Mark your calendars! The vibrant Iloilo Dinagyang Festival 2025 is set to bring the city alive from January 24-26, 2025. With its passionate performances, spirited processions, and the devotion to Señor Sto. Niño, this annual celebration is a powerful representation of the Ilonggo culture and faith.
Get ready to experience the heart-pounding excitement and cultural extravaganza of the Iloilo Dinagyang Festival 2025! This year’s festivities are packed with a wide array of events, from the vibrant street performances and solemn religious processions to lively food festivals and the highly anticipated Ati Tribe Competition. Whether you’re a local or a tourist visiting Iloilo City, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Check out the complete schedule below to plan your visit and make the most of your Dinagyang experience. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the joy, faith, and colorful traditions of the Ilonggo people. Hala Bira, Iloilo!
| Date | Time | Event | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 18, 2024 (Friday) | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Dinagyang 100-Day Countdown | SM City Iloilo Activity Center |
| December 16, 2024 (Monday) | 5:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Pamukaw | San Jose Parish Placer - Freedom Grandstand - Capitol |
| January 9, 2025 (Thursday) | 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Opening Salvo Kasadyahan | Iloilo Freedom Grandstand - Downtown Area |
| January 10, 2025 (Friday) | 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Opening Salvo Dinagyang | Iloilo Freedom Grandstand - Downtown Area |
| January 10-26, 2025 | Various Times | Dinagyang Side Events | Various Venues |
| January 11, 2025 (Saturday) | 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Miss Iloilo 2025 Coronation Night | WVSU Cultural Center |
| January 17-26, 2025 | Various Times | Novena Mass | San Jose Parish Placer |
| January 23-26, 2025 (Thu-Sun) | All Day | Dinagyang Food Festival | Downtown Area |
| January 24, 2025 (Friday) | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Fluvial & Solemn Foot Procession | Muelle Loney - Downtown Area - San Jose Parish Placer |
| January 24, 2025 (Friday) | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Dinagyang Ilomination Streetdance Competition and Floats Parade of Lights | Atria - SM City - Iloilo Business Park |
| January 25, 2025 (Saturday) | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Creative Parade Sponsors' Mardi Gras | Iloilo Freedom Grandstand - Downtown Area |
| January 25, 2025 (Saturday) | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan | Iloilo Freedom Grandstand - Downtown Area |
| January 25, 2025 (Saturday) | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Grand Religious Sadsad | San Jose Parish Placer |
| January 26, 2025 (Sunday) | 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Concelebrated High Mass Feast Day of Señor Sto. Niño de Cebu | San Jose Parish Placer |
| January 26, 2025 (Sunday) | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Dinagyang Tribes Competition | Iloilo Freedom Grandstand - Downtown Area |
| January 26, 2025 (Sunday) | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Sadsad sa Calle Real | Iloilo Freedom Grandstand - Downtown Area |
| January 26, 2025 (Sunday) | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Dinagyang Awarding Ceremony | Iloilo Freedom Grandstand - Downtown Area |
The Dinagyang Festival 2025 is set to feature eight competitive tribes, showcasing a thrilling mix of school-based and barangay-based contingents. The competition remains “open” this year, according to Iloilo Festivals Foundation, Inc. (IFFI) president, Allan Ryan Tan, offering a diverse array of performances. These tribes will bring their energy and cultural pride to the streets of Iloilo from January 24-26, 2025.
Here are the official participating tribes:
These tribes gave a captivating preview of their performances during the 100-day countdown kickoff held at SM City Iloilo. Spectators were treated to a glimpse of the vibrant choreography, stunning costumes, and dynamic drumbeats that have made Dinagyang a hallmark of Philippine festivals.
Beyond the highly anticipated Ati Tribe Competition, revelers can look forward to a jam-packed schedule of events that will light up Iloilo City. These include:
The Ilomination Street Dance and Parade promises to be a major highlight this year. For the first time, lighted festivals from across the Philippines have been invited to participate, adding a new level of grandeur to the event.
The official dates for these events will be released soon, so stay tuned for further updates.
This year’s theme, “Buhi nga Pagtuo sa Kinabuhi sang mga Ilonggo” (A Living Faith in the Life of the Ilonggos), celebrates the Ilonggo people’s steadfast spirit, resilience, and cultural pride. The theme emphasizes the significance of faith and community in the life of every Ilonggo.
Rooted in devotion, Dinagyang honors the Santo Niño (the Holy Child Jesus). Each year, devotees and spectators unite to shout “Viva! Viva! Señor Sto. Niño!” The celebration not only showcases faith but also draws tourists from around the globe to witness and experience Ilonggo hospitality at its finest.
Throughout the festival, you’ll hear the spirited cry of “Hala Bira, Iloilo!” and “Dinagyang na!” These chants are all about keeping the energy high and inviting everyone to revel in the joyous atmosphere of the festival.
Whether you’re a returning guest or a first-time visitor, you’re bound to have an unforgettable experience. With numerous hotels, restaurants, and festival venues, Iloilo is ready to welcome you!
Don’t miss the Dinagyang Festival 2025—come witness, enjoy, and be part of this cultural spectacle!
As the anticipation for Dinagyang 2025 builds, let’s take a moment to rewind and relive the captivating experience of last year’s celebration. The vibrant energy, dynamic performances, and rich cultural displays from Dinagyang 2024 set the stage for another unforgettable festival this year.
Watch the video highlights below, courtesy of i Channel Multi Media Production, and let it remind you of the joy and excitement that await. Get ready to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Iloilo’s grandest festival, as we count down to January 2025!
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