ILOILO CITY – The Dinagyang Festival’s ILOmination 2026 once again lit up the streets of Iloilo City as top festival contingents from across the country competed in the highly anticipated Festival of Lights and Parade of Floats.
Held as part of Dinagyang’s continuing celebrations, the night parade transformed Mandurriao into a glowing spectacle of choreography, music, and innovative lighting, drawing thousands of spectators and festival enthusiasts.
Major Awards – Festival of Lights (Streetdance)
The Bana-ag Festival of Anilao, Iloilo emerged as the Grand Champion, impressing judges with its synchronized movements, striking light patterns, and cohesive storytelling.
Grand Champion: Bana-ag Festival of Anilao, Iloilo
1st Runner-Up: Zamboanga Hermosa Festival, Zamboanga City
2nd Runner-Up: Pavvurulun Afi Festival, Tuguegarao City
3rd Runner-Up: Pandang Gitab Festival, Oriental Mindoro
Major Awards – Parade of Floats
In the Parade of Lights, creativity and craftsmanship took center stage as illuminated floats rolled through the city.
Grand Champion: Sagility Float, Sagay City
1st Runner-Up: Palawan Pawnshop
2nd Runner-Up: Carelon Global Solutions
Minor and Special Awards
The Bana-ag Festival further dominated the competition by sweeping several technical and artistic categories, highlighting the depth of talent behind its winning performance.
Best Lights Designer: Bana-ag Festival of Anilao
Best Costume Designer: Bana-ag Festival of Anilao
Best Production Designer: Bana-ag Festival of Anilao
Best Musical Director: Bana-ag Festival of Anilao
Best Choreography: Zamboanga Hermosa Festival
People’s Choice Award: Pandang Gitab Festival
City officials and festival organizers lauded all participating contingents for elevating the Ilomination into one of the most visually striking events of Dinagyang. The competition highlighted not only artistic excellence but also the unity and cultural pride shared by the participating communities.
ILOmination continues to stand as a signature Dinagyang event, celebrating creativity through light while strengthening Iloilo City’s reputation as a premier festival destination.
Ilonggo Traveler 
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