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Palawod Festival: The Heart of Bantayan Island’s Fishing Traditions

Palawod Festival 2026 logo featuring a fisherman on a blue bangka with the text "Bantayan Para sa Tanan" — Dance of the Fishermen and Festival of the Seas, Bantayan Island, Cebu, Philippines.

The Palawod Festival is Bantayan Island’s annual celebration of its fishing heritage, held every June 29 in honor of Sts. Peter and Paul. From the sound of the budyong to the four traditional dance steps of Sulo, Bugsay, Silik, and Isda, the festival tells the story of a community shaped by faith, the sea, and generations of fisherfolk. Here is everything you need to know before attending in 2026.

Bantayan Island Travel Guide

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Bantayan Island Travel Guide: The Complete Itinerary and Planning Tips (2026) This Bantayan Island Travel Guide is for travelers who want a Cebu beach trip that feels calm, local, and easy to enjoy. As permanent residents of our island, we see Bantayan Island as more than a place to swim and take sunset photos. It […]