Apparently, Palawan’s nature-given wonders paved its way to the popularity it now enjoys. Today, Palawan has become one of the most well-loved and frequently visited places throughout the world. However, Palawan’s pride does not only end with their magnificent natural wonders.

There is much to Palawan than just these scenic views. Its rich and diverse culture is the foundation of the many festivals that it yearly holds. While planning a visit to the country’s last ecological frontier, be sure not to miss any of these festivals.

1. Arawedan Festival – is an event that showcases the several tourist attractions of the place, the beaches, marine reserves and parks. This is held from January 23 to 24 in Port Barton in San Vicente, Palawan.
2. Puerto Princesa Foundation Day – held every March 4, the date when the cityhood of Puerto Princesa was declared. Various games and sports competitions are the event’s highlight. There is also a trade fair where different traders, fishermen and businessmen participate in an exchange of products. Of course, parades, floats and merry-making all throughout the day will never be absent.
3. Pagdiwata Ritual Festival – another festival in Palawan that should not be missed is the Pagdiwata Tribal Ritual. This event is a tribal ritual practiced by the local residents. The locals show their gratitude to God for the bountiful blessings they continuously receive and at the same this ritual serves as a prayer for the healing of the ill people of the province. This is celebrated on the month of December when the moon is bright and full at the town of Aborlan.
4. Lambay Festival – is an old festival which is still celebrated until now. This festival is held to celebrate the start of the hunting and gathering season during the old times. In the recent years, the Lambay Festival is observed by the people as a festivity for spring.
5. Baragatan Festival – hosted by Puerto Princesa City every June 17 to 23, the event is celebrated to commemorate the establishment of the local government. This festival has been known to become the festival of festivals in the whole province of Palawan as it brings out all the people from the other towns, cities and municipalities together in one grand celebration. Each locale then presents its own native songs, dances, folktales and floats all throughout the week. There is also a trade fair where different traders, fishermen and businessmen participate in an exchange of goods.
6. Cuyo Fiesta – held every August, this event is very similar to the Ati-Atihan Festival. The participants will need to blacken their skins and dance to the musical beat of the drums.

May it be adventure or merry-making that you are after, surely there is one waiting for you at Palawan, a place no one else can be at par with.

Be thrilled…Be at peace…Have fun at Palawan!