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Wazzup Pilipinas!?
“Kabsat, intayon!” The heartbeat of the Cordillera is echoing once more through the bustling halls of Shangri-La Plaza in Mandaluyong City as IMPAKABSAT—the region’s grandest showcase of heritage, resilience, and innovation—returns for its 33rd vibrant year. Happening from July 2 to 6, 2025, this year’s theme, “Flavors and Colors,” promises a multi-sensory journey into the soul of the highlands.
A Legacy Born from Brotherhood and Bravery
The name IMPAKABSAT isn’t just a catchy acronym—it’s a powerful symbol. Drawn from the initials of Ifugao, Mountain Province, Abra, Kalinga, Apayao, Baguio-Benguet and the Ilocano term “kabsat” (sibling), it embodies unity and kinship. First launched in the wake of the 1990 Luzon earthquake, the event emerged not merely as a trade fair, but as a healing ground for a region determined to rise—together.
Today, IMPAKABSAT is more than an expo. It’s a living, breathing tribute to the Cordillera’s identity—one woven through the hands of artisans, brewed in the soil of mountain farms, and echoed in the laughter and pride of a people deeply rooted in tradition.
What Awaits You: An Immersive Cordilleran Experience
Prepare to be dazzled, delighted, and deeply moved. IMPAKABSAT 2025 has pulled out all the stops:
Over 30 Exhibit Booths
Explore handcrafted treasures—from loom-woven apparel that tells stories with every thread, to bamboo crafts, tribal accessories, and locally produced gourmet foods like Cordilleran cacao and preserved meats. This is your chance to support MSMEs and artisans directly from the highlands.
View the full roster here: bit.ly/33rd-impakabsat
Kapiterya: The Coffee Soul of the Cordillera
Step into the comforting aroma of Cordillera Arabica and Robusta beans. The Kapiterya offers daily features of local coffee micro-enterprises, plus free cups of coffee for all during the opening day—best enjoyed with local kakanin (rice delicacies) that melt in your mouth and warm your heart.
OTOP Next Gen Prototypes
See tradition transformed! With the support of One Town, One Product (OTOP) Next Generation, witness a bold new era of reimagined Cordilleran goods—from eco-friendly packaging to striking modern designs that still honor their indigenous roots.
CARP Product Highlights
Experience agricultural bounty and craft ingenuity through the products of the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP) beneficiaries. It’s a powerful testament to the synergy between agrarian development and economic empowerment.
Interactive Skills Demos
Get hands-on! Engage in daily demonstrations from handbuilding pottery to backstrap weaving, showcasing the skill and patience of traditional Cordilleran techniques passed down through generations. Watch, learn, and even try for yourself!
More Than Shopping—It’s a Cultural Immersion
To walk through IMPAKABSAT is to walk through the Cordillera—each stall, sip, and stitch telling tales of ancestry, struggle, and triumph. Whether you're a curious traveler, a proud Cordilleran, a culture enthusiast, or simply looking for something meaningful to take home, this is the event that connects you to the heart of the highlands.
So save the dates:
July 2–6, 2025
10 AM – 9 PM Daily
Shangri-La Plaza, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City
Let the flavors captivate your taste buds, the colors enchant your senses, and the Cordillera spirit rekindle your love for Filipino ingenuity.
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IMPAKABSAT 2025: Flavors and Colors is proudly supported by the DTI Tatak Pinoy Strategy Office, an unwavering partner in spotlighting Filipino excellence and advancing local industries.
Join the celebration. Embrace the culture. And be part of a story three decades strong—the story of IMPAKABSAT.
Ross is known as the Pambansang Blogger ng Pilipinas - An Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Professional by profession and a Social Media Evangelist by heart.
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