office of the Governor

Sarangani Provincial Capitol

Alabel, Sarangani

Tel. No. (083) 508 2195

MAITUM BANGSI FESTIVAL HERE I COME...

Red marked over the dates of January 26 – 27 as the 5^th Maitum Bangsi Festival. This is one the most awaited festival I’ve wanted to witness again.

REASONS WHY I LOVE MAITUM BANGSI FESTIVAL:

1. People are very warm and accommodating
2. Gifted place – lots of adventures to experience. 
3. Delicious foods prepared by Ate Beth ( Cresing’s Food Products ) 
4. Meets most of the famous photographers of General Santos City and Saranggani Province. 
5. And of course the marinated bangsi fish, yum yum…

And now am looking forward for Ate Beth invitations and warm accommodations, he he he… love you Ate Beth Palma Gil.

Maitum Bangsi Festival . . . here I come!!!

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).

MUNATO FESTIVAL - SARANGANI SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES 2011

November 24-26 2011

Continuing Events      

EVENT	LOCATION
Fabli Gu Ni (Municipal Showcase)	Municipal Village
MunaTo and Tri-People Exhibit	ECPC Building
Photo Exhibit	Capitol Building Lobby
Moro Pangingadan and Kadtigi sa Kapangiluto (Moro Cottages and Traditional Delicacies)	In front of Kasfala Hall
MunaTo Arcade	In front of RTC and NGA Building
Wall Climbing and Zip Line	In front of ECPC Building
Karnabal sa Kapitolyo	In front of ECPC Building

   November 24, 2011

7:00 am	Provincial Meet 2011	Grandstand
	MunaTo Fun Run	Poblacion, Alabel - Capitol
8:00 am	Drum & Lyre Competition	In front of the Capitol
1:00 pm	Sayaw Hugyaw sa Kalinaw: Cheerdance Competition	In front of the Capitol
4:00 pm	Heroes Welcome	Buayan Bridge to Capitol
5:00 pm	-       PANAGTIGUM (Opening Ceremonies of the 19th Foundation Anniversary and 9th MunaTo festival -       Outstanding Sarangani -       Tribute to the Champ -       Light a Tree	In front of the Capitol
	Opening of: -       Fabli Gu Ni: Municipal Showcase -       MunaTo and tri-people Exhibit -       Photo Exhibit -       Moro Pangingandan and Kadtigi sa kapangiluto (Moro Cottages & Traditional Delicacies)	-      Municipal Village -      ECPC Bldg. -      Capitol Lobby -      In front of Kasfala Hall
7:00 pm	-       Gala Night -       Battle of the bands	-      Provincial Gym -      In front of the Capitol

  November 25, 2011

8:00 am	-       Employees Day -       Employees field Demonstration	In front of the Capitol
10:00 am	Naming Ceremony for Sarangani Capitol Bldg.:  A Tribute to James L. Chiongbian	Capitol Building
12:00nn	Salo-salo sa Kapitolyo	In front of the Capitol
7:00 pm	Pearl of Sarangani with GMA Kapuso Artist	Capitol Gym

November 26, 2011

8:00 am	-      Motocross -      1st Munato Festival Eco-Trek	-       Dep-Ed Grounds -       Antayan Waterfalls, Brgy. Pag-Asa, Alabel
9:00 am	Cultural Presentation	In front of the Capitol
1:00 pm	Street Dancing Competition (Open)	In front of the Capitol
7:00 pm	-       MunaTo Concert -       Street Party and Fireworks Display	In front of the Capitol

 November 27, 2011

8:00 am

-      1st MunaTo Scooter Circuit Shootout Competition 2011, 4th Leg -      2nd MunaTo Mt. Bike Downhill Challenge 2011 -      1st MunaTo Festival Eco-Trek Brgy. Pag-Asa, Alabel

-       Capitol Complex -       SAFI Ranch Siguel, Maasim -       Antayan Waterfalls, Brgy. Pag-Asa, Alabel

  For inquiries, please contact the secretariat:

SARANGANI TOURISM AND INVESTMENT PROMOTION CENTER

Telefax: (083) 508-5230 0r 5244

Email: stipc@yahoo.com.ph

www.sarangani.gov.ph