Is Lipa, Batanas eyeing for a new international festival in the Philippines? Iloilo has Dinagyang Festival, Bacolod has MassKara Festival, Lucban has Pahiyas Festival, and now, Lipa has BarakoFest.

The BarakoFest 2024 will happen from March 14-16 at the Manila Batangas Bypass Road in Lipa, Batangas.

This three-day festival pays homage to the rich culture of the region, highlighting the “Barako” characteristic of Batangueños.

BarakoFest 2024 promises an immersive experience into the world of music, art, food, adrenaline rush, and non-stop partying with a special focus on the Batangueño fellowship, known for its strong bond and valiant spirit. The festival invites a smorgasbord of enthusiasts, local communities, and tourists to partake in a variety of activities designed to entertain, educate, and invigorate the senses.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:

ART FEST: Step into the realm of boundless creativity with our immersive art installation and art exhibits with our homegrown Batangueño artists headed by Mr. Joseph Albao and our special guest, the world-renowned artist and curator, Mr. Kawayan De Guia.

TRADEFEST: Delight in the best of the best delicacies and products from different municipalities and cities all over Batangas as they showcase their products, tourism and services that their constituents can enjoy and experience.

PLAYFEST: Enjoy inflatables, go-karts, and fun games for kids and kids at heart that promise to create unforgettable memories and experiences not only for kids but for the whole family.

FOODFEST: Feast your eyes and bellies in our 400 stalls of non-food and food concessionaires hailing from all over Batangas to satisfy the cravings of our partygoers.

DRIFT FEST: Marvel in the car drift exhibition showcasing the expertise of our Father-Daughter tandem — Dr. Drift Andel Sison, Daughter Drift Ashley Sison, and Sister Drift Audrey Sison.

CONTENT CREATOR FEST: Meet and greet with our famous content creators showcasing their merchandise and create contents that are sure to go viral with our content creators headlined by: Boss Toyo, Von Ordoña, Dane Grospe, Cherry White, Whamos, Pio Balbuena, Toni Fowler, Ava Mendez, Sachzna Laparan, Ato and friends, Jayzar Recinto, and Bisaya Squad.

E-SPORTS FEST: Experience the thrill, exhilaration and heart-pounding moments and be part of this epic Mobile Legends Competition hosted by the renowned e-sports personality – Renejay and Dogie.

DIRT FEST: Dive into the heart-pounding world of off-road adventure with our motocross team headed by our invited expert riders from Mindanao.

CAR FEST: Satisfy your motorhead with a celebration of car and motorcycle models that will be on display for enthusiasts to feast their eyes on.

SPORTS FEST: Treat your thirst for basketball supremacy in a sport action that includes 3×3 and 3-point shoot-out competition participated by 66 barangays in Lipa City. Then witness our main event for a heart pounding Single Elimination Tournament between Batang Recto VS Billionaires Gang and GBoys VS RHM All Star.

BATTLE OF THE BANDS: Prepare your headbanging skill for this opening rock salvo that is open to professional and amateur bands all over the Philippines to vie for the following prizes: Php 100,000.00, Php 50,000.00, and Php 25,000.00

MUSIC FEST: The highlight of Barakofest 2024, a concert that will guarantee a fun-filled party experience for music fanatics. Philippine’s top DJs and sought-after artists and legendary bands are invited to delight audience in a two-day musical experience.

Sec. Ralph G. Recto and Vilma Santos Recto expressed enthusiasm about the festival stating, “BarakoFest is not just a celebration of our Barako spirit but also a showcase of hard work, ingenuity, entrepreneurship, and passion of our people in Batangas. We are excited to share our culture, our traditions, and our indomitable Barako spirit with the world.”

But more than the events happening in BarakoFest 2024, the goal is to cement Batangas as the Philippines, or rather the world’s capital of Barako Coffee.

“Ang gusto ko lang naman, anywhere you go, diba tuwing babanggitin ang Barako, Batangas ang nasa utak? Diba kapag sinabing Barako, eh Batangueño ‘yan,” shares multi-awarded actress and public servant Vilma Santos during the press conference of Barako Fest 2024 held in Lipa, Batangas.

“We really wanted to bring the attention back to Batangas kasi ang Batangas ay maraming maio-offer. That’s why we’re doing one event na nandun na lahat. First day today and we’re very, very happy. Mukhang masaya ang mga boss namin dahil masaya ang mga taga Batangas,” happily sharws head organizer from Mentorque Productions Brian Diamante.

BarakoFest 2024 is brought to you by Talino at Puso Team and organized by Mentorque Productions, in partnership with San Miguel Corporation and Angkas; and, supported by various local businesses and stakeholders. For more information about the festival, including a detailed schedule of events and accommodation options, please visit us at BarakoFest Facebook page.

Join us in Lipa, Batangas, this March 14,15 and 16, 2024 for an unforgettable celebration of coffee, culture, and community at BarakoFest2024. Let’s raise our cups to the enduring Barako spirit of Batangas!