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MassKara Festival

The MassKara Festival is Bacolod City's annual festival held every October, featuring participants wearing colorful smiling masks. It symbolizes the resilience and optimism of the Negrense people.

MassKaraFestival of Smiles

📖 Definition

Bacolod City's annual festival featuring colorful smiling masks worn by dancers. Started in 1980 as a response to the sugar crisis and a major sea tragedy u2014 a symbol of Negrense resilience.

📄 Highlights

Electric MassKara (night parade with LED masks), Street Dance Competition, MassKara Queen pageant, and Carnival Fairs along the Lacson Street strip.

🇵🇭 Philippine Context

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