Cebu welcomed the Year of the Wood Snake with grand celebrations across top hotels and resorts, each offering unique traditions and festive experiences.
From grand feasts to traditional prosperity dances, these gatherings reflected not just festivity but also the deep cultural ties that continue to thrive in the region.
From dazzling performances to prosperity rituals, these events brought together guests, dignitaries, and communities in a shared embrace of fortune and renewal.
bai Hotel Cebu
Guests indulged in the “Flavors of Fortune” dining experience at CAFE bai, offering special Chinese dishes from January 28 to 29, making the occasion a delightful culinary treat.
Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino
The event featured a powerful Wushu display, an Eye Dotting Ceremony, and a Lion and Dragon Dance, ending in a stunning pyro show that lit up the night sky.
Diamond Suites and Residences
Diamond Suites and Residences welcomed the New Year with an energetic Lion and Dragon Dance, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune.
The hotel’s executives, led by AppleOne Group Assistant Vice President for Hospitality Samantha Manigsaca, participated in the Yee Sang Prosperity Toss, reinforcing unity and shared aspirations. This vibrant celebration fostered a sense of community, setting a positive tone for the year ahead.
Shangri-La Mactan Resort and Spa
The celebration continued with the exclusive “Blessings in Bloom” menu, featuring seafood delicacies symbolizing luck and abundance, available until February 11.
Bayfront Hotel Cebu
The vibrant festivities created an atmosphere of joy and optimism, making the hotel a prime destination for cultural celebrations.
JPark Island Resort and Waterpark
Distinguished guests, including Lapu-Lapu City officials, joined the celebration, highlighting the resort’s commitment to growth and innovation, much like the transformative spirit of the Wood Snake.
Across Cebu, hotels and resorts embraced the essence of Chinese New Year, offering vibrant celebrations and cultural traditions, ensuring an auspicious start to 2025. From grand feasts to traditional prosperity dances, these gatherings reflected not just festivity but also the deep cultural ties that continue to thrive in the region. As the lanterns dim and the echoes of fireworks fade, the spirit of the Lunar New Year lingers—ushering in a year of hope, harmony, and renewed fortune.