Kinuyog Festival

December 14-16
Calatagan

The Kinuyog Festival is an annual celebration in Calatagan, Batangas held in mid-December (around December 14–16). It commemorates the town’s rich coastal heritage, particularly the dried rabbitfish known locally as “kuyog,” and reflects the community’s tradition of fishing, drying and sharing this local produce. As the name suggests (“kinuyog” meaning “gathered” or “to gather”), the festival brings together residents and visitors alike to celebrate Calatagan’s collective identity and bounty.

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Tumba Festival

November 1
San Luis

The Tumba Festival of San Luis, Batangas is a unique local celebration held every November 1, coinciding with All Saints’ Day. Known as the “Candle Festival”, it is deeply rooted in the town’s tradition of honoring the departed through prayer, light, and remembrance. The name “tumba,” which refers to the piles or displays of candles, reflects the festival’s central theme—offering light for the souls of loved ones who have passed away. Over time, this observance has grown from a solemn community practice into a symbol of faith and cultural identity for the people of San Luis.

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El Pasubat Festival

March 14-16
Taal

The El Pasubat Festival is a vibrant annual celebration held every April in the heritage town of Taal, Batangas. The name “El Pasubat” is an acronym that stands for Empanada, Longganisa, Panutsa, Suman, Barong Tagalog, Balisong, and Tapa—the town’s most well-known products and crafts. In some versions, it also includes Tamales, Tawilis, and Tulingan, further showcasing the diverse bounty of Taal. 

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Kambingan Festival

June 6
Tuy

The Kambingan Festival, held in Tuy, Batangas, is a celebration that highlights the town’s deep-rooted connection to goat-raising, one of its primary economic activities. Although relatively modern compared to older, religion-based festivals in the Philippines, it holds significant cultural and historical value for the community. The festival is usually celebrated annually in August to coincide with Tuy’s founding anniversary on August 12, 1866. A recent celebration was also held on June 5-6.

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Tawilis Festival

October 24
Agoncillo

The Tawilis Festival was first celebrated in 2009 as Agoncillo’s official entry to the province-wide Ala Eh Festival, also known as the Festival of Festivals in Batangas. Over time, it evolved into a major local celebration that showcases the town’s pride, unity, and gratitude for the lake that sustains its people.

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