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San Fernando, Pampanga · Every December
Giant Lantern Festival
Village teams battle with six-metre lanterns wired to thousands of bulbs in a light show set to music.
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What happens when you set this watch
We track every fare from your airport into Angeles or Manila for December 8 to 26, 2026, round trips of 2 to 5 nights, across every airline. The moment one drops, you get one email with the dates, the price and a link to book. Free, and you can stop any time.
Know before you go
- The contest starts after dark and runs late; the lanterns are viewed from a large open field.
- Pampanga is the food capital of the country; sisig here is the original.
- Clark airport is about 30 minutes from San Fernando; Manila is about 90 minutes north on the expressway.
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