GUIMARAS – May 22 of every year is a special non-working holiday in this province by virtue of Republic Act 11118 signed by former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on Oct. 30, 2018 to mark the anniversary of Guimaras’ province-hood.
“On behalf of the provincial government, we would like to take this opportunity nga mag-imbitar sa aton nga kaingud nga mga probinsya kag sa tanan sa amon 30th Manggahan Festival 2023 and 31st provincehood sa palaabuton nga Mayo 22,” said Vice Gov. John Edward Gando.
But guests could enjoy not only mangoes but also other products the province is known for, such as bangus and dragon fruits, among others, he stressed.
The Manggahan Festival 2023 highlights will be on May 22 with the following activities: Agri-Fishery and Eco-Tourism Expo, Mango-Eat-All-You-Can, Provincehood Anniversary and Thanksgiving Mass, Wreath Laying in Commemoration of the Founder of Guimaras Province, Dr. Catalino Gallego Nava, groundbreaking of the Dr. Catalino Gallego Nava Provincial Hospital Outpatient Care building, Manggahan Street Dance Competition, 31st Provincehood Anniversary Program, Manggahan Cultural Competition, Fireworks Display, Celebrity Band Performances, and Cultural Dance Competition awarding ceremony.
The Mango-Eat-All-You-Can, where guests can feast on the fruit for P150 within 30 minutes, will be from May 19 to 22 at the capitol grounds./PN