Each year, the town of MacArthur, Leyte marks its founding anniversary. This celebration is missing something vital - the Bagacay Festival. As someone who sees the importance of this festival in building not just our local community but also to the other municipalities.  I urge the local government to reinstate this event.

The Bagacay Festival is not just a local cultural tradition; it is a powerful means of tourism that places MacArthur, Leyte to be known. However, in the recent years, this aspect of our celebration has been left out, and we feel the impact.

According to the Department of Tourism in 2015, festivals contribute significantly to the local economy and boost the number of visiting tourists. The Bagacay Festival, with its rich cultural performances, arts, music, and local traditions, has the potential to attract local and international tourists. This, in turn, could contribute to the economic growth of MacArthur, Leyte, enriching our municipality and enhancing its reputation, not just in Leyte or in the Philippines, but worldwide.

This petition is not just about one festival; it's about preserving our cultural heritage and contributing to the growth of MacArthur, Leyte. Its reinstatement is a symbol of our resilience and our shared commitment to grow as a community. Let's bring back the Bagacay Festival to its rightful place in the annual founding anniversary of MacArthur, Leyte. Sign this petition to show your support.