01/03/2026
See you ALIWAN๐ช๐ป
๐ฆ๐๐ก๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ฆ๐ ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐๐ช ๐ฅ๐๐๐๐ง๐ง๐ ๐ข๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ฌ ๐๐ก๐ฉ๐๐ง๐๐ ๐ง๐ข ๐๐๐๐ช๐๐ก ๐๐๐๐ฆ๐ง๐ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฒ ๐๐
๐๐๐ข๐๐๐ข ๐๐๐ง๐ฌ โ In a proud and historic moment, officials from Aliwan Fiesta formally invited Sinamba sa Paraw Regatta to represent Iloilo City at Aliwan Fiesta 2026 (instead of Dinagyang Festival) during the highlight performance of the competition.
The announcement was made live on stage at the height of the celebration, drawing loud cheers from the crowd as the invitation was officially confirmed. The moment marked a significant milestone for the festival and for Iloilo City.
Sinamba sa Paraw Regatta is one of the major highlights of the Iloilo Paraw Regatta Festival โ recognized as Asiaโs oldest traditional sailing event. Through its maritime-inspired choreography, vibrant costumes, and powerful storytelling, the competition showcases the rich sea heritage and artistic excellence of the Ilonggos.
With this official invitation, Paraw Regatta will represent Iloilo City on the national festival stage instead of Dinagyang, bringing a fresh wave of pride and cultural identity to Metro Manila in 2026.
This is more than just a competition โ it is Iloilo City sailing forward with tradition, excellence, and pride.
Padayon, Iloilo City! ๐๐โจ
