Weihnachten auf den Philippinen: Frueher Beginn der Festzeit

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Simbang Gabi

From 16 to 24 December, many Catholics attend Simbang Gabi, a series of dawn or evening masses. After mass, families often enjoy traditional treats such as bibingka and puto bumbong sold outside the churches.

Noche Buena and family reunions

On Christmas Eve, families gather for Noche Buena, a midnight feast that may include ham, queso de bola, spaghetti and lechon. Children visit their godparents, and relatives working abroad often try to come home for the holidays.