Cebu City's Sinulog Festival 2024 dazzles with colorful street dancing, religious processions, and cultural events. Discover the schedule, highlights, and significance of this iconic Philippine celebration.
Navigating Sinulog 2025? Learn the difference between Fiesta Señor & Sinulog, the meaning of 'Pit Señor!', and key festival concepts to appreciate Cebu's grand celebration.
The grand Traslacion of the Black Nazarene began at 4 a.m., an hour ahead of schedule. Follow the procession's progress and see the massive crowd estimates.
Over 240,000 faithful joined the peaceful Walk with Jesus procession in Cebu City, marking the start of the 461st Sinulog festivities. Police report a successful and orderly event.
PNP Acting Chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. announces full security preparations for ASEAN ministerial meetings in Cebu this January. Public cooperation is key to ensuring safety.
PNP acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. confirms security measures for ASEAN ministerial meetings in Cebu this January. Police to secure delegates while managing Sinulog Festival crowds.
Mandaue City's Sinulog contingent is 90% prepared for the 2026 festival, led by award-winning choreographer Manoy Jojin. Discover how they adapted to a reduced budget.
The DOH Central Visayas urges safety during Sinulog 2026, advising on heat, rain, and crowd precautions. Key tips include hydration and emergency contacts. Stay informed and celebrate safely!
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro announces P10 million aid for Sinulog 2026 activities and additional cash prizes for local contingents. Read about the province's full support for the grand festival.
Seventeen groups from Cebu City barangays and schools will compete in the Sinulog sa Dakbayan 2026 on January 10. Tickets are P200. Support your favorite contingent!
Bacolod's champion Barangay Tangub dancers will perform at Cebu's Sinulog Festival on Jan. 18, 2026, with P1.5 million in support. Invitations from Iloilo and Hong Kong also received.
Cebu's Balik Cebu 2026 program launches with a scaled-back opening to honor flood and earthquake victims. The initiative offers 'Sinulog survival kits' and safe viewing areas, highlighting faith and recovery. Discover how Cebu welcomes balikbayans.
As Sinulog 2026 draws crowds to Cebu's Basilica, candle vendors report permit requirements are hurting their income. Read how regulations impact small businesses during the peak religious festival.
The DOH urges safety for millions at the Feast of the Black Nazarene. Code White Alert raised with 20 medical stations. Read essential health tips for devotees.
Despite the Feast of the Jesus Nazareno being declared a national liturgical celebration, millions of devotees still flock to Quiapo. Organizers expect record numbers for the 2026 Traslacion. Read more.
SM Supermalls in Cebu launch AweSM Cebu 2026, a month-long Sinulog celebration with events, shows, and exhibits at SM City Cebu, SM Seaside, and SM J Mall. Experience the grand finale drone & pyro shows on January 18!
Cebu City announces 17 official barangay and school contingents for Sinulog sa Dakbayan 2026 on January 10. Tickets at P200. Join the cultural celebration!
Cebu City declares a transport emergency after Christmas chaos. Officials plan free mass transit for Sinulog Festival crowds as long-term BRT project lags. Read the full story.
The Minor Basilica of San Sebastian announces a temporary closure on January 9, 2026, for 'dungaw' preparations ahead of the Feast of the Jesus Nazareno. Details on Mass schedules and the grand procession.
The traditional kissing of the Jesus Nazareno image begins January 7, 2026, at Quirino Grandstand. Devotees can venerate the icon until January 9. Learn the schedule and new queue details.
Acting PNP chief Nartatez details coordinated security plans for Cebu's Sinulog Festival and Feast of Señor Santo Niño. Police are on heightened alert to ensure a peaceful celebration.
Cebu City deploys a massive security force for the 461st Sinulog Festival. No signal jamming planned as authorities assure public safety. Read the full security plan.
Cebu City deploys massive security force for the 461st Sinulog Festival. Police, military, and agencies on heightened alert to ensure safety for millions of visitors. Read the full security plan.
Kathryn Bernardo reveals she was unaware her mother co-produced the MMFF film 'Unmarry'. The star was surprised by the news. Discover the full story and box office details here.
Quiapo Church blessed a record 3,338 replica images and banners for the Feast of the Jesus Nazareno. Manila Archbishop praised the humility of 'nameless' devotees. Read more about the preparations.
The Department of Health prepares for the Feast of the Black Nazarene, deploying 200 emergency personnel and raising a Code White Alert in key Luzon regions. Read more.
Sasmuan, Pampanga concludes the Christmas season with the vibrant Kuraldal Atlung Ari festival on January 6, 2025. Join devotees for prayers, merrymaking, and tradition. #PampangaCulture #PhilippineFestivals
Mayor Philip Naguit hails the 93rd Aguman Sanduk Festival as a testament to Minalin's resilience. See the winners of the float parade and cross-dressing tradition.
The revered image of the Black Nazarene starts its annual barangay visits in Manila on Jan 1, 2026. See the full schedule and details for the vigil and the grand feast on Jan 9.
From Sinulog's rain-soaked queen to election upheavals and natural disasters, SunStar's lens captures Cebu's defining 2025 moments of faith, crisis, and change. See the full story.