THE Quezon City Government is set to bring back the La Loma Lechon Festival 2026 on May 17, with a day-long celebration highlighting the district’s culinary heritage, religious tradition, cultural pride, and thriving local businesses.

Held alongside the feast of Nuestra Señora de Salvacion de La Loma, the festival honors La Loma’s identity as the Lechon Capital of the Philippines while strengthening tourism, livelihood, and community pride.

Anchored on the theme “Pamanang Lasa, Pamanang Pananampalataya,” this year’s festival features four major highlights: Lasa, Pamana, Likha, and Kabuhayan — showcasing the district’s food, faith, arts, and local enterprise.

Among the festival highlights are the Lechon Reinvented Cook-Off, featuring creative dishes from La Loma’s top lechoneros; a special cooking demonstration by Celebrity Chef Tatung Sarthou; the colorful Lechon Float Parade; and a massive community boodle fight.

The celebration will also feature the Grand Procession of Nuestra Señora de Salvacion de La Loma, traditional Filipino games, cultural performances, live entertainment, and a local bazaar featuring lechoneros and small businesses from Quezon City.

Mayor Joy Belmonte will also unveil the La Loma Gastronomic Map, an initiative that highlights the district’s top food destinations and further strengthens its reputation as one of Quezon City’s premier culinary hubs.

“The La Loma Lechon Festival is more than a food celebration. It reflects the heart of Quezon City — where culture, community, faith, and livelihood come together,” Mayor Belmonte said.

“When we celebrate La Loma, we also support our local businesses, tourism workers, artists, and lechoneros who keep this tradition alive for generations.”

The festival will culminate in a fireworks display, capping off a full day of tradition, flavor, and community celebration.

QCitizens and visitors are invited to experience the festivities, cultural showcases, and special lechon offerings on May 17 in La Loma, Quezon City.