The City Government of Iriga, together with the other cities and municipalities nationwide, celebrated the 50^th Founding Anniversary of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) last August 8, 2017 at the Iriga Ceremonial Grandstand. After a parade around the plaza, a short account on the members of the ASEAN was given. The City Health Office also gave a talk regarding HIV Awareness. As 7:00 PM draws near, the lights in the area were turned off for the ceremonial lighting of the ASEAN Lantern. At 7:00 PM, the lantern was lit and sirens from firetrucks were set off. After the ceremony, a Zumba concert was held led by the MAG Dancers.