Undas 2025 guide: Cemetery schedules, road closures, and other things to remember

Cemetery schedules

Here are the schedules of various cemeteries during the Undas 2025 holiday.

Caloocan cemeteries

• Oct. 30: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Oct. 31 to Nov. 1: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Nov. 2: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Pasig

Pasig Catholic Cemetery:

• Oct. 31: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Nov. 1: 6 a.m. 24 hours
• Nov. 2: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Santolan Catholic Cemetery:

• Oct. 31: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Nov. 1: 6 a.m. to 12 midnight.
• Nov. 2: 6:00 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Taguig

Heritage Memorial Park:

• Oct. 30: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Oct. 31 to Nov. 1: 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Nov. 2: 5 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Libingan ng mga Bayani: Oct. 30 to Nov. 2, from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. 

Quezon City

Bagbag Public Cemetery, Novaliches Public Cemetery, and Baesa Crematorium and Columbarium: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2

San Juan Cemetery: 6 a.m. to 12 midnight on Nov. 1 and 2

Manila North and South Cemeteries will be open from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. from Oct. 29 to Nov. 2. All types of vehicles, including motorcycles, e-bikes, tricycles, scooters, and motorcycles, will not be allowed at both cemeteries during this time. The MNC management said that pets, such as dogs and cats, are not allowed on the cemetery's premises.

Not sure how to locate the graves of your loved ones? There's the newly launched "Puntod Online Finder," a digital platform where you can easily find the designated graves in Manila North Cemetery and Manila South Cemetery. Enter the first or last name of the departed loved ones to find their lot and/or grave numbers. 

Road closures, rerouting schemes

If you're heading to Manila this coming Undas, here are the roads that will be closed to traffic:

• Stretch of Blumentritt Street from A. Bonifacio Avenue to Aurora Boulevard
• Stretch of Dimasalang Street from Retiro Street to Calavite Street
• Stretch of Maceda Street from Makiling Street to Dimasalang Street
• Southbound lane of Dimasalang Bridge
• Aurora Boulevard from Felix Huertas Road to Matandang Sora (Chinese Cemetery South Gate)

The rerouting schemes can be found below:

• Vehicles from Dimasalang Road heading to Blumentritt Road shall turn right onto Makiling Street toward their destination.
• Vehicles from Quezon City utilizing A. Bonifacio Avenue shall turn left onto Labo Street toward their destination.
• Vehicles from Maceda Street heading to Dimasalang or Retiro Streets shall turn right onto Makiling Street toward their destination.

In Pasig, one-way traffic will be temporarily implemented on C. Raymundo Ave. (Northbound: From E. Angeles St. to Mercedes Ave.) from Oct. 31, 2 p.m. to Nov. 2. Alternate routes will be on Stella Maris St. to Dr. Sixto Antonio Ave.

In Marikina, a one-way traffic scheme will be implemented along A. Bonifacio Avenue and Sumulong Highway from 6 a.m. on Oct. 31 until 12 midnight on Nov. 3.

Travel advisories

Going out of town? New NAIA Infra Corp., operator of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, advised passengers to come to the airport at least three hours before international flights and two hours before domestic flights, as it expects around 1.35 million passengers over the upcoming long weekend.

Assistance counters have been set up at key passenger areas for directions and other inquiries to ensure a smoother and safer experience for passengers. PNP Special Operations Unit teams and K-9 units are deployed within NAIA to ensure public safety.

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines has also implemented a heightened alert status across all airports nationwide for Undas.

According to the CAAP, Malasakit Help Desks have been designated at all airports to assist travelers with their concerns. Security personnel will also remain on heightened alert to maintain order and ensure passenger safety. There will also be medical teams on standby for immediate assistance in case of emergencies.

Cebu Pacific advised passengers to check and take note of their flight number and terminal assignments, as well as to check in online to skip lines at the airport. Note that online check-in opens 48 hours before departure for domestic flights and 72 hours for international flights.

For travelers flying abroad, be sure to complete the eTravel form on the eGov app within 72 hours before departure and arrival in the Philippines.

Other airlines have yet to issue their own advisories for Undas 2025.

What to wear, what to bring

Since thousands are expected to visit cemeteries this coming holiday, be prepared to spend several hours outdoors. Wear light-colored, comfortable clothing that allows easy movement. You might also want to check the weather beforehand to help you choose an appropriate outfit on those days.

Other than flower and food offerings for the dead, make sure to have the following essentials with you:

• umbrella
• hat or cap
• face towel
• sufficient snacks and water
• necessary medicines
• trash bag

Note that items such as firearms, sharp objects like knives and ice picks, illegal drugs, gambling paraphernalia, loud sound systems, alcoholic beverages, and flammable materials such as alcohol and thinner are strictly prohibited inside cemeteries.

Avoid wearing flashy jewelry and accessories, and bringing large amounts of cash.

Remain vigilant as thousands are expected to visit their departed loved ones. 

Heading to the mall during the long weekend? Here are the adjusted mall hours for Undas 2025.