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February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pamuhag is a traditional way of harvesting honey by local residents in the upland barangays of the municipality of Barbaza, Antique. Harvest typically occurs during the dry season, from May to July, when trees bloom, and honey bees build their hives. The process involves smoking the bees out of their hives, climbing trees to access them, and extracting the honey using clean hands and a strainer. The knowledge of this practice has been passed down through generations, however younger generations are becoming less familiar with it. Honey collected through pamuhag is not only a valued local food source but also ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

PANGATAS SA SUBA.

Antique, Tobias Fornier

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pangatas is a traditional fishing practice observed annually on Good Friday in Tobias Fornier, Antique. A day before the event, participants prepare the river by placing bamboo and coconut leaves to mark the designated fishing area. Come Good Friday, the river is then dried using a pump, and fish, crabs, shrimps, and other crustaceans are caught while smaller species are released to sustain future harvests. The practice is closely tied to religious observance, as the participants would perform a sign of the cross before catching, and this practice aligns with the Good Friday tradition of abstaining from meat. Elders pass ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Knowledge and Practices Concerning Nature and the Universe

LAMBAKLAD

Antique, Tibiao

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Lambaklad fishing is a traditional fishing method practiced in Tibiao, Antique using bamboo rafts and nets to catch fish. The term comes from lambat (net) and baklad (corral), and this method is said to have been introduced by early Austronesian settlers. Passed down through generations, this technique involves setting up a bamboo and rattan fish trap along the migratory path, or known as the “tuna highway”, to catch various species. It is a cooperative effort among local fishermen, as the practice entails lowering the net into the water and hauling it up when full, making it an effective and environmentally ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

PABUOL –SUHOT/ PASUHOT

Antique, Maybato North, San Jose de Buenavista

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pabuol-suhot is a traditional healing practice in Maybato North, San Jose, Antique. Originally came from a healer named Celestina, and the practice is now carried by her great-granddaughter, Alicia Serrano, who has been performing this for 76 years. The process involves using cotton balls, papaya stalks, lana or coconut oil, and fire. The procedure focuses on extracting insects from the ears and performing tu-ob, smoking the patient starting from the feet to the head. The practice does not charge any fixed fees, but instead accepts voluntary contributions known as pasanag. Pabuol-suhot is not only a livelihood but also a form ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

DUMOG

Antique, San Jose de Buenavista, San Pedro

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Dumog is a traditional wrestling-style game held in Barangay San Pedro, San Jose, Antique, during Easter Sunday and the annual Barangay Fiesta on June 29. This long-standing tradition is highly anticipated by locals and nearby communities, participated mainly by males of all ages. Matches take place on a 10×10 grid of interconnected squares called the Luna, where participants attempt to pin down their opponent’s back to the mat to win. Each match lasts between 3 to 5 minutes, and if no clear winner emerges, the prize is shared. The game is sustained through community donations and collection hats, reinforcing a ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Knowledge and Practices Concerning Nature and the Universe

PAMULDOS

Antique, Coastal Barangays, Patnongon

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pamuldos is a traditional method of catching semilya (bangus fry) practiced in coastal barangays of Patnongon, Antique. Local fishermen use fine mesh and constructed bamboo seine called buldos to catch the fry, and this practice is usually done between March to June and September to December, seasons when the fry is abundant. Pamuldos is passed down through generations by hands-on practice and observation, and it provides an income that helps families, especially for education costs. Beyond serving as a livelihood for the community, this fosters community interaction as families gather around the net and share time together while fishing. However, ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Knowledge and Practices Concerning Nature and the Universe

PABUSWANG (MUD LOBSTER TRAPPING)

Antique, Pandan

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pabuswang is a traditional fishing practice in Pandan, Antique, where hunters use traps made of bamboo and rubber, known as pasuk, to catch uson (mud lobsters, Thalassina anomala). This method is tied to specific tidal conditions of the river and reflects deep-rooted indigenous knowledge in the community. This practice is passed down through generations through firsthand observation or even through modern platforms like online tutorials. Beyond sustenance and livelihood, pabuswang is also intertwined with spiritual beliefs, with hunters often seeking protection from unseen forces believed to inhabit the swamps. However, urbanization and the loss of wetland habitats pose a challenge ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Knowledge and Practices Concerning Nature and the Universe

PAG-PATANDOK

Antique, Belison, Delima

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pag-patandok is a traditional healing practice observed in Barangay Delima, Belison, and other rural communities of Antique. This practice employs animal horns, typically from goats, deer, or cows, to extract perceived toxins, even rabies, from a person’s bloodstream. The process begins by creating a small hole near the tip of the horn. The horn is then applied to the patient’s skin near the site of a bite, in conjunction with kabulay, a black, honey-like substance produced by the libog insect. This substance is believed to aid in separating poison or rabies from the blood. The practitioner then sucks air through ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

PAGRARA IT BANIG (BANIG MAKING)

Antique, Libertad

February 18, 2026

CMPG

Pagrara it banig (mat weaving) is a traditional practice in Libertad, Antique, where the bariw plant is used as the primary material for weaving. It is believed that this practice existed long before the Spaniards arrived. This intricate process consists of 14 steps: pagsasa, paghapnig, pagriras, pagbulad, pagpalpag, paglikid, pagbuntay, pagkulhad, pagkyupis, taytay, pagrara, sapay, hurip, and gutab. The practice has been passed down through generations, with elders teaching younger community members through observation and hands-on experience. Most elders believed that the best time to weave is during the rainy season, when the bariw plant is softer and easier to ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

BANIGAN FESTIVAL

Antique, Libertad

February 18, 2026

CMPG

The Banigan Festival is an annual event held in Libertad, Antique, during the second week of March, celebrating the town’s traditional banig (mat) industry. The festival includes activities such as Pasundayag (Agri-Trade Fair), a streetdance competition, and the Lin-ay kang Libertad pageant. These events highlight the local artistry and craftsmanship, with participants, including students and mat weavers, engaging in competitions that showcase the cultural significance of mat weaving through their costumes and performances. At the same time, the festival also honors the town’s patron saint with mass celebrations. Established in 2000, the festival has become a cultural celebration which fosters ...

PAMUHAG(Honey Collection)

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