Carmona’s Sorteo Festival 2025 Earns National Recognition at ATOP Pearl Awards
Carmona, Cavite – The Sorteo Festival 2025 of the City of Carmona has been honored as a National Finalist for Best Tourism Event: Cultural Festival (Component City Category) at the prestigious 2026 Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP) Pearl Awards held in Ormoc City.
This marks the first-ever recognition for Carmona in the ATOP Pearl Awards as a Component City, a milestone that reflects the municipality’s growing prominence in the field of tourism, culture, and the arts.
Mayor Dahlia Loyola expressed pride in the achievement, noting that the recognition is a testament to Carmona’s commitment to preserving its cultural heritage while promoting tourism as a driver of local development:
“Ang Sorteo Festival ay hindi lamang selebrasyon ng ating kasaysayan at kultura, kundi simbolo ng pagkakaisa at pag-asa ng bawat Carmoneño. Ang pagkilalang ito ay patunay na ang ating bayan ay patuloy na umaangat sa larangan ng turismo at kultura.”
The award was personally received by City Tourism Officer Jose Paolo Diaz, representing Carmona’s tourism sector and its dedicated efforts to elevate local festivals to national prominence.
The ATOP Pearl Awards annually recognize outstanding programs and projects of local government units that showcase excellence in tourism, culture, and the arts. Carmona’s inclusion among the finalists highlights the city’s innovative approach to cultural celebration and its dedication to community-driven tourism.
Congratulations to the City of Carmona for this historic achievement – a proud moment for every Carmoneño.
