ZAMBOANGA CITY – The city government has set aside P21 million to fund this year’s Zamboanga Hermosa Festival.
CITY Tourism Officer Sarita Sebastian (at rostrum). (Photo via Liza Jocson)
City Tourism Officer Sarita Sebastian said the money will fund 62 events and activities organized by the city government.
Sebastian also revealed almost P1 million in sponsorships and pledges from six private donors as of October 4.
Money will be used to pay prizes for different competitions and events, representation, rent, advertising, and maintenance and operating expenses.
The Zamboanga Hermosa Festival, touted as the biggest festival in Region 9 or Zamboanga Peninsula, is a yearly activity in honor of Zamboanga City patroness Nuestra Señora La Virgen del Pilar (Our Lady of the Pillar).
Activities for the fiesta started on September 21 and these will be held until October 15.
The fiesta culminates on October 12 with a procession and pontifical Mass in honor of the city’s patroness.
Other fiesta activities include a street dance competition, a parade of lights, grand opening salvo, beauty pageants, and sporting competitions.