MassKara Festival
Why it ranks
Bacolod's smiling-mask festival organised by the Bacolod Gugma Foundation Inc. with the city government; the 47th edition ran 1–18 October 2026 with the main events from 9–18 October and closing and awarding on 25 October.
Don't miss: Watch the MassKara street-dance competition and the Electric MassKara along Lacson Street.
Best for: Travellers who want street dancing, the Electric MassKara night parades and Bacolod food in one trip.
Good to know: Lacson Street turns into a pedestrian strip in the evenings during festival week; hotels along it are booked out months ahead.
Key facts
| Type | festival |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | ₱ |
| Best season | October |
| How to get there | Fly to Bacolod-Silay Airport, then 30–40 minutes by shuttle or taxi to the city centre |
| Hours | October (1–18 October in 2026) |
Score breakdown
| Signal | Points | How it was calculated |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews · 45% weight | 9/45 |
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| Credentials · 15% weight | 0/15 |
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| Track record · 15% weight | 0/15 |
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| Transparency · 25% weight | 11.3/25 |
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| Evidence points | 20/100 | #1 in Festivals, MassKara Festival, has 20 points |
| Score | 99 | 60 + 39 × (20 ÷ 20)1.5 · How the category score works |
Licences, accreditation & registrations
No licence or accreditation on record yet.
Address
Bacolod Public Plaza, Rizal Street, Bacolod City, Negros Occidental (approximate map position)
Evidence & sources
- bacolodcity.gov.ph/masskara-festival-2026-set-on-october-1-18/ — Bacolod City Government post (20 May 2026): MassKara Festival 2026 set 1–18 October, major events 9–18 October, closing and awarding 25 October; organiser Bacolod Gugma Foundation Inc. (president Rodney Ascalon) presenting to Mayor Greg Gasataya
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FAQ
Where is MassKara Festival?
MassKara Festival is at Bacolod Public Plaza, Rizal Street, Bacolod City, Negros Occidental.
How much is the entrance fee at MassKara Festival?
₱. Fees are set locally and change; confirm before you go.
How do I get to MassKara Festival?
Fly to Bacolod-Silay Airport, then 30–40 minutes by shuttle or taxi to the city centre
How is MassKara Festival ranked?
MassKara Festival has a category score of 99 (20 evidence points) and ranks #1 for festivals in the Philippines on our editorial methodology. Payment never affects rank.
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