19/10/2026
A HEARTFELT MESSAGE OF THANKS AND GRATITUDE❤✨
With hearts full of gratitude and joy, we extend our sincerest and warmest THANK YOU to everyone who became part of the successful celebration of the 53rd Founding Anniversary and 26th Sambuyawan Festival 2026 of our beloved Municipality of President Quirino!
This celebration was more than just a festival. It was a beautiful expression of our unity, cooperation, culture, and love for our municipality. Behind every successful activity, every joyful moment, and every smile we witnessed were the people who willingly shared their time, resources, talents, and efforts to make this celebration truly memorable.
To everyone who stood with us and contributed to the success of Sambuyawan 2026, maraming-maraming salamat po!This success belongs to all of us.
To our LGU Officials, headed by our ever-supportive Municipal Mayor, Hon. Katrina Florida Sandigan, together with the members of the 17th Sangguniang Bayan, thank you for your leadership, trust, unwavering support, and commitment to the programs and activities of our municipality. Your dedication and shared vision continue to inspire us to work harder for the development of President Quirino. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to showcase the beauty, culture, talents, and potential of our beloved municipality.
Our special and deepest appreciation goes to our Provincial Local Government Unit of Sultan Kudarat, led by Gov. Datu Pax Ali S. Mangudadatu, together with Vice Governor Prince Raden Sakaluran and 1st Congressional District Representative Bai Ruth M. Sakaluran. Thank you for your generosity, continued partnership, and unwavering support for the Municipality of President Quirino. Your support is a testament to the strong partnership and shared commitment to the growth, progress, and development of our province and municipality.
To our Department and Section Heads, thank you for your leadership, cooperation, and dedication in ensuring that every activity was properly coordinated and successfully carried out. Your guidance and willingness to work hand in hand made a significant difference throughout the celebration.
To all LGU Employees, thank you for your hard work, sacrifices, patience, and teamwork. From the preparations to the actual implementation of our activities, you gave your time and energy beyond your usual responsibilities. Every task, whether big or small, contributed to the success of this festival. Thank you for proving once again that when the Pamilya LGU works together, great things can be achieved!
To our Security Personnel and Force Multipliers, particularly the CSU, PNP-PQ MPS, 2nd Mechanized Infantry Battalion, Barangay Peace Action Teams (BPATs), and all other security partners, thank you for ensuring the safety, peace, and order of our community throughout the festivities. Your presence, vigilance, and dedication gave our residents and visitors the confidence to enjoy the celebration safely. We deeply appreciate your service and sacrifices.
To our Medical Teams and Emergency Responders from the Rural Health Unit (RHU), Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), and all other responding personnel, thank you for your readiness, care, and commitment to protecting the health and safety of everyone. Your presence reminded us that behind every successful celebration are people who are always prepared to serve and respond when needed.
To our Food Stall Owners and Vendors, thank you for bringing delicious foods, refreshing treats, and exciting choices to our festivalgoers. Your participation added color, convenience, and life to our celebration while also creating opportunities for local livelihood and entrepreneurship. We hope that Sambuyawan 2026 has helped you showcase your products and strengthen your businesses.
To our generous sponsors, our heartfelt gratitude for believing in the vision of Sambuyawan Festival and for helping us make this celebration bigger, more meaningful, and more memorable.
To our major sponsors RJD Carnival, SONAKI Gaming Corporation, Dr. Carl Hill Florida, and Narciso Farms— thank you very much for your generosity and valuable contributions. Your support helped bring excitement, entertainment, and unforgettable experiences to our people.
To our other sponsors — KCC Mall of Marbel, DOLE Philippines Xylie General Merchandise, Kasandra Pharmacy, HD Battery & Tire Center, Land Bank of the Philippines–Tacurong, Laforteza Pharmacy, TAGUM Cooperative,Xertech Nelly’s Store, QMart Food Hub, NCB Construction, Charmertonler Variety Shop, and Classique Arts Tacurong — thank you for extending your support and becoming part of this milestone celebration. Your generosity is deeply appreciated, and we are grateful to have partners like you who believe in the potential of President Quirino.
To our Barangay Local Government Units, especially our Barangay Captains and Barangay Officials, thank you for your active participation, cooperation, and support. Your leadership and encouragement helped bring our communities together and ensured that the spirit of Sambuyawan reached every barangay. Thank you for being partners in promoting unity, community pride, and local development.
To the different National Government Agencies, thank you for your partnership, cooperation, and continued support for our municipality. Your presence and involvement strengthened our collective efforts toward building a progressive and united President Quirino.
To the Department of Education, our School Heads, Teachers, Non-Teaching Staffs, and Students, thank you for your invaluable support, especially through your participation in the various festival activities and for lending monoblock chairs for our events. Your generosity and cooperation helped us accommodate our participants and guests and contributed greatly to the smooth implementation of our programs. Thank you for being our partners in celebrating our culture, talents, and community spirit.
To all the judges of our different contests and competitions, thank you for sharing your time, expertise, and professional judgment. We recognize the responsibility that comes with evaluating the talents, creativity, and performances of our participants. Thank you for helping ensure fairness, credibility, and excellence in every competition.
To our performers and entertainers — Katiku Central Elementary School, Bannawag Elementary School, Host Nhengskie Your Singing Emcee Dabon , VIRGU Band, and Fitterkarma — thank you for sharing your amazing talents and bringing energy, excitement, and unforgettable entertainment to Sambuyawan 2026. Your performances added joy and vibrance to our celebration and created beautiful memories for our audience. Thank you for making our festival stage come alive!
To all our suppliers and service providers — BEDICO Ledwall, Lights and Sounds, B-ADS Graphics Icon Co., Towers Fireworks,OYEP Events, Hungry Cow Tacurong, Green Heart, Classique Arts, and PAO'S Tuna Sashimi — thank you for your services, hard work, and commitment to delivering what was needed for our activities. We sincerely appreciate your professionalism, patience, and cooperation. Your contributions helped transform our plans into a successful and enjoyable celebration.
And most especially, to the PEOPLE OF PRESIDENT QUIRINO — this celebration is for YOU and because of YOU!
To our dear residents, festivalgoers, visitors, families, youth, community leaders, and everyone who joined, supported, and celebrated with us, maraming-maraming salamat po! Thank you for your enthusiasm, participation, cooperation, and overwhelming support. Your presence gave meaning to every activity and made our 53rd Founding Anniversary and 26th Sambuyawan Festival truly special.
You are the heart and soul of this celebration. Your smiles, cheers, participation, and pride in our municipality remind us why we continue to work hard to promote President Quirino and share the best of what our community has to offer.
As we look back on the success of Sambuyawan 2026, may we carry with us the spirit of unity, bayanihan, and love for our hometown. May this celebration inspire us to continue supporting one another, promoting our local culture and tourism, uplifting our local businesses, and working together toward a brighter and more progressive future for our municipality.
On behalf of the team behind this celebration, please accept our deepest appreciation and heartfelt gratitude. We may not be able to mention everyone individually, but please know that every contribution, every act of kindness, every hour of service, and every form of support will always be valued and remembered.
Sambuyawan 2026 may have come to a close, but the spirit of unity, pride, and togetherness that it has awakened in our hearts will continue to live on.
Once again, THANK YOU for being part of this wonderful milestone in the history of our beloved municipality.
Dayaw Ka Pres Quirino!✨🥳👏
Mabuhay ang Sambuyawan Festival! Mabuhay ang Bayan ng President Quirino! Mabuhay ang bawat Quirinian!
With heartfelt gratitude and appreciation,
PRESIDENT QUIRINO TOURISM OFFICE
Local Government Unit of President Quirino
Sultan Kudarat
