Culaba Tourism, Heritage Development, Culture and Arts

13/05/2026

First, all glory and thanks to God for blessing us with perfect weather and an incredibly safe and successful event! 🙏☀️ We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day to celebrate our community and our connection to the sea. 🌊🐟

A massive congratulations to everyone who participated, cheered, and helped make this event one for the books. You all brought amazing energy and sportsmanship to the water!

Now, please join us in congratulating the official winners of the Parapangisda Festival Banca Race! 🚤🚣‍♂️ Let’s give it up for these amazing racers:

🚤💨 20HP CATEGORY

🏆 🥇 Champion - Sanny Boy Medalla

🥈 1st Runner Up - Melvin Rosende

🥉 2nd Runner Up - Joseph Estrada

🛥️ 7HP CATEGORY

🏆 🥇 Champion - Elwin Vere

🥈 1st Runner Up - Ricardo Bañal

🥉 2nd Runner Up -

🛶💪 PADDLE CATEGORY

🏆 🥇 Champion - Arsenio Lontac Gato

🥈 1st Runner Up - Noli Villa

🥉 2nd Runner Up - Edito Gato

Thank you to our amazing crowd, our dedicated organizers, and our hardworking fisherfolk for making the Parapangisda Festival a resounding success! Mabuhay po kayong lahat! 🙌💙

11/05/2026

Maayong adlaw, mga kaigsoonan! 🌊⛵️

​Sa dili pa kita magsadya sa atong Fluvial Parade ug mga lumba sa dagat, atong unahon ang pagpasalamat sa atong Labaw nga Makagagahom! 🙏✨

​Giawhag ang tanan nga mosimba ug motambong sa atong Santos nga Misa karong Mayo 13, 2026, alas 6:00 sa buntag, nga ipahigayon diha sa Pantalan (Culaba Wharf Area / Baywalk).

​Atong dungan nga i-ampo ang atong mga parapangisda, magpasalamat sa tanang grasya nga gikan sa atong kadagatan, ug mangayo og luwas ug malampuson nga kasaulogan sa atong pista.

​Sayo ta ninyo aron magkadungan ta og simba atubangan sa kadagatan! Kita-kits didto sa Pantalan! ⚓️💙

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11/05/2026

Maopay nga adlaw, mga igkasi-Culabanhon! 🌊⛵️

​Antis kita magsadya ngan makig-usa ha aton ginhihingyap nga Fluvial Parade ngan mga pa-rumba ha dagat, unahon ta an pagpasalamat ha Labaw nga Makagarahum! 🙏✨

​Ginaaghat an ngatanan nga tumambong ha aton Banal nga Misa hiton Mayo 13, 2026, alas 6:00 han aga, nga pagbubuhaton dida ha Pantalan (Culaba Wharf Area / Baywalk).

​Magkaurosa kita ha pag-ampo para han aton mga parapangisda, pagpasalamat han mga grasya tikang ha aton kadagatan, ngan pangaro hin giya para hin talwas ngan malinampuson nga selebrasyon.

​Magsimba anay kita ngatanan antis an mga pasundayag ha dagat! Kita-kits kita dida ha Pantalan! ⚓️💙

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08/05/2026

🗣️ 🗣️ Heads Up

⚠️ Last Call : Banca Race Registration up until today May 8, 2026 - 5PM..
✅ No Registration Fee (Free Registeration)

Just Contact sa naka tag. Open only for Culaba Fisherfolks

Get ready to make some waves! 🌊 The salt air is calling, and the engines are revving for one of the most exciting highlights of the Parapangisda Festival—the BANGKARERA!
Whether you’re a master of the motor or a powerhouse with the paddle, it’s time to show Culaba what you’ve got. This isn't just a race; it’s a tribute to the legacy of our local fisherfolks who have navigated these waters for generations.

🏁 EVENT DETAILS
• 📅 Date: May 13, 2026
• 📍 Location: Culaba Baywalk / Wharf Area
• ⚓ Theme: Honoring the legacy of our Fisherfolks of yeasteryears

🏆 THE CATEGORIES & PRIZES
Think you have what it takes to take home the gold? Check out the stakes:
20 Horsepower
Champion - ₱13,000
1st Runner-Up - ₱8,000
2nd Runner-Up - ₱6,000

7 Horsepower
Champion - ₱7,500
1st Runner-Up - ₱5,000
2nd Runner-Up - ₱3,000

Paddle Race
Champion - ₱3,500
1st Runner-Up - ₱2,500
2nd Runner-Up - ₱1,500

📝 HOW TO JOIN
Don't just watch from the shore—be part of the action!
For registration and inquiries, please reach out to:
👤 Mr. Alberto F. Fiel (Municipal Tourism Development Officer)
📞 09508470935
📧 [email protected]
or Visit us at Municipal Civil Registry Office/Municipal Tourism Development Office - 2nd Floor Municipal Building, Brgy. Marvel, Culaba, Biliran

Organized by LGU Culaba through the Municipal Tourism Development Office.

See you at the finish line! 🚤💨

29/04/2026

Get ready to make some waves! 🌊 The salt air is calling, and the engines are revving for one of the most exciting highlights of the Parapangisda Festival—the BANGKARERA!
Whether you’re a master of the motor or a powerhouse with the paddle, it’s time to show Culaba what you’ve got. This isn't just a race; it’s a tribute to the legacy of our local fisherfolks who have navigated these waters for generations.

🏁 EVENT DETAILS
• 📅 Date: May 13, 2026
• 📍 Location: Culaba Baywalk / Wharf Area
• ⚓ Theme: Honoring the legacy of our Fisherfolks of yeasteryears

🏆 THE CATEGORIES & PRIZES
Think you have what it takes to take home the gold? Check out the stakes:
20 Horsepower
Champion - ₱13,000
1st Runner-Up - ₱8,000
2nd Runner-Up - ₱6,000

7 Horsepower
Champion - ₱7,500
1st Runner-Up - ₱5,000
2nd Runner-Up - ₱3,000

Paddle Race
Champion - ₱3,500
1st Runner-Up - ₱2,500
2nd Runner-Up - ₱1,500

📝 HOW TO JOIN
Don't just watch from the shore—be part of the action!
For registration and inquiries, please reach out to:
👤 Mr. Alberto F. Fiel (Municipal Tourism Development Officer)
📞 09508470935
📧 [email protected]
or Visit us at Municipal Civil Registry Office/Municipal Tourism Development Office - 2nd Floor Municipal Building, Brgy. Marvel, Culaba, Biliran

Organized by LGU Culaba through the Municipal Tourism Development Office.

See you at the finish line! 🚤💨

14/09/2025

14/09/2025

Travel isn’t always about rushing from one attraction to the next—it’s about savoring the journey. Choosing slower, more mindful ways of exploring not only reduces your carbon footprint but also connects you more deeply with the place and its people. 🌍✨

✔️ Walk through local streets and markets – Discover hidden gems, meet locals, and immerse yourself in the daily rhythm of the community.
✔️ Bike around destinations – Eco-friendly, healthy, and a great way to see more than what cars can reach.
✔️ Take public transport – Ride a jeepney, tricycle, or local bus and experience travel the way residents do.

By slowing down, you’ll notice the little details—the smiles, the flavors, the stories—that make every destination truly unforgettable. 💚

14/09/2025

The branding team of cheil visited the town of Culaba for Biliran tourism branding...