Devotee City 2024 has over 600 registrants

Niña Mae C. Oliverio, Pia Piquero 01/19/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Hundreds of devotees from different provinces have registered in the Devotee City during its opening on Friday, Jan. 19 This year’s Devotee City is located in front of the Cebu Central Post Office…

Cebu Archdiocese warns: ‘Beware of scammers exploiting Child Jesus for donation’

Pia Piquero 01/19/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — As the religious atmosphere of Fiesta Señor and Sinulog permeates Cebu, it seems that some individuals are taking advantage of the vulnerability of the devotees. In the public advisory released by the Roman…

‘Sinulog sa Sugbo’: Then and now, the birth of Cebu’s ‘Queen of all Festivals’

Pia Piquero 01/18/2024

  CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu has long been celebrated for its rich history, vibrant culture, and remarkable achievements. Among its many claims to fame, the birth of one of the country’s grandest festivals stands out as…

Weather during Sinulog 2024 weekend in Cebu may be rainy, says Pagasa

Pia Piquero 01/17/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – It could be rainy in Cebu during the Sinulog Festival 2024 weekend, according to  Pagasa-Mactan. While the weather in Cebu is still sunny with partly cloudy skies, the state weather bureau said there’s…

Prizes for Sinulog Festival 2024 Ritual Showdown winners raised

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 01/17/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines (UPDATED) — Cebu City Mayor Mike Rama announced that the prizes for the top 5 winners of the Sinulog Festival Ritual Showdown will be increased. Rama announced this in a press conference on Wednesday,…

Cebu City, SFI still finalizing list of Sinulog 2024 contingents, prizes

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 01/16/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu City government and the Sinulog Foundation Inc. (SFI) are still finalizing the list of contingents and the prizes six days before the Sinulog Grand Ritual Showdown kicks off on Jan. 21…

FACES OF CEBU: Boy Odilao, founder of Sinulog Festival

Pia Piquero 01/14/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Behind every remarkable creation in our world, there’s always a creator. Just as the book of Genesis attributes the creation of life and Earth to God, architects and engineers are the minds behind…

On ‘Sinulog dance trend’: Basilica wants to keep the tradition

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 01/14/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — “Appropriateness.” This was the comment of a friar from the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño on the ‘Sinulog dance trend’ that has been circulating on social media, specifically on TikTok. Fr. John Ion…

Cebu City historical sites: A guide to must-visit heritage spots

Pia Piquero 01/13/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines –Step into the vibrant tapestry of Cebu City’s history and culture, where every cobblestone whispers tales of the past.  As Sinulog 2024 beckons, brace yourself for a riveting journey through some of the most…

Mandaue tells bar owners to advise if they have Sinulog events

Mary Rose Sagarino 01/12/2024

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — Mandaue City is reminding owners of bars and other recreational joints to inform them if they have special Sinulog events. Business Permit and Licensing Office (BPLO) head Atty. August Lizer Malate said that…

The traditions of ‘Sinug’ candle vendors at the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño

Pia Piquero 01/12/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Candles have long been revered as symbols of hope among devotees at the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño. Whether you are a visitor in the sacred halls or among the vendors, the candle…

Netizens offer prayers amid Fiesta Señor and Sinulog celebrations

Jessa Ngojo - CDN Social Media Specialist 01/12/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines –  The Fiesta Señor and Sinulog Festival in Cebu is more than just a grand celebration of vibrant colors, and rhythmic dances. It is a deeply spiritual and religious event that unites the people…

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