The Daily Tribune
Peaceful Tondo Santo Niño feast draws thousands
Thousands of devotees joined the Feast of Santo Niño in Tondo, Manila on Sunday, January 19, 2025.
The procession, which began after a 3 a.m. mass, featured the iconic Santo Niño image accompanied by colorful fireworks.
Devotees brought their Santo Niño images to the church for blessings after every Holy Mass.
Despite the massive turnout, the Manila Police District reported no untoward incidents, highlighting the peaceful nature of the celebration.
The devotion to the Santo Niño is deeply embedded in Filipino culture, with Tondo being one of many places that honor the Child Jesus with vibrant festivities.
The most famous Santo Niño celebration in the country is the Sinulog Festival in Cebu, which draws millions of participants annually.
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