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| Catandungan Festival | |
|---|---|
| Official name | Catandungan Festival |
| Observed by | Catanduanes, Philippines |
| Observances | Carnival, Parade, Street Dancing (Pantomina) |
| Date | 3rd weekend of October nearest October 24 |
| Frequency | annual |
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