Unity in Celebration, Vigan City Fiesta 2026

 

The feast of the Conversion of Saint Paul, celebrated every January 25, holds special importance in Vigan City. This theme is deeply embedded in the religious and cultural life of Vigan City Ilocos Sur, where the Saint Paul Metropolitan Cathedral which stands as a central landmark of faith and heritage. One such celebration is the Longganisa Festival, showcasing the strong connection between faith, culture, and community life in Vigan City. This festival stands as one of the most celebrated annual events in Vigan. In which, every school in Vigan City performs a lively and energetic dances to celebrate the unity, culture and tradition.

Last Thursday, January 22, 2026, we went to Vigan together with my cousin and classmates to watch the Longganisa Festival as part of our travel blog activity. The streets were filled with excitement as performers in costumes danced to lively music along the roads. Many people gathered to witness the performances, showing their support and appreciation for the rich culture of Vigan City. Watching the Longganisa Festival was not only entertaining but also meaningful, as it showed how faith, culture, and community are celebrated as one. In Category A, there were six competing groups, each performing their best to win. In Category B, there were only two groups competing. And in category B, the winner was Ilocos Sur National High School, who impressed the audience with an outstanding performance.

Aside from the street dances, there were many other activities during the Vigan City Fiesta 2026. These included a concert, a grand parade, marching band competition, and Longganisa Cookfest, and many more, where participants showcased different ways of cooking Vigan’s famous longganisa. These activities added more excitement to the celebration and highlighted the unity of the people in Vigan. Through these events, the fiesta became a joyful and memorable experience for locals and visitors.

 

For me, the experience was unforgettable because it was full of joy. I was able to see the different performances of the different schools in Vigan.  I could see how hard work, dedication, and unity made each performance amazing.