Baguio suspends tertiary level classes, both public and private on Panagbenga Grand Opening (Feb. 1, 2020)

Cordillera - Baguio Mayor Benjie Magalong has issued an executive  order suspending classes for tertiary level in both public and private schools on  February 1, 2020 for the celebration of the 25th Panagbenga Festival this year. 

Magalong issued an executive order No. 19 Series of 2020 announcing the said suspension for the grand opening of the city's annual celebration of Panagbenga, also known as the Baguio Flower Festival. 

The mayor issued the EO upon consultation with the Commission on Higher Education to give equal opportunities to tertiary level students to watch the highlight of the Panagbenga grand opening. 

The month long celebration of Panagbenga 2020 will carry the theme "Blooming Through The Years" is packed with so many activities that all residents, both local and tourists can participate.

Panagbenga is an annual flower festival celebrated every February in the city of Baguio that reflects the history, traditions and values of Baguio and the Cordilleras. It lasts over a month long and flourishes through community spirit involvement.