Every month of December, the people of Tacurong celebrates the
Inugyunay Festival, the city's own version of Christmas Festival and thanksgiving celebration. The festival name is from a Hiligaynon word "inugyun" which means to unite or band together.
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| Tacurong City Hall at night this Christmas season |
The month-long celebration is highlighted by activities that for sure will make one feel the spirit of Christmas. One of these activities is the spectacular Light a Tree contest which turns the entire city hall compound of Tacurong a destination to visit every Christmas season. The Light a Tree contest is participated different sectors in the city.
This year, Tacurong City's
Inugyunay Festival officially opened last December 8, with a short program, the lighting on of Christmas trees in the city hall compound and a firework display. Also part of Inugyunay Festival 2016 is the nightly shows, film viewing and concerts.
SOX PH attended the opening last week and here are some photos.
