The Hambaru Festival is a local cultural festival celebrated in San Remigio, Antique (Philippines). It highlights the town’s heritage, unity, strength, and traditions, showcasing how the community comes together in harmony.

What “Hambaru” Means

Hambaru comes from the Kinaray-a word meaning “to help,” “to unite,” or “to work together.”

The festival symbolizes bayanihan, cooperation, and the shared spirit of the people of San Remigio.

During the Hambaru Festival, visitors can enjoy a variety of cultural, artistic, and community-centered activities. These usually include:

�� 1. Street Dancing Competition

Colorful performances where dancers wear traditional costumes and showcase the story and culture of San Remigio through choreography.

�� 2. Festival Parade

Floats, dancers, musicians, and performers parade around town, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.

�� 3. Drum and Bugle Performances

Local groups perform rhythmic music that energizes the whole event.

�� 4. Festival Queen / Search for Miss Hambaru

A pageant showcasing beauty, talent, and cultural advocacy.

�� 5. Food & Product Fair (Tiangge)

Local delicacies, crafts, and products made by the community are sold and displayed.

��️ 6. Cultural Shows & Folk Dance Presentations

Stage performances that highlight traditions, stories, and heritage of San Remigio.

�� 7. Competitions & Games

Sports events, talent shows, and barangay contests that bring everyone together.

�� 8. Grand Night Concert

Live music from local or invited performers to end the day with celebration.

🦜What Happens During the Festival 🦜

The celebration usually includes:

 👉Street Dancing / Cultural Parade – 

colorful performances showing local history and traditions

🥁 Drum & Bugle Corps 

👉Showdown Competitions 

👉Exhibits of local products and delicacies

👉Sports events and community activities

🦜 Purpose of Hambaru Festival 🦜

👉To honor San Remigio’s culture and traditions

👉To celebrate the unity and resilience of the community

👉To promote tourism and local pride