Its historical past affirms its present identity as a highly urbanized industrial center and a new tourism destination where arts and culture become tools for progress and prosperity.
The highlight of the festival is a parade of street dancers and dioramas showcasing the history and culture of Mandaue accompanied by brass instruments.
The festival also includes the parade of higantes (giants)--The people who shaped the present Mandaue City.
The festival culminates in the awarding of the winners of the street dance and float competition followed by a grand fireworks display.
The festival has since been replaced by the Panagtagbo Festival to highlight the role of Mandaue in the Sinulog religious activities, specifically the Translacion of the Santo Niño de Cebu and Our Lady of Guadalupe of Cebu to the National Shrine of St. Joseph as an act of contemplation and devotion to the Holy Family.