Festivals in the Philippines this December

Looking for festivals to experience in the Philippines this December? Here’s a list of exciting events across the country this December.

LUZON

San Fernando Giant Lantern Festival

An annual event held every Christmas season that features vibrant life-size lanterns, showcasing the craftsmanship of Pampanga’s lantern makers

• When: All month
• Where: San Fernando, Pampanga

Kamundagan Festival

Commemorates Naga’s founding with cultural events like Bikol Song Festival, lively performances, and inter-barangay parol making contest

• When: All month
• Where: Naga City, Camarines Sur

Pastores Bikol

A festivity that commemorates the birth of Jesus with role playing performances from local children

• When: December 18
• Where: Legazpi City, Albay

Maytinis Festival

A town-wide performance that portrays the story of Mary and Joseph the night that Jesus was born

• When: December 24
• Where: Kawit, Cavite

Salubong Festival

A two-day annual fiesta that features horse parades and street dancers

• When: December 29-30
• Where: Plaridel, Bulacan

VISAYAS

Paskuhan sa Barangay

A festive Christmas celebration featuring cultural performances by various universities across Cebu City

• When: All month
• Where: Parian, Cebu City

Karisyohan Han Pasko Ha Palo

Showcases cultural shows, plus a choral concert and mass on Christmas Eve held in Palo Cathedral

• When: December 10, 2019 – January 6, 2020
• Where: Palo, Leyte