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Celebrates Diversity, Equality, at Las Piñas Pride Celebration 2026

DT · Jul 13, 2026, 2:10 AM

BB. BAHAGHARI 2026 WINNERS. The winners each received a crown, sash, plaque, and cash prize. The Binibining Bahaghari Queen was w awarded P50,000, while the 1st Runner-up received P30,000 and the 2ndRunner-up received P20,000. PHOTO(L-R): 2nd Runner-up: Jang Lupango (Brgy. Manuyo Dos)Bb. Bahaghari Queen: Honey Manzano (Brgy. llaya) 1st Runner-up: Francine Erich Arcilla (Brgy.Talon Kwatro).

FORMER Senator Cynthia A.Villar

SENATOR Mark A. Villar

2026 PRIDE AWARDEES. PHOTO(L-R) F/Sen.Cynthia Villar, Abiden Tayanes for Education and Academe. Marilou MarilouG U. Gervacio for Livelihood and Community Service, Mark John R.Banares for Youth Leadership. Senator Mark A.VIllar,Ana Alicia Katrina I.Castilo for Sports and Gene Francis Sayson for Fashion,Culture and Arts.

A sea of rainbow colors, joyful smiles, and messages of hope filled the streets as members of the LGBTQIA+ community came together for the Las Piñas Pride Celebration 2026, a gathering that went beyond festive performances and colorful parades to celebrate courage, diversity,and the enduring spirit.

Organized by the Villar Foundation, the event was a belated Pride Month celebration that brought the community together to honor diversity and inclusion.

BB. BAHAGHARI 2026 CANDIDATES

"While Pride Month may have officially ended, the values it represents-love, respect, equality, and acceptance-should continue to guide our communities every day of the year," said Villar Foundation Managing Director and former senator Cynthia Villar.

The Las Piñas Pride Celebration 2026 served as a reminder that a stronger and more compassionate city is built when every person is valued, respected, and given the opportunity to thrive. It reflected Las Piñas' vision of a community where diversity is embraced as a source of strength and where everyone has the freedom to live with pride.