Undas (All Saints' & All Souls' Day) 2026

Undas spans All Saints' Day (November 1) and All Souls' Day (November 2), when Filipino families flock to cemeteries to remember their departed. It is one of the year's largest gatherings — part solemn vigil, part family reunion.

In the days before, families clean and repaint tombs. On the day they bring flowers, candles, and food, often staying from morning through the night — praying, sharing meals, playing cards and music beside the graves in a uniquely Filipino blend of mourning and togetherness.

Expect a massive exodus from Metro Manila to the provinces — bus terminals, ports, and expressways are jammed for days. Cemeteries enforce rules (many ban alcohol, videoke, and large speakers) and tighten security. Book provincial travel well in advance and arrive early to beat the crowds.

The Catholic feasts of All Saints and All Souls merged with deep Filipino reverence for ancestors, producing a distinctly local observance that fuses church doctrine, candlelit remembrance, and family fiesta.