San Fernando dubbed `` Christmas Capital of the Philippines '' for its Giant Lantern Festival . The festival is held every year on December 25 and attracts thousands from all over the country to celebrate with family and friends in a festive atmosphere. Smaller , mass-produced 'parul sampernandus ' can be found hanging outside homes all over the Philippines .
San Fernando dubbed `` Christmas Capital of the Philippines '' for its Giant Lantern Festival . A giant parol -- Christmas lantern -- costs around US $ 11,300-15,820 to build . Smaller , mass-produced 'parul sampernandus ' can be found hanging outside homes all over the Philippines .