Catanduanes' festivals and events

FESTIVAL:

DINAHIT FESTIVAL
July 30-31 at Panda Catanduanes
October 24-25 in Virac Catanduanes

The celebration commemorates the first migrant to the island province of Catanduanes using the Dinahit Sea Craft. The celebration is being done thru dinahit racing (Layag) with different racing categories and style. It is usually participated in by fishermen from the town of Pandan or from the entire municipality of the province.

CATANDUNGAN FESTIVAL
October 23-26

The festival celebrates the province's anniversary and tribute to its founders to continuously remind the people of Catanduanes of the Province's Independence from the Province of Albay. The celebration features street dance-Pantomina, Agro-trade fair, guided tours and other activities that speaks of the province's cultural heritage. This festival is held every 24th of October in Virac Catanduanes.

SPECIAL EVENT:

ANNUAL SURFING COMPETITION

This special event is held during the months of September to October at Puraran, Baras, Catanduanes. The surfing competition is participated by local and foreign tourists in the province.