The Cultural Center of the Philippines illuminates its iconic façade in vibrant colors in August to commemorate the country’s three major events: Buwan ng Wikang Filipino (National Language Month), ASEAN Month, and National Heroes Day.
The event aims to promote Philippine culture and values through the production and presentation of expressive arts to the broadest public.
This visual spectacle transforms the CCP’s architectural masterpiece into a canvas of light, showcasing the rich tapestry of Filipino culture, the unity of the ASEAN region, and the heroic spirit of the nation. Each evening, the façade is bathed in a dynamic display of colors, patterns, and imagery that reflect the themes of language, culture, regional cooperation, and national pride.
“We are thrilled to celebrate these important occasions by lighting up the CCP façade. This is our way of honoring the Filipino language, fostering greater understanding and collaboration within the ASEAN community, and paying tribute to the heroes who have shaped our nation,’ said CCP president Kaye Tinga.
The colors red, yellow, white and blue take from the colors of the Philippine Flag and the ASEAN Flag. The WIKA in Baybayin text connotes the uniqueness of the Filipino writing system while emphasizing our own language.
The facade lighting, using ETC Lights, 50 and 36 degrees, was a collective effort of the CCP Technical Team, with installation conceptualized by Jericho A. Pagana and executed by Shantie De Roca together with the CCP Gobo Team, composed of Mary Grace Budol and Lucio Tapiru.
The CCP Main Building light show runs until August 31, from 6:30 pm to 10 pm daily, except Mondays.
