Priding itself as a blooming city, The City of Sta. Rosa is an ideal place for both local and foreign tourists for its exceptional revelry of Sikhayan. Over the years, thousands of participants have come to be part of its history.

Synopsis:

Celebrated every 18th of January, Sikhayan Festival is a symbolic pledge made by the city residents towards a promising future carved through their hard work and discipline. Rosenian people are characterized by their being “masikap,” which makes the town progressive and a town with peace-loving, trustworthy, and industrious people. They are largely dependent in basic agriculture and family own enterprises for livelihood.

Features:

Sikhayan Festival highlights the four elevation of the town, from aquatic, agriculture, professional, and to a progressive industrial city. The much awaited event is the “Bayanihan Foundation Parade” or the street dancing competition. It displays the bayanihan or Filipino spirit of cooperation. The main participants are the students of the town. Each group in the said competition is a representative of their school. Competitors are clad with colorful costumes and with the stunning appearance, they picture the rich and indigenous culture of the town.

Aside from the colorful parade, city folks are clapping with joy with the presence of some celebrities and film stars mounted in various floats. The festival crowds included mascots, mobile patrols, and other residents who want to witness the parade. After the grand celebration during the day, the townspeople party all night with some local bands.

Be a witness!

Don’t know the place? You don’t have to worry because the city of Sta. Rosa lies 38 kilometers south of Manila via South Luzon Expressway. It is a sub-urban residential community of Metro Manila so it is very easy to reach the place.

Want to be part of its history? Sure, the city government of Sta. Rosa always welcome you to witness their one-of-a-kind celebration of Sikhayan. You can visit the place together with your families and friends. Don’t forget to bring cameras!

Sikhayan Festival