The Jesus Nazarene arrived at San Sebastian Church early Saturday morning, January 10, where the traditional Dungaw began at around 4:05 a.m. For the first time in history, church officials, led by Fr. Ramon Jade Licuanan, rector and parish priest of the Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno, initially announced that the image would be temporarily brought inside the church.

This announcement briefly suggested that the Traslacion might end at San Sebastian Church, a historic departure from the centuries-old procession.

However, the plan was quickly reversed after devotees blocked the entry of the image into the church. Following the actions of the faithful, organizers confirmed that the Traslacion will continue along its original route back to Quiapo Church, keeping the centuries-old tradition intact.

The 2026 Traslacion has already been ongoing for 25 hours as of writing, making it the longest in the history of the event. The extended duration is attributed to large crowds, safety measures, and the strong devotion of millions of participants who lined the streets to pay homage to Jesus Nazarene

This historic pause highlights both the devotion of the Filipino faithful and the challenges of managing one of the world’s largest religious processions.