The annual New Year's Eve countdown at Rizal Park is held in Manila, the Philippines' capital city.
Rizal Park, also called Luneta, is a major public park in central Manila named after the national hero José Rizal. Public holiday programs and countdown events have used the park as a prominent gathering place, with entertainment, fireworks, and large crowds marking the arrival of the new year. The exact program can vary between years and organizers.
The park is historically important beyond New Year's Eve. José Rizal was executed there on December 30, 1896, and a monument marking his burial site stands near the park's western end. Philippine New Year's celebrations also commonly feature fireworks and traditions involving round shapes, such as 12 round fruits, because circles are associated with prosperity. Rizal Park should not be confused with the similarly named Rizal Monument, which is located within the park.