Kabankalan Cathedral

The cathedral features traditional Latin church architectural elements with a modern design completed in 1935, incorporating barrel vaults and stained glass windows that depict biblical scenes throughout its spacious nave and intricately carved altar area.

Originally founded in 1935 and dedicated to Saint Francis Xavier, the cathedral achieved its current status in 1987 when the Diocese of Kabankalan was established, separating from the larger Diocese of Bacolod.

The cathedral celebrates the annual Feast of Saint Francis Xavier on December 3rd, drawing devotees from surrounding areas who participate in processions, prayer gatherings, and local traditions that strengthen community bonds.

Located in central Kabankalan city with accessible public transportation options, the cathedral operates daily masses and special services on major religious holidays for its congregation of over 768,000 Catholics.

The cathedral serves as the episcopal seat for a diocese covering approximately 3,924 square kilometers of southern Negros Occidental, making it one of the most geographically extensive dioceses in the Philippines.