The Filipino-Chinese community in Kalibo, Aklan celebrated Chinese New Year through a lion dance, the lighting of firecrackers, selling of the traditional “tikoy” (Chinese New Year cake made of glutinous rice flour), among others.

Aside from this, an exhibit on photographs of the Filipino-Chinese community was also held.

In Roxas City, Capiz, the Chinese New Year is greeted through a colorful lion and dragon dance on February 16, 2026.

A cooking competition, cultural exchange, grand parade, fireworks display, and other activities were held.

In Iloilo City, lucky charms for the Year of the Fire Horse are bestsellers.

To invite good luck in money matters and auspiciousness in business, there is the "piyao" or money catcher bracelet, the money tree, and the koi figurine.

Others seeking wellness both physically and in their lovelife found an assortment of lucky charms available.

“Sa mga naniniwala, pandagdag nila sa swerte upang maging magaan ang buhay nila. Ngunit dapat kung may lucky charm ka, samahan mo ng sipag at tiyaga para more pa ang blessings,” said Jinky Catague, a businesswoman.

For individuals who believe in feng shui, lucky charms are considered of help in guiding life choices and decisions.

In Bacolod City, the Yuan Thong Temple is opened to the public on February 17, 2026. Its red and gold decorations symbolize joy and positivity.

“Whether you are a Chinese, a pure Filipino, Catholic ka man or any other religion, very welcome ka sa temple,” said Rheyan Esgana, spokesperson of Yuan Thong Temple.

The temple is also open to individuals who seek for a place to pray.

A few visitors were seen offering food and fruits.

A temple guest said she prays for her mother who is battling the Big C. 

“Good health for my family especially for my mom. She has cancer, I wish she can go back to her normal life,” Rachele Ng, a temple visitor, said.

The highlights of the Bacolaodiat Festival in the city is set on February 21 which will feature a lantern dance competition and cultural performances.