LGU Virac Tourism Promotion

05/05/2026

𝗧𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘀 𝘀𝗮 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮 𝘅 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻 2026: 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀

Check out the official Calendar of Activities for Tiendas sa Isla x Summer Barakalan 2026 at Virac Plaza Rizal!

Get ready for exciting events, vibrant performances, and a celebration of local culture, food, and creativity all in one place. Don’t miss out! Mark your calendars and be part of the summer festivities!

𝗚𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁? 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁? 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻. 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝘂𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿!

Stay tuned and follow our page for more updates.

05/05/2026

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗿, 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗰

Yesterday, May 4, 2026, the DOST Catanduanes, in partnership with LGU Virac, the Municipal Tourism Office, and the Municipal Health Office, successfully conducted a 𝐨𝐧𝐞-𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 & 𝐇𝐲𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐜. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥-𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 & 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐜: 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐜, 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓-𝐅𝐍𝐑𝐈 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦.

The training gathered participants from various food service establishments across Virac, equipping them with essential knowledge on 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘇𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝘆𝗴𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀. Discussions were led by Ms. Jennelyn T. Tayamora, Science Research Specialist II, and Ms. Joyce Ann DR. Baluyo, Senior Science Research Specialist from DOST Catanduanes. Meanwhile, the interactive workshops were facilitated by Mr. Jayson B. Guerrero, Project Technical Assistant II, who guided participants in applying proper food handling and hygiene standards in practical scenarios.

Gracing the activity was Municipal Mayor Atty. Sinforoso M. Sarmiento Jr., alongside representatives from the Municipal Health Office and Tourism Office demonstrating strong local government support in strengthening food safety standards within the municipality.

The Local Government Unit of Virac extends its sincere gratitude to the Provincial Director of DOST Catanduanes, Engr. Marie Grace T. Molina, for spearheading this meaningful initiative, and to the Department of Science and Technology – Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI) for providing the Food Safety Grading System. This system serves as a vital tool in assessing, guiding, and elevating the compliance of food establishments with national food safety standards ensuring that quality and safety are consistently met and sustained.

This initiative is crucial in safeguarding public health by ensuring that local food establishments uphold high standards of cleanliness and safety reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses and protecting both residents and visitors.

As Virac continues to position itself as the gastronomy hub of Catanduanes, maintaining safe and high-quality food practices strengthens tourist confidence and enhances the overall dining experience. More importantly, it reinforces Virac’s commitment to responsible and sustainable tourism, where the well-being of both locals and tourists remains a top priority.

Through programs like this, Virac moves forward in building a safer, smarter, and more competitive culinary destination.

&SafeVirac

05/05/2026

𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗦 𝗦𝗔 𝗜𝗦𝗟𝗔 𝘅 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥 𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗞𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗡 2026

Get ready to dive into the ultimate summer vibe at Tiendas sa Isla x Summer Barakalan 2026!

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗮 𝗴𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗽𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂:

A vibrant showcase of unique and diverse products proudly brought by different municipalities featuring everything from authentic local delicacies, mouthwatering food favorites, and refreshing summer treats to handcrafted goods, trendy finds, and must-have pasalubong

Satisfy your cravings, explore local creativity, and soak in the festive energy as you celebrate the rich culture and flavors of the island. Whether you’re here to eat, shop, chill, or vibe, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

𝗚𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗. 𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗦. 𝗜𝗦𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗩𝗜𝗕𝗘𝗦.

Bring your friends, tag your crew, and come hungry! Support local, celebrate culture, and make your summer unforgettable see you at Tiendas sa Isla x Summer Barakalan 2026

30/04/2026

𝗟𝗚𝗨 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗰 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗡𝗖𝗖𝗔 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗬 2026 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻

The Local Government Unit (LGU) of Virac has successfully received its Certificate of Compliance from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) in recognition of its timely and complete submission of the Local Cultural Inventory for Calendar Year 2026. This achievement underscores the municipality’s strong commitment to cultural preservation, documentation, and governance.

The submitted inventory features the ermita of Señor Divino Rostro, more commonly known as the Rawis Chapel, a significant religious and cultural landmark within the community. As an important heritage structure, the chapel reflects the enduring faith, traditions, and identity of the people of Virac, serving not only as a place of worship but also as a repository of local history and collective memory.

This compliance is in accordance with the provisions of the DILG-NCCA Joint Memorandum Circular No. 2021-001, which mandates all local government units to establish, maintain, and regularly update their respective cultural inventories. The policy aims to safeguard tangible and intangible cultural heritage by ensuring systematic documentation and promoting awareness at the local level.

30/04/2026

𝗟𝗔𝗩𝗜𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗬 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥 2026 𝗮𝘁 Hide Out Bar & Lounge

This isn’t just a party… it’s your ultimate escape to paradise.

𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 2 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦. 1 𝗜𝗦𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗. 𝗡𝗢 𝗥𝗨𝗟𝗘𝗦 where the music hits harder, the vibes go deeper, and the nights never end.

We invite everyone, locals, tourists, partygoers, and music lovers! Come and experience the vibe!

𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵:
Guest DJ Chelsea
Guest MC Crizzy
DJ Clarence
DJ Nuvelie
DJ Ridge

Reggae Session by: WanderCloud
𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗲?
𝗧𝗮𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗱 𝗡𝗢𝗪
𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 “𝗟𝗔𝗩𝗜𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗬” 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗽

This is your sign… don’t miss the weekend everyone will be talking about.
MISS THIS = REGRET.

📍 Only here at Hide Out Bar & Lounge

👉 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝘂𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀, 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘀!

Bring your crew. Find your hideout.

🌴🔥 LAVIRACAY THE TAKEOVER 2026 FULL DJ LINEUP 🔥🌴

This is NOT just a party… this is your "escape to paradise" 🌊

2 DAYS. 1 ISLAND. NO RULES.

⚡ WHO ARE YOU MOST EXCITED FOR?

🔥 TAG your crew before tickets run out
🍾 Comment “LAVIRACAY” if you’re pulling up

This is your sign…
Don’t miss the weekend everyone will talk about.

Beats By:
Guest Dj Chelsea
Guest Mc Crizzy
Dj Clarence
Dj Nuvelie
Dj Ridge

Reggae Session by:
WanderCloud

MISS THIS = REGRET.

Bring your Crew, Find your HIDEOUT

27/04/2026

𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗳𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗢𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗻-𝘁𝗼-𝗧𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵, 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁!

Showcase your culinary skills and turn the freshest catch into a masterpiece. Whether you're a professional chef or a rising culinary talent, this is your chance to shine!

📌 Register now by scanning the QR code or by clicking this link:
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Don’t miss this flavorful experience. Be part of the catch, the cook, and the feast!

𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗳𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗰!

Get ready to showcase your culinary skills this coming 𝗠𝗮𝘆 10, 2026 at 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗰 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘇𝗮 𝗥𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗹!

In collaboration with the upcoming 1st GreenCat National Sportfishing Tournament, fresh catch straight from the participants will be available giving you the opportunity to turn premium, freshly caught fish into mouthwatering dishes.

The plaza transforms into a 𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮-𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗽, where tournament participants can select their seafood and have it cooked to order by you, our featured chefs, any style, any dish.

This is your chance to showcase your creativity, elevate local flavors, and impress with your signature cooking style.

𝗧𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗤𝗥 𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲, 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗚𝗨 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗰 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲. 𝗛𝘂𝗿𝗿𝘆! 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 10 𝘀𝗹𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnnGdlL11vE2aTDBYQ9U92covcxcl0UXtqa0f2SSDqcIU-hw/viewform?usp=dialog

Be part of this unique culinary experience where fresh catch meets local talent.

27/04/2026

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲’𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:

Following consultations with MSMEs and the organizing committee, Tiendas sa Isla x Summer Barakalan 2026 has been 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲𝗱 as this will be a province-wide activity, to the following dates:

🗓 𝗠𝗮𝘆 7–12, 2026 – 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗵𝘀
🗓 𝗠𝗮𝘆 15–17, 22–24, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 29–31, 2026 – 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲

The adjusted timeline allows exhibitors ample time to restock, replenish, and reproduce their products, ensuring a vibrant and sustainable month-long celebration.

We look forward to your continued support!

23/04/2026

𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗳𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗰!

Get ready to showcase your culinary skills this coming 𝗠𝗮𝘆 10, 2026 at 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗰 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘇𝗮 𝗥𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗹!

In collaboration with the upcoming 1st GreenCat National Sportfishing Tournament, fresh catch straight from the participants will be available giving you the opportunity to turn premium, freshly caught fish into mouthwatering dishes.

The plaza transforms into a 𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮-𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗽, where tournament participants can select their seafood and have it cooked to order by you, our featured chefs, any style, any dish.

This is your chance to showcase your creativity, elevate local flavors, and impress with your signature cooking style.

𝗧𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗤𝗥 𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲, 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗚𝗨 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗰 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲. 𝗛𝘂𝗿𝗿𝘆! 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 10 𝘀𝗹𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnnGdlL11vE2aTDBYQ9U92covcxcl0UXtqa0f2SSDqcIU-hw/viewform?usp=dialog

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22/04/2026

𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘀 𝘀𝗮 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮 𝘅 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻 2026

Following the consultation meeting with MSME exhibitors yesterday, the Municipal Tourism Officer convened another meeting today, April 22, 2026 to relay and discuss the updated information gathered.

Present during the meeting were representatives from DTI Catanduanes, Ms. Geraldine Bagadiong and Mr. Robert Velchez. Also in attendance were representatives from various LGU offices, including the Municipal Agriculture Office (MAO), Public Employment Service Office (PESO), Municipal Engineering Office (MEO), MENRO–SWMO, the Maintenance Team, and the Tourism Office.

During the meeting, key updates were presented to the Municipal Mayor, including the rescheduled opening date of Tiendas sa Isla x Summer Barakalan 2026, preparations for the installation of lights and electrical wiring by the maintenance team, the provision of additional tents, and the finalization of the list of exhibitors.

Further discussions also covered essential logistical concerns such as the installation of a water source, strengthening security measures within the area, and the implementation of proper waste management throughout the duration of the event.

These coordinated efforts aim to ensure a well-organized, safe, and enjoyable experience for both exhibitors and visitors.

22/04/2026

𝗠𝗦𝗠𝗘 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘀 𝘀𝗮 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮 𝘅 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻 2026

A consultation meeting was held yesterday, April 21, 2026 with MSME exhibitors to discuss updates and plans for the upcoming Tiendas sa Isla x Summer Barakalan 2026. The meeting was attended by the Municipal Mayor, Hon. Atty. Sinforoso M. Sarmiento Jr., together with the Municipal Administrator, representatives from DTI Catanduanes, Ms. Daisy Tabirara, Ms. Geraldine Bagadiong, and Mr. Robert Velchez and the Municipal Tourism Officer.

During the meeting, key matters were discussed, including the rescheduling of the event, overall plans and strategies, product offerings, and the requirements for participation. It was agreed that the opening of Tiendas sa Isla x Summer Barakalan 2026 will be on May 7, 2026.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝘂𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗠𝗮𝘆 7 𝘁𝗼 12, 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝘆 15–17, 𝗠𝗮𝘆 22–24, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝘆 29–31. The weekdays in between these dates will serve as preparation time for exhibitors to reproduce and replenish their products, ensuring sustainability throughout the month-long celebration. This strategy was presented to the exhibitors, who expressed their agreement and support.

Booth operations will be from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. A final coordination meeting is set on April 28, 2026, to finalize all preparations for the event.

For more details, kindly wait for the official announcement regarding the updated dates for Tiendas sa Isla x Summer Barakalan 2026.

22/04/2026

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | 𝗔 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝘀: 𝗣𝗮𝗯𝘂𝗵𝗶 𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗴𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝘄𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗻 | 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 21, 2026

In a shared commitment to marine conservation, a batch of 60 green sea turtles was successfully released back into their natural habitat.

This initiative was graced by the presence LGU Virac headed by Municipal Mayor Atty. Sinforoso M. Sarmiento Jr, PBM Fred Gianan, Provincial Tourism Office led by Ms. Carmel Bonifacio, team from PENRO Catanduanes, along with guests from UNDP and other valued partners.

Spearheaded by the Municipal Agriculture Office through the dedicated management of Mr. Abraham Tablizo, who oversees the care and release of the turtles.