August 18, 2024 – Thousands flocked to the Bacolod City Government Center yesterday to celebrate the highly anticipated Bacolod Rum Festival.

The event’s highlight was a free concert that electrified the crowd. Pinoy hip-hop group Allmost Music energized the audience, followed by Juan Karlos, who delivered soulful performances of his hits “Buwan” and “Ere.” The Comedy Crew, featuring Alex Calleja and Maoie David, entertained the crowd, with actor Derek Ramsay also joining the festivities.

The 4th Tanduay-Bacolod Rum Festival was extra special, marking the 170th anniversary of Tanduay. Mayor Albee Benitez shared his vision of making Bacolod’s rum festival the best in the world, celebrating the city’s status as home to the world’s top-selling rum.
(Source: Bacolod City Public Information Office)