| Brief Description | Capiztahan is the annual province-wide celebration commemorating the founding
anniversary of the Civil Government of Capiz, which will celebrate its 124th year in
2025. The civil government was established on April 15, 1901, by the U.S. Philippines
Commission through Act No. 115. The province now includes one city and sixteen
municipalities across two districts.
Among Capiztahan’s highlight events are (1) Maragtas sang Capisnon, a grand
parade featuring elaborate floats and a dance drama competition, showcasing
Capiz's rich history from pre-colonial to post-colonial times; (2) Surambaw Seafood
Feast and (3) Saot Capiz: Capisnon Folk Dance Competition that showcases the
province’s published folk dances. Capiztahan also features other cultural, social,
sports and special events, and coincides with the death anniversary of Pres. Manuel
A. Roxas. Capiztahan is a clever fusion of words, where the province name "Capiz"
dances seamlessly with "kapistahan," the Filipino term for "festivity," creating a
name that communicates vibrancy of celebration.
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