Kadaugan sa Mactan

27 Apr 2012
Place: Lapu Lapu City Cebu

Literally translated into “Victory in Mactan,” this one-day celebration on April 27 features a re-enactment of the historic Battle of Mactan, when forces of Cebuano chieftain Lapulapu defeated the far more technologically advanced troops of Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan.

Decorated bancas (canoes), representing Magellan's three ships, lead a fluvial procession to the beach. The planting of the Cross of Magellan and the baptism of the natives is followed by the battle, which culminates in Lapulapu's victory. 

Kadaugan sa Mactan (literally, "Victory at Mactan") used to be called Bahugbahug sa Mactan (literally, "Melee at Mactan"), initially staged in 1981. The exact time at which the festival begins depends on the tide but is usually around eight in the morning