Manila Bulletin
Panagbenga Festival rescheduled March 21 to 29
The Panagbenga Festival has been rescheduled to push through from February 22 to April 5 due to fears of the novel Coronavirus.
The opening parade is set for March 21, the grand cultural parade on March 28, and the Parade of Flower Floats on March 29.
Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong agreed to proceed with the festival after health officials reported an improving situation with persons under investigation being discharged and others on self-quarantine.
The Mayor emphasized that Baguio City has no confirmed COVID-19 cases and urged organizers to ensure proper screening of visitors.
Other events like the PMA Alumni Homecoming and the Cordillera Administrative Region Athletic Association meet have also been rescheduled.
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