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The Singkamas Festival of San Marcelino, Zambales is a lively, week-long celebration held every February that honors the town’s famous singkamas (jicama), showcasing its agricultural pride through colorful street dancing, grand parades, cultural nights, talent shows, pageants, and community events; farmers and vendors highlight their harvest, students compete with elaborate costumes and choreography, and residents and visitors come together to enjoy music, performances, and festivities that strengthen community identity, promote local produce, and celebrate the vibrant culture of San Marcelino.

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The Singkamas Festival is an annual cultural celebration held in San Marcelino, Zambales, Philippines, typically during the third week of February. In 2025, the festival took place from February 19 to 23, marking its 21st edition. The event honors the town's agricultural heritage, particularly its abundant harvest of singkamas (jicama), a root vegetable integral to local cuisine.

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Promotes sustainability with workshops, exhibitions, eco-markets, local food stalls, and entertainment.

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When the rains finally ease, farmers gather beside rice fields for a simple blessing — no parade, no floats. Just shared meals, laughter, and gratitude for surviving another unpredictable season. Children run barefoot between paddies while elders recount years when floods or drought almost wiped everything out. It’s a reminder that Zambales isn’t just beaches and mountains — it’s also quiet victories in the fields.