CAGAYAN de Oro City — A 42-day run of food, entertainment and local performances at Veterans Avenue ended on Nov. 8, closing one of the major attractions of Fiesta Hermosa 2026.
Festival Engrande de Sabores, Recuerdos y Canciones, which opened on Sept. 27, drew crowds to its nightly market, offering food, merchandise and live entertainment from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.
More than 100 stalls featured local restaurant specialties, quick bites, dry goods, plants and souvenir items, providing vendors with a venue to showcase their products throughout the festival.
Nightly activities included an open videoke contest, where local singers competed for instant cash prizes, and special showcase nights organized by various city government departments.
Students showcase local talent
The Oct. 15 School Night featured student performers from Ateneo de Zamboanga University, highlighting local arts, music and culture.
Performing groups included the AdZU Concert Band, Glee Club, Teatro Ateneo, Art Company, Azul Eagles Pep Squad, Blue Vigors and Ateneo Music Club.
City Chief of Staff and Executive Secretary Celso L. Lobregat also joined the students on stage during the cultural presentation.
Festival to return with new concept
For its Nov. 8 finale, the festival featured comedy performances by local artists Pia Pusit, Pachucay and Pads, followed by a concert by the KM6 Band.
City officials said the festival would reopen at a new location with a refreshed concept following its 42-day run.
