'Spirit of Mindanao' takes centre stage at Melbourne's first Kadayawan Festival

Key Points

• The Kadayawan Festival is an annual celebration held in Davao City, Mindanao, Philippines.
• The Philippine Community Centre in Laverton comes alive with the vibrant culture, music, and flavours of Mindanao. Featuring traditional performances, the dynamic Indak-Indak sa Dalan, and community exhibits, this free, family-friendly event is a grand showcase of Filipino heritage.
• Organised by Mindanao Cultural Festivals – Australia, Motivationalee, and Collective+, the event brings the spirit of the festival overseas. Lee Montajes, one of the organisers, highlighted the importance of bringing the Kadayawan Festival to Australia.