The rich cultural diversity of the Koronadal people of South Cotabato is mirrored through their festivals. The colorful and lively festivals of the city are some of the major attractions in this vibrant part of the Philippines. This year’s Koronadal celebration marks its 72nd founding anniversary and the 13th Hinugyaw Festival.
By virtue of Proclamation 525 signed by Executive Secretary Paquito Ochoa, Jr. on December 13, 2012, Malacanang declared January 10, which falls on a Thursday, as a special non-working day in Koronadal City. The holiday will give the people of Koronadal City the full opportunity to celebrate and participate in the occasion.
Now on its 13th year, the Hinugyaw Festival on January 4-10, 2013, dubbed as the “Festivals of festivals”, it presents the Southern Mindanao's very meaningful and colorful arts, food, culture, and tradition. It is a week-long celebration of Marbeleño Mardi Gras where different festivals from all over Mindanao are part of this big event.
The big event featured Drumline Competition, the search for Lakambini ng Koronadal 2013, and the much anticipated Piyesta Korona (Korona Festival) - a mix of street dancing, mardi gras and float competitions. Here is the Hinugyaw Festival Schedule of Activities:
January 4, 2013
- Peter B. Miguel Cup – Basketball (7 am, Freedom Park)
- Unveiling & Wreath Laying of Historical Marker for 17 Martyrs (8:30 am, Koronadal Central Elementary School – 1)
- Veteran's Exhibit (3 pm, City Hall Ground)
- Kasadyahan sa Dalan & Nightly Bands (7 pm, City Hall Grounds)
January 5, 2013
- Koronadal Marathon/ Fun Run (4 am, Assembly Area: City Hall Grounds)
- Siok Extreme Eco Adventure (4:30 am, Assembly/Registration: City Hall Lobby)
- Peter B. Miguel Tennis Tournament (7 am, SMRAA Tennis Court)
- Motocross (8 am, back of the City Hall)
- Coca- Cola Night (7 pm, City Hall Grounds)
- Lakambini ng Koronadal (7 pm, South Cotabato Gym & Cultural Center)
- Kasadyahan sa Dalan & Nightly Bands (7 pm, City Hall Grounds)
January 6, 2013
- Golf Tournament (7 am, Paraiso Golf Course)
- SIKAD Koronadal (9 am, Assembly Area: City Hall Grounds)
- Kasadyahan sa Dalan & Nightly Bands (7 pm, City Hall Grounds)
January 7, 2013
- Celebrity Comedian Night (7 pm, City Hall Grounds)
- Kasadyahan sa Dalan & Nightly Bands (7 pm, City Hall Grounds)
January 8
- Farmers Festival (6:30 am, City Hall Grounds)
- Celebrity Night (7 pm, City Hall Grounds)
- Kasadyahan sa Dalan & Nightly Bands (7 pm, City Hall Grounds)
January 9
- Paramotors Exhibition (9 am, City Hall Grounds)
- Kasadyahan sa Dalan & Nightly Bands (7 pm, City Hall Grounds)
January 10
- Kapehan & Mass Sponsorship (5:30 am, Christ the King Cathedral)
- Drumline Competition (6 am, South Cotabato Sports Complex)
- Korona Festival/ Piyesta Korona (6 pm, Gensan Drive)
- Kasadyahan sa Dalan & Nightly Bands (7 pm, City Hall Grounds)
Be part of this year’s Koronadal City Hinugyaw Festival and experience the warmth and hospitality of its people. It is a must-visit event where you will see the wonders of this land, its natural beauty and rich culture and traditions.
Trivia
Originating from the Hiligaynon language, “Hinugayaw” means “merrymaking.” From its definition, it tells that the festival has a lot of activities that bring joy to spectators and participants alike.