This time it was for Palompon’s annual fiesta celebration

 with the inaugural launch of the municipality’s 1st Lawig Festival 2011

in honor of their patron saint, St. Francisco Javier.

The Lawig Festival name takes its foundation from the

Bisayan word, “Lawig” – meaning, “to sail on” –

 which its founders and organizers envision to crystalize

 the Palomponganon’s relentless optimism,

courage and fighting spirit in facing life’s challenges

and opportunities for growth.

Organized and spearheaded by the Local Government Unit of Palompon,

the 1st Lawig Festival was held December 02, 2011

and saw the participation of 12 colorful contingents,

 all from within its municipal jurisdiction.  

Dancing to the tribal beat of their respective drum and bugle corps,

the festival streetdancing parade promptly started at 7:00AM

and snaked its way around town ending up at the wharf area

where the final showdown competition was held.