The street dancing event held on April 5, 2025 in Bontoc, Mountain Province took on a fresh twist this year. Performers paraded simultaneously along the town’s main road from the municipal capitol to the Eyeb Open Gym where the much-awaited cultural showdown was held.
Divided into three categories, children, adult/mix, and open. The showdown highlighted the rich traditions and creativity of Mountain Province’s municipalities.
In the children’s category, Sabangan took home the championship trophy and a P45,000 cash prize.
Bontoc and Barlig followed as first and second runners-up, taking home P35,000 and P25,000 respectively. All other participants received P20,000 as both consolation and participation prizes.
For the adult/mix category, Bontoc clinched the top spot with P70,000 in winnings. Natonin placed second with P50,000, and Besao landed third with P40,000. The remaining groups also received P30,000 consolation and P20,000 participation prizes.
Paracelis emerged as the sole winner in the open category, taking home a total of P90,000.
The celebration was attended by prominent figures including Senator Imee Marcos, Congressman Maximo Dalog Jr., Governor Bonifacio Lacwasan Jr., and Vice Governor Francis Tauli. Also in attendance were Carolyn Tibayan from the office of Senator Lito Lapid, Atty. Jeffrey Exiomo of the Department of Migrant Workers, and DOT-CAR Regional Director Jovita Ganongan.
It highlighted not only the performers’ talent but also the strong sense of pride and unity among the people of Mountain Province.
