Cagayan De Oro — Cagayan De Oro bursts with vibrant local pride, culture, and entrepreneurial spirit as DTI Region 10 officially opens the much-awaited Kahimunan Regional Trade Fair at the Ayala Malls Centrio Activity Center. Running from August 25 to 31, 2026, this exciting event brings together handcrafted treasures, colorful traditional weaves, delicious local treats, and proudly Mindanao made finds, offering everyone a wonderful chance to support talented regional makers and artisans.
Showcasing Northern Mindanao Creativity
The vibrant trade fair transforms the mall activity center into a bustling showcase of ingenuity, featuring an impressive array of unique products crafted by regional entrepreneurs. Visitors can explore everything from intricately woven textiles and stylish home decor to organic delicacies and specialty sweets. Each booth highlights the remarkable talent, dedication, and rich cultural traditions thriving across the five provinces of Northern Mindanao.
Empowering Local Makers and Artisans
Beyond offering wonderful items to take home, the event serves as a vital platform to uplift local micro, small, and medium enterprises. Behind every unique creation is a hardworking artisan, farmer, or small business owner putting their passion into meaningful work. Shopping at the fair directly supports these local dreamers and helps their businesses grow within the regional market and beyond.
A Festive Celebration of Community Spirit
Events like the Kahimunan trade fair add an extra spark of joy and local pride to the ongoing Higalaay Festival celebrations in the city. Bringing communities together to appreciate homegrown products creates an atmosphere of warmth, encouragement, and shared success. It is a wonderfully positive milestone that proves supporting local talent brings our community closer together
