The Perfect Time to Visit Davao City

August marks the celebration of the Filipino language in the Philippines. Many schools hold activities and the cultural agencies in the Philippines hold a month long celebration of the Filipino language and its literature.

However, for tourists who don’t speak the language, it’s difficult to embrace the nationwide celebration they don’t share the same link. Good thing you can go down south to join in the Celebration of the Kadayawan Festival in Davao City.

Kadayawan translates to valuable or beautiful which perfectly describes the kind of celebration that you will experience. The festival highlights the tribes and goods that made Davao a fast-rising metropolis in the island of Mindanao.

The main attraction in the festival is the Kadayawan parade. This is where colorful floats stroll down the main city streets of the city to showcase endemic flowers and the rich plant life that can be found in the Davao Region.

It is also the center of entertainment in the month of August. Local tribes in the area entertain the crowd with their lively dance numbers along with a sharing of cultures through exhibits and interactions with tourists in events.

The local institutions in Davao, from government agencies and schools, also join in on the celebration either through their own float, a presentation, or other forms of entertainment for the people. Dabawenyo’s are out and about during the festival with all of them showing the trademark Filipino hospitality and friendliness.

Happenings around the city are also happening during the week. There are music festivals with local artists that will entertain huge crowds throughout the night. Party-goers will have a blast dancing and partying all night.

Regarded as one of the safest cities in the Philippines, tourists won’t have to worry about roaming around the city throughout the month of August. Enjoy all the festivities and soak in the Davao culture without worrying too much about anything. Police visibility and 911 services are keeping the entire city safe during the celebration.

If you ever find yourself in the Philippines in the month of August, we recommend you visit the wonderful Kadayawan Festival down south. This year the festival will be from August 15–21. A full week of festivities will be perfect to complete your stay in the Philippines.