Simbang gabi in Manila boasts a lively atmosphere as it’s often a family affair, the streets are bustling with people which creates a sense of community and camaraderie. Churches are also adorned with impressive Christmas decorations, making the event festive and joyful.

So, what is SImbang Gabi, and how many days or nights does it last? Simbang Gabi is a Filipino Christmas tradition that involves a series of nine dawn masses celebrated in the days leading up to Christmas. It’s a significant part of Filipino culture as it promotes spiritual preparation and religious devotion. The date for Simbang gabi masses begins on the 16th of December to the 24th, but some churches also offer anticipated mass schedules for those who prefer to attend at night.

Note that the following Manila simbang gabi schedule listed above is subject to change. Stay tuned for updates or check with the respective website and official social media pages of the churches for approximate dates and times.

Simbang Gabi Schedule for Manila

Listed below are the Simbang Gabi schedule for 2024 in Manila.

Manila Cathedral

• December 15-23, 8:00 pm
• December 16-24, 4:30 am

Baclaran Church

• December 15-24, 8:00 pm
• December 16-24
  • 4:00 am
  • 5:30 pm

San Felipe Neri Parish Church (Mandaluyong City)

(Standby for updates)

Diocesan Shrine of Jesus the Divine Word (Quezon City)

• December 15-23, 8:00 pm
• December 16-24, 4:30 am

Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene, Quiapo Church

(Standby for updates)

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Church of the Gesu (Ateneo de Manila University)

• December 15-24, 8:00 pm

National Shrine of Saint Jude Thaddeus Manila

• December 15-16 and 18-23, 7:00 pm
• December 17, 6:00 pm
• December 16-24, 5:00 am

Antipolo Cathedral (The National Shrine of Peace and Good Voyage)

(Standby for updates)

Mary the Queen Parish (San Juan City)

• December 15-23, 8:00 pm
• December 16-24, 4:30 am

Shrine & Parish of Lady de Aranzazu (San Mateo, Rizal)

• December 15-23
  • 7:30 pm
  • 9:00 pm
• December 16-24, 4:30 am

Sta. Maria Goretti Parish (Paco, Manila)

(Standby for updates)

Santisimo Rosario Parish (University of Santo Tomas)

• December 15-23, 8:00 pm (UST Parish Church)
• December 16-24, 4:30 am ( UST Plaza Major)

Minor Basilica and National Shrine of San Lorenzo Ruiz (Binondo, Manila)

(Standby for updates)

Minor Basilica of San Sebastian (Manila)

(Standby for updates)

Archdiocesan Shrine of Espiritu Santo (Rizal Avenue, Manila)

• December 15-23, 7:30 pm
• December 16-24
  • 3:30 am
  • 5:00 am

Ayala Triangle Gardens (Makati)

• December 15-23, 7:00 pm

National Shrine of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary (Sto. Domingo Parish, Quezon City)

(Standby for updates)

The Immaculate Conception Cathedral of Cubao

• December 15-23, 7:30 pm
• December 16-24, 4:30 pm

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Our Lady of Mount Carmel Shrine (New Manila)

• December 15-23, 8:00 pm
• December 16-24
  • 4:00 am (Tagalog)
  • 5:30 am (English)

National Shrine of Our Lady Guadalupe

(Standby for updates)

Immaculate Conception Cathedral (Pasig Cathedral)

(Standby for updates)

San Roque Cathedral (Diocese of Kalookan)

(Standby for updates)

San Roque de Alabang Parish (Diocese of Paranaque)

• December 15-23, 8:00 pm
• December 16-24
  • 4:00 am
  • 5:15 am

Mary Queen of Apostles Parish (Paranaque City)

• December 15-23, 7:00 pm
• December 16-24, 4:30 am

Saint Joseph Parish (Tambo)

(Standby for updates)

Sources: (1), (2), (3)

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