MATAG-OB, LEYTE — Bringing early holiday cheer to Western Leyte, the Local Government Unit of Matag-ob is set to officially open its annual Pasko sa Matag-ob 2026 celebrations on Tuesday evening, November 10, 2026.
The festive launch will feature the Ceremonial Lighting of the Municipal Christmas Tree and Christmas Village at the New Matag-ob Municipal Hall Grounds, starting at 6:00 PM.
Festive Lighting And Community Giveaways
The event marks the opening of Matag-ob’s holiday attractions, transforming the civic grounds into a lighted destination for local families, visitors, and residents across neighboring municipalities.
To welcome community members to the ceremonial opening, organizers have prepared special holiday treats for attendees:
Ceremonial Illumination: Simultaneous switch-on of the central municipal Christmas tree and surrounding Christmas village displays.
Free Treats For All: Complimenting the festivities, free ice cream and marshmallows will be distributed to children and families attending the lighting event.
Public Gathering: Designed as an inclusive community gathering for Matag-obanons to celebrate the start of the Christmas season together.
Fostering Community Spirit In Eastern Leyte
The annual Pasko sa Matag-ob festivities serve as a signature community event for the municipality, promoting civic pride, family gatherings, and local tourism during the year-end holidays.
Local officials invite all Matag-obanons and visitors across Leyte to join the gathering tomorrow evening as the municipality formally ushers in the Christmas season.
