The Barangay Baring in Lapu-Lapu City celebrated the Panurista Festival 2026 successfully on June 15, 2026, paying tribute to the tourism industry. Participants donned colorful costumes inspired by the sea and the island-hopping culture, showcasing their talent and community pride through creative street dancing performances that depicted the friendliness, unity, and cultural identity of the residents.
Government Support and Collaboration
The Lapu-Lapu City Government, led by Mayor Cindi King-Chan, together with Barangay Baring Officials and SK Officials, collaborated to make the festival a success. The event highlighted the community's spirit and commitment to promoting local tourism.
Panurista Festival 2026 Winners
The following are the winners of the Panurista Festival 2026:
- Grand Champion: Tribu Maabi-abihon sa Barangay Caw-oy
- 1st Runner-Up: Banay sa Masadyaong JEN Production
- 2nd Runner-Up: Tribu sa Nagkahiusang Mananayaw sa Barangay Santa Rosa
Special Awards
- Best in Musicality: Tribu Maabi-abihon sa Barangay Caw-oy
- Best in Costume: Tribu Maabi-abihon sa Barangay Caw-oy
- Best in AVP: Banay sa Masadyaong JEN Production
Street Dancing Category
- Grand Champion: Tribu Maabi-abihon sa Barangay Caw-oy
- 1st Runner-Up: Mahigugma Banay sa Team OST Production
- 2nd Runner-Up: Banay sa Masadyaong JEN Production
Panurista Festival Queen 2026 Winners
The festival also crowned its queen:
- Festival Queen 2026: Regine Regidor
- 1st Runner-Up: Jenila Maranga Agusto
- 2nd Runner-Up: Jane Mary Ngujo
Special Awards for Festival Queen
- Best in Production Number: Regine Regidor
- Best in Festival Queen Costume: Jane Mary Ngujo
- Best in Solo Performance: Jenila Maranga Agusto
- Miss Photogenic: Loury Kate Encabo
- Miss Social Media Award: Jenila Maranga Agusto
- Best in Group Production: Jenila Maranga Agusto
- Best in Solo Performance: Jenila Maranga Agusto
