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Banna, Ilocos Norte

Panagabuos Festival

April 1 - 2

Next Event: April 1, 2027

The Panagabuos Festival is a unique annual event held in Banna, Ilocos Norte, every April. It celebrates the local tradition of harvesting red weaver ant eggs (abuos), an exotic culinary delicacy and a symbol of unity and hard work. The festival features a vibrant dance parade highlighting the art of ant farming, telling a story of community perseverance inspired by the diligent nature of the weaver ants.

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