By Calvin Cordova
Published Jul 15, 2026 05:23 pm
CEBU CITY – Preparations for the Sandugo sa Bohol 2026 are in full swing.
A total of nine municipalities will compete in the Street Dancing and Grand Showdown competition on July 26 at the CPG Complex in Tagbilaran City.
To ensure the success of the festival, the province’s Center for Culture and Arts Development recently convened to discuss preparations.
CCAD head Emerson Pinos presided over the meeting, which gathered representatives from the provincial and national government agencies, the city government of Tagbilaran, participating local government units, and other key stakeholders.
Operational and logistical concerns, including safety and security measures, traffic and road closure plans, venue setup, and the order of performances for the competing contingents were tackled in the meeting.
Vying for the coveted “Festival of Festivals” championship this year are Alburquerque, Loay, Maribojoc, Antequera, Valencia, Dimiao, Ubay, Catigbian, and Talibon.
Headed by Gov. Aris Aumentado, the provincial government has allocated P1 million for each participating municipality as subsidy.
The festival highlights the province's diverse traditions while fostering camaraderie among its municipalities.
The holding of the festival also reinforces Bohol's identity as the country's first United Nations, Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization.
