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November 18, 2025

Why Are Filipinos Obsessed with Christmas?

It’s no secret that the Philippines celebrates the longest Christmas season in the world, beginning as early as the first of September and lasting until the Feast of the Three Kings in January. The season is filled with joy, love, and cheer, serving as a time for Filipinos to showcase our rich holiday culture and cherished traditions such as Simbang Gabi, Noche Buena, and caroling, among many others. But when did this all begin? And why do Filipinos love Christmas so much?