Parañaque City celebrated its 28th Cityhood Anniversary with the Grand Sunduan Parade, a vibrant and colorful procession that brought together residents from across the city. The event, held on February 13, 2026, showcased the rich cultural heritage and community spirit that define Parañaque.
The Sunduan Festival is one of Parañaque most anticipated annual celebrations, tracing its roots to the city tradition of communal unity and shared identity. The term sundan means to follow or go together, symbolizing the coming together of Parañaqueños from all walks of life.
The Grand Parade featured colorful floats, street dancing, marching bands, and contingents from various barangays, schools, and organizations across the city. The procession made its way through major roads in Parañaque, with thousands of residents lining the streets to witness the spectacle.
To ensure the smooth flow of the event, the Parañaque City Government implemented road closures along the parade route starting at 3:00 p.m. Motorists were advised to take alternate routes as the celebration transformed the city center into a festive arena.
Mayor Edwin Olivarez led city officials in the celebration, highlighting Parañaque remarkable growth over the past 28 years. From a municipality to a highly urbanized city, Parañaque has become one of Metro Manila key economic and residential hubs.
The cityhood anniversary is a time for every Parañaqueño to take pride in how far our city has come, the mayor remarked. The Sunduan Festival reminds us that we are one community, moving forward together.
The Sunduan Festival and Cityhood Anniversary celebration is part of a broader lineup of activities organized by the city government to foster civic pride and community engagement among residents.
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