A SEND-OFF ceremony for the 88th Araw ng Dabaw will take place on February 26, 2025, at 2 p.m. at the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) Parade Ground.
DCPO spokesperson Police Captain Hazel Tuazon announced that 6,380 police officers will be deployed from March 1 to 16, 2025, alongside Task Force Davao and force multipliers to ensure public safety.
"This is part of our preparations to ensure a safe and orderly celebration of Araw ng Dabaw," Tuazon said.
Meanwhile, the City Tourism Operations Office (CTOO) has released the official event calendar, inviting Dabawenyos to join the festivities.
"Join us from March 1-16, 2025, as we celebrate 88 years of our vibrant city. Together, let’s honor our history and embrace a bright future, symbolized by the soaring eagle that represents our boundless potential," the CTOO stated on its official Araw ng Dabaw page.
The celebration kicks off on March 1 with a Misa Pasasalamat at San Pedro Cathedral, followed by the Pasiugdang Pagsaulog at Rizal Park in the evening.
Other key events include Konsierto Dabawenyo on March 14 and Parada Dabawenyo with Hugyaw Dabaw on March 16.
For updates, residents can follow the official Facebook pages of the City Government of Davao and the CTOO. JPC
