Filipino Folklore Set to Shine in 2026
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Filipino Folklore Set to Shine in 2026

Filipino folklore and mythology are poised to gain significant attention both domestically and internationally in 2026, signaling a potential surge in cultural interest.

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  • Bulacan Cemetery: Centuries-Old Arches Symbolize Historical Rich-Poor Divide

    Centuries-old arches in a Roman Catholic cemetery in Bulakan, Bulacan, stand as stark reminders of a historical divide between the rich and the poor, even in death. These structures highlight the persistent class disparities within Philippine society.

  • Iligan City Holds Alimyon Flower Festival Ahead of Undas

    Iligan City is hosting the Alimyon Flower Festival, supported by the local Chamber of Commerce, in anticipation of Undas (All Souls' Day). The festival provides a crucial revenue opportunity for vendors selling flowers and candles, essential items for cemetery visits.

  • PNP Deploys Nearly 20,000 for Undas Security in Eastern Visayas

    Nearly 20,000 police personnel, partner agency members, and civilian volunteers have been deployed across Eastern Visayas to ensure public safety during the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day (Undas). This measure aims to manage increased public movement and gatherings.

  • PCG Logs Over 114K Travelers Nationwide Ahead of Undas 2026

    The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported over 60,000 outbound and 54,000 inbound passengers nationwide on Saturday morning, October 31, ahead of the All Saints' Day observance (Undas 2026). The PCG has heightened its alert status and deployed additional personnel from October 29 to November 3 to ensure public safety.