SM City Cauayan hosts various activities of Bambanti Festival 2026
Photos by Mae Barangan
CAUAYAN CITY, Isabela- SM City Cauayan served as the venue for the presentation of various winners of contested activities during the Bambanti Festival 2026.
On January 25 at 11:00 a.m., the Top 5 winners of Queen Isabela 2026 were formally presented in a press conference and were attended by both print and broadcast media. The winners were: Queen Isabela 2026- Prima Joy N. Alamban (Tumauini); Queen Isabela 2026-Tourism- Sandrine Desiree C. Cristobal (Cauayan City); Queen Isabela 2026- Culture and Arts-Zakaree Zea T. Bouffard (Santiago City); 1st Runner-Up- Maria Novalyn Charisse L. Lagasca (Naguilian); and 2nd Runner-up- Christine Jane C. Alvarado (Alicia).
Festival activities continued in the afternoon with a Street Dance and Showdown performance of the municipalities of Roxas, Benito Soliven, and Tumauini at 2 p.m. The spectacle drew crowds who gathered to witness colorful performances celebrating Isabela’s culture and heritage. The event also featured special performances by the Top 3 finalists of Isabela Got Talent, showcasing local artistry and entertainment.
In addition to the stage and street events, an exhibit featuring Bambanti Creative Attire and Queen Isabela gowns was also mounted, highlighting the creativity of Isabeleño designers and the cultural significance of the festival. # Mae Barangan
