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- Christmas Day is December 25
- Christmas 2009 falls on a Friday
- Christmas celebrations begin on December 16
- For nine days preceding Christmas everyone starts the day by attending mass ceremonies known as Simbang Gabi, or Mass of the RoosterPhilippines Insider: Christmas in the Philippines
- The main decoration is the parol, or Christmas starPhilippines Insider: Christmas in the Philippines
- On Christmas Eve a feast called Noche Buena is eatenPhilippines Insider: Christmas in the Philippines
- Gifts are given during Noche Bueno and on Christmas morning
- A pageant called Panunuluyan is held to find a couple to play the part of Joseph and Mary in a reenactment of the nativity story from the Bible
- Filipino children believe in Santa Claus, but he does not usually bring them giftsSEAsite: Philippine Christmas
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Christmas is one of the biggest holidays celebrated in the Philippines. Many of the early traditions were influenced by Europe, however over time, Filipino traditions have taken on a life of their own, making Christmas celebrations in the Philippines unique.Santa's Net: Christmas in the Philippines
Blending of Traditions
Many western traditions influenced Filipino Christmas celebrations. Images of Christmas trees and Santa Claus are popular, and it is customary to send cards and sing Christmas Carols as well. Attending the rooster's mass, known as Simbang Gabi, every morning for the nine days preceding Christmas is a tradition which was borrowed from Spain, as was the Noche Buena celebration that follows midnight mass on Christmas Eve. During Noche Buena celebrations, which last until around six o'clock in the morning on Christmas Day, the streets are well lit and children play together outside. Children may also be asked to perform talent shows to entertain their families.SEAsite: Philippine Christmas-
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@MikoLovesU you'll spend your Christmas here in the Philippines !whoa that's awesome :'P
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IN PHILIPPINES ALL THE STREET AND MALLS MUST BE ALREADY FULL OF CHRISTMAS DECORATION, HERE IN MILAN ITS NOTHING '.
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Are you still celebrating Christmas in the Philippines? I'm so sad you're leaving RT @KristieKenney: Decorating the house for Christmas.
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