Barbaza (Home of Batabat Festival)

What is Batabat?

Batabat is an annual festivity celebrated in the Municipality of Barbaza in accordance to its legend Abat-abat, which the name itself came from. It is a five-day celebration which usually highlights during the last day wherein colourful costumes of mardigras and graceful movements of its dancers while dancing along the streets were exposed. Unique beauties of young Barbazeñas were also showcased as they conquered the stage during the Search for Lin-ay Kang Batabat. Other activities such as Sabor Barbaza and Panguyang (Food Festival), Battle of the Bands, Fun Run, Tapongolay (Boxing Tournament), Boat Racing and many other events were also presented during the festival.

This occasion also serves as a homecoming and reunion for families, friends, former classmates, colleagues and relatives whom for many years were parted by seas across the miles. And to give value to our modern heroes who sacrifice themselves to have a better life for their families, Balik Banwa Dinner and Dance is celebrated together with Dungog Kang Barbaza Award for the deserving individuals who brought achievement and success to our municipality.