Siquijor is known of its fine beaches, falls and scenic views. You can do so many things in the island in one day and find yourself doing another thing the next day because there are still a lot to discover and a lot to experience. Aside from mentioned above, there’s one more thing people shouldn’t miss in this beautiful island – FIESTA . Fiesta is a Spanish word for “feast”, “festival”, or “party”. It is a day in celebration of a certain place’s patron saint. Most fiestas starts with a mass, then followed by the traditional activities – street parades and performance, dances, home owners open their house offer food for everyone and of course, party at night. It is just a one-day celebration but there are a lot of activities prior to the major event. Example of these activities are basketball and volleyball tournaments and beauty pageants. These activities are well-planned by the organizers (mostly LGU) and is something to look forward to. The day before fiesta is called the Vesperas. This is when the preparations, such as decorations and cooking of food, are made. Also, some locals already open their house for visitors and offer buffet meal. Street parades mostly include LGUs (Local Government Unit) and NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations), schools’ drum and lyre band and festival dance contingents. Festival dances are cultural dances performed by locals in honor of a Patron Saint or in thanksgiving of a bountiful harvest. If you get the chance to attend a fiesta and you are a party-lover, it is recommended to experience a dance or disco (locally known as “bayle”) which is mostly held in basketball courts and capital square where everyone is dancing through the lively music. Below is the list of Festivals in Siquijor and when it is celebrated: Dilaab Festival (Siquijor) * October 3 – 4 Bugwas Festival (San Juan) * August 27 – 28 Saging Festival (Lazi) * May 14 – 15 Lubi Festival (Maria) * May 20 – 21 Pamukad Festival (Enrique Villanueva) * July 15 – 16 Canoan Festival (Larena) * May 2 – 3 Siquijor, also known as “Isla del Fuego”, is named such not because there are a lot of volcanoes or anything related with that, but because of the island’s mystic fireflies, thus giving birth to the island’s capital town fiesta – the Dilaab Festival. Fiesta Celebrations Around Siquijor Island Municipality Barangay Main Fiesta Segunda Devoto Siquijor (October 3-4) Sabang August 15-16 Luyang August 15 – 16 Cang-Agong April 14-15 Banban August 15-16 Pili August 15-16 Canghunoghunog May 14-15 Luzong September 26 Olo August 15-16 May 13 Tacloban August 15-16 Cantabon June 12-13 December 30 Cangmatnog September 26 Cang-atuyom September 9-10 Cang-asa September 9-10 Ponong Septmeber 29 Tebjong 2nd Sunday in Nov. San Antonio June 12-13 Cang-inte May 14-15 Cang-isad January 23-24 Tacdog October 3-4 May 2-3 Pulangyuta October 3-4 1st Saturday in Sept. Ibabao January 24 Lambojon September 9-10 Cangmohao October 3-4 February 11 Songculan October 3-4 Cang-adieng September 26-27 Bolos October 3-4 Last Saturday in May Caipilan May 14-15 Tambisan Deccember 17-18 Pasihagon January 14-15 June 17-18 Cang-alwang January 14-15 Tongo January 14-15 Tinago January 14-15 Caticugan January 14-15 September 13 Dumanhog October 3-4 January 5-6 Calalinan October 3-4 April 14-15 Canal October 3-4 Last Saturday in Nov. Poblacion October 3-4 Pangi October 3-4 May 6-7 Candanay Sur October 3-4 April 29 Candanay Norte October 3-4 March 18-19 Caitican October 3-4 Last Saturday in May Panlautan January 23-24 Larena ( May 2-3) Nonoc May 2-3 Cangbagsa May 2-3 January 14-15 Poblacion Sur May 2-3 Poblacion Norte May 2-3 Helen May 2-3 Bagacay May 2-3 Canlambo May 2-3 Taculing May 21-22 Cangmalalag June 29 Sandugan June 29 Cabulihan May 15-16 Ponong Oct 11-12 Balolang March 18-19 Canlasog January 14-15 Bontod May 2-3 Calunasan November 27-28 Bintangan November 27-28 Basac November 27-28 Catamboan November 27-28 Cang-apa November 1 June 13 Candigum January 9-10 Sabang May 2-3 Cang-allas May 2-3 Enrique Villanueva ( July 15 – 16 ) Bitaug August 15-16 Lomangcapan July 15-16 Tulapos July 15-16 May 3 Poblacion July 15-16 Mananao October 12 Bolot July 15-16 Bino-ongan July 15-16 Camogao July 15-16 August 30 Balolong March 18-19 Parian July 15-16 Olave July 15-16 September 10 Cangmangki July 15-16 Lotloton July 15-16 Maria ( May 23-24) Bogo May 24 Olang May 24 Poblacion Norte May 24 Poblacion Sur May 24 Looc May 24 Cantaroc A May 24 Cantaroc B May 24 Sawang May 24 Candaping A May 24 Candaping B December 12 Nabutay November 25 Liloan March 19 Minalunan January 15 Saguing January 15 Logucan September 10 Cangtugbas May 24 Calunasan December 8 Pisong A May 24 Pisong B May 3 Cabal-asan February 11 Bonga August 15 Licoan August 15 Lazi (May 14-15) Simacolong December 8 Tigbawan […]
Read MoreExperience Siquijor like never before. Siquijor has been well-known for its tranquil beaches, astonishing waterfalls, amazing people and many more. The island has been a favorite destination to tourists, both local and international. They are all been captivated by the island’s mystique and beauty. And now, Siquijor will be adding new offerings to make your vacation worthwhile – Capilay’s Spring Cuisine and Leisure Park. Capilay’s Spring has been considerably improved to add excitement, thrill and fun to your vacation in the beautiful island of Siquijor. It will surely revitalize and refresh your view of the mysterious and striking Island of Fire. Amenities. The park boasts on its clean and safe spring water where you can refresh yourselves on this scorching hot summer. Life jackets and floaters, as well as lifeguards are always available to give you peace-of-mind when enjoying the cold spring. You and your kids will surely love the park’s paddle and electrical bumper boats. To satisfy the thrill-seeking you: watersport activities, walking waterball , wall climbing and many more is offered for you. Wi-fi is also installed in the park to keep you online and brag your fun memories in facebook, twitter and instagram. Food. Whether you are looking for city food or seeking for a more thrilling exotic food, Capilay’s Spring Cuisine and Leisure Park will surely gratify your palette. The park will be offering a variety of dishes in their menu ranging from city food to local and native Filipino dishes to a more exciting and exotic Siquijodnon cuisines. You will never go hungry in the park; whether you are just relaxing or trying the exciting activities the park is offering. In short, Capilay’s Spring Cuisine will surely educate your taste bud. Security. Aside from providing a high-class experience, your security and safety is on the top priority of Capilay’s Spring Cuisine and Leisure Park. Lifeguards will be available to keep your swimming worry-free. CCTV cameras are installed all around the premises. Capilay’s Spring Cuisine and Leisure Park has many fun-filled and exciting activities in stored for you. From live and acoustic bands, videoke challenge to fire dance showcase and many more. The Capilay’s Spring Cuisine and Leisure Park will surely redefine your first impression of Siquijor Island and will make your vacation worthwhile. Make sure you add Capilay’s Spring Cuisine and Leisure Park in your itinerary when you visit the beautiful island of fire and magic — Siquijor. For inquiries please send an SMS or Call +639357572271. Facebook: www.facebook.com/Capilay123SanJuan Instagram: www.instagram.com/capilayspringcuisineleisure [wdi_feed id=”5″]
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