THE sun was out, the streets filled with people, all soaked in ice cold water. This is the typical scene during the annual celebration of the Lechon Festival in Balayan, Batangas.

Celebrated every June 24, people flock to the oldest town in Batangas to witness the world famous Parada ng Lechon. It is during this time when the town turns into one big street party with bands playing in every major corner entertaining the crowd.