The Peñafrancia festivities celebration continues with the military parade and competition. The street parade is still part of the continuing tradition during the celebration of the Peñafrancia feastivities and festivities which ends on Saturday, after the street and fluvial procession. Photo of the contingent from the Mariners Polytechnic Colleges Foundation- Canaman Campus.
The Peñafrancia festivities celebration continues with the civic parade and float competition.
The Peñafrancia festivities celebration continues with the military parade and competition. The street parade is still part of the continuing tradition during the celebration of the Peñafrancia feastivities and festivities which ends on Saturday, after the street and fluvial procession.
Alternative coverage, if available streamed live by local TV stations, below:
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Another edition of the street parade in celebration of the Peñafrancia festivities 2016.