Pinoy Christmas Traditions
This nine-day dawn Mass starts on December 16 and ends on Christmas Eve.
Simbang Gabi
This sticky rice cake wrapped in banana leaves is a Simbang Gabi favorite.
Bibingka
The song with the famous line, “Ang ___ ay ____, tayo ay mangagsi-awit
Ang Pasko Ay Sumapit
This popular Filipino comedian was featured in Christmas movies like “Okay Ka, Fairy Ko!
Vic Sotto
The Philippines holds the title for having the world’s ___.
The longest Christmas season
The Filipino Christmas tradition of going house-to-house, singing carols, and receiving money or treats.
Caroling
Made of ground glutinous rice and coconut milk, this violet dessert is often served with grated coconut.
Puto Bumbong
This Jose Mari Chan classic begins with, “Whenever I see girls and boys selling lanterns on the streets…
Christmas in Our Hearts
This classic 1990 movie is about an 8-year-old boy who defends his home from burglars during Christmas.
Home Alone
This bustling street in Metro Manila is famous for its Christmas shopping tiangges.
Divisoria
This star-shaped lantern is a symbol of Filipino Christmas.
Parol
This crispy pork dish is a centerpiece of many Filipino holiday tables.
Lechon
This OPM Christmas song popularized by Megastar Sharon Cuneta became an anthem for OFWs during the holidays.
Pasko Na Sinta Ko
This iconic Christmas character’s heart grew three sizes in one day.
The Grinch
This Christmas tradition in the Philippines is a grand feast held after the last Simbang Gabi.
Noche Buena
Families often display this mini-replica of the Nativity scene.
Belen
This popular hot drink, topped with marshmallows, is a favorite during Christmas in colder countries.
Hot Chocolate
This Christmas hit is about giving love and starts with the lyrics, “Let’s sing Merry Christmas and a happy holiday.
Christmas in Our Hearts
This Mariah Carey song is one of the most-played Christmas tunes of all time.
All I Want for Christmas Is You
Many Filipino families welcome the New Year by jumping exactly at midnight for this superstition.
to grow taller
This is celebrated on January 6 and marks the end of the Christmas season in the Philippines.
3 Kings
This red and white-striped candy is shaped like a shepherd’s staff and is a popular Christmas treat worldwide.
candy cane
This song by Gary Valenciano describes Christmas as a celebration of love, joy, and faith.
Pasko Na Sinta Ko
This character from the Harry Potter series receives a hand-knitted sweater from his mom every Christmas.
Ron Weasley
This term refers to the final Simbang Gabi mass held on Christmas Eve.
Misa de Gallo