My Iloilo

When: September 1 Where: Leon, Iloilo, Philippines Harvest and tribe competition.

When: May 3 Where: Pavia, Iloilo, Philippines A parade of 18 gaily decorated bamboo sleds and race among carroza-pulling carabaos pm a 400 meter course.

When: April 25 Where: Estancia, Iloilo, Philippines A tribute to fisherman of Estancia. It is a celebration calls for ultimate cooperation and soul of “Bayanihan” among their neighboring town.

When: April 16 to 18 Where: Concepcion, Iloilo, Philippines A three day festivity to commemorate “Earth Day Celebration” which features fluvial parade, tree planting, and other environment educational activities.

When: March 27 to 31 Where: Guimbal, Iloilo, Philippines The magic of Gimba (drum) and the Bantayan (watchtower) are features of festival. It features dance drama, drum, float, street dancing, cultural shows, beauty pageant, paraw and boat racing, fluvial parade, musical concerts, and a lot more.

When: March 25 Where: Calinog, Iloilo, Philippines Usually done during Holy week. A religious dramatization of the sufferings, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

When: March 13 Where: Barotac Viejo, Iloilo, Philippines Depiction of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

When: March 13 Where: Passi City, Iloilo, Philippines A festival depicting the history of Passi. A colorful (Pinta) celebration of how Passi got its name.

When: First Sunday of March Where: Iloilo City, Philippines A race among native outriggers in the strait between Guimaras Island and Iloilo City.

When: February 2 Where: Jaro, Iloilo City, Philippines Known as Candelaria for the locals. A feast in honor of Nuestra Señora de Candelaria. Blessing of the candles and procession is done.