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Rapu-Rapu, Albay

Layag Festival

May 22 - 27

Next Event: May 22, 2027

The Layag Festival is a week-long celebration in Rapu-Rapu, Albay, coinciding with the feast of Our Lady of Peñafrancia. Named after the local word for 'sailboat,' a primitive means of transportation for early settlers, the festival depicts the people's journey of faith. It features colorful boat races, cultural presentations, and religious activities that highlight the island's rich maritime history and deep devotion.

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