Before the Kadayawan Festival became a major event, ethnic
tribes of Davao gather at the foot of Mt. Apo to perform a ritual, offering
farm products, fruits, vegetable, and rice, that served as gifts to give thanks towards
the pagan gods, Manama (the Supreme being) and Bulan ( a moon deity).
Today, Filipinos celebrate Kadayawan with many of them singing;
have parades with beautiful floral floats, street-dancing (it serves as a
competition) and other exhibitions that showcase the island’s culture.
August 2, 2019 was the official start of the Festival but
don’t fret! The month-long celebration of bountiful harvest has many events in every
part of Davao City. Check out the schedule below:
DATE
|
EVENTS
|
VENUE
|
August 1-31 (10AM-10PM)
|
KADAYAWAN VILLAGE
|
Magsaysay Park
|
August 1-31 (8AM-6PM)
|
AGRI-TRADE FAIR- display of green
produce, flavor, and creation by the Floriculture Industry of Davao, Inc.
|
McArthur Highway
|
August 2 Friday
(3:30PM)
|
MISA PASASALAMAT (THANKSGIVING MASS) – opening mass
|
Magsaysay Park
|
August 2 Friday
(4:30PM)
|
SUBANG SINUGDANAN UG PAG-ABLI SA KADAYAWAN- re-enactment of
convergence and official opening ceremony of Kadayawan Festival
|
Magsaysay Park
|
August 2-25 (6PM-10PM)
|
KADAYAWAN SA DAVAO 3D LIGHT SHOW
|
City Hall
|
August 2-4, 9-11,
16-18, 23-25 (6PM-11PM)
|
TABUAN SA KADAYAWAN- a weekend market that features food, plants, arts, dry
goods, and Kadayawan-inspired products
|
Sta. Ana Wharf
|
August 3 Saturday (8AM)
|
MUGNA KADAYAWAN- an on-the-spot wall art competition that narrates Davao
community
|
Sta. Ana Wharf
|
August 3-4, 10, 17-18
every Saturday and Sunday (5:30PM)
|
BANTAWAN CULTURAL PRESENTATION- a celebration to
showcase the artisanal, food and cultural performances of the 11-Tribes.
|
Magsaysay Park
|
August 9, 2019 Friday
(8AM-9PM)
|
ARAW NG MGA EMPLEYADO- A fun-filled day for the City Government employees
|
Rizal Park
|
August 10-11 Saturday-
Sunday (5AM)
|
KADAYAWAN DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
|
Sta. Ana Wharf
|
August 9, 2019 Friday
(8AM-9PM)
|
HABI KADAYAWAN- a fashion accessories and apparel design competition
|
Abreeza Ayala Mall
|
August 11 Sunday (3PM)
|
HIYAS SA KADAYAWAN CORONATION- a prestigious search
for the symbolic Festival Gem
|
RMC Petro Gazz Arena
|
August 16 Friday (8AM)
|
DULA KADAYAWAN- experiential activity for tourists to interact with the
tribes through their games
|
People’s Park
|
August 16 Friday (2PM)
|
SAYAW KADAYAWAN- An artistic fanfare of folklores, traditions and cultural
practices inspired by the 11-Tribes through dance
|
SM City Davao
|
August 17 Saturday
(7AM)
|
INDAK-INDAK SA KADAYAWAN- Street-dancing
competition
|
Roxas Ave. to Kadayawan
Square
|
August 21-25 Wed-Sun
(9AM-10PM)
|
KADAYAWAN FARMER’S MARKET
|
Magsaysay Park
|
August 23 Friday (7PM)
|
TUNOG KADAYAWAN- a song writing competition to showcase the living
heritage of the City
|
Matina Town Square
|
August 24 Saturday
(7AM)
|
PAMULAK SA KADAYAWAN- highlights the abundance of Davao Region’s flora and
fauna presented with artistry interpreted in decorative floats
|
Roxas Ave. to Kadayawan
Square
|
August 24 Saturday
(7AM)
|
PITIK KADAYAWAN- a drumbeating competition
|
Roxas Ave. to Kadayawan
Square
|
August 24 Saturday
(6PM)
|
TAMBAYAYONG KADAYAWAN- performances of traditional dances and songs from
different ETHNO-linguistic groups featuring the grand winners of the various
Kadayawan competitions
|
San Pedro Street
|
Note: Schedule of
following events may change prior to notice.
As a responsible traveler, here are a few reminders before
you go to the event:
DO’S
|
DON’TS
|
Use a hat, fan and/or
umbrella
|
No Smoking in Public
places
|
Choose a shady spot
|
Avoid Bringing of
infants or Small Children
|
Bring an extra shirt
|
Avoid bringing of
backpacks or any big bags
|
Bring some candies,
crackers or other small snacks
|
No ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
in the premises
|
Make sure to bring
water in a TRANSPARENT TUMBLER
|
No usage of Laser Light
|
Use Pedestrian crossing
lanes
|
NO BOMB JOKES
|
Drones are NOT ALLOWED
except to those who security clearances
|
Do not bring any type
of FIREARMS or SHARP OBJECTS
|
Take off your jacket
and sunglasses when you go through an inspection area
|
NO LITTERING in the
premises
|
Be prepared to travel on foot, big festivals like the
Kadayawan usually closes major roads to give way to performances and parades. Always
keep in mind that this is a GRAND festival!
Oh, and iconic Davao fruits are in season so you better try out (or buy in bulk)
durian, mangosteen, rambutan, and lanzones! If you're in the There are also
restaurants in the city will surely have special offers, so go on food tripping and try out the local delicacies of Davao City!
Now, if you want some other ideas on what to do in Davao
other than celebrating the Kadayawan festival, check out our blog here:
6 SITES TO EXPLORE ON YOUR NEXT DAVAO ADVENTURE
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