The Feast of the Black Nazarene is a religious festival that is held every January 9 in Manila, Philippines. It is centered around the Black Nazarene, a life-sized image of Jesus Christ carrying the cross that is believed to be miraculous by many devotees. The image has a dark complexion, which is attributed to various factors, such as the wood used, the fire that damaged it, and the candle smoke that darkened it over time

The festival commemorates the transfer of the image from its original location in Luneta Park to Quiapo Church in 1787. The image is carried on a carriage or andas by barefooted men called mamamasan, who try to touch or wipe the image with their towels as a sign of reverence and gratitude. The procession, which is also known as the Traslación, can last for several hours or even days, as millions of people join or watch the event.

The festival is also celebrated on Good Friday, which is the liturgical feast day of the image, and on December 31, which marks the start of its novena. The festival attracts devotees from different parts of the country and the world, who believe that the image can grant their prayers and heal their illnesses. The festival also showcases the culture and faith of the Filipino people, who express their devotion and gratitude to the Black Nazarene in various ways.