Manila North Cemetery prepares for over 1 million visitors during All Saints' Day

Manila City Mayor Honey Lacuna announced that Manila North Cemetery is prepared for large crowds during All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day from October 30 to November 3.

More than a million people visited the cemetery on All Saints' Day, surpassing initial estimates of around one million visitors; data showed that 1.1 million people flocked to the site on Friday, November 1, which is higher than last year's count of 958,000.

Mayor Lacuna highlighted new measures such as additional portalets and a 'tag' system for children visiting with adults to ensure safety and cleanliness, noting that security remains generally peaceful despite the large crowds.

Visiting hours are limited from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day, and certain items like vendors, firearms, and pets are prohibited inside the cemetery; visitors are reminded to bring their own food as vendors are not allowed.

Rescue personnel worked tirelessly amid health emergencies, including an elderly visitor who sought first aid due to dizziness caused by the heat and crowd.