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Why it ranks
The City of San Fernando's lantern competition, now in its 117th edition in 2025, in which ten barangays compete with giant parul lanterns; the 2025 competition was held on 13 December 2025 at Robinsons Starmills with exhibitions until 1 January 2026.
Don't miss: Watch the synchronised light-and-music performance of the competing giant lanterns.
Best for: Visitors who want a Christmas-season event within two hours of Manila; the barangay lanterns are lit nightly during the exhibition run.
Good to know: The competition night draws the largest crowds; the exhibition shows from 14 December onwards are easier to attend and admission is free.
Key facts
| Type | festival |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | ₱ |
| Best season | December |
| How to get there | NLEX to San Fernando exit; Robinsons Starmills is beside the exit on Jose Abad Santos Avenue |
| Hours | Mid-December competition; nightly exhibitions from 6 pm until 1 January |
Score breakdown
| Signal | Points | How it was calculated |
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| Reviews · 45% weight | 9/45 |
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| Credentials · 15% weight | 0/15 |
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| Track record · 15% weight | 0/15 |
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| Transparency · 25% weight | 13.8/25 |
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| Unverified details | −5 | Some details are not yet independently verified |
| Evidence points | 18/100 | #1 in Festivals, MassKara Festival, has 20 points |
| Score | 93 | 60 + 39 × (18 ÷ 20)1.5 · How the category score works |
Licences, accreditation & registrations
No licence or accreditation on record yet.
Address
Robinsons Starmills, Jose Abad Santos Avenue, Barangay San Jose, City of San Fernando, Pampanga (approximate map position)
Evidence & sources
- robinsonsmalls.com/giant-lantern-festival-robinsons-starmills — Robinsons Malls page: 117th Giant Lantern Festival at Robinsons Starmills Pampanga, exhibition series 14 Dec 2025 to 1 Jan 2026 announced by the City of San Fernando Tourism Office; Barangay Bulaon grand champion
- letsgopampanga.com/giant-lantern-festival-2025-showcases-10-barangays- — Let's Go Pampanga (12 Nov 2025): competition on 13 Dec 2025 at Robinsons Starmills, ten competing barangays, free admission
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FAQ
Where is Giant Lantern Festival (Ligligan Parul)?
Giant Lantern Festival (Ligligan Parul) is at Robinsons Starmills, Jose Abad Santos Avenue, Barangay San Jose, City of San Fernando, Pampanga.
How much is the entrance fee at Giant Lantern Festival (Ligligan Parul)?
₱. Fees are set locally and change; confirm before you go.
How do I get to Giant Lantern Festival (Ligligan Parul)?
NLEX to San Fernando exit; Robinsons Starmills is beside the exit on Jose Abad Santos Avenue
How is Giant Lantern Festival (Ligligan Parul) ranked?
Giant Lantern Festival (Ligligan Parul) has a category score of 93 (18 evidence points) and ranks #3 for festivals in the Philippines on our editorial methodology. Payment never affects rank.
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