FESTIVAL

Discover the festival of Northern Samar

Allen

NAME OF THE PATRON

St. James the Greater

FIESTA

JULY 24-25

DATE OF FESTIVAL

Dec. 1

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

A Festival that depicts one of Allen’s abundant produce and best know for , PILI NUTS. “Nikit” is a Binisaya term for Pili. it is celebrated with a series of activities starting on the last week of November and ends on the 1st day of December commemorating Allen’s Founding Anniversary

Biri

NAME OF THE PATRON

St. Vincent Ferrer

FIESTA

June 24-25

DATE OF FESTIVAL

June 23-24

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

“Kaway” is a Binisaya term for tectacles of squid and octopus that abound the waters of Biri. The Festival also pays their patron saint, St.Vincent

Bobon

NAME OF THE PATRON

Most Holy Name of Jesus

FIESTA

August 9-10

DATE OF FESTIVAL

2nd Sunday of January

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The Agta Festival is an annual cultural celebration held in Northern Samar, Philippines, typically in honor of the Agta people, the province’s indigenous forest dwellers. The festival showcases the rich cultural heritage, traditions, and way of life of the Agta community through colorful street dances, cultural performances, and local festivities. It also highlights the harmony between the Agta people and nature, emphasizing their role in preserving the environment. This vibrant event promotes cultural awareness, tourism, and the unity of the people of Northern Samar.

Capul

NAME OF THE PATRON

St. Ignatius of Loyola

FIESTA

July 30-31

DATE OF FESTIVAL

July 30-31

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Celebration in giving honor to Saint Ignatius of Loyola

Catarman (Town Capital)

NAME OF THE PATRON

Our Lady of Annunciacion

FIESTA

August 28-29

DATE OF FESTIVAL

August 27

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The festival started with a parade street dancing from the Sacred Heart Plaza to the main streets of the town until every participant gathered at the Municipal Auditorium where the contest was held. Painted revelers danced the rhythmic steps of the Tarapo. in tempo with the infectious beating of drums and gogns and blowing of whistle.

Catubig

NAME OF THE PATRON

St. Joseph The Worker

FIESTA

August 26-27

DATE OF FESTIVAL

3rd Sunday of January

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

it is re-enactment of how natives desperately fought their fierce war against the Spaniards before they were Christianized

Gamay

NAME OF THE PATRON

St. Michael de Archangel

FIESTA

September 14-15

DATE OF FESTIVAL

March 3

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Lubi is coconut is Binisaya. The festival promotes Lubi as a major source of livelihood of Gamaynons

Laoang

NAME OF THE PATRON

St. Michael The Archangel

FIESTA

September 28-29

DATE OF FESTIVAL

January 29

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Laoang Sto Nino feast is re-enactment of Christian conversion

Lapinig

NAME OF THE PATRON

St. Bonaventure

FIESTA

July 14-15

DATE OF FESTIVAL

July 14

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

it is re-enactment of how natives desperately fought their fierce war against the Spaniards before they were Christianized

Las Navas

NAME OF THE PATRON

Our Lady of the Nativity

FIESTA

September 7-8

DATE OF FESTIVAL

September 7-8

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The month January reverberate with native sounds timed to the beat of Sinulog a whole day dancing in front of the icon of the STO. Nino meant to heal the sick and to thank him for his blessing. Fluvial parades and dance exhibition are added attraction that honor the child Jesus.

Lavezares

NAME OF THE PATRON

Nustra Senora de Salvacion

FIESTA

August 21-22

DATE OF FESTIVAL

3rd Sunday of January

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The Festival is named after the former name of Lavezared, which is pinonayan. The word Pinonayan was derived from the historically significant bird called “Ponay” The festival is part of the devotion for Senor Sto. Nino. Locals celebrate it as a form of thanksgiving for all the blessing and boundtiful harvest. The festival highlights the livelihood, products and indutries in every barangay of Lavezares

Lope De Vega

NAME OF THE PATRON

St. Isidore the Farmer

FIESTA

January 8

DATE OF FESTIVAL

May 25-26

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

the Lobika Festival is celebrated annually on January 8 in Lope de Vega, Northern Samar, highlighting environmental conservation and cultural heritage. It features colorful street dances and performances with costumes made from natural materials like abaca and coconut, showcasing the town's commitment to sustainability and tradition.

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FESTIVAL

Allen

Biri

Bobon

Capul

Catarman (Town Capital)

Catubig

Gamay

Laoang

Lapinig

Las Navas

Lavezares

Lope De Vega