National Parks Development Committee

03/06/2026

𝐒𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐒. These are the sweet rewards of a Japanese melon harvest at the Urban Garden of Rizal Park Luneta earlier today.

Leading the Japanese melon harvest are representatives from the Department of Agriculture, the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI), the National Urban and Peri-Urban Agriculture Program (NUPAP), the National Parks Development Committee (NPDC), DENSO Philippines Corporation, and urban farmers from Taguig and Quezon City, with the presence of Manila City Mayor “Isko Moreno.”

Come visit the Urban Garden and discover how it continues to grow knowledge, innovation, and opportunities for urban agriculture.

02/06/2026

The National Parks Development Committee is joining the Kalayaan Government Programs and Services event this weekend! 🇵🇭

Visit our booth near Tahanang Teodora Alonso, Rizal Park Luneta, this Saturday and Sunday (6 and 7 June 2026) from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Join our activities, have fun, and win exciting prizes! 🥳
📸 Photos for Pothos: Take a photo at our booth or around the park, tag us, and take home a Pothos plant!
🍧 Give Feedback, Get Food Back: Fill out our feedback form or share your thoughts on the Suggestion Wall to enjoy a free serving of taho or sorbetes!
🎐 Stamp Rally - Fan of Rizal: Explore the park and get your postcard stamped to claim a limited-edition bamboo fan!

💬 Kuwentong Kalayaan: Head over to the Event Stage on Saturday (6 June 2026) at 2:00 p.m. Immerse yourself in a meaningful conversation as our Park Operations Superintendent II, Forester Beo Raven Bensurto talks about “A Greener Horizon: Reimagining Urban Parks and Public Spaces Together.”

See you at the NPDC Kalayaan Booth! 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

01/06/2026

The National Parks Development Committee joins the colorful celebration of Pride Month 🌈

At Rizal Park Luneta and Paco Park, we continue to create safe spaces where everyone is free to express themselves with pride, dignity, and respect.

Together, let us celebrate diversity and build a more inclusive community for all 💖✨

01/06/2026

Ngayong Hunyo, sama-sama nating ipagdiwang ang diwa ng kalayaan at pagmamahal sa bayan! 🇵🇭

Join us this month at Rizal Park Luneta as we commemorate Independence Day, honor the legacy of Dr. Jose Rizal and our national heroes, witness inspiring civic and cultural activities, and enjoy vibrant concerts and other special programs.

Check out our June 2026 Calendar of Events and Activities, and be part of these meaningful celebrations throughout the month 🇵🇭

Admission is FREE! 🎟️

29/05/2026

Welcome to the Philippines, Smurfs! Thank you for making Rizal Park Luneta your first stop!

Get ready for more smurftastic adventures coming your way!

29/05/2026

Come and join us as we culminate the National Heritage Month celebration with "Santacruz de Mayo" on 31 May 2026 at Rizal Park Luneta, spearheaded by the Filipino Heritage Festival Inc. ✨️🌸

Come & watch Santacruz De Mayo at Rizal Park Open Air Auditorium on May 31, 2026, 4:00 PM.

This event is free to the public.

28/05/2026

The celebration of the National Flag Days at Rizal Park Luneta commenced earlier this morning, 28 May 2026, with the Stop and Salute Flag Raising Ceremony 🇵🇭

The ceremony was attended by the National Parks Development Committee, Salute to a Clean Flag Movement, Pronove Tai International Property Consultants, Armed Forces of the Philippines, National Historical Commission of the Philippines, Amber Golden Chain of Restaurants, Corp., 1Kwentista (descendants of Emilio Jacinto), descendants of Delfina Herbosa, Marcela and Lorenza Agoncillo (the Filipino women who sewed the Philippine flag), descendants of Jose Rizal, descendants of Maria Orosa, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, Technological University of the Philippines, Kabataan sa Kartilya ng Katipunan, Nilad Community, Manileños for Heritage, Urban Sketchers Manila, and representatives from the private and public sector.

This National Flag Day, we honor the quiet everyday contributions of all Filipinos working to build a better nation.

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Photos under the flag may be accessed here: https://shorturl.at/8TVbD

27/05/2026

See you tomorrow at the Stop and Salute Flag Raising Ceremony, in celebration of National Flag Day 🇵🇭

📅 28 May 2026 (Thursday)
⏰ 8:00 a.m.
📍 Independence Flagpole, Rizal Park Luneta

With Filipino pride in our hearts, let us come together in honoring the Philippine flag at the Stop and Salute Flag Raising Ceremony, in celebration of National Flag Day 🇵🇭

📅 28 May 2026 (Thursday)
⏰ 8:00 a.m.
📍 Independence Flagpole, Rizal Park Luneta

Together, let us pay tribute to the symbol of our freedom and nationhood.

This event is open to the public, everyone is welcome to join us in this meaningful celebration. See you there, mga kababayan!

27/05/2026

🌙✨ Eid Al-Adha Mubarak!

The National Parks Development Committee joins our Muslim brothers and sisters in honoring Eid Al-Adha, also known as the "Festival of Sacrifice," which signifies absolute devotion, obedience to God, and communal charity.

May this sacred commemoration inspire kindness, strengthen communities, and bring peace to every family. As a shared public space for all, Rizal Park Luneta remains a place where people of different cultures and traditions can come together in mutual respect, unity, and understanding. 🌿🤍