November

Tinindag Festival

November 11
Taysan

The Tinindag Festival is an annual event in Taysan, Batangas, held in celebration of the town’s founding anniversary and its distinctive local industry — the manufacture of bamboo barbecue sticks (known locally as “tindagan”). The festival was launched on the occasion of Taysan’s 100th founding anniversary, transforming a humble cottage-industry into a symbol of community pride and local identity. The making of bamboo sticks is a long-standing activity in Taysan’s barangays, combining family tradition, livelihood, and cultural heritage.

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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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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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