Vice Ganda to perform in "Independent Lapu-Lapu... Singkwenta Na!"

CEBU, Philippines - Stand-up comedian, actor, talk show host and resident judge of ABS-CBN’s “Showtime” Vice Ganda will tickle Oponganons' funny bones as he gives a one-of-a-kind performance in Lapu-Lapu's golden anniversary.

Expect to witness a grand kick-off party jam-packed with fun, merriment and activities as it all unfolds on June 17, 2011 under the Marcelo Fernan Bridge.

The City Government of Lapu-Lapu proudly turns 50 after decades of building its name and proving to be the tourism mecca of Cebu.

The upcoming 50th Charter Day Celebration with the theme “Independent Lapu-Lapu... Singkwenta Na” will go down memory lane as well as look ahead to a more dynamic and prosperous years.

The event will start at 1pm with yachts and boats moored at the foot of the second bridge, Lapu-Lapu side. They will kick off the event with an ala spring-break party.

Also at 1pm, a ping-pong tournament will be held. By 5pm a chess tournament and a chess exhibition by international master Enrico Sevillino and national master Eric Gloria at 5pm.

A six category folding bike contest will also happen in the afternoon along with a sunset DJ.

A free concert will start around 7pm. At 9:50 pm, Mayor Paz C. Radaza will deliver her speech which will be aired live over radio station dyRC-AM.

A count up to 50 will start minutes before the launching of the simultaneous fireworks in all the 19 mainland barangays and Olango island.

A golden fireworks will also be launched in between the first and second bridge at exactly 10:00 pm.

Vice Ganda's performance will immediately follow after the golden fireworks. Entrance is free.

Each of the mainland barangays and Olango island will also hold a variety show and fireworks display on the same day.