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Parada Dabawenyo, solidarity walk ‘peaceful’ – DCPO

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron

THE 89TH Araw ng Dabaw celebrations reached a peaceful peak this weekend as over 15,000 individuals gathered for a massive solidarity walk, marking a significant milestone for local security forces.

According to a situation report (SITREP) from the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) as of 1:30 a.m. on March 29, 2026, all major festivities—including the Parada Dabawenyo and the Konsierto Dabawenyo—concluded “peacefully and normally” with no untoward incidents reported.

The highlight of the 28th day of the month-long celebration was the solidarity walk held at the Rizal Park open grounds. Crowd estimates peaked at approximately 16,000 individuals by 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. 

The walk, which supported former President Rodrigo Duterte, transitioned smoothly into the evening’s cultural activities.

To ensure the safety of the massive crowd, a combined security force of over 524 personnel was deployed across key areas. This included 87 PNP personnel (including SWAT and Mobile Patrol Units, 437 security cluster members (Task Force Davao, Public Safety and Security Office, City Transport and Traffic Management Office, and the Philippine Coast Guard)

Minor medical cases 

The City Disaster Risk and Reduction Management Office attended to two minor medical cases at the San Pedro Square: a 64-year-old female who suffered a fall and another individual with a minor abrasion. Both refused transport to the hospital after receiving on-site first aid.

The festivities continued well into the early hours of Sunday. The Konsierto Dabawenyo, featuring celebrity Bayani Agbayani and six local bands, drew a crowd of 6,500 at its peak before officially concluding at 1:16 a.m.

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No vehicles

by Nova Mae Francas
written by Nova Mae Francas
  • Parada Dabawenyo will be purely ‘walk only’ parade

THE PARADA Dabawenyo, the culminating event of the 89th Araw ng Dabaw celebration, will be purely a marching parade, so the use of vehicles is restricted, organizer Harold Quibete clarified on Thursday.

“We are going to make it a serious and celebratory event in essence because it is the founding anniversary of the charter day of the city and the iconic celebration of 100 years of city hall,” Quibete said during the Ispeak media forum on Thursday. 

All the vehicles and assets of the City of Davao, land, air, and water, will be displayed from San Pedro Church to C.M. Recto. The assets will be on display from 6 a.m. until 12 noon. 

“That is a nice place for our visitors, domestic and international, to have their photos taken together with the different assets that we don’t normally see on regular days,” Quibete said. 

Association of e-bike owners, riders, and car dealers who usually showcase their vehicles may still join, but without their rides this time.

“Sometimes we miss the main point of why we are doing the march. Our parade is not an avenue to promote your brands; it is a celebration of the founding anniversary of the city,” he added. 

A total of 404 registered contingents are expected, and 50 marching bands, along with 20,000-25,000 parading participants. 

Quibete also advised participants to use foldable ones instead of the cane types or beach umbrellas during the march.

The parade will enforce the usual dos and don’ts, including bringing of laser lights, alcoholic beverages, bringing of bladed weapons, wearing of uniforms resembling the men in uniform security cluster, wearing of visors as long as the face is visible, among others.

Quibete reiterated that contingent managers are advised by their members to submit themselves for random frisking and report suspicious activities.

The Public Safety and Security Office will deploy a total of 3,500 personnel, static and roving, to secure the parade and the Konsierto Dabawanyo on the evening of March 28.

The Parada Dabawenyo is scheduled to begin at 6 a.m. on March 28, with the parade route starting at Roxas Avenue, and turning left onto C.M. Recto Ave., right onto Rizal St., left onto Iñigo St., and finally left onto San Pedro St.

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Sara leads parade

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron
  • VP joins family for FPRRD’s 81st birthday celebration in Davao City

VICE PRESIDENT Sara Duterte has confirmed she will be in Davao City on March 28, to take part in a dual milestone—the culmination of the 89th Araw ng Dabaw and the 81st birthday of former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, who remains detained in The Hague.

The vice president made the announcement in a recent interview with Davao media, clarifying that her presence in the city is a long-standing tradition of personal and civic duty.

“I am here because it is the Araw ng Dabaw parade,” she said. When asked if she would also be attending the former President’s birthday celebration, she replied, “Yes, yes, as usual.”

The vice president’s participation in the Parada Dabawenyo is a highly anticipated highlight for Davaoeños. 

For years, even during her tenure as mayor, she has been a fixture of the parade, often seen interacting closely with everyone along the route.

The event was moved to Saturday, March 28, to accommodate the week-long festivities and ensure maximum participation from the community.

The nature of her visit carries extra weight this year. With the former President recently marking his first year since the start of the ICC’s formal proceedings, the 81st birthday celebration is expected to draw a massive show of support from supporters.

Authorities have already prepared for a significant crowd influx on March 28, as supporters from across Mindanao are expected to travel to the city to catch a glimpse of the Vice President and join the festivities for the elder Duterte.

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City Tourism Office gears up for Araw ng Dabaw’s ‘Parada Dabawenyo’

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BY LIZA BELLE PATAGOC & MICHELLE RAFAEL/DNSC Interns

THE CITY Tourism Operations Office (CTOO) is preparing for the “Parada Dabawenyo,” the culminating civic parade of the 89th Araw ng Davao celebration on March 28.

During the Davao Peace and Security Press Corps briefing on March 18 at the Royal Mandaya Hotel, Charlotte Parba, CTOO office administrator, said the city expects a large crowd of locals and visitors to participate and watch the parade, which starts from Roxas Avenue to San Pedro Square.

“So far, we are already in the middle part of our Araw ng Davao celebration. This is the first time that the parade will happen on the 28th, which is at the end of March. The intention is really to have a month-long Araw ng Davao celebration,” Parba said.

She said the remaining activities include:

  • Coronation Night on March 20 at USEP Gymnasium
  • Ironman 70.3 on March 22 at Bago Aplaya Coastal Road
  • Araw ng Empleyado on March 24 at Rizal Park
  • Mercado Dabawenyo from March 24 to 28 at Rizal Park Open Ground
  • Kanta o Sayaw Dabawenyo on March 27

Parba added that after the Araw ng Davao festivities, the city looks forward to a time of reflection, prayer, and spiritual preparation for the upcoming Holy Week.

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‘All systems go’  

by Rhoda Grace Saron
written by Rhoda Grace Saron
  • 7,000 personnel to secure Ironman and Parada Dabawenyo 

THE PUBLIC Safety and Security Office (PSSO) has finalized its security plan for Davao City’s upcoming twin events, the Ironman 70.3 and the civic-military parade, announcing the deployment of approximately 7,000 integrated security forces.

Speaking at the Davao Peace and Security press briefing at The Royal Mandaya Hotel on Wednesday, March 18, PSSO chief Angel Sumagaysay said the preparations are now at “100%” for both the Ironman triathlon and the 89th Araw ng Dabaw.

“All systems go. We are ready for the implementation of the security and safety plan for Ironman and the ongoing Araw ng Davaw festivities,” Sumagaysay said. “We hope to replicate the success and safety of previous years.”

Ironman and community events 

The bulk of the 7,000-strong force will be deployed from March 20 to March 22, 2026, covering the Gwapa Dabawenya, Ironkids, and the Ironman. The security forces will blanket the race routes and high-traffic spectator areas to ensure zero incidents during the international sporting event.

Security forces will also cover the Parada Dabawenyo, where Vice President Sara Duterte is expected to attend.

“There will be a final security and safety coordination meeting next week to refine the area-specific plans, especially since we are expecting a large crowd for the parade,” Sumagaysay said. 

When asked if there were specific security measures for the birthday of former President Rodrigo Duterte, which coincides with the parade, Sumagaysay clarified that the PSSO is maintaining a general, comprehensive security posture for the Parada Dabawenyo.

The PSSO chief urged the public to cooperate with security personnel and follow established safety protocols during the week-long celebrations.

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Davaoeño students’ short films light up Cinematheque during 89th Araw ng Davao

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BY LIZA BELLE PATAGOC, SHETORI ROBLES & MICHELLE RAFAEL/DNSC Interns

CINEMATEQUE Centre Davao screened a lineup of student-made short films on Tuesday, March 17, in celebration of the 89th Araw ng Davao, showcasing the city’s vibrant culture and sharing distinctive stories, giving audiences a fresh perspective on Davao’s heritage and emerging local talent.

The program featured works from schools across Davao City:

  • “Pers Onor” by the Holy Cross of Davao College 
  • “Lakbay Dabawenyo” by the Davao Doctors College Inc.
  • “Davao: Where Unity Builds the Culture” by University of the Immaculate Conception
  • “Duaw” by St. John Paul II College of Davao
  • “Ka Wow Gyud sa Dabaw” by Joji Ilagan College of Business and Tourism

“To our young filmmakers, keep sharing your stories through the films you create. These are the first steps toward shaping the cinema of tomorrow,” Davao City Tourism Operations officer-in-charge Willenito Tormis Jr. said during his speech.

Tormis also emphasized that the films were more than student projects, representing the early voices of emerging filmmakers who could influence the future of Philippine cinema.

The short films will also be available for public screening at Cinematheque Centre Davao on March 18, with sessions scheduled at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., while the awarding ceremony is scheduled on March 27.

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Araw ng Dabaw officially opened 

by Nova Mae Francas
written by Nova Mae Francas

THE 89TH Araw ng Dabaw formally opened through the Pasiugdang Pagsaulog in front of City Hall on Sunday evening, March 1, 2026.

Despite the marching order of Mayor Sebastian Duterte to refrain from using political images in the events, the image of former President Rodrigo Duterte was flashed at the City Hall facade as part of the 3D light show during the opening ceremony. 

The month-long Araw ng Dabaw officially kicked off with the unveiling of the 100-year centennial stamp for City Hall.

The Mutya ng Dabaw 2026 candidates were also presented to the public. 

Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte II said that celebrating the 89th founding anniversary of the city is celebrating not only the strength, progress, and pride but also the discipline and values that define Dabawenyos. 

“It is the same commitment to order, responsibility, and discipline that has transformed our city into a hub of progress and harmony,” Duterte said. 

The vice mayor emphasized that this year’s edition of Araw ng Dabaw marks the centennial celebration of the city hall of Davao, as the building turns 100 years old. 

“A century of unwavering service, stability, and the enduring legacy of our forefathers, a legacy that has laid the strong foundation upon which our city stands and thrives today,” he added. 

This year’s theme, “Dabawenyo Ko, Nilambo, Nagkahiusa,” highlights peace, unity, and harmony. 

“For it is by working together, by each one of us doing our part and by adhering to our local laws in the city that we can drive our city forward,” he said. 

The vice mayor reminded Davaoeños to observe simple everyday practices, such as abiding by the liquor, smoking, and firecracker bans and the speed limit, and using pedestrian lanes and proper waste disposal.

He stressed the contribution of each resident makes the city “not only a place to live but a city that is worthy of being every Dabawenyos’ pride.” 

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P50-M earmarked for 89th Araw ng Dabaw, highlights 100 years of City Hall

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BY JERRY NIEL M. LORA/DNSC Intern

THE LOCAL government has allocated P50 million for the celebration of the 89th Araw ng Dabaw this March, with officials emphasizing new activities and the historic commemoration of the 100th year of the Davao City Hall.

Out of the P50 million budget, P41 million has been earmarked for overall events, while P9 million is dedicated to the security cluster to ensure the safety and orderly conduct of activities throughout the month-long celebration.

Willenito P. Tormis Jr.,  City Tourism Operations Office head, said, “There’s a slight increase in our budget for this year, but not as much as 1 million. The increase is probably less than P500,000.” 

Despite the minimal adjustment, the city introduced strategic changes in the lineup of events, including the new activities such as Kanta ug Sayaw Dabawenyo and Salida Dabawenyo, an inter-school short film competition aimed at showcasing the creativity and storytelling skills of Dabawenyo students.

Meanwhile, the major highlight of this year’s celebration is the centennial anniversary of City Hall. In line with this milestone, a 3D projection will be shown at City Hall from March 1 to 31, complementing the repainting and enhancement of the historic building.

The lineup of activities for this year’s Araw ng Dabaw includes Misa Pasasalamat, Pasiugdang Pagsaulog or the grand opening ceremony, The Araw ng Dabaw Trade Fair and Bazaar, Kundiman at Harana sa Araw ng Dabaw, Mutya ng Dabaw 2026 (Preliminaries, Interview Rounds, and Grand Coronation Night), and Salida Dabawenyo: Inter-School Short Film Competition.

Dabawenyo Ko: School-Based Tour Araw ng Dabaw sa Distrito, Dabawenyo Ko Heritage Walking Tour – City Hall, Pasidungog 2026: Garbo sa Dabaw, The 54th Conferment of Datu Bago Awards, 2GO Gwapa Dabawenya, RLC Ironkids Davao Duathlon, BYD Ironman 70.3 Davao, Araw ng mga Empleyado, Mercado Dabawenyo, Kanta ug Sayaw Dabawenyo Grand Finals, Parada Dabawenyo, and Konsierto Dabawenyo.

Organizers underscored that the celebration is a collaborative effort between the city government and private partners, while sponsors and benefactors also contributed to ensure the success of the annual festival.

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