Arevalo Church

Arevalo Church, also known as Santo Niño de Arevalo Parish Church, is a Roman Catholic heritage church in Villa Arevalo, Iloilo City, Iloilo Province, Philippines. Founded by Augustinians in 1581 as one of the earliest parishes in the region, it enshrines the Santo Niño de Arevalo, regarded as the third oldest Santo Niño image in the Philippines. The present structure reflects post-earthquake reconstruction and remains a significant religious and historical landmark in western Visayas.

Visitors can expect a historic stone parish church set in the coastal district of Villa Arevalo, with a simple facade, bell tower, and interior nave leading to the main altar enshrining the Santo Niño de Arevalo image. The churchyard and adjacent Arevalo Plaza provide open space for gathering. Inside, visitors can view religious images, stained glass, and devotional areas. The atmosphere is that of an active parish church with regular Masses and quiet periods for prayer and sightseeing.

Founded in 1581 by Augustinian missionaries as La Villa Rica de Arevalo, one of the first Spanish settlements and parishes in Panay. The church received the Santo Niño de Arevalo image in 1581. The present church structure underwent reconstructions, notably after damage from the 1948 Lady Caycay earthquake that affected many churches in Iloilo.

Serves as the Archdiocesan Shrine of Santo Niño de Arevalo and center of devotion to the Child Jesus in western Visayas. The annual fiesta in honor of Santo Niño de Arevalo celebrated every third Sunday of January draws devotees and reflects the strong Catholic heritage of Iloilo City.