Quezon City Tourism Department

CONTACT INFORMATION

QCTD
Quezon City M.I.C.E. Center Building, Quezon City Hall, Elliptical Road, Diliman, Quezon City
8988-4242 local 7037
qctd@quezoncity.gov.ph
Official Facebook Page of Quezon City Tourism Department

Office Hours
Monday to Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

ABOUT US

Description

The QCTD is the primary planning, programming, coordinating, implementing, and regulatory local government department focusing on the development and promotion of the tourism industry within the territorial jurisdiction of Quezon City.

Mission

To promote Quezon City as a world-class tourism destination.

Vision

A vibrant and sustainable tourism industry for leisure, events, conferences, and business tourism with globally competitive products and services.

Legal Bases

QC Ordinance No. SP-2748, Series 2018 – An Ordinance Repealing Section 2 Of Ordinance No. SP-2218, S-2013 Incorporating The Cultural And Tourism Affairs Office, The Cultural Affairs Division And The Quezon City Symphonic Band From The Office Of The City Mayor Into The Quezon City Tourism Department And For Other Purposes
QC Ordinance No. SP-2197, Series 2013 – An Ordinance Creating The Quezon City Tourism Department, Defining Its Powers And Functions Appropriating Funds Thereof And Other Purposes.
QC Ordinance No. SP-2218, Series 2013 – An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. SP-2197, S-2013 Or Otherwise Known As “The Quezon City Tourism Department Ordinance”, Providing For The Reorganization Of Plantilla Positions As Stated In The Qualification Standards Of CSC M.C. No. 1, S-1997 And Delineating The Functions Of The Quezon City Tourism Department.
QC Ordinance No. SP-189, Series 1994 – An Ordinance Providing For The Rules And Regulations Governing The Establishment, Operation And Maintenance Of All Tourism-Oriented And Tourism-Related Business In Quezon City And Prescribing Penalties For Violations Thereof.
QC Ordinance No. SP-7164, Series 1967 – Ordinance Creating The Cultural Affairs Office Under The Office Of The City Mayor, Quezon City, For The Purpose Of Promoting, Preserving, And Encouraging The Cultural Resources And Artistic Wealth Of Quezon City.

Service Pledge

Be efficient in doing our tasks of serving the tourism, culture, and arts, and heritage sectors – we will network with these sectors and seek to do developmental programs with less cost in less time.
Work with integrity whenever and wherever – we will do the right things to establish trust among stakeholders.
Be hospitable to all kinds and types of people, rich or poor, locals or foreigners, educated and uninformed – the same equal treatment will be accorded to everyone.
Attend to the needs of the stakeholders, individuals, and groups within office hours, lunch breaks, and weekends, if the need arises.

Services

ISSUANCE OF TOURISM CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION/ENDORSEMENT FOR ACCREDITATION TO DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM (DOT)

The Tourism Certificate of Registration/Endorsement for Accreditation is issued to tourism establishments that submitted the minimum requirements and paid the corresponding registration fee. The certification contains basic information about the tourism establishment and certifies that the establishment is registered with QC Tourism Department, and the department of tourism (for accrediting establishments)

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IMPLEMENTATION OF PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES AND PROJECTS RELATED TO TOURISM, HISTORY, CULTURE AND ARTS.

The Quezon City Tourism Department implements/coordinates tourism, historical, culture and arts programs, activities and projects..

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Programs

HISTORICAL PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES

PROJECT	DESCRIPTION	DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION
Birth Anniversary of Melchora “Tandang Sora” Aquino ^{(play video)}	Celebration of the birth anniversary of the Heroine of Quezon City	January 6
EDSA People Power Revolution	Commemoration of the bloodless revolution of 1986.	February 25
National Flag Day Celebration	Display of the Philippines National Flag in all government and private buildings.	May 28
Philippine Independence Day Celebration ^{(play video)}	The celebration includes simultaneous Flag–Raising Program	June 12
Birth Anniversary of Dr. Jose P. Rizal	Celebration of the birth anniversary of the national hero	June 19
Death Anniversary of Pres. Manuel Luis Quezon	Commemoration of the death anniversary of the city’s founder	August 1
Birth Anniversary of Pres. Manuel Luis Quezon	Celebration of the birth anniversary of the city’s founder	August 19
Anniversary of Cry of Pugad Lawin	Celebration of the anniversary of the tearing of cedulas	August 23
Commemoration of Apolonio Samson	Commemoration of the battle between forces of Gen. Licerio Geronimo and Gen. Henry Ware Lawton. Formerly known as the Battle of San Mateo	August 27
Dr. Fe Del Mundo Day	Celebration of the birth anniversary of Dr. Fe del Mundo, the inventor of the bamboo incubator for premature infants. Also, the founding anniversary of Fe Del Mundo Medical Center	November 27
Birth Anniversary of Gat Andres Bonifacio	Celebration of the birth anniversary of Gat. Andres Bonifacio at Cloverleaf	November 30
Anniversary of Battle of Gen. Geronimo and Gen. Lawton	Celebration includes simultaneous Flag–Raising Program	December 19
Commemoration of the installation of the marker in honor of Apolonio Samson	Commemoration of the death anniversary of national hero Dr. Jose P. Rizal	December 30

CULTURE AND ARTS PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES

PROJECT	DESCRIPTION	DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION
Feast of Sto. Niño / Galak Niño Festival	Celebration of the Feast of Señor Sto. Niño. Participated in by barangays around Bago Bantay area: Alicia, Ramon Magsaysay and Sto. Cristo	3^rd Sunday of January
Feast of San Pedro Bautista / Pedrista Festival	Celebration of the Feast of San Pedro Bautista. Participated in by barangays around Frisco area: Damayan, Del Monte, Mariblo, Paraiso, Sta. Cruz and Talayan	February 5
Chinese New Year Celebration	In recognition of its valuable contribution to the Filipino-Chinese community, the City Government celebrates the Chinese New Year at its Chinatown District in the Banawe area. The QC Chinatown Tourism District is also marketed as an area with the finest authentic Chinese restaurants and making it further a premiere destination of the City, aside from its promotions as the auto parts capital of the Philippines.	February 1
National Arts Month	Various arts and culture activities to encourage and promote arts	February
Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes	Commemoration of the apparition of Our Lady of Lourdes. Participated in by barangays Damayan, Del Monte, Mariblo, Paraiso, Sta. Cruz and Talayan	February 11
Holy Week Commemoration (Way of the Cross)	A yearly Roman Catholic religious commemoration of the passion and death of Jesus Christ.	March/April
Feast Day of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary	Celebration of the feast day of St. Joseph initiated by St. Joseph Parish in Cubao	March 19
Heritage Month Celebration	Activities that create awareness about heritage resources	May
La Loma Lechon Festival	Activities that highlight the lechon as a delicacy and promote the La Loma area as lechon capital of the Philippines.	3^rd Sunday of May
Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary	Celebration of the birthday of the Blessed Virgin Mary initiated by Our Lady of Lourdes Church.	September 8
Feast of St. Vincent de Paul / Tinapay Festival	Celebration of the Feast Day of St. Vincent de Paul, Patron Saint of QC Urban Poor.	September 27
Feast of Our Lady of La Naval	Commemoration of the feast day of the city’s Patron Saint	2^nd Sunday of October
QC Foundation Anniversary	A month-long series of activities to celebrate the anniversary of the creation of Quezon City. One of the highlights is the Manuel L. Quezon Gawad Parangal Award which honors outstanding individuals and institutions in Quezon City	October 12
Christmas Lighting Ceremony	The ceremonial tree lighting to officially welcome the Holiday Season. The event is simultaneously done with the lighting of lanterns along major thoroughfares.	December
New Year’s Countdown	The activity is highlighted by fireworks display usually held at the Quezon Memorial Circle	December 31
QCSB Concerts (Year-round)	A-year-round concert of the QC Symphonic Band at parks, malls and schools	Year-round
QCSB Online Music Lesson	A year-round free virtual music lesson	Year-round

SPECIAL EVENTS CATERING TO THE PROMOTION OF THE CITY’S SIGHTS, SOUNDS AND FLAVORS

PROJECT	DESCRIPTION	DATE OF IMPLEMENTATION
Made in QC, Local Artisans’ Fair	A caravan featuring purveyors who started their products/ businesses in Quezon City	Year-round
Women’s Month Celebration	Activities are held to celebrate women’s month	March
Maginhawa Food Festival	Due to its proximity to UP, Miriam College, Ateneo and other nearby school establishments, Maginhawa Street and its adjacent streets were formally institutionalized as a “Maginhawa Art and Food Hub” thru the passage of City Ordinance No. 2439.	2^ndSunday of December

SISTER CITY PROGRAM

Quezon City continues to foster friendly relations with its local and international sister cities. The city’s sister city program aims to encourage mutually beneficial cooperation and promote development initiatives in various areas of governance.

Below is a list of Quezon City’s sister cities:

INTERNATIONAL SISTER CITIES

Chiba City, Japan
Daly City, California, United States of America
Fort Walton Beach, Florida, United States of America
Guam, United States of America
Kenosha City, Wisconsin, United States of America
Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Rishon Lezion, Israel
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States of America
Shenyang City, People’s Republic of China
Taipei City, Republic of China (Taiwan)
Yangon Region, Republic of the Union of Myanmar
Yuci City, Shanxi Province, People’s Republic of China

LOCAL SISTER CITIES

Baler, Aurora [Region III – Central Luzon]
Cotabato City, Cotabato [Region XII – SOCCKSARGEN]
Davao City [Region IX – Davao Region]
General Santos City [Region XII – SOCCKSARGEN]
Iloilo City, Iloilo [Region VI – Western Visayas]
Naga City, Camarines Sur [Region V – Bicol Region]
Puerto Princesa City, Palawan [Region IV-B – MIMAROPA]
Pura, Tarlac [Region III – Central Luzon]
Roxas City, Capiz [Region VI – Western Visayas]
Sadanga, Mountain Province
Wao, Lanao del Sur [BARMM – Autonomus Region in Muslim Mindanao]
La Trinidad, Benguet Province

GUIDES

HOW TO PROCESS TOURISM CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION OR ENDORSEMENT FOR ACCREDITATION TO DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM (DOT)

The Tourism Certificate of Registration/Endorsement for Accreditation is issued to tourism establishments that submit the minimum requirements and paid the corresponding registration fee. The certification contains basic information about the tourism establishment and certifies that the establishment is registered with the QC Tourism Department.

REQUIREMENTS:

1 photocopy, present original copy or e-copy

Unified Business Permit Application Form
Department of Trade and Industry or Securities and Exchange Commission Registration
Barangay Clearance
Tax Bill and Official Receipt for the Current Year that includes Tourism Registration Fee
Additional Requirement for Travel Agency Only
- Surety Bond (1 Original Copy)
- (Insurance Coverage: PHP 500,000)

PROCESS:

Log on to QC E-Services and submit the accomplished Unified Business Permit Application Form online together with the necessary supporting documents, depending on your application type.
Wait for the confirmation email reply.
Wait for an email on details of the release of the Certificate of Tourism Registration or Endorsement to DOT.
Inform QCTD (through email or phone call) if the Tourism Certificate of Registration or Endorsement will be picked up or delivered. Courier of Choice with cost charged to the receiver or applicant.
Wait and claim the Tourism Certificate of Registration or Endorsement.

NOTE:

Processing time starts upon acceptance of the application with complete requirements
Senior citizens, pregnant women, persons with disabilities, and liaison officers with multiple transactions (10 branches/companies and above) may be entertained as “walk-in applicants”

IMPLEMENTATION OF PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES AND PROJECTS RELATED TO TOURISM, HISTORY, CULTURE AND ARTS

The Quezon City Tourism Department implements/coordinates tourism, historical, cultural, and arts programs, activities, and projects.

REQUIREMENTS:

Communication/Letter from concerned Party (Request letter/Transmittal/ Endorsement/Referral) Addressed to the City Mayor and copy furnished to the Tourism Department.

STEPS:

Forward the communication/ letter/ endorsement/ referral/ request/ transmittal to the Receiving Desk at QC Tourism Department office or email at qctd@quezoncity.gov.ph.
Wait for the action on the request.
Attend the queries or coordination meetings.
Wait for coordination and feedback.
Participate in the preparation of events, activities, or projects.
Participate in the event.

Department Directory

Ms. Giana Aira A. Barata
Officer in Charge
8988-4242 loc. 7037
QCTD@quezoncity.gov.ph

Divisions/ Sections

DIVISIONS	OFFICER NAME	OFFICE ADDRESS	CONTACT INFORMATION
Administrative Support and Services Division	Mr. Verzileus O. Balasabas Supervising Tourism Operations Officer/ Acting Administrative Officer	QC M.I.C.E. Center Bldg., Quezon City Hall, Elliptical Road, Diliman Quezon City	8988-4242 local 7037 0961-045-5443 admin.qctd@quezoncity.gov.ph
Tourism Coordination Division	Ms. Marivic M. Tolentino Chief Tourism Operations Officer	QC M.I.C.E. Center Bldg., Quezon City Hall, Elliptical Road, Diliman Quezon City	8988-4242 local 7037 0965-156-0132 coordination.qctd@quezoncity.gov.ph
Tourism Promotions Division	Ms. Sarah Easter T. Tenorio Supervising Tourism Operations Officer	QC M.I.C.E. Center Bldg., Quezon City Hall, Elliptical Road, Diliman Quezon City	8988-4242 local 7037 0915-392-1044 promotion.qctd@quezoncity.gov.ph
Tourism Services Division	Ms. Maria Victoria G. Auto Chief Tourism Operations Officer	QC M.I.C.E. Center Bldg., Quezon City Hall, Elliptical Road, Diliman Quezon City	8988-4242 local 7037 0953-5441637 tourismaccreditation@quezoncity.gov.ph

Spotlight

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

Stevie Awards 2021 – Gold, Innovation in Government Publications

“Made in QC: Emerging Essentials”, a Stevie Gold Awardee, came in the middle of the pandemic in 2020. It featured forty (40) of the micro-small- medium enterprises without brick and mortar from QC trying to make both ends meet in these trying times. The QC Government produced this book to highlight the locally made products from our artisans and community livelihood programs, to assist the MSMEs promote their crafts from food, beverage, home accessories, personal care and for the lifestyle market. Currently, there are 5 volumes with a total of 200+ featured enterprises.

The Stevie Awards are the world’s premier business awards. They were created in 2002 to honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and working professionals worldwide

Department of Tourism, Award of Recognition

This Award of Recognition from the Department of Tourism was given to QC LGU through the QC Tourism Department to honor the Outstanding contribution of the department during the height of the government’s anti-Covid19 operations.

ATOP 2025 Awards

Honoring Excellence in Philippine Tourism: ATOP Pearl Awards 2025

The Department of Tourism supports the Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP)’s gathering of more than a thousand tourism officers, local leaders, and stakeholders from across the country for its 26th National Convention in Baguio City, where the prestigious PEARL Awards Night recognized outstanding LGU-led initiatives.

The PEARL Awards honor programs that preserve culture, sustain heritage, and empower communities, reminding us that the true strength of Philippine tourism lies in our people and local traditions. From cultural festivals and food heritage to sustainable tourism and community-driven projects, these awardees prove that tourism is not just about arrivals and numbers, but about identity, livelihood, and pride.

Congratulations to ATOP, our local government partners, and all awardees and finalists. Your work ensures that tourism continues to stand tall as a source of resilience, opportunity, and hope for every Filipino.

ATOP Pearl Awards is an annual recognition program that gives honor to outstanding individuals, organizations, and local government units (LGUs) for their remarkable contributions to the development and promotion of the Philippine tourism industry.

Quezon City Shines at the 26th ATOP Pearl Awards 2025

Quezon City continues to lead in Philippine tourism excellence, garnering multiple top honors at the 26th Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP) Pearl Awards held on October 2, 2025, in Baguio City.

The prestigious annual event, organized by the Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP) in partnership with the Department of Tourism (DOT), recognizes outstanding programs, projects, and initiatives that promote sustainable, innovative, and inclusive tourism development across the country. Thousands of tourism officers and local government representatives from municipalities, component cities, independent cities, highly urbanized cities, and provinces nationwide gathered to celebrate the best in Philippine tourism governance and creativity.

Quezon City’s Tourism Excellence Recognized

Quezon City emerged as one of the most awarded local government units during this year’s Pearl Awards, earning seven distinctions, including a Hall of Fame recognition for its consistent excellence in hosting international events.

The city’s victories are as follows:

Hall of Fame – Best Event Hosting: International Event
Grand Winner – Best Event Hosting: International Event
Grand Winner: Best Tourism Event: Religious Festival
1st Runner Up – Best Practices in Community-Based Tourism
1st Runner Up – Best Tourism Souvenirs: Non-Food
2nd Runner Up – Best Event Hosting: Local Event
2nd Runner Up – Best Practices on Sustainable Tourism

These accolades underscore Quezon City’s sustained commitment to promoting responsible and inclusive tourism, strengthening community engagement, and showcasing its dynamic cultural identity on both national and international stages.

Championing Inclusive and Sustainable Tourism

Under the leadership of Hon. Ma. Josefina “Joy” Belmonte, Quezon City has continuously innovated its tourism programs, integrating sustainability, heritage preservation, and creative industry promotion into its development agenda. The city’s diverse tourism events, from global conventions to faith-based celebrations, demonstrate how culture, innovation, and governance can work together to elevate local pride and global recognition.

About the ATOP Pearl Awards

The ATOP Pearl Awards, now in its 26th year, is regarded as the country’s most prestigious recognition body for tourism initiatives by local government units. Each year, the awards highlight the best practices that serve as benchmarks for other cities and provinces, inspiring collaboration and continuous improvement within the Philippine tourism landscape.

This year’s theme emphasized Tourism Governance for Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development, reflecting the sector’s pivotal role in community empowerment and national progress.

Quezon City: A Model of Tourism Innovation

Quezon City’s multiple wins at the 2025 ATOP Pearl Awards reaffirm its status as a tourism powerhouse and a model of innovation and good governance. Through its continuous efforts to build creative destinations, empower local communities, and promote cultural heritage, Quezon City proudly stands as a beacon of tourism excellence – showing the rest of the country that sustainable progress begins in the heart of the community.

Pedrista Festival ( San Pedro Bautista)

Religious history buffs will find Quezon City’s oldest Catholic Church at the Basilica Minore de Santuario de San Pedro Bautista. Founded in 1590 by Father Pedro Bautista, a Franciscan Spanish missionary from Avila, Spain and one of the 26 Chistians martyred in Japan in 1957.

Last February 3, District One celebrated the PEDRISTA FESTIVAL with a street dance competition participated by more than 10 QC based schools along FPJ Avenue, Barangay Paraiso. This was followed by a mass held last February 4 to commemorate the 91st Parish Fiesta at the Basilica Minore de Santuario de San Pedro Bautista. The event was attended by Mayor Joy Belmonte, Congressman Arjo Atayde, members of the city council, and the executive department.

Pedrista Festival 2024

QC Chinatown Lunar New Year

The Quezon City Government along with the Filipino-Chinese Business Associations embarked on a three-day celebration of the Chinese New Year this 2024. The 3-day event held last February 9-11 began with the first CQC Chinatown Heritage Tour which was participated by the media, content creators and friends from the business communities. The QC TOURISM Department who led the annual celebration curated the tour sites which were introduced to the participants. Among these sites were : Sheng Lian Temple, Tzu Chi Buddhist Humanitarian Temple, Filipino-Chinese Friendship Arch, WOW Toy Museum, D’ Original Maki Haus, Hokki Dumpling, Mandarin Sky, Causeway Seafood Restaurant, Cai Hok Restaurant and David’s Tea House. A sampling of the speciality dishes of these food stops were enjoyed by media and the content creators from sun-up to sun-down.

Among the major activities for three days were the Chinese Food, Arts and Crafts Fair from merchants who came from Pasay, Paranaque, Makati, Manila and San Juan. Guests were entertained with a free concert from Autotelic, actor, Mr. Jake Cuenca and acoustic singer, Lirah.

The program was hosted by Ms. Gretchen Ho and Mr. Stanley Chi. A grand fireworks display was the culminating activity for the Chinese New Year.

Chinese New Year FEB 10, 2024

QC Chinese New Year 2024 HERITAGE

Events

Maginhawa Summer Festival

Every May, the iconic Maginhawa Street transforms into a lively street fair filled with food, music, and art. The Maginhawa Summer Festival showcases Quezon City’s creative energy through food stalls, local brands, performances by homegrown artists, and family-friendly attractions. This much-anticipated event embodies the essence of QC’s youthful and dynamic spirit, a place where creativity meets community, and every summer day feels like a celebration.

Location: Maginhawa Street, Sikatuna Village, Quezon City

Maginhawa Arts and Food Festival 

The Maginhawa Arts and Food Festival is a lively celebration that unites Quezon City’s creative spirit and culinary excellence in one of its most iconic destinations: Maginhawa Street.

Known as the heart of the Maginhawa Food Community, this festival showcases the area’s rich history as a hub for homegrown restaurants, cafés, food parks, and artistic ventures that have transformed the street into one of Metro Manila’s most beloved food and culture destinations. What began as a quiet neighborhood has evolved into a bustling creative corridor that reflects the city’s diversity, innovation, and warmth.

During the festival, food stalls, art installations, street performances, and live music fill the stretch of Maginhawa with color and energy. Visitors can explore a wide array of local flavors and creative expressions, from emerging artists and entrepreneurs to established cultural groups, all contributing to the vibrant urban scene that defines Quezon City. The Maginhawa Arts and Food Festival stands as a tribute to creativity, collaboration, and community, celebrating the local talent and entrepreneurial spirit that continue to make Quezon City a center of culture and innovation.

Location: Maginhawa Street, Sikatuna Village, Quezon City

QC Chinatown Mid-Autumn Mooncake Festival 

The QC Chinatown Mid-Autumn Mooncake Festival celebrates Filipino-Chinese heritage, unity, and cultural pride in Quezon City. First held on September 28, 2025, at the Banawe Chinatown District, the event featured a full day of festivities organized by the Quezon City Tourism Department and the QC Association of Filipino Businessmen Inc.

Highlights included a lantern parade, cultural performances, a Mooncake Bazaar with Filipino-Chinese cuisine and products, and interactive attractions such as a wishing tree and calligraphy station. The festival also showcased the city’s largest mooncake: a 100-kilogram, 39-inch masterpiece unveiled at Z Square Mall. Now an annual tradition, the Mooncake Festival continues to promote cultural harmony and community celebration in the heart of Quezon City.

Location: QC Chinatown, Banawe, Quezon City

La Naval Month-long Festivities 

The Feast of Our Lady of La Naval is one of the most significant Marian celebrations in Quezon City and the Philippines, held annually on the second Sunday of October. Centered at the Santo Domingo Church along Quezon Avenue, the weeklong celebration honors Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of La Naval de Manila, whose intercession is credited with the Spanish and Filipino victory in the 1646 Battle of La Naval de Manila.

Throughout the week, thousands of devotees gather for novena Masses, liturgical celebrations, and a grand procession that fills the streets with faith and devotion. The image of Our Lady of La Naval, enshrined at the Santo Domingo Church, serves as a powerful symbol of hope and protection for generations of the faithful. A special highlight of the celebration is “El Recorrido”, the solemn pre-feast procession where the image of Our Lady of La Naval is brought to the six districts of Quezon City. This citywide pilgrimage allows the faithful across communities to venerate the Blessed Mother and share in the blessings of the feast. Deeply rooted in faith and tradition, the Feast of Our Lady of La Naval continues to unite Quezon City in prayer, gratitude, and devotion; a cherished celebration of both history and faith that endures through time.

Location: Santo Domingo Church, 537 Quezon Avenue, Quezon City

Gawad Parangal Awards Night 

The Manuel L. Quezon Gawad Parangal is the city’s highest honor, recognizing individuals and institutions that have made outstanding contributions to nation-building and public service.

Named after the city’s founder, the prestigious annual awards ceremony highlights excellence, integrity, and leadership derived from the values that define Quezon City’s legacy. The event is a cornerstone of the city’s Foundation Day celebration and reflects the spirit of service that continues to shape Quezon City’s identity
Location: QC M.I.C.E. Center, Quezon City Hall Compound, Barangay Central, Diliman, Quezon City

Newly Opened Museums

Tandang Sora Women’s Museum

The Tandang Sora Women’s Museum is the first-ever women’s museum in the Philippines. It honors the significance of Filipino women in shaping the nation through their courage, resilience, and leadership, in tribute to Melchora “Tandang Sora” Aquino, the Mother of the Philippine Revolution. The role of women in Philippine history is emphasized and amplified in every corner of the museum through its exhibits that are a testament to the strength, struggles, and triumphs of Filipino women throughout history. Showcasing the accounts of women’s participation in faith, leadership, peacebuilding, revolution, and culture, the two-storey bahay na bato-inspired structure documents these stories through creating an immersive experience for visitors. Women are not passive actors in history; they are heroes in their own right. Anchored on the principles of Tandang Sora, who has dedicated her life to uplifting the status of Filipino women, the museum advocates and fosters educational programs, historical research, gender equality, and awareness of current women’s issues.

Fact Corner

The Gumamela Tandang Sora, scientifically named Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, is part of the UPLB Hibiscus Hybrid “Centennial Series,” which is composed of eleven varieties of garden-type Hibiscus dedicated to Filipino women who unselfishly served the cause of the Philippine revolution during the Spanish and American regimes. The first locally developed Hibiscus hybrids selected for prolificacy and high adaptability in the country can be found in front of the Kataastaasang Ina Sculpture before entering the museum.

Tandang Sora National Shrine, Banlat Rd, Quezon City
8731-8391 / +63 915 392 1044
promotion.qctd@quezoncity.gov.ph / qctourism.museum@gmail.com
Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Entrance Fee:
- FREE until further notice.

Quick Links

For Booking and Inquiries

For group visits and guided tours: promotion.qctd@quezoncity.gov.ph
For specific concerns and requests regarding the museum: qctourism.museums@gmail.com

Social Media Accounts

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576990291458
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsorawomensmuseum

Bahay Modernismo

Bahay Modernismo is the newest museum of Quezon City, located inside the Quezon City Memorial Circle, near its neighbors, the Quezon Heritage House, the Presidential Car Museum, and the Quezon Memorial Shrine. The humble structure is based on the former home of the Aquino family at 25 Times Street. Bahay Modernismo is a living museum that transports visitors back in time to when the Philippines was rebuilding from the war and dreaming of a modern future. It is set in the post-war era from the 1950s to the early 1970s, that represent post-war optimism of a country rising from the ashes. The house recreates the midcentury domestic environment in Quezon City as the birthplace of postwar modern housing during the city’s urban experimental development. It symbolizes the architectural, cultural, and domestic evolution of the societal standing of the country. Bahay Modernismo celebrates the recent past, and even though it is often ignored, it holds the memory of a generation that grew up in homes like this, when parents tried to give as much comfort to their children while trying to forget the war trauma. Every item in the museum has a backstory; they are memories passed down.

Fact Corner

The bungalow style became a signature of government-led housing projects as these homes were efficient, spacious, and modern, with innovations like large windows for ventilation, built-in garages, and open floor plans that revolved around new household appliances.

Quick Links

For Booking and Inquiries