Angono, Rizal located about 20 miles east of Metro Manila is considered as the Art Capital of the Philippines. The town is also known for the Higantes Festival in honor of San Clemente, the patron saint of the fishermen. During this time, “higantes” or paper mache giants 10-15 feet tall, parade around the locale.
HIGANTES FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS – November 17
7am
Higantes Festival Grand Parade
Angono Elementary School Assembly area
9am
Cosplay
(Angono Gymnasium)
10am
Parehadora Festival IV
Street Dancing
Angono Gymnasium/National Road
Festival schedule was provided by the Angono Tourism Office.
