{"id":291,"date":"2025-08-28T14:06:44","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T06:06:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viajekita.com\/blogs\/?post_type=events&p=291"},"modified":"2026-05-07T08:41:43","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T00:41:43","slug":"ibalong-festival-2025","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/viajekita.com\/blogs\/events\/ibalong-festival-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Ibalong Festival 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

From the epic heroes Baltog, Handyong, and Bantong<\/strong> to the enduring spirit of Albay, the Ibalong Festival 2025<\/strong> comes alive this September 6<\/strong> at the Old Airport Grounds, Legazpi City<\/strong>. Celebrate culture, community, and music in a powerful finale featuring Ebe Dancel<\/strong> and P-Pop sensation BINI<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Festival Kick-Off<\/h3>\n
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    August 22<\/strong> \u2013 Grand Opening Parade<\/strong> featuring colorful floats, street dancers, and mythical characters from the Ibalong Epic. Festival officially opens with a Holy Mass and kick-off activities.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Major Highlights & Daily Events<\/h3>\n

    August 21 \u2013 September 6<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      Ibalong Agri-Trade Fair<\/strong> \u2013 Showcasing local products and innovations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Shades of Strength Exhibit<\/strong> \u2013 A month-long art exhibit for a cause at Mama Rose Hotel (Aug 29 \u2013 Sept 30).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      August 23<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        Ibalong Art Workshop for Kids (Day 1)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Ibalong Softball Tournament (Day 1)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        August 24<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          Ibalong Tattoo Expo 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          1st Ibalong Festival National Airsoft Tournament: Legazpi Siege<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Ibalong Art Workshop for Kids (Day 2)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Ibalong Festival Open Karatedo Championship<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Softball Tournament (Day 2)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          August 25<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            1st Mayor\u2019s Cup Karatedo Championship<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Baile de Ibalong<\/em> Regional Dance Showdown<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            August 26<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              Vocal Warriors: The Ibalong Sing-Off<\/em> 2025 (Auditions)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              August 26 \u2013 28<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                Regional Association of Education Learners Congress | LC3 & Legazpi Expo Center<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                August 29 \u2013 31<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                  Ibalong Festival Beach Volleyball League | Sawangan Park, Legazpi Boulevard<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  August 30 \u2013 31<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                    Dragon Boat Race | Legazpi City Boulevard<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    August 31 \u2013 September 1<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                      Tahanang Tanghalan<\/em> Shows | Legazpi City Convention Center<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      September 1<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                        1st Ibalong Digital Animation Competition | Pacific Mall<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        September 1 \u2013 5<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                          2nd Ibalong Festival International 9-Ball Billiard Tournament<\/p>\n

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                            With legends Efren \u201cBata\u201d Reyes<\/strong> and Mickey Krause (The Viking)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            September 3<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                              Vocal Warriors: The Ibalong Sing-Off<\/em> 2025 \u2013 Grand Finals<\/strong> | Ayala Malls Legazpi<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                              Grand Finale<\/h3>\n

                              September 6<\/strong> \u2013 Closing Night at Old Airport Grounds featuring:<\/p>\n

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                                Ebe Dancel<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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                                BINI Live Concert<\/strong> (P-Pop sensation)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                Why You Should Come to Ibalong Festival 2025?
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                                \nExperience the Ibalong Festival 2025 in Legazpi City\u2014where arts, sports, culture, and music come alive! From tattoo expos and dragon boat races to international billiards, every day is packed with excitement. Don\u2019t miss the grand finale concert featuring Ebe Dancel and P-Pop sensation BINI\u2014making this year\u2019s Ibalong the most unforgettable celebration yet!
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