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Tanduyong-festivalSan Jose City prides itself as the " Onion Capital of the Philippines " and is a leading producer of onion, garlic, rice and vegetables.

Every year, on the fourth Sunday of April, the people of San Jose dance through the main street in a colorful, enchanting celebration of the blessing of the harvest.

On festival day, the streets are filled with contingents of dancers outfitted in striking, multi-hued native costumes.

Exotic rhythms of improvised musical instruments fill the air as the dancers gyrate and sway to the beat of life.

Special activities included are: beauty contest, tourism and trade fair, awarding ceremony and cultural shows.