National Parks Development Committee
An attached agency of the Department of Tourism in charge of managing Rizal Park Luneta and Paco Park in Manila.
04/09/2026
This September, honor service, celebrate our heritage, and witness Filipino excellence in motion. π΅π
The Changing of the Guard Ceremony and Silent Drill Exhibition will once again showcase the precision, discipline, and teamwork of the Philippine Marine Corps (PMC).
Join us for a tradition that brings together public service, Filipino culture, and the spirit of excellence.
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6 September 2026 (Sunday)
π 4:00 PM
π Rizal Monument, Rizal Park Luneta
π FREE and OPEN to the public
Bring your family and friends and experience a ceremony and an exhibition that continue to embody the values of .
See you at Rizal Park Luneta! π΅π
03/09/2026
π’NEW SCHEDULE ALERT!
From the grace of classical ballet to the beautiful melodies of Filipino music πΆπ©°
Join us this Saturday at Concert at the Park for βPistahan sa Nayon,β featuring the future ballerinas from the Vella C. Damian School of Ballet, Inc.
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5 September 2026 (Saturday)
π 5:30 p.m.
π Open-Air Auditorium, Rizal Park Luneta
π€ Host: Ms. Vella C. Damian
π« Admission is FREE!
See you there!
Every visit to Rizal Park Luneta and Paco Park is made possible by the dedicated individuals working tirelessly behind the scenes.
From the security personnel who welcome visitors with a smile, to the maintenance teams who keep the park safe and ready each day, and to the office personnel who support daily operations, every role plays a vital part in creating a place where everyone can feel at home. π‘
This is PARKPeople, a glimpse into the dedication, passion, and commitment of the people who proudly serve our parks and every visitor.
To everyone who works every single day to keep Rizal Park Luneta and Paco Park welcoming for all. π
01/09/2026
β¨ September at Rizal Park Luneta is a celebration of service, tourism, and Filipino creativity!
As we observe the 126th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary, National Tourism Month, Philippine Creative Industries Month, and Maritime and Archipelagic Nation Awareness Month, Rizal Park Luneta continues to be a space where people, culture, history, and creativity come together. π΅ππΏ
From meaningful ceremonies and history walks to live concerts and dance festivals, discover a full lineup of events and activities designed to inspire and ignite your creativity!
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Check out our September 2026 Events & Activities Calendar and save the dates!
ποΈ Admission is FREE!
Follow the National Parks Development Committee (NPDC) for updates and announcements.
Some heroes are remembered through monuments.
Others through the stories we continue to tell.
This National Heroes Day, we pause and remember the Filipinos whose courage, sacrifice, and service helped shape our nation. π΅π
Ikaw, sino ang bayaning nagbibigay-inspirasyon sa βyo?
30/08/2026
π’ PUBLIC ADVISORY
Due to the Southwest Monsoon affecting Luzon and Visayas, the following events scheduled on 30 August 2026 (Sunday) are POSTPONED to later dates:
-Changing of the Guard Ceremony and Silent Drill Exhibition (rescheduled on 6 September 2026)
-Concert at the Park featuring the Vella C. Damian School of Ballet, Inc. (rescheduled on 5 September 2026)
Meanwhile, both Rizal Park Luneta and Paco Park will remain open to the public with the following operating hours:
π Rizal Park Luneta: 5:00 a.m. β 10:00 p.m.
π Paco Park: 6:00 a.m. β 6:30 p.m.
Stay safe and dry, everyone!
26/08/2026
From our islands to our seas, the Filipino spirit waves proudly π
Join us in honoring the Philippine flag at the Stop and Salute Flag Raising Ceremony, in celebration of Maritime and Archipelagic Nation Awareness Month and Tourism Month π΅π
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7 September 2026 (Monday)
β° 8:00 AM
π Independence Flagpole, Rizal Park Luneta
Together, let us celebrate our identity as an archipelagic nation.
This event is open to the public. See you there, mga kababayan!
25/08/2026
If you guessed forget-me-not, youβre spot on! π
Did you get it right? Tell us in the comments!
When you take a stroll through the park, take a moment to admire these year-round blooms for yourself. Stay tuned for our next PARKpedia feature!
25/08/2026
The National Parks Development Committee (NPDC) is hiring a Park Nurse! π΅π
NPDC strongly encourages all interested and qualified applicants to apply, including persons with disabilities (PWDs) and members of indigenous communities, regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity. π«
Interested and qualified applicants are advised to signify their interest by completing the NPDC Online Job Application Form through the link below and uploading the required documents indicated therein on or before 04 September 2026, Friday:
π https://bit.ly/NPDCJobApplicationForm
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NPDC Offices At The Old Planetarium, Rizal Park Luneta, P. Burgos Street, Manila
Ermita
1000
Opening Hours
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |