The Alimango Festival features a display of different sizes of alimango (crab). The celebration includes a fluvial parade that passes through a strip of mangrove trees. Various activities, such as native dance performances, are held to showcase the local culture and tradition.
HOW TO GET THERE
The most convenient way to Lanao del Norte is through Iligan. To get to Iligan you must first reach Cagayan de Oro city either by air or by sea. If taking off within the Mindanao area, you can also try land transportation.
You can ride a bus to Iligan once you reach Cagayan de Oro.
March 22 / Lala, Lanao del Norte (1 hour 30 minutes from Manila to Cagayan de Oro City by air; 4 hours 15 minutes from Cagayan de Oro City to Iligan/Lala by land)
A festival to celebrate "Araw ng Lala" featuring displays of different sizes of alimango (crab). Also features native costumes, dances and contests depicting and promoting local culture and tradition and fluvial parade passing through unspoiled mangroves.