A Symphony of Flowers: Baguio’s Panagbenga Festival
Table of Contents
- 1. A Symphony of Flowers: Baguio’s Panagbenga Festival
- 2. A Floral Spectacle: A Parade of Colors and Creativity
- 3. A Party beyond Blooms: Promoting Engagement and Participation
- 4. A Festive Environment: Maintaining the Spirit of Unity
- 5. Beyond Floats: A Fusion of Culture and Performance
- 6. experience Baguio’s Floral Magic
- 7. How does BFF ensure the festival remains inclusive adn apolitical?
- 8. Archyde Interview: Dr. Maria del Carmen “Nanding”dalisay, Chairperson of BFF Foundation Inc.
- 9. Revving Up for Panagbenga 2025: A Symphony of Flowers in Baguio
- 10. Archyde: Welcome, Dr. dalisay. Could you give us a sneak peek into the grand float parade happening on February 23, 2025?
- 11. Archyde: That’s quite a number of floats! How does this scale compare to previous years, and what message does this send about the festival’s growth?
- 12. Archyde: Apart from the floats, we’ve heard that the Commission on Elections will participate in the festival.How does this align with Panagbenga’s vision?
- 13. Archyde: With such a large-scale event, how does BFF ensure the festival remains inclusive and apolitical?
- 14. Archyde: Dr. dalisay, what makes Panagbenga a must-visit event, and what can first-time attendees expect?
- 15. archyde: Thank you, Dr. dalisay, for your insights into the Panagbenga Festival 2025. we can’t wait to experience the magic of Baguio’s floral extravaganza!
Baguio City will be transformed into a vibrant tapestry of colors and blooms as the Panagbenga Festival returns in 2025. The grand float parade, scheduled for february 23rd, promises to be a breathtaking display of floral artistry, featuring 42 intricately decorated floats.
A Floral Spectacle: A Parade of Colors and Creativity
The floats will be categorized into large, medium, and small, with renowned names like Baguio country Club, SM prime Holdings Inc., Department of Tourism-CAR, Paragon Hotel and Suites, Zaparita Garden, Chowking, and mang Inasal vying for top honors.
“With a total of 42 floral floats, this year’s parade promises a breathtaking display of floral artistry, creativity, and community spirit, further solidifying Panagbenga’s status as one of the most anticipated festivals in the philippines,” said the BFF Foundation Inc., organizers of the event.
A Party beyond Blooms: Promoting Engagement and Participation
The Commission on elections will participate with a float, aiming to encourage public voter participation in the upcoming May 2025 midterm elections.This highlights the festival’s commitment to civic engagement and community involvement.
A Festive Environment: Maintaining the Spirit of Unity
The festival organizers emphasized that the Panagbenga festivities are apolitical.”The objective is to maintain the apolitical and inclusive nature of the festival while fostering a festive environment for all attendees. Incumbents and candidates are prohibited from using festival activities as platforms for campaigning,endorsing,or distributing campaign materials,” declared the organizers.
Beyond Floats: A Fusion of Culture and Performance
Adding to the vibrant spectacle, the street dancing parade on February 22nd will see thousands of participants, mainly students and cultural groups from Luzon, showcasing their vibrant energy and conventional dances.
experience Baguio’s Floral Magic
The Baguio Flower Festival is more than just a parade; it’s a celebration of life, culture, and the captivating beauty of flowers. It’s a testament to the creativity and spirit of the Baguio community, inviting everyone to experience the magic firsthand.
How does BFF ensure the festival remains inclusive adn apolitical?
Archyde Interview: Dr. Maria del Carmen “Nanding”dalisay, Chairperson of BFF Foundation Inc.
Revving Up for Panagbenga 2025: A Symphony of Flowers in Baguio
Archyde: Welcome, Dr. dalisay. Could you give us a sneak peek into the grand float parade happening on February 23, 2025?
Dr.dalisay: “thank you for having me.I’m thrilled to share that the 2025 Panagbenga grand float parade will feature an astonishing 42 intricately decorated floats. These will be categorized into large, medium, and small, with prominent participants like Baguio Country Club, SM Prime Holdings Inc.,and the department of Tourism-CAR. Each float promises a breathtaking display of floral artistry and creativity.”
Archyde: That’s quite a number of floats! How does this scale compare to previous years, and what message does this send about the festival’s growth?
Dr. dalisay: “Indeed, we’re proud to have increased the number of floats from previous years. This growth not only demonstrates the increased interest and participation from local businesses and organizations but also reflects the festival’s expanding influence, attracting more spectators from across the Philippines and beyond. It’s a testament to Panagbenga’s commitment to celebrating floral artistry and community spirit on a grander scale.”
Archyde: Apart from the floats, we’ve heard that the Commission on Elections will participate in the festival.How does this align with Panagbenga’s vision?
Dr. dalisay: “We’re delighted to have the Commission on Elections join us. Panagbenga is more than just a parade; it’s an possibility to engage with our community and encourage civic participation. Their presence will help us foster voter awareness and engagement, making voting a thrilling and exciting part of our cultural celebrations.”
Archyde: With such a large-scale event, how does BFF ensure the festival remains inclusive and apolitical?
Dr. dalisay: “Maintaining Panagbenga’s inclusive and apolitical nature is paramount. we achieve this by enforcing strict guidelines prohibiting political campaigning, endorsements, or material distribution during the festival. Our aim is to create a united, festive environment where everyone can celebrate the beauty of flowers and culture, free from political divisions.”
Archyde: Dr. dalisay, what makes Panagbenga a must-visit event, and what can first-time attendees expect?
Dr. dalisay: “Panagbenga is more than just a parade; it’s a vibrant tapestry of culture, creativity, and community spirit.First-time attendees can expect a mesmerizing spectacle of flowers, lively street performances, and a palpable sense of unity among the Baguio community. It’s an event that truly blossoms with life, offering an unforgettable experience for visitors.”