Visayas is definitely gearing up for the biggest festival returns of the year. As Sinulog, Dinagyang, and Ati-Atihan are just right around the corner, so is the flu season. Each festival will definitely be packed with a lot of festival-goers. This means there will be interactions and contact which makes flu transmissions easier.
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Good news, Sugboanons! There will be available buses to help you get to the Sinulog 2023 Festival Venue at SRP.
Photo from Cebu City Government Information Website
Mayor Michael Rama, along with the other organizers for Sinulog 2023, made an announcement on January 11. 2023, that there will be private and public buses available going to South Road Properties on January 15. The routes will start at 6 AM this Sunday.
Fare will be collected as you ride the listed public and private buses.
See bus routes below:
Yellow Route – From Anjo World, Minglanilla to SRP
Black Route – From Talamban to SRP Viaduct
Blue Route – From Parkmall to SRP Viaduct
Red Route – From Gaisano Tabunok, Shopwise to SRP
Green Route – From Marigondon, Cordova to SRP.
There are also Green Buses that will be deployed by the City Government to offer free rides to SRP.
Photo from Cebu City Government Information Website
Aside from buses, Angkas motorcycles will also be available for free booking. The free ride will be available from 8 AM to 11 PM on January 15.
Routes:
SRP (Southbound) – PTT Gas Station beside Gaisano SRP
SM Seaside – Plaza Independencia
SM Seaside – Designer Square, N. Bacalso Avenue
Photo from Cebu City Government Information Website
One of the most well-known events in the Philippines is the Sinulog Festival, which draws millions of tourists every year. It is composed of many activities, and one of its highlights is the Grand Parade, a full-day procession that attracts dancers from all across the nation who dress in vibrant costumes and plan dances for it.
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The Grand Parade usually falls on the third Sunday of January, where different dancers showcase their colorful costumes and dance moves in the streets of Cebu. This year, the Grand Parade will happen at 9:00 AM on January 15, 2023, at the South Road Properties; this will be the first time that the parade will be held on these grounds.
Here is the list of the things that you can also do during the day of the parade:
• Attend the Mañanita and Pontifical mass
The Mañanita Mass and the Pontificial Mass will be the first two services of the festival proper, which will begin on January 15.
Photo from Basilica Minore del Santo Niño de Cebu Facebook Page
From four in the morning, these masses will be celebrated at the Minor Basilica of Santo Niño de Cebu. Another mass will be given at the South Road Properties at 8 am to mark the beginning of festivities after the two masses at the basilica.
• Watch the street dance performances
What takes place during the big procession of this Sinulog Festival? Of course, street dancing!
It mainly comprises a long procession of multiple groups of gathered street dancers, all of whom are decked up in vibrant costumes and backed by platforms that have been exquisitely decorated.
Photo from Merx Mercado
In addition to performing their dance moves or the “Sinulog dance” as they move across the entire town, the dancers frequently depict how Santo Niño has benefited their local towns in their performances.
• Witness the grand performance of the dancers
The grand parade usually ends at about 4 PM, and the street dancers perform their last show at the SRP Grounds in City de Mare. Here, the Sinulog festival’s competition portion with its many prize categories, including the Street Dancing Category, Free Interpretation, and others, will take place.
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This event is frequently broadcast on television, which is good because the complex is frequently too crowded with attendees.
• Join street parties and concerts
In practically every section of Cebu, there will be street parties and live concerts before and after the Sinulog Grand Parade (especially in the evenings). You can catch one of these street parties at 8:00 PM at the Plaza Independencia.
Photo from Careless Music Festival Facebook Page
Thus, you are advised to wear loose clothing, get some face paint, and get ready to down some beer. Most of the people just linger around on the streets while some would go to locations like Mango Square, Baseline, or Fuente Osmeña to have some fun till the wee hours of the next day.
• Catch the fireworks display
The Sinulog Grand Parade in Cebu City is usually concluded with a stunning pyro extravaganza!
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A vibrant fireworks display will be held at 9 PM, but the venue is yet to be announced. The better it will be if you can arrange to stay at a Cebuano or Cebuana friend’s condo with a fantastic view of this region! As an alternative, you can enjoy this amazing spectacle from the ground with terrific viewing.
The Grand Parade, in particular, will be the highlight of the Sinulog 2023 celebrations as it makes a complete return to in-person events. It will undoubtedly be one of the best Sinulog ever, so make sure to have fun!
Foot Locker, the global athletic footwear and apparel retailer, has recently opened its doors in Cebu, at SM Seaside City Cebu. The grand opening of the new store has been highly anticipated by sports enthusiasts, sneakerheads, and fashion enthusiasts alike.
Located at the UG/F Sea View Wing in SM Seaside, the newly opened Foot Locker store covers a total floor area of 1,000 square meters, and features a wide selection of sneakers, athletic apparel, and accessories from various top brands such as Nike, Adidas, Puma, Converse, and more. The store’s design is modern and spacious, with sleek and stylish interiors that enhance the shopping experience.
Foot Locker Cebu is set to become a go-to destination for those who are looking for the latest trends and styles in sports footwear and apparel. The new store offers a fresh and exciting shopping experience.
Foot Locker is a global brand known for its wide selection of high-quality and stylish footwear and apparel. With its presence in Cebu, the brand is set to cater to the growing demand for athletic wear and trendy sneakers in the city.
The store’s commitment to providing exceptional customer service and high quality products will surely make a mark in Cebu’s retail landscape.
Everybody is definitely hyped up for the upcoming Wavy Baby Music Festival. With an elite lineup of musical artists, festival goers cannot wait to vibe and have fun in the Philippines’ biggest music festival yet.
Photo from Wavy Baby Music Festival Facebook Page
But wait, there’s more- different local artists are also going to take part in the festival as they share their sick beats and amazing music to everyone.
Sugbo PH had the awesome opportunity to interview three proud Bisaya artists that are ready to take on the Wavy Baby stage and the international scene.
Get Wavy with Jolianne, Massiah, and Augustwahh
Careless Music artists Jolianne, Massiah, and Augustwahh will be taking over the Wavy Baby stage with their own twist and ignite the proud hearts of the Bisaya people. As they grow with Careless Music, these artists are sure to elevate the notion that Bisaya people are total performers.
Let’s get to know Jolianne, Massiah, and Augustwahh and their music journey.
Meet Jolianne
You’ve heard people say that everyone from Cebu can sing, and this girl brings that to a whole new level.
Meet Cebu’s pride, Jolianne Salvado who was born and raised in the Queen City of the South. This sweet girl is a monster on stage and is elevating her career internationally. She has been singing ever since she was young and her singing career started when she auditioned for the voice kids when she was 11 years old.
During the interview, Jolianne told Sugbo PH that her musical influences are Mariah Carey and Celine Dion. Musical talent and singing definitely runs in the family as she also mentioned that her mom is also a singer. The artist also looks up to Ariana Grande as she considers herself a ‘pop girl at heart’.
The young artists started opening for Cebu concerts. However, her projects were shelved when the pandemic struck but that did not stop her from dominating the music scene. She released all her songs during the pandemic, and people started noticing her music. One thing led to another; Careless Music discovered and signed her.
Jolianne was even included in Blackpink Lisa’s “Dope AF’ spotify playlist. The famous Kpop artist included Jolianne’s ‘Sublime; in the playlist, a song that highlights her amazing vocals.
According to Jolianne, she feels happy to represent Cebu and she sees it as an exciting challenge.
Make way for Massiah
Proudly from Dumaguete, Massiah is taking over the rap scene of the Philippine music industry. With his sick beats and powerful rhythm, Massiah is definitely showcasing raw talent.
But before being one of Careless music’s artist, Massiah started of by creating rap when he was young. He started by actually making youtube beats. Suddenly, a friend of his invited him to perform in Mango Avenue and thats how his first show kickstarted. Massiah met different local artists and from then on he continued writing and making music.
His hardwork definitely paid off as Careless discovered him in 2018. Since then he released mix tapes and was even one of the people who worked on Nadine Lustre’s album. He also did a song with James Reid entitled Experience.
There are not a lot of Dumaguete musical artists and Massiah feels happy to be one of the few who brings pride to his hometown. He is glad that he represents Bisaya artists as well. He does feel pressure but as he enthusiastically said, “We just gotta do it!”.
Massiah’s musical influences are diverse and he does like diversity when it comes to music. According to the rapper, his musical influences are Pharell Williams, the Neptunes, and Usher. He also mentioned the band ‘Gorillaz’ because of his love for cartoons.
Massiah’s passion for his music and craft is very evident as to how he talks about being an artist and you can definitely see how excited he is to elevate the music scene.
Vibe with Augustwahh
Hailing from General Santos City, Augustwahh is Careless Music’s newest artist. The artist is laid back and chill, but when it comes to her performances? She definitely sets the stage ablaze.
Augustwahh’s musical journey started when she was a kid. According to her, she was discovered by her father. Music has become a huge part of her life as her dad decided to make a music room in their house when she was young. Every day after school, she would practice songs.
Her music career elevated after moving to Manila for college. Augustwahh chose to take up a music program in Benilde and despite it being a rushed decision, she started getting into music even more as she joined bands during her college days.
Just like many artists, Augustwahh experienced down moments. The artist decided to quit music and did it for a year. But her love for music did not let her just sit and quit totally, she was able to bounce back as she realized that she really did like to make music and it is the love of her life.
She turned her thoughts into poems, and the poems turned into songs with the right melody and beat. One thing led to another, Augustwahh’s musical career kicked off, and she is now part of Careless Music.
Growing up, Augustwahh’s musical influences were from a variety of different artists just as Whitney Houston, Barbra Streisand, Lauren Hill, and Minnie Riperton.
Augustwahh feels so proud because she makes people from her hometown proud. She also said that it feels really cool to be one of the first musical artists from Gensan to make waves locally and internationally.
Ze Ocean and Samokan are just two of the many songs the artist released as she elevates the Filipino Music scene.
Growth as Careless Music Artists
Jolianne, Massiah, and Augustwahh all have the same sentiments when it comes to being artists at Careless Music. The three of them are very much thankful to be surrounded by people who support each other.
As per Jolianne, she is very happy because she was able to make the right connections with Careless as she gets to work with creatives that have the same passion as her. Massiah also expressed how thankful he is because he gained so much perspective. And Augustwahh is also grateful for the sense of community they have at Careless. She also highlighted how people with different personalities, age range, and styles come together to see different perspectives that challenge artists in a good way.
Waby Baby Domination
Catch Jolianne, Massiah, and Augustwahh during the Wavy Baby Music Festival.
Jolianne and Massiah hinted that they will perform unreleased songs and feature different tracks from their albums that will surely showcase the different phases of their music career. And, of course, get ready to dance, vibe, sing, and have fun with Augustwahh as she brings energy on stage and definitely pop off.
Bisaya na pud! Make sure to witness fire performances from Jolianne, Massiah, and Augustwahh as they proudly raise our flag and take over the stage, the Bisaya way.
To learn more about the Wavy Baby Music Festival on January 13-14, including the ticket prices and where to buy them, check out our other article here.
It is inevitable for Cebuanos to keep dominating the food scene here in the Philippines. From your friendly neighborhood kwek-kwek carts to the nearest malls, Cebuanos can really pique your palate everywhere.
While others find their fancy in posh restaurants, others also opt for an al fresco dining experience. Especially during these times, outdoor dining is safe.
Hence, if you’re looking for a BBQ dining experience, Chixboy has got you covered.
Chixboy offers you the one of the best Cebuano gastronomic experience ‘in the bukid.’ Yes, you read it right! If you’re from the uplands of Cebu, you need not to fret! You can get your Cebuano fix meals from Chixboy.
With their delectable choices of Cebuano grilled dishes, they are looking to satisfy everyone with the familiar palate of Cebuano experience. Not to mention, piquing our attention with their innovative offerings of other dishes nonetheless.
What are you waiting for? Satisfy your cravings now and dine-in with a magnificent view.
Exact Location: Busay, Cebu City (near Temple of Leah) — 15-20 minutes away from JY Square or the main road
BY HABAL-HABAL: Ride a motorbike (max of 2 persons per bike), near or surrounding from JY Square Mall in Lahug. It would cost only ₱100 per head per way – ₱150 for 2 people. You may need to pay more and schedule ahead if you want a ride back from the city. Inform the driver to drop you off at the new Chixboy Restaurant (few meters away from Temple of Leah, or show him the map below).
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps, and search for “Chixboy” in Busay. Parking space is available. This is the best option, if you want to have peace of mind and not worry about your way back home. The road is concrete and well-maintained, but a bit steep so it’s safe to bring your own car.
This year, the entire city of Cebu will take part in the renowned Sinulog Festival, after a two-year break brought on by the COVID-19 epidemic. The Sinulog Foundation, with assistance from the City Government of Cebu, established a full program of activities and significant events for Sinulog 2023.
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However, if you are unable to see the Sinulog Grand Parade or other festival events because of high traffic or for other reasons, you can still see the event through these web channels and news organizations that offer online coverage of the celebration.
1. Sinulog Foundation Inc.
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As one of the biggest and most vibrant celebrations in the Philippines, the Sinulog festival requires a lot of planning and preparation to be successful each year. It also features some of the nation’s most vibrant pomp and pageantry displays.
Thus, the Sinulog Foundation Inc. was established to guarantee its annual success, given the majesty and considerable labor necessary for it.
MyTV is a local digital channel that offers interesting and educational programming on a variety of subjects, including politics, current events, health, lifestyle, and lifestyle choices.
SunStar Cebu is a community newspaper in Cebu City, Philippines. The leading daily in Metro Cebu and the province of Cebu, it is the flagship publication of the SunStar network of publications.
DYLA (909 AM) is a radio station owned and operated by Vimcontu Broadcasting Corporation, the broadcast arm of the Visayas-Mindanao Confederation of Trade Unions. DYLA has chronicled the history of the Visayas and Mindanao as a news and public affairs radio program.
It has constantly been considered one of the most important media outlets when it comes to influencing public opinion on current topics because it lives up to its mission as a news and public affairs radio program.
Pit Senyor! Ready to make your way to the city for the upcoming Sinulog? You better be, since it’s only a few days left before the event is celebrated at the heart of Cebu. Prepare to be mesmerized by the performers as they dance to the beat of drums, trumpets, and native gongs while wearing vibrantly colored costumes!
Photo from Basilica Minore del Santo Niño de Cebu Facebook Page
But before you head on and dive into the festivity, it’s worth knowing what things you need to expect this Sinulog weekend.
• January 13, 2023
4:00 AM – Walk with Mary (starting from Our Lady of Guadalupe Church)
5:30 AM – Traslacion: Cebu City to Mandaue City
9:00 AM – Grand Orientation for All Sinulog 2023 Contestants (at Cebu City Hall)
6:00 PM – Cultural Show at Fuente Osmeña
6:00 PM – Mayor’s Night
7:00 PM – Sinulog Festival Queen Coronation Night (at Cebu City Sports Center)
8:00 PM – SMB Night at Fuente Osmeña
8:00 PM – Mr. DIY Night at Place Independencia
Photo from Merx Mercado
• January 14, 2023
6:00 AM – Fluvial Parade at CCLEX Bridge
9:00 AM – Reenactment of the Planting of the Cross, First Mass, Baptism, & Wedding at the Basilica del Santo Niño
2:00 PM – Solemn Foot Procession (starts at the Basilica del Santo Niño)
8:00 PM – Coke Studio Night at Plaza Independencia
Photo from Merx Mercado
• January 15, 2023
4:00 AM – Mañanita Mass at the Basilica del Santo Niño
5:00 AM – Pontifical Mass by his presence, Most Rev. Jose S. Palma, at the Basilica del Santo Niño
8:00 AM – Sinulog Fiesta Day Holy Mass Celebration at City di Mare-SRP
9:00 AM – Sinulog 2023 Grand Parade at City di Mare-SRP
7:00 PM – Sinulog Grand Finale & Grand Fireworks at City di Mare-SRP
You should not also miss these following concerts when going for the Sinulog weekend!
Photo from Basilica Minore del Santo Niño de Cebu Facebook Page
• CARELESS’ WAVY BABY MUSIC FESTIVAL
The Careless Music Festival, or Wavy Baby Music Festival, will take place on January 13 and 14, 2023, at Mandaue City’s North Reclamation Area. SUMNI, PINK SWEAT$, The Rose, Destiny Rogers, bagraiders, DJ Yultron, James Reid, SOS, August Wahh, Ben&Ben, December Avenue, Lesha, Urbandub, Franco, Massiah, The Sundown, and more artists will be included in the first edition.
Photo from Careless Music Manila Facebook Page
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When: January 13-14, 2023
Who: Sunmi, Pink Sweat$, The Rose, Destiny Rogers, Bag Raiders, DJ Yultron, Ben&Ben, December Avenue, Franco, A-Team, Issa, SOS, August Wahh, Lesha, Jolianne, Massiah, The Sundown, Mandaue Nights, Sepiatimes, Three Legged Men, Wonggoys
Where: Marreco Lot, North Reclamation Area, Mandaue City
Ticket Price:
Gen. Ad – ₱4,260 (2-days pass), ₱2,770 (1-day pass)
The Verve Sinulog Festival was supposed to take place on January 7 but was moved to January 13 because it had to give way to another event. However, what makes it different from other festivals is that it includes a one (1) year Accidental Insurance insurance from InLife with the festival tickets, making it the “safest music festival in the country.” That is one worry-free way to have fun!
Photo from Verve Music Festival Facebook Page
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When: January 13, 2023
Who: Ace Banzuelo, John Roa, Cookie$, Range; Wonggoys, Oh! Caraga, Flirt, DJs Victor Jao, Via Chan, Toffi Jamiro, and Renzo. The event will also feature one of the Top 100 DJ’S in the world – Will Sparks together with the Australian DJ Brooklyn as the supporting artist.
The Sinulog Music Festival, a three-day extravaganza with a Woodstock theme, will take place from January 13–15, 2023. A 10-hour music dance will follow a 40-hour marathon of music spanning a variety of genres and musicians. After a two-year pause due to the epidemic, it seeks to revive Sinulog in the Cebuano style.
Photo from Sinulog Music Festival Facebook Page
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When: January 13-15, 2023
Who: Gloc-9, Quino, Shanti Dope, Chocolate Factory, Roots of Mine, Tubero, The Farmer, Kadangyan, Kate Jagdon, Ron Poe, Luane, Winston Lee, Ed Delarmente, Charlz, Juan Pablo, Lovely Alivio, Dane Paden, Louie Nebria, Gudavibes, MC Lemuel, Mak G, AJ Laranas, Island Boys, and performances from local bands and artists with live sets from DJs/MCs.
Only two days away before we get our groove on at one of the biggest music festivals for Sinulog 2023, Wavy Baby. Much to everyone’s excitement, the lineup is a powerhouse of musically talented people.
Photo from Wavy Baby Music Festival Facebook Page
Aside from international artists, there are also local musicians that will set the stage ablaze.
Get Wavy with different Local Artists
Wavy Baby is very much sealing the deal with an all-star local lineup that festival-goers will surely love. Prepare your vocal cords as you sing, and probably scream your favorite songs from your favorite bands and artists.
Wavy Baby released their official lineup of Local artists such as Careless Music’s very own James Reid, AugustWahh, ISSA, Lesha, Jolianne, the A-Team, and Massiah. Get ready to also fall in love or break your hearts with two of the hottest bands in the Philippines- Ben&Ben and December Avenue. Of course, there will be the presence of one of the OG Filipino bands, Franco.
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There will also be performances by hit artists such as Denise Julia, Motherbasss, SOS, and Very Done Djs!
Of course, the lineup is not complete without proud Bisaya performers. Get keen on performances by Cookie$, UrbandDub, the Sundown, Mandaue Nights, Sepia Times, Three Legged Men, and Wonggoys
Wavy Baby turns up the music in Cebu on January 13 to 14. The festival is definitely going to be lit with the official lineup of local artists and we are all here for it!
Heads up, Festival Goers! Here are the latest updates for Sinulog 2023.
Liquor Ban: No booze during the festival celebration
A liquor ban has been imposed in Cebu City at the Sinulog 2023 Festival site. Drinking and selling alcoholic beverages will be prohibited on January 15th. This announcement was made by Mayor Michael Rama last January 8.
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The liquor ban will only cover the places going to SRP during the entire duration of the festival. However, hotels and other private establishments that are within the area of coverage are exempted from the ban.
No Parties on the streets
Street parties are one of the things that people are looking forward to during the festival however, it is not happening this year due to safety measures.
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According to the secretary of City Mayor Michael Rama, Lawyer Collin Rosell, street parties are prohibited for the whole city. The Mayor’s office is working closely with the Cebu City office to ensure that no one will violate his directive.
Updates on Signal Jam for Sinulog
The Police Regional Office in Central Visayas sent a request to the National Telecommunication Commission in order for a signal jam to be implemented. NTC released a memo that approved the signal jams from January 14 to January 15, 2023.
NO LIQUOR, NO SIGNAL JAM FOR SINULOG 2023
Cebu City Mayor Mike Rama told reporters on Sunday evening, January 8 that there will be a liquor ban at the South Road Properties during the Sinulog festival celebration on January 15 and no signal jamming for that day. @rapplerdotcompic.twitter.com/OoYRK6EYA6
Despite the approval from NTC, Mayor Michael Rama still asks PRO-7 to reconsider the signal jam during the Sinulog Grand Parade. In an interview, last January 10, 2023, the mayor reiterated his formal announcement that said, “No Signal Jamming and no Signal cutting off”.
City Councilor Joel Garganera also aired his sentiments regarding the signal shutdown. According to Garganera, it will result in a disservice to the public.
Mayor Mike Rama signed Directive No. 01072023-01 last January 8, 2023. The directive encompasses the protocols for the duration of Sinulog 2023.
