Sandurot Festival 2026:

Major Sandurot Festival Highlights

Among the major events on this year’s program are the Sandurot Streetdancing Competition, Sandurot Showdown Competition and Duma Jamkada at Rizal Boulevard. The festival also features several cultural competitions, including the Folk Dance Competition, Modern Dance Competition, Bulilit Singing Idol and Balitaw Competition, as well as the Hara sa Dumaguete 2026 pageant.

Sports and recreational activities are also included in the program. Visitors can look forward to the Sandurot Half Marathon, Photography Competition, National Airsoft Event and Motocross Competition, Sandurot Drag Race, Dumaguete Billiard Tournament and Sandurot Esports Cup.

Music and Entertainment

Music is a major part of the Sandurot celebration, with concerts and evening entertainment scheduled throughout the festival.

The program includes Team Fair 2026, Duma Jamkada performances and the Sandurot Music-related events along Rizal Boulevard. The November 25 program also features Duma Jamkada: Sunkissed Lola at the Rizal Boulevard Concert Stage.

The festival’s entertainment lineup gives residents and visitors plenty of reasons to head to the city’s main celebration areas after the daytime activities.

Culture, Food and Community Events

Sandurot Festival is not only about large performances and entertainment. The schedule also highlights Dumaguete’s local culture, food and community spirit. The program includes the Humba Is the Best Competition, Sandurot Eats, the Trade Fair, Taxpayers’ Night and other activities involving local communities and organizations. The Sandurot Streetdancing Competition is expected to be one of the major cultural highlights, bringing performers into Dumaguete’s city streets for a colorful celebration of dance, music and local identity.

Sandurot and Dumaguete Tourism

Events such as Sandurot Festival also provide an opportunity for visitors to discover more of Dumaguete beyond the festival venues.

Visitors coming to the city for the celebration can explore Rizal Boulevard, the city’s restaurants, cafés, hotels, resorts, shops and other attractions while attending the various festival activities. For local businesses, festivals can also provide an important boost in visitor activity. Hotels, restaurants, transportation providers, retailers, food vendors and other small businesses can benefit from the additional visitors and increased activity around the city.

Important Sandurot Festival 2026 Venues

Several of the major activities are centered around Rizal Boulevard, which serves as one of the principal festival venues.

Other events are scheduled at locations including the Lamberto Macias Sports & Cultural Complex, Quezon Park, St. Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral Parish, Bajumpandan, Dumaguete’s city streets and other locations around the city. Because different events take place at different times and locations, visitors should check the schedule carefully before heading out.

Plan Your Visit to Sandurot Festival 2026

With activities spread across several weeks, there is plenty to see and do during the Sandurot Festival 2026 celebration.

If you are planning to attend, it is a good idea to check the schedule for the exact date, time and venue of the events you want to see. Some activities take place during the day, while many of the major performances and entertainment events are scheduled for the evening.

The program may also be subject to changes, additions or adjustments by the organizers. Visitors are encouraged to check official announcements for the latest information before attending a specific event. Whether you are coming for the street dancing, cultural competitions, concerts, sports, food events or simply to enjoy the atmosphere of Dumaguete during festival season,