Category: Culture
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Coordination Meeting For The 2025 Kasadyahan Sa Kabanwahanan
The Iloilo Provincial Government is hosting for the second time the Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan on January 25, 2025 which will showcase the different festivals in the province. It is one of the highlights of the 2025 Dinagyang Festival. #FunFoodieFriendlyILOILO #MoRProGResILOILO
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Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebrated In Iloilo
Despite challenging weather conditions, the Casa Real de Iloilo was alive with celebration as the Province of Iloilo commemorated Indigenous Peoples’ Day today, honoring the rich cultural heritage and rights of Indigenous communities. The program highlighted the significance of the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) of 1997, which acknowledges the rights of Indigenous peoples to…
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Asian Traveller Magazine Visits Iloilo
Publishing staff of Asian Traveller Magazine paid a courtesy visit on Gov. Toto Defensor on Oct. 17, 2024 as they check out tourist destinations in the province of Iloilo. They are Gabriel Dela Cruz, publisher and executive editor; Aida Dela Cruz, managing editor; Ana Feliza Elegado Lorenzo; and writer Mark Go. They were assisted by…
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Iloilo Gives Warm Welcome To ASEAN Committee And Culture Ministers
The Iloilo Province and Iloilo City Government of Iloilo co-hosted a dinner reception for the 25th Meeting of the ASEAN Committee and Culture Ministers on September 11, 2024. Governor Arthur Defensor Jr. through Provincial Administrator Raul Banias warmly welcomed the delegates, highlighting the pivotal role of the region’s commitment to fostering cultural exchange and collaboration.…
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Official Opening Of Local Trade & Artisan Fair In Celebration Of The Linggo Ng Kabataan 2024
Date: August 12-16, 2024 Location: Iloilo Provincial Capitol, Lobby Calling all Locavores, Eco-conscious consumers, and Sustainable product enthusiasts! Join us at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol for a celebration of local talent and eco-friendly products. Brought to you by the office of PPSK Iloilo Province in partnership with LEDIP Center Iloilo Province, this fair showcases 8…
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Iloilo SK Federation Hosts Philippine Living Heritage – Khan Academy Cultural Night
July 6, 2024 – The Panlalawigang Pederasyon ng Sangguniang Kabataan (PPSK) – Iloilo Province with the support of the Iloilo Provincial Government hosted the Philippine Living Heritage – Khan Academy Cultural Exposure Night for international Filipino-American youths. Thirty-two high school student leaders of Filipino descent across the United States, Canada and Asia upon arrival at…
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Celebrating ‘Cry Of Santa Barbara’ Victory
The Iloilo Provincial Government employees witnessed the Kahilwayan Dance Troupe’s splendid performance at the Parada ng Kalayaan during the 126th Independence Day Celebration in Manila last June 12, 2024, after the flag-raising ceremony this morning. The municipal officials of the Municipality of Santa Barbara led by Mayor Dennis Superficial joined Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr. in…
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PhP 1M Parada Ng Kalayaan Prize Intended For Heritage Projects
The Iloilo Provincial Government will turn over to the municipality of Santa Barbara the ₱1 million cash prize of Iloilo for being the grand champion in the First Sparks of Freedom (Historical) Float Competition during the recently concluded 126th Independence Day celebration. Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. said the cash prize is intended for heritage development…
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126th Philippine Independence Day Anniversary – Parade Of Floats Grand Champion!
Congratulations to the Province of Iloilo’s “The Cry of Santa Barbara” float for being the GRAND CHAMPION in the 126th Philippine Independence Day Anniversary Parada ng Kalayaan! 🎉 #MoRProGResILOILO#Kalayaan2024#KalayaanKinabukasanKasaysayan
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Full Support From IPG
The delegates from Iloilo Province led by Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. gave the loudest cheer as a show of support for the entry of the province during the parade of float at the Quirino Grandstand. Vice Gov. Christine Garin, provincial board members, municipal mayors, Provincial Administrator Raul Banias, First Lady Michelle Defensor, and the Capitol…