A riot of color waits to be captured by photographers venturing to the Kadayawan Festival in the Philippines.

Kadayawan is held annually during the 3rd Week of August in the city of Davao, the Philippines. Davao is found on Mindanao, the nation’s second-largest and southernmost island.

The weeklong Festival is a celebration and thanksgiving for nature’s bountiful harvest, and offers wonderful photographic opportunities.

During the festival, the streets of Davao are adorned with local fruit & vegetables, providing a colorful background to the tribal dances and floats. Floats are covered with fresh flowers and fruits, and the energetic dancers from various indigenous tribes wear their finest costumes and jewelry.

To get the best photos, pick a spot early as the streets get crowded quickly as visitors flock to watch the dancers and parades.