22/07/2026
Aside from the structures, lighting, and product display, Kubo Ilognayan of Surallah went beyond the competition criteria by giving visitors a genuine glimpse of the municipality's warmth and hospitality.
Visitors were welcomed with smiles and respect, treated to overflowing coffee/sikwate from the opening day until the festival's closing, delighted with surprise free snacks each day, and generously offered fruits and vegetables harvested from the municipality's fertile lands. During both judging periods, as part of the cultural performance, judges and spectators alike also experienced the lively "Bas-anay" tradition, the festive spirit of Surbétube–The Ilognayan Festival.
More than an exhibit, Kubo Ilognayan became a living showcase of Surallah's culture, generosity, abundance, and community spirit—proving that one of the municipality's greatest offerings is the warmth and hospitality of its people.
LGU Surallah
Pedro M. Matinong Jr.
Dok Harold Eslabon