Event· Siargao· Philippines

Del Carmen Bakhaw Festival

9° 52.1′ N · 125° 58.2′ E · approximate

Del Carmen's July fiesta celebrating its mangroves (bakhaw) and Our Lady of Mount Carmel, with parades, a boat event at the port and nightly dances.

Practical

Pin is the Del Carmen town centre (Wikipedia coordinates). 2026 schedule: opening July 11, 'Bangkerohan sa Kabakhawan' boat event at Del Carmen port July 13-14, festival parade July 16 (Del Carmen LGU). Past editions included boat races.

Best for

Local culture in mangrove country

Season

Mid-July