The Kilingkingan Festival in Peñablanca, Cagayan, celebrates the town’s founding anniversary and Ibanag culture with vibrant displays of heritage and traditions. The highlight of the festival is a dance competition featuring the Kilingkingan, a traditional courtship dance inspired by a local bird.

Held on November 23rd, coinciding with Peñablanca’s founding anniversary, the event includes street dances and a grand showdown. It exemplifies strong community involvement, with local government, schools, and organizations participating, while also serving as a significant tourism event, highlighting Peñablanca’s cultural allure.