The MassKara Festival 2025 is set to open with a historic first—two venues will simultaneously host the grand kickoff on October 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM. The celebration will unfold at both the Bacolod City Government Center (BCGC) and the Bacolod Public Plaza, marking a bold step in expanding the festival’s reach and experience.
Festival organizers described this year’s dual staging as a way to bring the celebration closer to more people. The BCGC remains the festival’s modern centerpiece, while the Public Plaza will once again shine with its classic charm, adding cultural depth to the festivities.
“With this setup, we want to maximize the vibrancy of our public spaces. The Plaza is not only a heritage landmark but also a stage where Bacolodnons and visitors alike can feel the pulse of MassKara,” said Festival Director Rodney Mitz Ascalon.
This year’s Plaza programming promises a strong line-up of performances and activities, giving added value to the downtown area and ensuring that the heart of the city beats in sync with the festival’s biggest moments.
Ascalon emphasized that the simultaneous opening symbolizes the theme “One Smile, One City”, uniting Bacolod through both tradition and modernity.
