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Up to 5 million spectators expected in Cebu for 2026 Sinulog Festival
Cebu City is anticipating 4 to 5 million visitors for the Sinulog Festival on January 18, 2026, which also marks the 461st feast of the Santo Niño de Cebu.
The city government assures visitors of their safety and peace during the festivities.
Forty dancing contingents, including three guest performers, are scheduled to participate in the event.
Approximately 7,000 personnel from the Philippine National Police, Philippine Army, Bureau of Fire Protection, and other agencies will be deployed to ensure security.
New resources, including mobile cars, handheld radios, megaphones, and a mobile command center with real-time CCTV monitoring, will be utilized by the police.
Activities will commence on Thursday, January 8, with the opening salvo for the Novena Masses, leading up to the actual feast on Sunday, January 18.
Brig. Gen. Redrico Maranan emphasized the highest degree of peace, security, and safety, aiming for a reduction in crime compared to the previous year.
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