14.

SALUBONG (Angono, Rizal)

Celebrates the reunion of the Risen Christ with the Virgin Mary.

APRIL

1. CUTUD LENTENRITES (San Fernando, Pampanga) 16-18 April

Prayer of a different meaning during the Lenten season, when villagers of San Pedro,
Cutud, engage in the act of self-flagellation. This ancient ritual is executed in the morning of
Good Friday during the Holy Week. Backs, arms, and legs are cut and then struck with burillo
beats. The climax to this occasion happens at midday, when penitents are literally nailed to their
waiting crosses.

2. KALILANG (Marawi City) April 10-1 5

The charter anniversary celebration of Marawi City. A celebration of Muslim culture,

including songs, dances, crafts and food.

3. KADAUGAN SA MACTAN (Cebu City) April 27

A complete reenactment of the Battle of Mactan, in which Magellan's Forces were

defeated by Lapu-lapu and his warriors, resulting in the death of the Spanish explorer.

4. TANDUYONG (San Jose City) 4th Sunday

A celebration of the harvest featuring colorful costumes and street dancing. Focuses on
the contribution of onions, garlic and other vegetables to the city's economy.

5. CONQUER MT. APO (Kapatagan, Davao Del Sur) April 1-5

A climbing expedition to the top of Mt. Apo, the country's highest peak.

6. BANKARERA (Penablanca, Cagayan) April 21

A boat rowing race held on the Pinacanauan river in Callao Caves Tourist Zone.

7. CASSAVA (Camotes Islands, Cebu) Last week of April

Highlights many uses of this root crop. Features cooking contests.

8. BINIRAYAN (San Jose, Antique) Late April

Celebrates the re-enactment of the landing of ten Bormeo Datus in 13th Century.

MAY

1. PASALAMAT LA CARLOTA 1st Sunday

Offers thanksgiving to God of Agriculture in Kanlaon Volcano.

2. TAPUSAN (Alitagtag, Batangas) month-long

Celebration to honor the Holy Cross.

3. BOHOL month long

Celebrations throughout theprovince, I where sumptuous feasts are prepared. All

Boholanos are expected to return home for the fiesta.

4. PISTA'Y DAYAT (Lingayen, Pangasinan) May 1

Celebrate rich harvested seafood in the province.