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This is where the most exciting Masskara Festival events are happening

Catch the best of Bacolod City's renowned festival spirit with these fun-filled activities

Published Oct 17, 2025 04:28 am
The Upper East shines bright even at night as colorful performances take centerstage during Bacolod’s most celebrated festivity.
The Upper East shines bright even at night as colorful performances take centerstage during Bacolod’s most celebrated festivity.
All eyes are on Bacolod City this October as it gears up for Masskara Festival this month with a celebration of music, vibrancy, and fun happening in every corner of the City of Smiles.
At the heart of it all is property giant Megaworld’s 34-hectare The Upper East township—the city’s modern central business district and go-to destination for the biggest events of this year’s Masskara Festival.
From glowing parades to fashion runways, The Upper East offers a stacked lineup of experiences for locals and visitors alike. If you’re planning a trip to one of the Philippines’ most talked-about festivals, here’s your guide to all the must-visit happenings this year.
Festival goers enjoy the most colorful events of Masskara Festival, including the much-awaited Electric Masskara Parade, along Upper East Avenue.
Festival goers enjoy the most colorful events of Masskara Festival, including the much-awaited Electric Masskara Parade, along Upper East Avenue.
Witness the Electric Masskara Parade light up the city
On October 17, the Upper East Avenue will come alive at night with one of the festival’s most anticipated highlights, transforming it into a glowing corridor of revelry, music, and excitement.
The Electric Masskara Parade features colorful giant floats filled with dancers in neon-lit costumes and illuminated masks, grooving from Upper East Avenue on its way to the rest of the city. It’s a headlining spectacle that captures the energy and vibrance of Bacolod City’s biggest festival like no other.
Celebrate Bacolod food, fashion, and fur friends
If you’re staying long for the festival, The Upper East will feature culinary treats, pet-friendly fun, and fashion showcases for the season, which has been running since October 1 and will end on October 19.
Indulge in local flavors at the MassKara Food Fair, cheer on furry friends at the PetsKara Pet Parade, and witness fashion in motion at the Longest Denim Runway by Blackout Models—a bold showcase set against the township’s iconic streetscape.
Tourists and locals can enjoy taking photos in Instagrammable spots all over The Upper East, such as this giant 12-foot Masskara Dancer just across The Upper East House.
Tourists and locals can enjoy taking photos in Instagrammable spots all over The Upper East, such as this giant 12-foot Masskara Dancer just across The Upper East House.
Mascot Parades at Upper East and Northill Gateway
You can also take your family to Bacolod to witness not just one, but two Mascot Parades this year.
The first one took place at Northill Gateway on October 11. If you missed that, you can drop by for The Upper East leg on October 18. Both events feature lively characters, upbeat music, and interactive fun for all ages—perfect for kids and the young at heart.
More events to catch throughout the month
From October 5’s Zumdigras, to the Thunderbugs Community Ride and NOPSSCEA Archery Competition from October 11 to October 12, The Upper East enjoyed a variety of events. Car enthusiasts can still admire the MG Car Display until October 26, and the Megaworld Auto/Moto Drive running until October 16.
From October 15 to 19, explore the Barangay Trade Fair, and don’t miss the Exotic Animals Exhibit on October 17. Spiritual festivities continue with Bacolod for Jesus from October 16 to 18, while the Pink Run rounds out the weekend on October 19. The celebration wraps up with a Streetdance Encore on October 26—keeping Bacolod’s streets alive with music, movement, and community spirit well into the month.

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