In the end of January, the city holds the most spectacular event called Sinulog Festival. It is celebrated for a week. During this occasion, citizen participates in dance and ritual parades. The holy image of Santa Nino is carried by a procession during this festival.
The month of February hosts festivals like Cebu Charter Day Celebration and Cebu International Furniture & Furnishing Exhibition. Other significant festivals and events that are celebrated in Cebu include:
- Grand Parade
- Mactan Channel
- Tartanilla Festival
- Sinulog Mardi Gras
- Dawn Fluvial Parade
- Twilight Street Party
- Christmas Food Street Festival
- Fruits & Vegetables Festival at City Hall ground


