THE CITY government released on Saturday, July 19, the official calendar of events for the 40th Kadayawan Festival.
“Celebrate the vibrant heritage of Davao City and the unity of its 11 ethnolinguistic tribes in a festival deeply rooted in culture and abundance. From street parades to tribal performances, it’s a grand tribute to our people, our roots, and the blessings we share,” the post on the official page reads.
The Kadayawan 2025 calendar of events is packed with cultural showcases and vibrant activities for all ages.
The festival officially kicks off with the “Kadayawan 2025 Misa Pasasalamat” at San Pedro Cathedral on Aug. 7.
Meanwhile, the Pag-Abli sa Kadayawan 2025 official opening will be on August 8 at Kadayawan Tribal Village, Magsaysay Park.
From Aug. 8 to 31, the “Kadayawan Trade Fair 2025” will be open daily at Magsaysay Park from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The Hiyas sa Kadayawan Cultural Presentation will be on Aug. 9 at SM City Davao Annex Event Center, while the Hiyas sa Kadayawan Grand Coronation Night will take place at USEP Gymnasium on Aug. 14.
On Aug. 9-17, the Pananam sa Kadayawan will showcase various indigenous delicacies at Kadayawan Tribal Village, Magsaysay Park, while the Bantawan Cultural Celebration will be held on Aug. 10-12.
Enjoy “Kasikas sa Kadayawan” at Rizal Park on Aug. 13 and indulge in culinary delights at the “Kadayawan Expo & Food Trucks Bazaar” at the back of Rizal Bolton St. Extension on Aug. 14-17.
A highlight of the festival, “Agong ug Kulintangan” and “Tunog ug Sayaw sa Kadayawan” will entertain crowds at Rizal Park on Aug. 15.
On Aug. 16, “Dula Kadayawan” will be held at Peoples Park, followed by “Konsierto Kadayawan” at San Pedro Square.
The vibrant “Pamulak ug Indak Indak sa Kadayawan – Street Parade” will paint the streets from Roxas to San Pedro, culminating in “Indak Indak sa Kadayawan: The Grand Showdown” at San Pedro Square on Aug. 17.
The festival will conclude with the “Kadayawan Pasasalamat” (by invitation) at Rogen Inn on Aug. 20.
To note, Malacañang declared Aug. 15, Friday, a special non-working holiday in Davao City in line with the celebration of the 40th Kadayawan Festival.
Signed by Executive Secretary Lucas P. Bersamin, Presidential Proclamation No. 826 acknowledged the city’s annual Kadayawan Festival and Indigenous Peoples Day.
“It is but fitting and proper that the people of the City of Davao be given full opportunity to participate in the occasion and enjoy the celebration,” the proclamation reads.
