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ONE of the most important cultural treasures of the Filipino people is the handwoven fabrics crafted through the centuries by Indigenous artisans from across many parts of the archipelago.
WEAVING TRADITION J. Amado Araneta Foundation through the Gateway Gallery once again holds ‘Habi Fiesta!’ in celebration of the Heritage Month at the Gateway Mall 1 Activity Area on May 16 to 18, 2025. ARANETA CITY IMAGE
Fabrics like inabel of Ilocos, t'nalak of Cotabato, and yakan of Basilan tell the story of the people — with each fiber, every warp and weft, creating a dazzling tapestry of culture, tradition, and artistry.
To celebrate the rich weaving tradition of our people, the J. Amado Araneta Foundation (JAAF) through the Gateway Gallery is once again holding "Habi Fiesta!"
An annual fair devoted to Philippine weave and its by-products, the event takes place from May 16 to 18 at the Gateway Mall 1 Activity Area bringing together vendors of Filipino woven fabric and its products from various weaving communities.
"'Habi Fiesta!' is our way of celebrating the Heritage Month of May. Our woven fabrics created by Indigenous weavers from various parts of the country are some of the most important symbols of our heritage. It is an enduring tradition handed down over generations that links us directly to the past, a reminder of the dazzling vibrancy of our culture and the undeniable talent of our people," JAAF executive director Christine Diane Romero said.
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The event is a flagship initiative that supports JAAF's culture and arts program which is anchored to the Gateway Gallery, the art museum of Araneta City.
Some of the participating sellers this year are Abel Kan Burda Ta Ka Itnegan and Namarabar Ethnic Products of Abra, and Laga Weaving Creations and Abella's House of Crafts of Ifugao.
Visit https://jaaf.aranetacity.com/ and https://aranetacity.com/gateway-gallery or follow J. Amado Araneta on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JAmadoAranetaFoundation/ and Gateway Gallery and at https://www.facebook.com/GatewayGalleryPH/ for more information.
