Ably conquering the Covid-19 pandemic, the city of Biñan opened its gates to its biggest, barangay-based, face-to-face, cultural and productivity festival after two years of online only celebrations.
COSTUME Parade and Competition winners: : Representing Barangay Dela Paz ; Representing Barangay Canlalay ; and Representing Barangay Poblacion . CORONATION night: The winners of the Mister and Miss Biñan pageant Yuan Carlos Raflores, Brgy. Platero, and Noon Elzeiber, Brgy. Loma ; Clayton Kyle Belan, Brgy. San Antonio, and Allyza Fleur Magistrado, Brgy. San Francisco ; and Armando Reyes, Brgy. Timbao and Gracieday Bonagua, Brgy. Dela Paz .
During the summit’s “Usapang Kultura” lecture, De Leon praised the City of Biñan for the conduct of the festival. “Tama yang ginagawa ninyo na [You are right in doing it] one town, one product. The Biñan Puto Latik Festival is a productivity festival which promotes industry and trade.” Opening day was punctuated by choice residents from various barangays entering fun competitions and participating in colorful parades. Their competitive styles garnered shrieks of excitement and avid support from friends, relatives, and supporters.
“It was so heartening to see the lively performances of the various barangays. They really miss attending these festivities and the action,” Mayor Dimaguila said.On May 16, some 26 candidates for the Mister and Miss Biñan displayed their best walks and talents at the Pre-Pageant competition held at the Southwoods Mall.
The city likewise held its coronation night for Miss Biñan Gay Queen last May 19. Joan Zapata of Brgy. Dela Paz was crowned Queen after registering an average score of 93 percent, compared to her rivals. The new Biñan Gay Queen took home a cash prize and a 100 percent scholarship at Trimex Colleges, among other prizes.