Bacolod City has been recognized as the Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit (LGU) in the country, emerging at the top of a select group of five cities—Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Iloilo, and Mandaue. The prestigious award was presented during the 2024 Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) Awards held at Marriott Hotel in Pasay continue reading : BACOLOD CITY NAMED MOST BUSINESS-FRIENDLY LGU
October 23, 2024- Two barangays in Bacolod City have been recognized as regional champions. Barangay Taculing’s Barangay Tanods were named Regional Champions for the second time in the Search for Outstanding Barangay Tanod (Highly Urbanized City Category), while Barangay Singcang Airport was honored as the Regional Winner of the Lupon Tagapamayapa Incentive Award (LTIA). Both continue reading : BACOLOD BARANGAY CHAMPIONS
October 20, 2024- The Bacolod City Government Center came alive as 160,000 attendees flocked to the BingoPlus Day Masskara Festival Music Fest. As one of the most anticipated events of the festival, it brought together music, dance, and entertainment in a grand celebration that highlighted the best of Filipino talent and the vibrant spirit of continue reading : BingoPlus Day MassKara Festival Music Fest Draws Massive Crowd
October 20, 2024-Out of 15 exceptional candidates vying for the title, Princess Ella Olmilla emerged victorious as Miss Bacolod MassKara 2024. The coronation night, a highlight of this year’s MassKara Festival, was held at the USLS Coliseum. Ella, a graduate of Colegio San Agustin Bacolod with a degree in Accounting Information Systems, is a passionate continue reading : Princess Ella Olmilla Crowned Miss Bacolod MassKara 2024
What an amazing Car-Free Sunday! Thank you to everyone who joined us for an active, fun-filled day on the open streets of Bacolod. Check out some of the best moments from the run—full of energy, smiles, and community spirit!A huge shoutout to BingoPlus for the awesome prizes and support. Until next time, Bacolod!Tag yourselves and continue reading : Highlights from the Fun Community Run with BingoPlus!
October 19, 2024 – Casts coming from the Kapamilya shows of Batang Quiapo, Lavender Fields, and Pamilya Sagrado joins this year’s MassKara Festival through the Kapamilya Karavan held today at the Ayala Malls Capitol Central South Parking Area, Bacolod City. Gracing the event are big stars such as Coco Martin, Bella Padilla, Jodi Sta. Maria, continue reading : Kapamilya Stars Joins MassKara Festival 2024 through the Kapamilya Karavan
October 18, 2024 – The Puregold Masskaravan at the Bacolod City Government Center Grounds attracted a staggering 150,000 attendees, drawn by performances from top Filipino artists. Skusta Clee opened with “Lagabog,” firing up the crowd. Flow G followed with “Rapstar,” keeping the energy high. The evening peaked with SB19’s emotional rendition of “MAPA,” uniting the continue reading : 150,000 Flock to Puregold Masskaravan for Skusta Clee, Flow G, and SB19 Performances
October 16, 2024 – The City of Bacolod, together with DSWD VI and Sen. Ramon Bong Revilla, Jr., organized an Assistance to Individuals in Crisis (AICS) payout today at the UNO-R Gym, Bacolod City. Led by Mayor Albee Benitez, together with Sen. Ramon Bong Revilla, Jr., Councilors Thaddy Sayson, Israel Salanga, Cindy Rojas, Em Ang, continue reading : 2,500 Bacolodnons Receive AICs Payout
October 16, 2024- As part of the ongoing MassKara Festival celebrations, Mayor Albee Benitez joined an exclusive and festive lunch aboard the Masigla 2GO Ship at BREDCO, Reclamation Area Bacolod City. The gathering was highlighted by a variety of delicious food, lively music, and the contagious energy that the MassKara Festival is known for. Guests continue reading : 2GO and Bacolod Yuhum Foundation MassKara Festival Kick-Off SAILebration
October 15, 2024- Twenty-two candidates were officially sashed today for Masskareyna 2024, accompanied by Engr. Mae Cuaycong, Special Assistant to the Mayor at the Bacolod City Government Center. The candidates will be vying for the crown in Bacolod City, known as the “City of Smiles.” The pageant will begin with the preliminaries, starting with the continue reading : MassKaReyna 2024 Sashing Ceremony
October 14, 2024 – An initial discussion regarding the Diwali Festival to be held in the city was held today at the City Mayor’s Office, Bacolod City Government Center. Together with Mayor Albee Benitez were Atty. Sonya Verdeflor, Pushpa Tan, Atty. Marty Go, and City Budget Head Imelda Williams. The Diwali Festival celebration was first continue reading : City Holds Initial Discussion on Diwali Festival
The Bacolod City Government Center (BCGC), through the Bacolod Environmental and Natural Resources Office (BENRO) headed by Ma Fe Trespuentes, continues its efforts to ensure proper waste management during the MassKara Festival. “Our team has been actively checking compliance among kiosk owners with waste segregation guidelines,” Trespuentes stated. She added that Recycling bins specifically for continue reading : BENRO WASTE MANAGEMENT INSPECTION DURING MASSKARA FESTIVAL
October 14, 2024 – An initial discussion regarding the Diwali Festival to be held in the city was held today at the City Mayor’s Office, Bacolod City Government Center. Together with Mayor Albee Benitez were Atty. Sonya Verdeflor, Pushpa Tan, Atty. Marty Go, and City Budget Head Imelda Williams. The Diwali Festival celebration was first continue reading : CITY HOLDS INITIAL DISCUSSION ON DIWALI FESTIVAL
