Kaamulan Festival 2026 Set from March 19 to April 23, Grand Street Dancing Highlights April 18

The Kaamulan Festival is officially set to return in 2026, running from March 19 to April 23, bringing weeks of cultural celebration across Bukidnon. The festival’s most anticipated event, the Grand Street Dancing, Ground, and Float Competition and Parade of the 7 Ethnic Groups, will take place on April 18, 2026 (Saturday), showcasing the province’s rich indigenous heritage, music, and traditions.

Kaamulan Festival 2026 Brings Bukidnon’s Living Culture to the Spotlight

Recognized as Bukidnon’s premier cultural festival, Kaamulan highlights the unity and diversity of the province’s indigenous peoples. Organized by the Provincial Government, the festival gathers communities, performers, and visitors for weeks of activities rooted in tradition and shared identity.

Festival Schedule and Key Highlights

• Festival Duration: March 19 to April 23, 2026
• Main Highlight: Grand Street Dancing, Ground, and Float Competition
• Grand Parade Date: April 18, 2026 (Saturday)
• Participants: The 7 Ethnic Groups of Bukidnon

The Grand Parade remains the festival’s centerpiece, drawing large crowds as each ethnic group presents elaborate costumes, symbolic choreography, and floats inspired by ancestral stories and daily life.

Celebrating the Umayamnon Tribe

One of the featured groups is the Umayamnon Tribe, known for their highly nomadic culture and refined craftsmanship. The Umayamnon people are especially recognized for their intricate beadwork and brass jewelry, reflecting both artistry and cultural identity. They traditionally reside along the watershed of the Umayam River in the Municipality of Cabanglasan, where their customs remain closely tied to nature and mobility.

Photos and cultural highlights featuring the Umayamnon Tribe are credited to Bukidnon Kaamulan (Official) of PGO-PAIA.

Conclusion

Kaamulan Festival 2026 once again positions Bukidnon as a center of living heritage in Mindanao, uniting communities through tradition, performance, and shared history. With its month-long celebration and a highly anticipated Grand Parade on April 18, the festival offers locals and visitors alike a meaningful cultural experience rooted in identity and pride.

FAQ for Kaamulan Festival 2026

What are the dates of Kaamulan Festival 2026?
Kaamulan Festival 2026 will run from March 19 to April 23, 2026.

When is the Grand Street Dancing and Float Competition?
The Grand Street Dancing, Ground, and Float Competition and Parade will be held on April 18, 2026 (Saturday).

What is the significance of Kaamulan Festival?
Kaamulan celebrates the culture, traditions, and unity of Bukidnon’s seven indigenous ethnic groups.

Who are the Umayamnon Tribe?
The Umayamnon Tribe is a highly nomadic indigenous group known for beadwork and brass jewelry, living along the Umayam River watershed in Cabanglasan.

Where can the public get official updates?
Updates are available through the official Bukidnon Kaamulan and LGU Bukidnon social media pages.

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Celebrate Bukidnon’s Living Heritage

Kaamulan Festival 2026 invites everyone to witness authentic indigenous traditions through music, dance, and community spirit. By supporting the festival, visitors help preserve the cultural identity that continues to shape Bukidnon and Mindanao.