PREPARATIONS for the grand opening of the Kadayawan Festival 2026 are on full track, featuring a live fluvial reenactment of the historic convergence of 11 ethnolinguistic communities along the Davao River. The opening leg will feature Subang Sinugdanan and Panagtagbo, symbolizing the historic meeting and peaceful co-existence of Davao City’s Moro and Indigenous Peoples (IP) communities. Upon arrival at Tionko Field, a one-hour program will showcase the 11 cultural communities alongside the official candidates of the Hiyas sa Kadayawan. The festivities will immediately transition into the Concerto sa Kadayawan, scheduled for 6 p.m. at San Pedro Square. These include the Indak-Indak sa Kadayawan street dancing competition and the Pamulak sa Kadayawan floral float parade, which are expected to draw thousands of local residents and tourists.