Kinaiyahan Festival 2025 – Dauin
Street Dancing & Showdown
The Kinaiyahan Festival 2025 Street Dancing & Showdown were one of the most anticipated events of this year’s Dauin Fiesta . 7 Contingents from deferent Schools and Baragaray’s of Dauin participated and made the job of the judges not easy at all. While waiting for Street Dancing people line up on the street to witness it. Street dancing was scheduled September 07, 2025 at 3:00 pm in the afternoon, followed by the showdown at Municipal Quadrangle.
Kinaiyahan Festival in Dauin:A Celebration of Nature and Heritage
The Kinaiyahan Festival is back to celebrates Dauin’s bountiful nature and its conservation of natural resources and attractions with Street Dancing and Showdown. It is the highlight of the feats of their patron Saint, St. Nicholas of Tolentino, every 10th of September, the Dauin Fiesta 2025
Theme is “Strengthening culture identify to create a more prosperous, harmonious, and resilient community” Enjoy the photos here:
Participating Contingents of Kinaiyahan Festival 2025
Street Dancing & Showdown
The Kinaiyahan Festival, held during the celebration of Dauin Fiesta in , Negros Oriental, is a vibrant celebration that honors the town’s deep connection with nature (“kinaiyahan” in Cebuano) and its rich cultural heritage. Typically celebrated every September, this eco-cultural festival coincides with the town’s fiesta in honor St. Nicolas of Tolentino, the patron saint of Dauin.
The festival showcases the community’s commitment to environmental preservation through various activities like eco-themed parades. Local schools and barangays participate in the highly anticipated street dancing and showdown competitions, where performers wear colorful, nature-inspired costumes and tell stories through dance and music.
Kinaiyahan Festival – A festival with purpose
More than just a festivity, the Festival is a platform for environmental advocacy. It reflects Dauin’s identity as a diving and marine sanctuary destination, with nearby Apo Island being one of the Philippines’ top marine biodiversity hotspots.
Visitors can also enjoy local delicacies, art exhibits, and cultural presentations that promote the indigenous traditions and eco-tourism potential of the municipality. The festival strengthens community bonds while attracting tourists who seek a meaningful and immersive cultural experience.
Whether you’re a traveler looking for a unique celebration or a local proud of your heritage, the Kinaiyahan Festival of Dauin offers a beautiful blend of culture, conservation, and community spirit.
It was great to hear the loud banging of the drums once more, making the hearts of Dauinanos, Negrosanons and guests leap with excitement. To watch full showdown of each group, check out our YouTube channel!
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