Ethnic Groups of the Philippines

Bonok-Bonok Maradjao Karadjao Festival

Surigao City, Surigao del Norte
September 9

The Bonok-bonok, a ritual dance of ethnic Mamanwas, is performed during thanksgiving, wedding ceremonies, and worship. The fiesta is also held in honor of San Nicolas de Tolentino, Surigao City’s patron saint.