Sinulog is held in celebration of one of the country’s most famous historic relics: the Santo Niño de Cebú. This was the statue of the baby Jesus that was handed to the Rajah Humabon of Cebu by the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan in 1521. This was one of the most important events in the religious history of the Philippines as it paved the way for the birth of Christianity in the country.

Sinulog comes from the Cebuano word “sulog” which means “like water current movement” which depicts the forward-backward step of Sinulog dance.

The festival was first held in 1980 and continues to this day. The Grand Street Parade which is the focal event for Sinulog normally starts on the third Sunday of January at around 8 or 9 in the morning. The parade includes many groups of dancers wearing unique and vibrant costumes that represent the creativity of each region. This parade is considered the most colorful festival in Asia.

There are also many activities held in Cebu in the evening such as face painting, beer shower, enjoying delicious food and watching fireworks.

According to Wikipedia and guidetothephilippines.ph