Burdang Lumban Festival: Celebrating Lumban’s Legacy as the Embroidery Capital of the Philippines
Lumban, recognized as the “Embroidery Capital of the Philippines,” comes alive every third week of September with its vibrant Burdang Lumban Festival, a celebration of its rich tradition of hand embroidery, or “burda” in Tagalog. Alongside its longstanding January fiesta, this festival reflects the town’s embrace of cultural festivities to attract visitors, foster community spirit, and showcase its unique heritage.