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Annual Timpupo Festival Celebration Set for March

March 06, 2026

The City Government of Kidapawan announces the annual Timpupo Festival, the premier cultural celebration that showcases the city's rich heritage as the "City of Fruits."

The festival features street dancing competitions, fruit displays, agricultural trade fairs, cultural presentations, and the famous fruit-sharing tradition where tons of fruits are shared with residents and visitors alike.

Key events include the Mutya ng Kidapawan pageant, the Fruit Festival parade, and the Mt. Apo Boulder Face challenge.

Visitors from across Mindanao and the Philippines are expected to attend the celebration, which also serves as a platform for promoting local tourism and the agricultural products of the region.

The Tourism Office encourages early registration for Mt. Apo climbing activities during the festival period.