The Paruparo Festival Streetdance Competition 2025 filled the City of Dasmariñas Arena with vibrant colors, artistry, and the undeniable spirit of the Dasmarineño community. This annual celebration continues to be one of the most anticipated events of the Paruparo Festival and once again showcases the creativity, discipline, and passion of participating performers.
This year’s awarding ceremony honored outstanding dance troupes from the elementary, secondary, and open categories. Each group delivered powerful choreography and visually captivating storytelling inspired by the symbolism of the paruparo, which represents transformation, freedom, and hope.
Elementary Category Winners
The elementary division featured impressive performances from young dancers who demonstrated remarkable talent and strong cultural expression.
- Champion: Sta. Cristina Elementary School
- 1st Runner-up: Vicente P. Villanueva Memorial School
- 2nd Runner-up: Salitran Elementary School
- Best in Costume: Vicente P. Villanueva Memorial School
Secondary Category Winners
High school performers brought intensity and well-executed choreography to the stage, solidifying the city’s reputation for developing excellent student dance troupes.
- Champion: Dasmariñas North National High School (Hilaga Dance Troupe)
- 1st Runner-up: FCD Senior High School
- 2nd Runner-up: Dr. Jose P. Rizal Senior High School
- Best in Costume: Dasmariñas North National High School
Open Category Winners
The open category highlighted performances from colleges, independent groups, and community-based dancers who elevated the competition with innovative routines and artistic flair.
- Champion: Emilio Aguinaldo College Cavite
- 1st Runner-up: Indayog Dance Company of San Manuel II
- 2nd Runner-up: Barangay Burol 1
- Best in Costume: Emilio Aguinaldo College Cavite
A Celebration of Culture, Unity, and Creativity
The City Government of Dasmariñas expresses its sincere appreciation to all participating groups, choreographers, coaches, and supporters. Special thanks are extended to the panel of judges whose careful evaluation helped identify this year’s most outstanding performers.
The Paruparo Festival Streetdance Competition 2025 once again highlighted the strong cultural identity of the city and reinforced the community’s dedication to preserving and celebrating local traditions. This year’s event served as a reminder of how art, dance, and collective pride continue to uplift and inspire the people of Dasmariñas.
Every beat of the drum, every burst of color, and every step on that stage tells the story of our city. The Paruparo Festival Streetdance Competition 2025 is not just an event to watch. It is an experience that reminds us why Dasma is a place worth celebrating, visiting, and coming home to.
Karla Obispo, Travel with Karla
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