However, instead of hosting the pagoda (river parade) on the Taguig River, they relocated it to the streets, where they paraded the statues of Saint Anne and displayed the talents of Taguig's musicians and dancers.
Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano and the councilors of the first and second districts of Taguig also participated in the joyous Parade on Land that toured various streets in the city. They rode in vehicles decorated with flowers.
Organizers of the Parade on Land also distributed fruits, candies, and Taguig River Festival 2023 T-shirts to participating residents.
Before the parade began from the Minor Basilica and Archdiocesan Shrine of Saint Anne, Father Bernie Carpio's group went to the river to bless the water while holding the image of Saint Anne.
Following this, the Parade on Land proceeded along Liwayway Street, Pinagsalubungan, Plaza Quezon located at the corner of A. Luna and P. Burgos, General Luna Street, Taguig City Hall, and Global Oil Gas Station.
The Parade on Land also visited Tuktukan Bridge, Bambang Bridge, and Barangay Wawa Chapel.
From Wawa Horseshoe, the Parade on Land returned to the Minor Basilica.
The Philippine Coast Guard prohibited any waterborne vessels from sailing in Laguna Bay and its adjoining waterways after Metro Manila was placed under Signal Number 1 due to Typhoon Egay and the monsoon. As a result, the organizers of the Taguig River Festival decided to move the parade to the streets.
The Taguig River Festival, originally known as the Santa Anang Banak Taguig River Festival, is held every July 26.
(Photos from Taguig PIO)
