Category : Cultural Exchange


Cebu Hotels Celebrate Chinese New Year with Festive Events

Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Shangri-La Mactan Resort & Spa welcomed the Year of the Fire Horse with traditional lion dances, eye-dotting ceremonies, and Yee Sang prosperity tosses, attended by local officials and international dignitaries.

Makinaugalingon Press Enters UNESCO Memory of the World

The historic Makinaugalingon Press has been officially inscribed in UNESCO's Memory of the World program, recognizing its vital role in documenting Western Visayas history and Hiligaynon literature during a ceremony in Iloilo City.

Bacolod Mayor Commends Masskara Dancers for Hong Kong Parade

Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya lauds the Masskara Festival dancers and officials for their exceptional performance at the 2026 Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade in Hong Kong, highlighting their role in promoting the city globally.

Ramadan in Philippines Officially Begins February 19

The holy month of Ramadan will officially commence on Thursday, February 19, in the Philippines, as confirmed by the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos following coordinated moon sighting efforts across multiple regions.

Ramadan 1447 H Starts February 19, 2026 in Philippines

Sheikh Abdulrauf A. Guialani, Bangsamoro Mufti, announces the start of Ramadan 1447 H on February 19, 2026, following moon-sighting activities. The declaration emphasizes unity and spiritual preparation for Muslim communities nationwide.

Pampanga Museum Unveils Felix Galura Exhibit for Arts Month

The Diosdado P. Macapagal Museum at Pampanga State University opens a mini exhibit on February 20, 2026, honoring Felix N. Galura's 160th birth anniversary. It highlights his roles as patriot and literary reformer, with free admission for all visitors.

Davao del Sur Museum Opens National Arts Month 2026

Davao del Sur Museum inaugurated National Arts Month 2026 with a vibrant celebration featuring local artists, performances, and exhibits, highlighting the province's cultural heritage and artistic talent.

Bucana Bridge Lights Up for Chinese New Year in Davao City

Davao City's Bucana Bridge was illuminated in festive colors on February 16, 2026, celebrating Chinese New Year and marking its second lighting since reopening. The event, led by Mayor Sebastian Duterte, emphasized unity and the bridge's role as a key inf

Rotary Week 2026 in Area 1 Marks 121st Anniversary

Rotary International commemorates its 121st founding anniversary through Rotary Week 2026 in Area 1, District 3860, from February 23 to March 1, 2026. The event, themed 'Unite for Good,' focuses on community service projects across Cebu, Bohol, Negros Ori

Lion and Dragon Dances Herald Chinese New Year in Cebu

The Hok San Lion and Dragon Dance Cebu performed a Fire Horse routine in Mandaue City, symbolizing luck and prosperity ahead of the Year of the Fire Horse. Companies hire troupes to invite fortune and ward off evil spirits for the new year.

Fire Horse Year 2026: Symbolism and Modern Meaning

The rare Year of the Fire Horse returns in 2026, bringing intense energy and cultural significance. Once feared as inauspicious, its traits are now celebrated as strengths of independence and resilience.

Mass Wedding for 86 Couples in Mexico Town

A Mexican town celebrated Valentine's Day with a mass wedding for 86 couples, officiated by the mayor, featuring a reception with gifts and a senior couple's union legalized after decades.

Sibonga Church Restoration After Typhoon Odette Begins

The restoration of the Nuestra Señora del Pilar church in Sibonga, a Level 2 historical site damaged by Typhoon Odette in 2021, has officially commenced. Governor Pamela Baricuatro and TIEZA GM Mark Lapid announced progress, with a P110 million budget all

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