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| CAPIZtahan 2016 showcases exciting activities. |
This summer, brace yourself for the 2016 CAPIZtahan
Festival. Considered as the most colorful event in the province, CAPIZtahan brings
you the best that Capiz has to offer. The event is organized by the United
Capizeños Foundation, Inc.—One
Capiz, in partnership with the Offices of the Congressmen of the First and
Second Districts, the Provincial Government of Capiz, and the City Government
of Roxas in celebration of the foundation of the civil government of Capiz and
the death anniversary of President Manuel A. Roxas.
The provincial government of Capiz was
officially established by the Americans on April 15, 1901. The New York Times covered the event,
writing that the locals in this part of Panay flocked to the province's
capital, Capiz (now Roxas City), "on foot and in carriages" to
cordially meet the arrival of the United States Philippine Commission and to
hear the principles inaugurating the provincial government.
Read: United States Philippine Commission to establish civil government of Capiz
Read: United States Philippine Commission to establish civil government of Capiz
The Province of Capiz "has suffered
greatly from war, rinderpest and locust plagues," which eventually swayed
local sentiments to seek for peace and favor the establishment of the civil
government.
Meanwhile, President Roxas, who was the
first president of the fifth republic after the country was given independence
in 1946, suffered a fatal heart attack on April 15, 1948, just barely two years
in office.
Every year, CAPIZtahan offers something
really special for Capiznons and guests to enjoy.
This year's festivities will open on April
14, although as early as April 9, pre-CAPIZtahan activities will already be
held. Here is the complete list of activities.
Read: Visit the Storied Birthplace of President Manuel Roxas in Roxas City
Read: Visit the Storied Birthplace of President Manuel Roxas in Roxas City
Pre-CAPIZtahan
2016 Activities
National
Arnis Tournament
Dinggoy Roxas Civic Center
Regional
Karera sa Bukid
Pueblo de Panay, Roxas City
Farmers'
and Fishermen's Day
Capiz Gym
Grand
Bloodletting Day
Robinson's Mall.
April 13, 2016 - Thursday
Lighting of the Plaza and Fireworks Display
Witness Roxas City Plaza glow as the shining, shimmering and glittering giant flowers spread throughout the city center are lit to brighten up the CAPIZtahan festivity.
April
14, 2016 - Thursday
Lighting of the Plaza and Fireworks Display
Witness Roxas City Plaza glow as the shining, shimmering and glittering giant flowers spread throughout the city center are lit to brighten up the CAPIZtahan festivity.
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| The Shell Village. Image: Roxas City Tourism Office |
Flag
Raising and Opening Program
Roxas City Hall and Capiz Provincial
Capitol Grounds, 8:30 am.
Opening
of Unli Kultura Expo and the CAPIZtahan Trade Fare
Capiz Provincial Park, 9:30 am.
A three-day exhibit showcasing native and
indigenous products of Capiz. About 46 exhibitors will join the event. The exhibits
shall run until Sunday, April 17.
Opening
of the Shell Village
Balay Capiznon, near the Provincial Capitol.
This features the various products using
Capiz shell, 9:30 am.
Opening
2nd CAPIZtahan Kite Flying Competition
Pueblo de Panay Roxas City, 6 am.
A thee-day event and workshop for
kite-flying enthusiasts.
Opening
of Artist Village and Samuryakot, a mixed-media art workshop, competition, and
exhibit
Garden Palace Restaurant, Pueblo de Panay.
The speakers/ judges include renowned
Cebuano artist Javy Villacin.
Amba
Capizeño Music and Dance Fest
Capiz Provincial Park, 4 pm.
Bravo,
Capizeño! A Music and Dance Festival
Roxas City Bandstand, 6 pm.
The program features award-winning
performances of performers from schools, colleges and universities in Roxas
City. Another highlight is the performance of barritone and NCCA Ani ng Dangal
awardee Joseleo Logdat.
CAPIZtahan
Tribal Competition
Roxas City Bandstand, 7:30 pm.
April
15 - Friday
CAPIZtahan
Fun Run
To commence the Roxas City Plaza to the
People's Park, 5:30 am.
Commemorative
Mass
Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral, 8 am.
Unveiling
of the New Bronze Statue of President Manuel Roxas and Wreath Laying Ceremony
for the 68th Death Anniversary
President Manuel Roxas Statue, Roxas City
Plaza. 9:30 am
President
Manuel Roxas Exhibit
Ang Panublion Museum, Roxas City, 10 am.
To showcase memorabilias, items, and
mementos belonging to President Manuel Roxas.
ABS-CBN
Kapamilya Fiesta
Villareal Stadium, 6 pm.
Featuring celebrities from the Kapamilya
Network
Fireworks
Competition
Villareal Stadium, 7 pm.
Opening
of 3rd Reggae Festival and Seafood Fair
People's Park, Baybay Roxas City, 6pm.
Fireworks display every night for three
nights.
April
16 - Saturday
6th
DYVR RMN Baroto Race
Roxas City Plaza, 7 am.
Familiarization
Tour
Ecopark, Cuartero, Capiz, 8 am.
1st
Love Radio Dance Shoot Out
Robinson's Place, Roxas, 1 pm.
Parade
of Lights
Roxas City Plaza, 6 pm
Showcasing 50 dancers from every
municipality in Capiz. Parade starts at Fuentes Drive to Roxas City Plaza.
Fireworks display afterwards at 8 pm.
Bikini
Beach Bodies
People's Park, Baybay, Roxas City, 8 pm.
April
17 - Sunday
Capiz
Day of Prayer: An Interfaith Thanksgiving Concert
Roxas City Bandstand, 6 pm.
Performers from different religious
organizations in the province will have a 15-minute performance. The event will
also feature barritone performer Joseleo Logdat.
