Sure Ilocos Sur!

         Ilocos Sur is a beautiful province located in the northern part of Luzon. It is a province rich in culture that represents the ancient Spanish and Filipino heritage. To show and share their treasure to the whole world, the local conceived a festival that highlights these cultural traditions and they called it the "Kannawidan Festival".
        It is a celebration that lasts from the last week of January up to the first week of February. Included in the course of events is the commemoration of the foundation day of the province.

         One mission of the festival is paying attention to the children. It is because of the observation that many traditions, songs, dances and other Ilocano culture are not recognized by the younger generations of the province. Instead, children are more paying attention to the modern and novelty dances they see television than the traditional ones.It is one of the reason why Kannawidan Festival is conducted.
          Here, children may appreciate their rich culture and tradition. Also on the opening day of the festival, a traditional ritual is performed by the students of the Ilocos Sur, especially high school students. There are different contests that focus to the ability and skills of the students. These includes traditional tribal rituals, choir and glee club competition, marching band contest, traditional music ensemble, dance drama, traditional and folk dances, contemporary dance competition, and street dancing showdown.
          The local government of Ilocos Sur of this festival to encourage the younger generations to learn the indigenous songs and dances of the province.