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10/01/2026

REJOINDER: For everyone’s information, the Panagbenga Launching happens in January. This is when the Baguio Flower Festival Foundation, Inc. (BFFI) officially unveils the calendar of events and activities lined up for February.

It’s important to note that Launching ≠ Opening Parade.

The Opening Parade marks the actual start of the month-long festivities and usually happens on February 1, along with events in the Central Business District (CBD) and other key venues across the city.

The Panagbenga Launching, on the other hand, is usually held at the City Hall grounds. It serves as the opening salvo of the festival—featuring performances, messages from organizers and city officials, and a preview of what to expect (Calendar of Events)—rather than a full-scale parade or street celebration.

𝟯𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗕𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗔 𝗧𝗢 𝗕𝗘 𝗟𝗔𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗 𝗝𝗔𝗡𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝟭𝟮

The 30th edition of the Panagbenga, otherwise known as the Baguio flower festival, will be formally launched by the Baguio Flower Festival Foundation, Inc. (BFFFI) and the local government at the city hall grounds simultaneously with the conduct of the regular flag raising ceremony on Monday, January 12, 2026.

The annual staging of the month-long Panagbenga, which usually starts every February 1, serves as the city’s major crowd-drawing event, being one of the well-attended festivals in the country.

The theme of the 30th edition of the flower festival is ‘Blooming Without End’, which highlights the sustained growth of the festival over the past three decades.

Members of the BFFFI Board of Trustees will be joining city officials and employees in the formal launching of the month-long activities that will be rolled out on the said date.

Further, the official festival theme and calendar of activities will be formally unveiled by the concerned stakeholders, including city officials and the BFFFI Board of Trustees, during the scheduled launching program.

Panagbenga enjoys the distinction of being the only festival in the country that was earlier included in the elite list of members of the International Festivals and Events Association.

Mayor Benjamin B. Magalong will be delivering the inspirational message while Rep. Mauricio G. Domogan, who is also the BFFFI Chairman, will declare the official launch of the festival. By Dexter A. See

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In pursuit of our commitment for a convenient and enhanced tourist experience, admission to the Baguio Botanical Garden will now require pre-reservation starting January 16, 2023.

Book your reservation slots here:
https://visita.baguio.gov.ph/tickets

Important Reminders:
1. Reservations made by a VISITA registrant can include up to 9 companions, a total of 10 visitors per reservation.

2. Save or print QR Code to be presented at the entrance ticket booth, together with applicable required IDs/cards (SC/PWD card, ID with Date of Birth, Baguio School ID, and/or proof of Baguio residency).

3. Go to Botanical Garden on the scheduled day and hour as reserved.

4. Total amount is subject to validation and changes depending on documents presented.

5. Strictly NO QR CODE, NO ENTRY.

6. QR Codes are NOT for sale and NOT transferable. Registrant who made reservation must be one of the visitors.

7. Payments are to be settled on-site, at no additional cost.

For additional information, assistance and queries, please call the City Tourism Office (074) 446-2009 or send a message to Baguio Tourism or Baguio Visita FB Page.