Sixty couples officially exchanged their vows and celebrated a new chapter in their lives during the successful staging of “I Do – Kasalan ng Bayan 2026,” one of the highlights of the 1st Ka’aNiYogan Festival and 60th Araw ng Tarragonacelebration.

The meaningful ceremony brought together 60 couples who were united in marriage, marking a memorable milestone filled with love, commitment, and hope for their families.

The mass wedding was solemnized by Mayor Kaka Bulaong, with the presence and support of municipal officials and barangay officials who joined the celebration of this significant occasion.

Also present was Marantha P. Cavan-Sucnaan from the Office of the Municipal Civil Registrar, who played an important role in the successful organization and implementation of the program. Adding to the significance of the event was the presence of Cheryl B. Caboobao, Local Civil Registry Officer of the City of Mati, who shared in this historic celebration.

During his message, Mayor Kaka Bulaong emphasized that the true foundation of every family is built on genuine love and commitment.

“𝑫𝒊𝒍𝒊 𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒑𝒚𝒐, 𝒅𝒊𝒍𝒊 𝒃𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒂𝒚, 𝒅𝒊𝒍𝒊 𝒑𝒖𝒓𝒐𝒌 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒔𝒚𝒐𝒏 𝒔𝒂 𝒑𝒂𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒚𝒂 𝒌𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒊 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝒏𝒈𝒂 𝒈𝒖𝒈𝒎𝒂.”

“Not the municipality, not the barangay, not the purok is the foundation of the family, but true love.”

The I Do – Kasalan ng Bayan 2026 was more than just a wedding ceremony—it was a celebration of love, unity, and new beginnings for 60 couples, making it one of the most meaningful activities of the 1st Ka’aNiYogan Festival and 60th Araw ng Tarragona.