ICYMI | P-pop Tourism Fiesta caps off month-long Fiesta de Intramuros

The month-long celebration of Fiesta de Intramuros culminated with a P-pop Music and Culture Caravan, featuring various Filipino workshops, an interschool battle of the bands, and performances from local P-pop artists last Oct. 3.

The morning session featured a Tourism Expo alongside cultural workshops, namely “Indak” by Sophia of KAIA, “Baybayin” with Mr. Jaime Hernandez Jr., “Tunog” by Talahib People's Music, and “Moda” with OTTO Shoes. The workshops aimed to exhibit Filipino creativity through dance, writing, music and craftsmanship.

In the evening, Foro de Intramuros hosted student bands Over the Counter, Letran Band, Lunar Eyes, and Jadeville from Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, Colegio de San Juan de Letran, Lyceum of the Philippines University, and Mapúa University, respectively, who competed in a battle of the bands for Intramuros-based schools.

Local artists and rising P-pop groups such as VIVID, KAIA, Hakki, HORI7ON, NEW:ID, and 1ST.ONE also delivered live performances, captivating the audience and stirring pride in Filipino talent and music.

A P-pop marketplace was also held at the venue, featuring local businesses and a food bazaar where attendees enjoyed snacks and drinks while watching the showcase of performances.

The event served as the third stop of the P-pop Music & Culture Caravan, organized by the Intramuros Administration and supported by the Department of Tourism and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA).