LIVE UPDATES: Undas 2026 | Oct. 30

MANILA, Philippines — Preparations for Undas 2026 are in place across the country, with authorities ready to manage the influx of cemetery visitors and travelers heading to their home provinces for All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day. READ: Undas 2026 in Manila: Grave finders, visiting hours, traffic advisories Follow our live updates for the latest on cemetery preparations, traffic conditions, passenger volume, public transport, weather advisories, and safety measures as the country observes Undas. DPWH to close EDSA southbound lanes for repairs on Undas weekend October 30 , 2026 – 06:52 PM Motorists traveling along EDSA southbound will encounter temporary lane closures from Friday night, Oct. 30. Read more Over 99,000 Undas visitors expected at Libingan ng mga Bayani in Taguig October 30 , 2026 – 05:27 PM Those who wish to visit their departed loved ones at Libingan ng mga Bayani in Taguig City for Undas will have to prepare for a large crowd. Read more Cubao bus terminal vendors hit by poor sales despite travel rush October 30 , 2026 – 05:59 PM As more passengers flock to transport terminals on Friday ahead of the Undas break, Yolanda Reynoso and other food vendors Read more Seniors urged to schedule cemetery visit after Undas October 30 , 2026 – 05:28 PM Senior citizens and those with underlying health conditions were advised to consider postponing their cemetery visits until after Undas Read more Gulgol: An Ilocano post-burial ritual for grief, cleansing and healing October 30 , 2026 – 03:46 PM For Ilocano communities across Northern and Central Luzon, mourning does not end with burial. A day after accompanying their departed loved one to their final resting place, bereaved families make their way to a river or the sea to take part in an age-old ritual known as gulgol. Read more October 30 , 2026 06:04 PM LOOK: Eye-catching flower arrangements adorn some tombstones around Manila Memorial Park in Sucat on Friday, in light of the Undas holidays. | @keithcINQ Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/dXRPpiT89z https://t.co/3m2pLzFn94 — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) October 30, 2026 October 30 , 2026 05:43 PM WATCH: Visitors temporarily took shelter after rainfall began at the Manila Memorial Park in Sucat. | @keithcINQ Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/dXRPpiSAk1 https://t.co/m9o5D6ZmfH — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) October 30, 2026 October 30 , 2026 05:29 PM LOOK: PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. arrived at the Victory Liner bus terminal in Cubao, Quezon City to conduct a security inspection this Friday ahead of the Undas 2026 travel rush. | @bellepechayINQ Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/dXRPpiSAk1 https://t.co/Nz6XVRiCaT — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) October 30, 2026 October 30 , 2026 05:21 PM October 30 , 2026 05:11 PM WATCH: NLEX traffic builds up for Undas UPDATE: Traffic is getting heavier at the NLEX Balintawak Toll Plaza as of 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, as motorists head out for Undas. Lines at both cash and RFID lanes are also longer than they were this morning. NLEX AVP for Traffic Operations Robin Ignacio said traffic is expected to get heavier tonight and through Saturday, Nov. 1. | @ChelsyPerezINQ Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/uewLwYg8ZC — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) October 30, 2026 October 30 , 2026 05:11 PM WATCH: NLEX traffic builds up for Undas UPDATE: Traffic is getting heavier at the NLEX Balintawak Toll Plaza as of 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, as motorists head out for Undas. Lines at both cash and RFID lanes are also longer than they were this morning. NLEX AVP for Traffic Operations Robin Ignacio said traffic is expected to get heavier tonight and through Saturday, Nov. 1. | @ChelsyPerezINQ Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/uewLwYg8ZC — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) October 30, 2026 October 30 , 2026 04:37 PM LOOK: Two days before #Undas2026, vendors in Isabela are already selling some components of an ‘atang,’ an Ilocano tradition of preparing food offerings for the dead. Among these are bua (betel nut), gawed (piper leaf), apog (lime powder), and tabako (tobacco). According to the National Museum of the Philippines, an atang is traditionally prepared during Undas and on other occasions when the dead are remembered, including death anniversaries, the 40th day after death, and babang-luksa. An atang typically includes an assortment of native delicacies and food items, such as suman, dudul, linapet, baduya, and patupat or balisongsong—mostly made from glutinous rice—as well as busi (caramelized popped rice), linga (black sesame seeds), sticky rice cooked in coconut milk, uncooked rice grains, and fresh eggs. | @AdrianINQ Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/uewLwYg8ZC — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) October 30, 2026 October 30 , 2026 04:37 PM LOOK: Flower vendors have started selling at Tagbilaran City Square in Bohol ahead of Undas. Popular choices include chrysanthemums, Malaysian mums, roses and anthuriums, sourced from Cebu, Manila, Baguio and China. | @leoudtohanINQ Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/uewLwYg8ZC — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) October 30, 2026 Lingayen Airport to be temporarily closed for Undas – Caap October 30 , 2026 – 03:32 PM The Lingayen Airport in Pangasinan will be temporarily closed from October 31 to November 1 due to the observance of Undas. Read more Don’t keep cremated remains at home – Archdiocese of Manila October 30 , 2026 – 03:03 PM Archdiocese of Manila has reminded Catholics that cremated remains should be laid to rest in a grave, mausoleum or columbarium. Read more Undas 2026: Key reminders for a safe, clean cemetery visit October 30 , 2026 – 02:29 PM As Filipinos visit cemeteries this Undas to remember their departed loved ones, environmental advocates are urging them to reduce waste, while authorities are reminding families to keep children safe, observe fire precautions and prepare for changing weather. Read more Isko Moreno gives reminders for Manila North Cemetery Undas visitors October 30 , 2026 – 02:25 PM Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso on Friday issued reminders to the public, who intend to visit the Manila North Cemetery. Read more Undas 2026: Passengers flock to terminals; cemeteries begin to draw crowds October 30 , 2026 – 02:03 PM While Filipinos begin to observe Undas, passenger volume at transport terminals has picked up as travelers head to their respective provinces Read more Manila Memorial Park in Sucat logs over 16,000 visitors ahead of Undas October 30 , 2026 – 01:47 PM More than 16,000 visitors were recorded at Manila Memorial Park in Sucat on Friday, exceeding the cemetery’s expected count of 15,000. Read more Mla North Cemetery Undas operating hours’ extension to be assessed October 30 , 2026 – 01:40 PM Whether or not the operating hours of the Manila North Cemetery during Undas will be extended will have to be evaluated by Manila government. Read more October 30 , 2026 01:57 PM WATCH: Traffic remains light at the Balintawak Toll Plaza along NLEX as of 1:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30, amid the Undas exodus. Motorists paying in cash experience slight delays, while RFID lanes remain clear. MPTC reminds the motorist to ensure that their RFIDs are enrolled and with loads. Although, there are still offering to install RFIDs at any toll stations, expect minimal delays today as its system is currently down. #Undas2026 | @ChelsyPerezINQ Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/uewLwYgGPa — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) October 30, 2026 October 30 , 2026 01:35 PM WATCH: Fire Senior Superintendent Maria Victoria Brual of the Bureau of Fire Protection reminds passengers of the security measures being implemented at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) as the Undas travel rush nears. #Undas2026 | : @dMorcosoINQ via @bellepechayINQ Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/uewLwYgGPa — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) October 30, 2026 PITX logs over 1 million passengers ahead of Undas 2026 weekend October 30 , 2026 – 11:51 AM Passenger count at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) reached past one million as more Filipinos gear up early Read more WATCH: Flower sales still normal but prices expected to go up on weekend October 30 , 2026 – 11:40 AM Sales of flowers at Dangwa Flower Market remain normal, with no significant surge in demand yet. But prices are expected to increase Read more October 30 , 2026 12:32 PM LOOK: The Caloocan City Public Safety and Traffic Management Department (PSTMD) continues to monitor traffic conditions. Free rides are also being provided for residents heading to cemeteries. Meanwhile, the Caloocan City Police Station (CCPS) and the PSTMD continue to conduct inspections of belongings to prevent prohibited items—such as knives, guns, firecrackers, playing cards, alcohol, illegal drugs, and loud items—from being brought inside cemeteries. #Undas2026 | @dMorcosoINQ Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/uewLwYgGPa — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) October 30, 2026 October 30 , 2026 12:32 PM As families visit cemeteries this #Undas2026 to remember their departed loved ones, observing proper cemetery etiquette helps keep shared spaces clean, safe and respectful. Here are reminders to keep in mind during your visit. Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/uewLwYg8ZC — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) October 30, 2026 5,000 security troops fielded for Undas in Zamboanga Peninsula October 30 , 2026 – 10:55 AM Over 5,000 security personnel and force multipliers were deployed across the Zamboanga Peninsula and Sulu to ensure a peaceful, orderly observance of Undas. Read more Marcos assures safe, convenient travel as PH gears up for Undas 2026 October 30 , 2026 – 11:16 AM President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the government is beefing up transport, security, and emergency response in time for Undas 2026. Read more Dizon inspects Naia T1 ahead of Undas 2026 travel rush October 30 , 2026 – 10:50 AM Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon inspected Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 on Friday as the country’s main gateway Read more October 30 , 2026 10:46 AM LOOK: Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon inspects Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Naia) Terminal 1 on Friday, ahead of the Undas travel rush. Around 1.2 million passengers are expected to pass through Naia during the holiday period, according to Dizon. #Undas2026 | @gabdumalagINQ Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/uewLwYgGPa — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) October 30, 2026 October 30 , 2026 10:46 AM WATCH: Passengers line up at check-in counters at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Naia) Terminal 3 as of 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 30, ahead of the Undas break. Naia logged 436,121 passengers from Oct. 27 to 29, according to the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA), with around 1.2 million expected throughout the holiday period, according to Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon. #Undas2026 | @gabdumalagINQ Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/uewLwYgGPa — Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) October 30, 2026 MMDA: Light to moderate traffic Friday morning ahead of Undas break October 30 , 2026 – 09:20 AM Light to moderate traffic was reported in several parts of Metro Manila as travelers headed to their provinces in time for the Undas Read more Flooded graves, fading traditions: Undas in Hagonoy October 30 , 2026 – 09:25 AM The water reaches past the ankles, swallowing the narrow paths between tombs at the Hagonoy Catholic Cemetery in Bulacan. Read more LOOK: Aquino family tomb draws visitors ahead of Undas October 30 , 2026 – 09:09 AM Flower arrangements were seen at the Aquino family mausoleum at Manila Memorial Park-Sucat in Parañaque City on Friday, ahead of the Undas. Read more Remembering the desaparecidos during Undas October 30 , 2026 – 08:00 AM Lawyer Dennis Gorecho discusses remembring the desaparecidos during this time of the Undas or Kalag-Kalag in the Visayas/ Read more Rain, cloudy skies may affect Undas travelers on Friday October 30 , 2026 – 07:48 AM Partly cloudy skies and rain brought by several weather systems may affect travelers on Friday ahead of Undas 2026, Pagasa said. Read more Respect Sagada’s tradition for the dead, tourists told October 30 , 2026 – 05:02 AM Tourists usually flock to Sagada cemeteries on Nov. 1 and Nov. 2 to witness families gather around the tombs to light fatwood Read more LIST: Road closures near Manila North Cemetery Friday, Oct. 30 October 29 , 2026 – 09:52 PM Several roads near or leading to Manila North Cemetery in Santa Cruz, Manila will be closed starting Friday, Oct. 30, in time for Undas 2026. Read more WALANG PASOK: Class suspensions in several areas on Oct. 30 October 29 , 2026 – 09:14 PM Several local governments have suspended face-to-face classes or shifted to asynchronous learning on Friday, Oct. 30. Read more The post LIVE UPDATES: Undas 2026 | Oct. 30 appeared first on Inquirer.net .