Festive Bukidnon: December Packed with Culture, Color, and Christmas Cheer

Mindanao’s Festive Spirit Shines in Bukidnon This December

The Bukidnon Provincial Tourism Office has released its December calendar featuring a diverse range of cultural gatherings and Christmas celebrations. These activities highlight the province’s unity and creativity while welcoming the holiday season.

Key Festivals and Events Across Bukidnon

Below are the scheduled events for December as provided by various Local Government Units:

• Dec 1 – Manolo Fortich Christmas Lighting Ceremony; 4th Ilawan sa Kalilangan Festival Opening; Pasko sa Quezon Lights On; Salilay ta Napalit in Pangantucan
• Dec 4 – Libona Christmas Theme Lighting Ceremony
• Dec 4-5 – Christmas Lighting in Malaybalay City (City Hall and Plaza Rizal)
• Dec 5 – Talakag Christmas Lighting; Pangantucan Christmas Lighting and Christmas Village; Don Carlos Christmas Lighting
• Dec 5-6 – Lantapan Night Cafe (also Dec 12-13, 15-23, 26-28)
• Dec 6 – Siha te Damulog; Pasko sa Kibawe Lighting Joy, Peace, and Unity
• Dec 8 – Town Fiesta in Kibawe, Manolo Fortich, and Impasugong (Feast of the Immaculate Conception)
• Dec 9 – Panglibatuhan Festival in Valencia City (until Jan 12, 2026)
• Dec 10-31 – Lantapan Festival of Lights: Candy Land
• Dec 12 – Lantapan Town Fiesta (Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe)
• Dec 13-30 – December Nightly Activities in Sumilao
• Dec 14 – Kadisnon Festival and Light a Tree in Malitbog; Kadingilan Christmas Lighting
• Dec 16-31 – Impasugong Christmas Lighting Activities
• Dec 20 – Layanen Ritual Ceremony in Pangantucan; Lechon Festival in Malipayon
• Dec 22 – Hudyaka sa Cabanglasan 2025 Grand Finale Night

These events reflect Bukidnon’s rich traditions and its communities’ shared commitment to preserving cultural identity while creating lively spaces for residents and visitors.

Highlight: Kadisnon Festival of Malitbog

Featured in the photo highlight, the Kadisnon Festival honors the Saging Kadisnon banana variety—one of Malitbog’s finest agricultural products. The festival brings together locals and guests through:

• Vibrant cultural dances
• Creative costumes inspired by local produce
• Food offerings and local delicacies
• Souvenirs showcasing Malitbog’s craftsmanship

Explore Mindanao’s Celebrations This Holiday Season

From cultural rituals to vibrant night markets and Christmas lighting ceremonies, Bukidnon invites everyone to experience a December filled with color, culture, and community spirit.