Philippines festivals and events 2027: dates

Festivals and events in Philippines in 2027: the dates of each one and what it means for your trip — celebrations, closures, high prices and when to book ahead.

Sinulog & Ati-Atihan 2027

Celebration
January 2027

Vibrant January street festivals in Cebu and Kalibo, among the country's biggest. Third week of January.

Panagbenga Flower Festival 2027

Celebration
February 2027

Baguio's month-long flower festival with grand float parades. Usually February.

Holy Week 2027

Closures
25–28 Mar 2027

The country largely shuts from Maundy Thursday to Easter Sunday; transport booked out. Dates late Mar–Apr.

From Maundy Thursday to Easter Sunday. Easter is the first Sunday after the first full moon of spring.

Kadayawan Festival 2027

Celebration
August 2027

Davao's thanksgiving harvest festival celebrating fruit, flowers and indigenous culture. Usually August.

MassKara Festival 2027

Celebration
October 2027

Bacolod's 'City of Smiles' festival of smiling masks and street dance. Usually October.

Christmas Season 2027

High prices
December 2027

The Philippines keeps the world's longest Christmas season; December brings peak demand and busy transport.