Feast of the Black Nazarene

Feast of the Black Nazarene
Traslación of the Black Nazarene, 2024
Also calledTraslación del Nazareno
Observed byManila, Philippines
Liturgical colorGranate (maroon), Púrpura (purple), Amarillo (yellow)
TypeCultural, Religious (Catholic)
SignificanceTransfer of the image of Black Nazarene, which is believed to be miraculous by devotees, to Quiapo Church
ObservancesProcession of the Black Nazarene (Traslación), Mass attendance, prayers
DateJanuary 9
Next timeJanuary 9, 2025 (2025-01-09)
FrequencyAnnual
First time1787; 237 years ago (1787)
Related toGood Friday

The Feast of the Black Nazarene (Filipino: Pista ng Itím na Nazareno), also known as the Traslación after the mass procession associated with the feast, is a religious festival held in Manila, Philippines that is centered around the Black Nazarene, an image of Jesus Christ. It is celebrated annually on January 9.