Undas 2026 guide: Cemetery schedules, road closures, and other advisories to remember
With thousands expected to visit cemeteries for Undas, local authorities have announced traffic schemes, parking rules, and other measures to manage crowds and keep cemetery visits orderly.
If you're going out this weekend to visit your departed loved ones, here are the schedules, road closures, and some reminders you should keep in mind so you can plan your trips accordingly:
Cemetery schedules
Below are the cemetery schedules across Metro Manila:
Manila North Cemetery
Oct. 29 to Nov. 2, from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. Regular hours will resume on Nov. 3.
Manila South Cemetery
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Oct. 31 to Nov. 2, from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Note that from Oct. 29 to Nov. 2, all kinds of vehicles, including motor, e-bike, e-trike, scooter, bicycle, and monocycle, are prohibited inside the cemetery.
Garden of Life Memorial Park
- Oct. 30 to Nov. 1 - 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Nov. 2 - 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Pasig City Cemetery
- Oct. 31 - 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Nov. 1 – 24 hours
- Nov. 2 – 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
San Juan City Cemetery
6 a.m. to 12 a.m. from Oct. 26 to Nov. 2.
Libingan ng mga Bayani
- Oct. 28 to 31, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Nov. 1 – 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Nov. 2 - 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Heritage Memorial Park
- Oct. 28 to 31 - 6 am to 6 pm
- Nov. 1 from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Nov. 2 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Taguig City Public Cemetery
- Oct. 28 to 31 - 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Nov. 1 to 2 - 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Serenity Hills Memorial Park
- Oct. 29 and 30 and Nov. 2 - 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Manila Memorial Park
- Oct. 30 – 6 a.m. onwards
- Oct. 31 to Nov. 1 – 24 hours
- Nov. 2 – until 12 a.m.
Loyola Memorial Park in Parañaque
- Oct. 30 to Nov. 1 – 24 hours
- Nov. 2 – 6 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Parañaque Catholic Cemetery
- Oct. 30 – 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Oct. 31 to Nov. 1 – 6 a.m. to 12 a.m.
- Nov. 2 – 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Mutinlupa City Public Cemetery
Oct. 31 to Nov. 1 - 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Note that prohibited items in cemeteries include firearms, sharp objects such as knives, cutters, and spatulas, and alcoholic beverages. Guitars, speakers, and other loud sound systems are also not allowed. Flammable substances, such as alcohol and paint thinner, as well as gambling activities and pets, are likewise prohibited. Please check with your local cemetery for specific rules and guidelines.
Road closures
Manila
Several roads in Manila will be closed from 10 p.m. on Oct. 30 to 7 p.m. on Nov. 3:
- Blumentritt Street, from A. Bonifacio Avenue to Aurora Boulevard
- Dimasalang Street to Retiro Street, from Retiro Street to Calavite Street
- Maceda Street, from Makiling Street to Dimasalang Street
- Northbound lane of Dimasalang Bridge
- Aurora Boulevard corner Leonor Rivera Street
- Blumentritt Road corner Leonor Rivera Street
Rerouting Routes:
- Vehicles from Dimasalang Road heading to Blumentritt Road must turn right onto Simoun Street.
- Vehicles from Quezon City using A. Bonifacio Avenue must turn left onto Labo Street.
- Vehicles from Maceda Street heading to Dimasalang or Retiro Street must turn right onto Simoun Street.
- Vehicles from Aurora Boulevard heading to Dimasalang Street must turn right onto Leonor Rivera Street.
- Vehicles from Blumentritt Road heading to Aurora Boulevard must turn right onto Leonor Rivera Street.
Designated Parking Areas:
- P. Guevarra Street, from Blumentritt Road to Aurora Boulevard
- Felix Huertas Street, from Blumentritt Road to Aurora Boulevard
- Oroquieta Street, from Blumentritt Road to Aurora Boulevard
Caloocan
To ensure smooth traffic flow during the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, the following roads near cemeteries in Caloocan City will be temporarily closed. The Public Safety and Traffic Management Department will also implement traffic rerouting schemes.
North Caloocan
Tala Cemetery
- Kaagapay Road corner
- Luwalhati Street
- Bagumbong Road
- Langit Road corner Luwalhati Street
Bagbaguin Cemetery
- General Luis corner cemetery pathway
Forest Park Memorial
- Equitable
- Bankers Drive
- Citizens Avenue
- Far E Avenue
South Caloocan
Sangandaan Cemetery
- A. Mabini corner M.H. del Pilar (Sangandaan Junction)
La Loma Cemetery
- C3 corner B. Serrano to C3 8th Street
PSTMD personnel are ready to assist motorists, guide traffic, and help ensure the safety of cemetery visitors during the observance.
Pasig
C. Raymundo Avenue will be limited to northbound traffic from E. Angeles Street to Mercedes Avenue. Motorists are advised to use Stella Maris Street and Dr. Sixto Antonio Avenue as alternative routes.
Makati
Makati will be under a no-fly zone for drones and other unmanned aerial vehicles from October 30 to November 2.
Pasay
A one-way traffic scheme will be in effect along Arnaiz Avenue eastbound from October 31 to November 2. Motorists heading westbound are advised to take Edison Street instead.
Pasay City Public Cemetery designated parking areas:
- West side of Aurora Blvd. (Tramo) — From Legazpi Street to Don Carlos Revilla Street.
- East side of Aurora Blvd. (Tramo) — From the Post Office to Five Star Terminal.
Roman Catholic Cemetery designated parking areas
- Parking allowed: South side of Arnaiz Avenue, from Tramo to Hidalgo Street.
- No parking: Opposite side of Arnaiz Avenue, from Hidalgo Street to M. Dela Cruz Street.
NAIA gears up for Undas 2026
The New NAIA Infra Corp. said that it will deploy additional personnel, strengthen security, and provide passenger assistance during peak periods. A 24-hour Command Center at Terminal 2 will coordinate airport operations, incident response, and coordination with airlines, transport providers, and government agencies.
It added that it will increase police patrols, screening, and access controls, while keeping 24-hour assistance desks at Terminals 1, 2, and 3. Immigration and customs counters will be adjusted to passenger demand.
Traffic marshals, additional porters, and shuttle services will help manage congestion. NNIC will also coordinate aircraft parking and keep medical, fire, safety, engineering, and technical teams on duty throughout the Undas travel period.
If you have a flight, it is advised to arrive at least three hours before international flights and two hours before domestic flights, check flight status and terminal assignments, and allow extra time for traffic and security checks.
The management also reminded that you should check in online when available, prepare travel documents, and follow baggage rules. Those traveling overseas should accomplish their eTravels within 72 hours before departure or arrival. Registration is free via the official eTravel platform or eGovPH app.
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