The First Watwatworld Symphony of Culture held last Saturday, March 28, 2026 was a success! We saw the birth of a new festivity dedicated to the bonding, camaraderie and networking of cultural performers within La Trinidad, Baguio City and neighboring municipalities. Performers, young and old, enjoyed the moment of oneness, dancing to the rhythm of everyone.
𝗦𝗬𝗠𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘
The inaugural Symphony of Culture resonated with success at the Strawberry Festival Trade Fair grounds in Km. 5, La Trinidad. Conceptualized by Dean cuanso as one of the highlights of the festival’s commercial trade fair, the event gathered a vibrant community of around 230 performers, teachers, and coaches, with the support of approximately 60 parents and a large number of enthusiastic trade fair goers.
Mayor Roderick C. Awingan expressed his appreciation to the organizers, performers, and the community for making the activity a meaningful celebration of local talent, creativity, and cultural heritage. He emphasized the importance of supporting cultural initiatives that strengthen community identity while complementing the municipality’s economic and tourism efforts.
The event showcased the rich artistic spirit of La Trinidad, blending cultural expression with the vibrant atmosphere of the trade fair. Through music and performance, it highlighted the role of the arts in fostering unity and pride among residents.
Following the overwhelmingly positive response, organizers and participants are already looking ahead to an even bigger staging in the future. With the success of its first volume, there is growing enthusiasm to hold the next Symphony of Culture in a larger venue to accommodate more participants and spectators. Future editions also aim to widen participation by involving more schools and local organizations, further strengthening its potential to become a lasting highlight of the La Trinidad Strawberry Festival.
-Deborah Molitas
Symphony of Culture Program
Opening Prayer – Mr. Ariel Layugan
National Anthem – Audio Centrix
Welcome Remarks – Ms. Shemen Padua, Festival Secretariat
Inspirational Messages - Mr. Dean Michael Cuanso and Mayor Roderick Awingan
Symbolic opening of Symphony of Culture Festival with the beating of solibao by Mayor Roderick Awingan and Mr. Dean Cuanso followed by everyone – beating of solibao then followed by beating of gongs.
9:30am Start of presentations. Each group was given a maximum of 3mins to prepare, 5-10mins to perform and 5 minutes for the group photo session on stage.
a. Tawang Cultural Dance Troupe – Mountain province
b. Buyagan Elem. School - Kalinga
c. Ambiong National HS – Benguet
d. Tawang Cultural Dance Troupe – Mountain province
e. Puguis Elem. School - Benguet
f. Tungtongan Cultural Performing and Arts Ensemble – Mountain Province
g. Namuaw Cultural Group – Mountain Province
Symphony Dance – The host invited everyone to dance per province starting with
1. Kalinga – led by Tawang Cultural Dance troupe and Buyagan Elem School
2. Abra – led by Ambiong National high
3. Ifugao – led by Namuaw Cultural group
4. Mountain province – led by Tungtongan Cultural group
5. Benguet – Bendian – led by Puguis elem school AND Ambiong National Highschool
Closing Remarks: Sir Ariel Layugan
Hosted by: Mr. Argie De Guzman Tilap
Thank you very much to out event sponsors!
Rani Wraps - goodness in a wrap!
LT Wings - Sarap to the max!
L.A. Shawarma - Rapsa Beh!
Watwatworld Highland Weddings and Events
Rassasy Choices - the hottest chillis in town!
Donian Lutong Bahay
Lola Teresa
Conchilig Dental Clinic
Jacks Center - km6, La Trinidad
Mr. Ash
Mr. Jewel
Ms. Marylou
Ms Pam Carino
Mr. Nic Satur Jr.
Mr. Kurt Sebio
Thank you also to our partners:
La Trinidad Business and Industry Federation (LTBIF)
BUMESCA EVENTS
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
LA TRINIDAD MAYOR’S OFFICE
LA TRINIDAD SANGUNIANG BAYAN
LA TRINIDAD TOURISM OFFICE
WATWATWORLD CREATIVE MEDIA
Here are some videos of the first watwatworld Symphony of Culture Festival
Thank you everyone for making the 1st Symphony of Culture a success!
See you on December 2026!
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