Explore Philippine Fiestas at SM City Baliwag

Mall goers will get a rare opportunity to experience the country’s colorful festivals as SM City Baliwag and Filipino Heritage Festival Inc. exhibits Philippine Fiestas which will run on May 21 to 27.

The display will showcase how the Philippines is known to be the “Land of Fiestas” with photos depicting the vivid culture of celebrating feasts across the country. It will also illustrate how the festive spirit of Filipinos strengthen the country’s rich history and tradition.

On display at SM City Baliwag’s Event Center are 32 vibrant images of festivals such as the Panagbenga in Baguio, Giant Lantern in Pampanga, Sinulog in Cebu, and Ati-Atihan in Aklan, among others.

Aimed to create consciousness, respect and pride for the legacies of Filipino cultural history, and love of country, the month of May was declared as National Heritage Month in accordance to President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo’s Proclamation No. 439 on 11 August 2003.