Pahiyas: The Philippines’ Most Colourful Harvest Festival

In Lucban, Quezon, south of Luzon, Pahiyas Festival is gaining popularity not just from the townsfolks of Quezon, but even residents from the metropolitan cities, find their way to join the colorful feast celebrated every 15th of May. The celebration is in honor of San Isidro Labrador, the patron saint of farmers. The farmers of Lucban, Quezon express their thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest with a grand display of colorful rice wafers, fruits, vegetables, and handicrafts adorning every house in the town.

With the Filipinos’ fun-loving spirit and creativity, there’s a handful of grand town fiestas and vibrant festivals celebrated across the Philippines. Among the numerous festivals in the country, the province of Quezon takes pride in its annual colorful harvest festival called the Pahiyas Festival.