18/01/2026
Devotion or Just for Fun?
In Cebu (in Visayas), participants, dancers, and devotees were instructed to carry the image of the Holy Child in the most dignified and respectful manner. The practice reflected the deep reverence and devotion traditionally associated with the celebration.
In contrast, during the 25th Grand Bambino Festival in Pasig City (Luzon), held today January 18, 2026, a group of men was observed carrying an adult male in a satirical display, mimicking the Holy Child. The act drew attention for its playful, if irreverent, tone.
These contrasting scenes highlight two distinct approaches to honoring the Holy Child: one rooted in solemn respect and religious devotion, and the other expressed through parody and entertainment
Screen grab from: Pasig News Update