Balangay Festival 2026 kicks off in Butuan City

SAN FRANCISCO, AGUSAN DEL SUR, Philippines — Butuan City Mayor Lawrence Fortun opened the 40th Balangay Festival 2026 on Tuesday, May 5, marking the start of the city’s annual celebration of its history, culture and identity. This year’s celebration, however, is being held in a modest manner as the city recognizes the current global situation

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