Quezon Province is really rich in culture, heritage, history and in natural resources. Well known as an agricultural province in Southern Luzon, Quezon Province is one of the largest and richest producers of commodities such as rice, fruits and vegetables.
Last June at SM City Lucena, Quezon Province is able to showcase once again its pride in creative and world-class craftsmanship with the the Crafts of Quezon Exhibit.
The following is the context from the exhibit:
"Quezonians are known as among the happiest Filipinos who celebrate festivals all year round - from the Tagkawayan Day on January 1 to Sariaya's Belen Festival on December.
They are also very creative people who celebrate the rich produce of their land - coconuts, rice, bananas - by transforming these into the world class products.
From buli weaving in Mauban and Sariaya to coconut inspired crafts in Candelaria to kiping souvenirs in Lucban to driftwood sculptures in Banglos to coconut based soaps in Lucena to Ugu Bigyan's artisan pottery in Tiaong, Quezon is a treasure trove of some of the most amazing products."
Indeed blessed with rich land very much suitable for agriculture plus Quezonians creativity and knack to create something beautiful and useful, yields to words that best describe Quezon's products; all fresh and natural - WORLD CLASS.
The Pasayahan sa Lucena Activities may be over but the festivities for the celebration of Lucena City's feast day are very much alive.
In honor of St. Ferdinand the King, on May 30, Lucena City celebrates its feast day. Residences and establishments alike at downtown Lucena City celebrate with festivities including food, booze and entertainment.
The city celebrates the feast day with a Thanksgiving Mass and a Solemn Procession in honor of the patron saint, St. Ferdinand the King.
There are still a lot of attractions downtown despite the Pasayahan sa Lucena festivities being over. Live bands and entertainment await in Quezon Avenue; go downtown for the Tiangge and Baratillo Exhibit; the night life is very much alive with the night market being extended for another week; the Super Carnival in Pacific Mall is still ongoing as well as the Likas at Likha Agri-Trade and Exhibit; and with several barangays holding their own pageants, contests and tournaments.
The City's fiesta is a gentle reminder that the summer season and vacation will be over soon and the rainy days and school days are up ahead. So why not spend the rest of the summer discovering what Lucena City has to offer..?
Happy Fiesta Lucena City! VIVA St. Ferdinand the King!
One of the main highlights of the Pasayahan sa Lucena Festivities is the grand parade. This year's theme for the Mardi Gras is the Carnival, inspired by the Carnival of Venice.
The Grand Parade showcases the talent, creativity and craftsmanship of Lucenahins as they parade through the streets of Lucena City Proper in their colorful costumes, props, and elegant floats.
The parade also serves as a competition for business establishments, government and non-government agencies and organizations and educational institutions alike. The Parade is divided into street dancing and float competitions.
Amidst the Spirit of Competition among the participants, all are in good spirits as the event's main purpose is for the enjoyment and delight of the crowd, and the promotion of Lucena City as a premiere investment community not only in Quezon Province but the entire Region IV.
This year's Grand Parade also features GMA 7's talents together with Ms. Roxanne Guinoo, Mr. Raymart Santiago, Ms. Rochelle Pangilinan and other Kapuso Stars.
The Parade started off at Quezon National High School and trekked through ML Tagarao Street, Quezon Avenue, Merchan St and Gomez Street. The Parade's ends at SM City Lucena where a Mall Show courtesy of Celebrity guests from GMA 7 await the crowd.
The festivities and fun are very much alive and kicking here at Pasayahan sa Lucena!
