Before planting and harvesting rice, the Ibanag people engage in ceremonies to ask for blessings from spirits and deities. These rituals involve offerings of food and prayers for protection against natural disasters like floods or droughts. Such practices are deeply spiritual and underscore the Ibanags’ reliance on the land (Padilla, 2012). 

This is one of the most important festivals in Ibanag communities, often held to honor patron saints and to celebrate the harvest. During this festival, families come together for feasts, music, dancing, and religious observances. These gatherings strengthen communal bonds and allow the Ibanags to express gratitude for a bountiful harvest (Santos, 2018). 

One of the most visible forms of Bayanihan is during the construction or relocation of houses. The community works together to help families move or build their homes. This tradition fosters a sense of unity, cooperation, and shared responsibility (Reyes, 2021). 

During the harvest season, neighbors help each other with rice harvesting and other agricultural tasks. This practice is not only a way to finish the labor but also a means of maintaining social ties and ensuring the success of each family’s crop (Santos, 2018). 

Traditionally, Ibanag women are the heart of the household. They manage the home, raise children, and participate in agricultural work, particularly in post-harvest activities like processing rice. Women also play a significant role in cultural traditions, such as preparing traditional foods and participating in religious ceremonies (Padilla, 2012). 

Men typically handle more physically demanding tasks, including land preparation, plowing, and harvesting. They also hold leadership roles in the community, often serving as Datus (chiefs or elders), who mediate disputes and guide the community in spiritual matters (Reyes, 2021). 

Ibanag religion is primarily Christian due to Spanish colonization, but the people maintain a deep reverence for local saints, especially Santo Niño (the child Jesus) and other Catholic figures. These religious observances are often integrated with traditional practices, such as praying for a good harvest during church festivals (Dela Cruz, 2015). 

Alongside Catholic practices, Ibanags still observe rituals honoring Anitos (spirits of ancestors or nature). These rituals are conducted during planting and harvest seasons, with the community performing prayers and offerings to ensure a good yield and to avoid bad fortune (Padilla, 2012). These rituals represent the blending of indigenous beliefs with Catholic practices. 

This is a Catholic festival celebrated by Ibanag communities to honor the Virgin Mary. It is held in May and is characterized by processions, prayers, and offering flowers. The festival is an occasion for the community to come together in worship, reflecting the strong influence of Catholicism on Ibanag society (Santos, 2018). 

These are celebratory events that take place after the rice harvest. They involve a series of dances, songs, and feasts. The festival is an expression of gratitude for the bounty of the land and the community's collective efforts during the growing season (Reyes, 2021). These festivals provide a sense of pride and continuity for the Ibanag people.