The energy, the colors, and the infectious rhythm of the City of Smiles have once again taken over! The 47th edition of the MassKara Festival wrapped up its main highlights, delivering show-stopping performances, breathtaking illuminated floats, and fierce competition among Bacolod’s finest.
If you missed the peak weekend frenzy or want to relive the magic, we’ve got you covered. Below is the official rundown of the big winners and the cash prizes they brought home, plus an exciting chance to catch a massive encore event this weekend!
1. Barangay Category (Street Dance & Arena Competition)
The streets of Bacolod transformed into vibrant arenas of culture, resilience, and artistry. After weeks of preparation and heart-stopping performances, the judges made their final calls:
Champion: Barangay Taculing
Prize: ₱1,000,000
Sweep of major special awards
Cash Prize after a historic victory ending a 16-year wait!
Other fierce contenders put up incredible displays of talent, creative choreography, and iconic smiling masks, making it one of the tightest races in MassKara history.
Barangay Category Runner-Up
- 1st Runner-Up: Barangay Mandalagan
Prize: ₱500,000 + Best in Mask and Costume - 2nd Runner-Up: Barangay Handumanan
Prize: ₱300,000 + Casino Plus Choice Award
2. High School Category (Street Dance & Arena Competition)
- Champion: Bacolod City National High School (BCNHS)
Prize: ₱750,000
+ Sweep of Best in Theme/Concept, Best in Introduction, Most Disciplined Contingent, and Merry Making - 1st Runner-Up: Abkasa National High School
Prize: ₱300,000
+ Best in Mask and Costume - 2nd Runner-Up: Progreso Village National High School
Prize: ₱200,000
+ Best in Music
3. Elementary Category (Street Dance & Arena Competition)
- Champion: Mandalagan Elementary School
Prize: ₱750,000
sweep of Best in Mask & Costume, Best in Theme & Concept, Best in Introduction, Best in Music, and Elementary Merry Making - 1st Runner-Up: Sum-ag Elementary School
Prize: ₱300,000 - 2nd Runner-Up: Montevista Elementary School
Prize: ₱200,000
4. Electric MassKara Competition (Night Float & Light Parade
Champion: Barangay Tangub
Prize: ₱350,000
Grand Prize, lighting up the night with glowing masterpieces and high-octane beats.
Electric MassKara Runner-Ups
- Champion: Barangay Tangub
(Prize: ₱350,000 grand prize) - 1st Runner-Up: Barangay 17
(Prize: ₱200,000 + Best in Choreography, Best in Mask & Costume, and Best in Electric King & Queen)
2nd Runner-Up: Barangay 12
(Prize: ₱150,000)
Missed the Highlights? Catch the MassKara Parade at The Upper East This Sunday!
Thinking you missed all the action because you couldn’t make it to the core October 1–18 window? Think again!
Bacolod is extending the revelry with a massive post-festival treat. Head over to Megaworld’s The Upper East this Sunday, October 25, 2026, starting around 4:00 PM, for the ultimate continuation of the festivities featuring incredible parade elements, a Mega Black Party, and grand awarding ceremonies!
- When: Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Time: 4:00 PM onwards
- Where: The Upper East, Megaworld, Bacolod City
Whether you’re looking to soak in the remaining festival fever, grab some street food, or dance under the lights one last time this season, The Upper East is the place to be. Bring your friends, wear your best smiles, and let’s wrap up MassKara 2026 with a bang! See you there, Namit gid!
