Cagayan de Oro is more than a tourist destination and more than a typical place for travel. You can find and discover more about the city especially when you witness the different sights and events of Cagayan de Oro.
You will know more about the rich history of the city through its events like festivals. Here are some of the annual events of the city that you should look forward to.
- Kagay’an Festival – This festivity is celebrated in the month of August which marks the feast day of Saint Augustine, the city’s patron. Colorful parades, vibrant music and entertainments are showcased during this festival.
- Golden Float parade is also part of the event where marching bands from different schools, local government departments and private companies joined together to celebrate and party on the streets of Cagayan de Oro.
- Lambagohan Festival is a fluvial parade that began in mid 1980’s held along the river of Cagayan de Oro. This festival is inspired with Lambago, a type of tree that is found along the river banks of Cagayan de Oro.
- Kumbira is a delicious celebration of culinary shows and exhibit in the region.
It is initiated by local hotels and restaurants in the year 1996. Hotel and Restaurant Management schools from neighboring provinces participate in this event where talents of students are being showcased. This event is part of the Kagay’an Festival.
These are few of the many events held in the city where you can learn the rich history of Cagayan de Oro and how it started to blossom and turn into a beautiful and prosperous city as it is now. So don’t miss a chance to get a glimpse of the golden city.
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