FIRST ever to happen in 34 years that Davao City will celebrate a month-long Kadayawan Festival. During the celebration, guests, participants and spectators are advised to observe strictly the following nos:
No caps
No sunglasses
No jackets
No backpacks
No translucent canisters
No intoxicating beverages
No bladed weapons
No laser lights
No pets
No littering
No spitting in public places
No urinating in public places
No smoking
No catcalling
No Ponzi scheme
No pickpockets
No mashers
No mendicants
No illegal parking
No jaywalking
No flying clearance no drone flying
No civilians allowed wearing law enforcement uniforms
No bomb joke
No false alarm
No to terroristic act
And, yeses:
Yes to bring ID
Yes to enjoy with friends
Yes to mingle with the crowd
Yes to wear the best smile
Yes to be vigilant
Yes to enjoy the safety
Yes to wear comfortable clothes and shoes
Yes to always observe the city ordinances
Yes to obey traffic rules and regulation
Yes to appreciate the traditional dances
Yes to witness the drumbeating competition
Yes to the artistic fanfare of folklore from the 11 tribes
Yes to the living heritage of the city showcase
Yes to enjoy with the songs of different ethno-linguistic groups
Yes to flora and fauna presentation in decorative floats
Yes to eat durian fruits and delicacies
Yes to demand a cheaper price of fresh mangosteen
Yes to experience clean and green Davao
Yes to revel in ambiance
Yes to pigeon feeding at the park
Yes to charcoal flavor ice cream
Yes to crocodile recipes
Yes to Roxas street foods dining
Yes to grilled tuna panga
Yes to agri-trade fair
Yes to bag pasalubong
Enjoy the month of abundance not only of fruits and harvests but of non-working holidays. Madayaw Dabaw!
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