Festivals

CALACAtchara Festival

May 1 – 10
Calaca City

The name “Calacatchara” is a blend of Calaca (the city) and atchara, the dish that the town is famous for. The festival was launched around 2005 under Mayor Sofronio “Nas” Ona Jr., with the goal of reviving and promoting the atchara industry in Calaca, which had waned in popularity. Originally the festival’s schedule was tied to October, culminating on the feast day of St. Raphael the Archangel (October 24), who is the town’s patron saint. Over time, adjustments have been made: in more recent years, the festival has also been held in May to align with other city celebrations such as Calaca’s founding day (Araw ng Calaca).

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Sinukmani Festival

June 9
Rosario

The Sinukmani Festival of Rosario, Batangas, is a heartfelt celebration that honors both the town’s founding and its deep agricultural heritage. First held in 2005, the festival takes place every June 9, perfectly timed after the dry-season harvest. Rosario, known as the “Rice Granary of Batangas,” holds a long-standing reputation as a center of rice production, making the sinukmani—a sweet sticky rice delicacy made from glutinous rice, coconut milk, and sugar—a fitting symbol of its abundance and communal spirit.

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Balsa Festival

April 26
Lian

The Balsa Festival of Lian, Batangas, traces its origins to May 18, 2002, when it was first held at Matabungkay Beach as part of a community effort to restore the town’s identity and strengthen its presence on the tourism map. This coastal barangay, known for its clear waters and fine sand, has been a popular beach destination since the 1960s, making it the ideal setting for a festival that celebrates the town’s maritime culture and ingenuity.

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Tinapay Festival

November 7
Cuenca

The Tinapay Festival of Cuenca, Batangas, stands as a proud tribute to the town’s enduring legacy as the “Home of the Bakers.” Established in 2009, the festival was created to honor San Isidro Labrador, the patron saint of farmers and laborers, while also recognizing the skill, creativity, and industry of Cuenca’s bakers — individuals whose craftsmanship has defined the town’s identity for generations.

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Sigpawan Festival

August 15
Lemery

The Sigpawan Festival of Lemery stands as a heartfelt tribute to the town’s deep connection with the sea, agriculture, and faith. First celebrated in 2007, the festival was conceived as a thanksgiving event for the community’s blessings—its bountiful harvests, hardworking people, and enduring devotion. The name Sigpawan comes from the word sigpaw, a traditional scoop net used both in fishing and farming, symbolizing the livelihood that sustains the people of Lemery. 

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