The Philippines is a nation of extraordinary festivals and cultural events — from the Sinulog Grand Parade, one of the largest festivals in Asia, to Cinemalaya, the country's most prestigious independent film festival.
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Sinulog Grand Parade
A million people dancing in the streets of Cebu — the Philippines' greatest spectacle
The Sinulog Grand Parade is the Philippines' most spectacular event — over a million people line the streets of Cebu City to watch hundreds of contingents in extraordinary costumes perform the sinulog dance in honour of the Santo Niño. The parade is a riot of colour, music, and devotion that lasts for hours.
Event Highlights
- Over a million spectators lining the streets
- Hundreds of contingents in extraordinary costumes
- The sinulog dance — two steps forward, one step back
- Basilica del Santo Niño religious ceremonies
- One of the largest festivals in Asia
What to Do There
- Watch the grand parade from the grandstand or street
- Visit the Basilica del Santo Niño for the religious ceremonies
- Join the street dancing and celebrations
- Try Cebu's famous lechon (roast pig) at the festival
- Experience the extraordinary devotion of the Filipino people
Event Info
Next Event
Annual — third Sunday of January
Location
Cebu City streets
Duration
8–10 hours
Ticket Price
Free (grandstand from ₱500)
Travel Tips
- ·Book flights and accommodation 6 months ahead
- ·The grandstand gives the best views — book tickets early
- ·Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for enormous crowds
- ·Cebu has excellent seafood and the best lechon in the Philippines
- ·Combine with island hopping in Bohol and the Visayas
Cinemalaya Film Festival
The Philippines' most prestigious independent film festival — bold, socially engaged cinema
Cinemalaya is the Philippines' most prestigious independent film festival, held annually at the Cultural Center of the Philippines in Manila. The festival showcases the best of Filipino independent cinema — bold, socially engaged films that have won international acclaim at Cannes, Berlin, and Venice.
Event Highlights
- The Philippines' most prestigious independent film festival
- Films that have won acclaim at Cannes, Berlin, and Venice
- Q&A sessions with Filipino directors and actors
- Cultural Center of the Philippines on Manila Bay
- Annual — August
What to Do There
- Watch award-winning Filipino independent films
- Attend Q&A sessions with Filipino directors and actors
- Discover the extraordinary depth of Filipino cinema
- Explore the Cultural Center of the Philippines complex
- Visit the nearby Intramuros and Rizal Park
Event Info
Next Event
Annual — August
Location
Cultural Center of the Philippines, Manila
Duration
10 days
Ticket Price
₱150–₱250 per screening
Travel Tips
- ·Book tickets in advance for popular screenings
- ·The Cultural Center is on Manila Bay — beautiful at sunset
- ·August is rainy season in Manila — bring an umbrella
- ·Combine with visits to Intramuros and the National Museum
- ·Manila has excellent Filipino and international cuisine in the Makati and BGC areas
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