City of San Fernando celebrates creativity and unity through Giant Lantern Festival 2025
The City of San Fernando, Pampanga, once again shines as it announces the ten barangays that will light up the Giant Lantern Festival 2025 on December 13 at Robinsons Starmills. Known as the “Christmas Capital of the Philippines,” the city continues to celebrate the artistry and unity that define Kapampangan tradition.
This year’s participating barangays are Bulaon, Calulut, Del Pilar, Del Rosario, Dolores, San Jose, San Juan, San Nicolas, Sta. Lucia, and Sto. Niño. Each will showcase its own giant parol, a product of months of design, teamwork, and passion.
The lantern makers behind the brilliance include Mark Niño Flores (Bulaon), Syakina Leigh Bondoc (Calulut), Florante Parilla (Del Pilar), Ryan Joshua David (Del Rosario), Teddy Aguilar (Dolores), Mary Anne Torres (San Jose), Arnel Flores (San Juan), Edmar David (San Nicolas), Karl Ernest Qiuwa (Sta. Lucia), and Byron Bondoc (Sto. Niño). Their work highlights the craftsmanship that continues to make Pampanga’s lanterns world-famous.
Supporting them are their barangay captains: Hon. Lavernie Gopez (Bulaon), Hon. Jamie Capil (Calulut), Hon. Jerry Canlas (Del Pilar), Hon. Razil Escoto (Del Rosario), Hon. Allan Patio (Dolores), Hon. Darwin Manalastas (San Jose), Hon. Claro Tolentino (San Juan), Hon. Jerwin Sembrano (San Nicolas), Hon. Roland David (Sta. Lucia), and Hon. Janino Padilla (Sto. Niño).
Presented in partnership with Firefly, Royu Electrical, CLTV36, Robinsons Starmills, and Sefalco, the event promises to deliver the biggest, brightest, and most colorful Christmas celebration in the country.
The Giant Lantern Festival 2025 stands as a proud reflection of San Fernando’s spirit — one of unity, creativity, and light that continues to inspire Filipinos every Christmas season.
Everything You Need to Know About the Giant Lantern Festival 2025
- When is the Giant Lantern Festival 2025?
The event will be held on December 13, 2025, at Robinsons Starmills, City of San Fernando, Pampanga. - Which barangays are competing this year?
The ten participating barangays are Bulaon, Calulut, Del Pilar, Del Rosario, Dolores, San Jose, San Juan, San Nicolas, Sta. Lucia, and Sto. Niño. - Who are the featured lantern makers?
The lineup includes Mark Niño Flores, Syakina Leigh Bondoc, Florante Parilla, Ryan Joshua David, Teddy Aguilar, Mary Anne Torres, Arnel Flores, Edmar David, Karl Ernest Qiuwa, and Byron Bondoc. - Is the event free to the public?
Yes, admission is free. Everyone is welcome to witness the dazzling display of lanterns and light shows. - What makes the Giant Lantern Festival special?
The festival honors the artistry, unity, and culture of San Fernando. It showcases world-renowned craftsmanship and celebrates the city’s title as the Christmas Capital of the Philippines.
