Ati-Atihan'09
Here's this year's Ati-Atihan shcedule...
797th Kalibo ati-atihan festival
Calendar of Activities
Calendar of Activities
SPIRITUAL STREET DANCING
1st week to 3rd Sunday of January 2009, Principal Streets of Kalibo
The true spirit of Ati-atihan. An act of piety to ensure miracle for barren women to bear children, heal the body from maladies beyond medical remedy, prosperity in business or simply for fun and excitement.
1st week to 3rd Sunday of January 2009, Principal Streets of Kalibo
The true spirit of Ati-atihan. An act of piety to ensure miracle for barren women to bear children, heal the body from maladies beyond medical remedy, prosperity in business or simply for fun and excitement.
9-DAY NOVENA
January 10-18, 2009, Kalibo Cathedral
A traditional religious activity in reverence to the Sto. Niño where believers pledge vows in exchange of blessings and supplications and is gaining worldwide recognition and acceptance for its miracle of healing.
January 10-18, 2009, Kalibo Cathedral
A traditional religious activity in reverence to the Sto. Niño where believers pledge vows in exchange of blessings and supplications and is gaining worldwide recognition and acceptance for its miracle of healing.
HALA BIRA ATI-ATIHAN NIGHTS
January 12-18, 2009, Magsaysay Park
Experience an unforgettable and endless dancing and partying with the rumbling and energetic music of live bands starting in the early evening till the wee hours of the morning. Join the crowd in the almost never-ending excitement- of “snake-dancing” and enjoy the appetizing food and drinks served at kiosks in and around the park.
January 12-18, 2009, Magsaysay Park
Experience an unforgettable and endless dancing and partying with the rumbling and energetic music of live bands starting in the early evening till the wee hours of the morning. Join the crowd in the almost never-ending excitement- of “snake-dancing” and enjoy the appetizing food and drinks served at kiosks in and around the park.
KAEAN-AN SA PLAZA (Food Fest)
January 12-18, 2009, 9:00a.m.-12mn, Pastrana Park
The perfect place to re-energize yourselves. The Food Festival at the town plaza presents fast foods and different culinary specialties from Aklanon, Filipino to international culinary cuisines.
January 12-18, 2009, 9:00a.m.-12mn, Pastrana Park
The perfect place to re-energize yourselves. The Food Festival at the town plaza presents fast foods and different culinary specialties from Aklanon, Filipino to international culinary cuisines.
VISUAL ART EXHIBIT
January 12-18, 2009, Museo it Akean
Awe-inspiring paintings and sculptures created by members of the Aklan Visual Arts Association adding vibrance to the various museum pieces for your eyes to feast on.
January 12-18, 2009, Museo it Akean
Awe-inspiring paintings and sculptures created by members of the Aklan Visual Arts Association adding vibrance to the various museum pieces for your eyes to feast on.
PAGDAYAW
January 13, 2009, 2:00 p.m., Principal Streets of Kalibo
All out Ati-Atihan street dancing for students from public and private high schools and colleges in Aklan.
January 13, 2009, 2:00 p.m., Principal Streets of Kalibo
All out Ati-Atihan street dancing for students from public and private high schools and colleges in Aklan.
SADSAD PANAAD
January 14, 2009, 8:00 A.M., Principal Streets of Kalibo
A parade of teachers and faculty from all public schools and colleges in the province of Aklan in their colorful costumes.
January 14, 2009, 8:00 A.M., Principal Streets of Kalibo
A parade of teachers and faculty from all public schools and colleges in the province of Aklan in their colorful costumes.
ATI-ATIHAN PRODUCTS SHOWCASE
January 12-19, 2009, 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., Pastrana Park
Showcases beautiful ornamental plants and quality Aklanon products made from piña,abaca,raffia,nito and clay materials handcrafted by local artisans.
January 12-19, 2009, 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., Pastrana Park
Showcases beautiful ornamental plants and quality Aklanon products made from piña,abaca,raffia,nito and clay materials handcrafted by local artisans.
HIGANTE PARADE & AKLAN FESTIVAL SHOWDOWN
January 14, 2009, 2:00 p.m., Principal Streets of Kalibo
A colorful parade of the festival winners and Sto. Niño devotees from the 17 towns of Aklan highlighted by the giant images of cultural and historical significance.
January 14, 2009, 2:00 p.m., Principal Streets of Kalibo
A colorful parade of the festival winners and Sto. Niño devotees from the 17 towns of Aklan highlighted by the giant images of cultural and historical significance.
PAHILOT OR PAEAPAK
January 14-18, 2009, Kalibo Cathedral
A unique age-old faith healing rite of the miraculous Sto. Niño of Kalibo that attracts devotees worldwide for curing diseases.
January 14-18, 2009, Kalibo Cathedral
A unique age-old faith healing rite of the miraculous Sto. Niño of Kalibo that attracts devotees worldwide for curing diseases.
BARTER OF PANAY REENACTMENT
January 15, 2009, Magsaysay Park
The legendary reenactment of the arrival of ten (10) Datus and the Purchase of Panay from the Aetas by the Malays. Witness the origin of the Mother of all festivals unfold before your eyes and its evolution into the present day praisefest.
January 15, 2009, Magsaysay Park
The legendary reenactment of the arrival of ten (10) Datus and the Purchase of Panay from the Aetas by the Malays. Witness the origin of the Mother of all festivals unfold before your eyes and its evolution into the present day praisefest.
3 DAYS FINAL HURRAH
January 16-18 2009, Major Streets of Kalibo
Experience 3 days and nights of jubilating revelry with soot-smeared Akeanons, local and foreign tourists dancing in wild abandon to the deafening sound of numerous drums, cymbals and lyres shouting, “Hala Bira Puera Pasma! Viva kay Señor Sto. Niño. Viva!’
January 16-18 2009, Major Streets of Kalibo
Experience 3 days and nights of jubilating revelry with soot-smeared Akeanons, local and foreign tourists dancing in wild abandon to the deafening sound of numerous drums, cymbals and lyres shouting, “Hala Bira Puera Pasma! Viva kay Señor Sto. Niño. Viva!’
ATI-ATIHAN CONTEST
January 17, 2009, 7:00 a.m., Major Streets of Kalibo
Tribal and modern groups, Balik-Ati tribes and individually costumed participants dance on the streets to the beat of the drums and lyre in their vibrant and colorful costumes.
January 17, 2009, 7:00 a.m., Major Streets of Kalibo
Tribal and modern groups, Balik-Ati tribes and individually costumed participants dance on the streets to the beat of the drums and lyre in their vibrant and colorful costumes.
BLESSING OF CHILDREN
January 17, 2009, 11:00 a.m., Kalibo Cathedral
Children of different ages gather for the traditional blessing to honor the Holy Child officiated by the Bishop of Kalibo.
January 17, 2009, 11:00 a.m., Kalibo Cathedral
Children of different ages gather for the traditional blessing to honor the Holy Child officiated by the Bishop of Kalibo.
DEVOTEES DAWN ROSARY & PROCESSION
January 17, 2009, 4:00 a.m., Kalibo Cathedral
Pray the dawn rosary with devotees and pilgrims. A moment of deep silence before the festival music rises into a crescendo.
January 17, 2009, 4:00 a.m., Kalibo Cathedral
Pray the dawn rosary with devotees and pilgrims. A moment of deep silence before the festival music rises into a crescendo.
FIREWORKS DISPLAY
January 17, 2009, 11:00 p.m., Magsaysay Park
A spectacular display of colorful fireworks in the eve of the Ati-atihan’s big day. See the most dazzling show of thousands of vibrant lights as they pierce the night sky.
January 17, 2009, 11:00 p.m., Magsaysay Park
A spectacular display of colorful fireworks in the eve of the Ati-atihan’s big day. See the most dazzling show of thousands of vibrant lights as they pierce the night sky.
TRANSFER OF STO. NIÑO IMAGE
January 18, 2009, 6:30 a.m., Kalibo Cathedral to Pastrana Park
The traditional transfer of the venerated miraculous image of Sto. Niño of Kalibo from the Kalibo Cathedral to Pastrana Park for the field mass celebration. Witness the applause of drums and lyre of Ati Tribes in reverence to the Sto. Niño.
January 18, 2009, 6:30 a.m., Kalibo Cathedral to Pastrana Park
The traditional transfer of the venerated miraculous image of Sto. Niño of Kalibo from the Kalibo Cathedral to Pastrana Park for the field mass celebration. Witness the applause of drums and lyre of Ati Tribes in reverence to the Sto. Niño.
PASAEAMAT
January 18, 2009, 7:00 a.m., Pastrana Park
A concelebrated field mass offering devotees, guests and tourists flock insolidarity with Ati-atihan Tribes as they take part in the highest form of Catholic worship to God.
January 18, 2009, 7:00 a.m., Pastrana Park
A concelebrated field mass offering devotees, guests and tourists flock insolidarity with Ati-atihan Tribes as they take part in the highest form of Catholic worship to God.
TORCH PARADE & PROCESSION
January 18, 2009, 3:00 p.m., Principal Streets of Kalibo
Join the Ati-atihan groups parading for hours together with their beautifully adorned Sto. Niño caros and devotees carrying Sto. Niño image and bamboo torches that create floods of lights beginning at the town plaza and ending at the Kalibo Cathedral.
January 18, 2009, 3:00 p.m., Principal Streets of Kalibo
Join the Ati-atihan groups parading for hours together with their beautifully adorned Sto. Niño caros and devotees carrying Sto. Niño image and bamboo torches that create floods of lights beginning at the town plaza and ending at the Kalibo Cathedral.
PAGPADUNGOG
January 18, 2009, 7:00 p.m., Magsaysay Park
The finale and last hurrah of the three- weeklong festival. After a day of street dancing and gastronomic feast in praise of the Sto. Niño, winners of the Ati-atihan Contest give their last energy as they receive their awards
January 18, 2009, 7:00 p.m., Magsaysay Park
The finale and last hurrah of the three- weeklong festival. After a day of street dancing and gastronomic feast in praise of the Sto. Niño, winners of the Ati-atihan Contest give their last energy as they receive their awards
Here's some pictures of last year's event, Ati-Atihan 2008... Enjoy...^^
Bauhinia's Pinoy Food with a Twist
Sometimes we get oh so stressed out because of the daily routines we experience. But, we cannot just hop in our trucks and seek for adventure because we all know we'll be screwed by the boss in the morning. Unless its a weekend, I bet you don't want try. So, what do we usually do?? That's right ladies and gents... COMFORT food. And if you want to enjoy some of the finer things in life , try the unique food that they offer in Bauhinia. Its located at The Avenue, Pison Compound, Mandurriao.
They offer Filipino dishes with a twist coupled with sleek and modern ambiance. The waiters are really nice and really polite. Thumbs up to the management.
After placing our orders, I really liked it when they served the drinks first. Most restaurants often neglect this. As you can see, their iced tea is really large. Res Ipsa Loquitor... Even though its not filled to brim and some parts of it is just froth, its still massive. I'm a big person, and I had no problem quenching my thirst and I find the taste just right.
Bauhinia Iced Tea
Smoked Tangigue TacosNext to go down my palate was the Bulalo steak. Its really tender, good for people who have dentures. Its sauce is also good. But, as the waiter said, "its just good for two". And he wasn't lying, it was... Honesty always scores a point in my book.
Bulalo SteakAlthough I'm allergic to crustaceans, I was really curious about the Sugpo sa Aligue at Sili. Which is made of tiger prawns cooked with coconut-crab fat sauce. And it did not disappoint me. If you're allergic to crustaceans too, just bring some anti-histamine. Its something that you don't want to miss tasting.
Sugpo sa Aligue at SiliAt this point, I really admire that Bauhinia has really good food presentation. They add a bit of flair to the dish. On to the Tinuom nga Pusit. Its presentation is good, and like a gift, it gives you a bit of excitement when you're opening it. Smoke puffs out and after that you'll see white gold... I was really amused at the small pieces of super white squid. But the taste was just OK. Not much to write about. Ah... What is life without a little disappointment.
Tinuom nga PusitTheir Pandan Rice was a bit lacking of that Pandan aroma and taste. But the Longganisa Fried Rice was just right to satisfy us.
And to the dessert. We asked the waiter the best cheese cake that they can offer. So we ended up getting the Ube flavored cheesecake. All I can say is that its not really up to my taste. I cant taste the cheese and I was really disappointed because I did not find it delicious. But what I liked about it is that it wasn't too sweet.
Bauhinia Ube CheesecakeTo sum it all up, "Will I return to Bauhinia?"... Its a definite YES! Except for some forgivable disappointments (hey, nobody's perfect), the place is great. It amazed and amused me and I hope when I go back, I would feel the same way.
Something nice to know about the word Bauhinia...
Its pronounced as bau-hin-i-a (baw-hin-ee-uh; bo-hin).
Bauhinia or Bauhinia Malabarica (scientific name) is a small but stocky tree growing to a height of 8 to 10 meters which can be found in the Philippines. Its common names are Alambangbang (Tagalog), Alibangbang (Tagalog, Bisaya, Pampanga), Balibamban (Pampanga), Kalibanbang (Pangasinan, Tagalog) and Kalibangbang (Ilokano).
Something nice to know about the word Bauhinia...
Its pronounced as bau-hin-i-a (baw-hin-ee-uh; bo-hin).
Bauhinia or Bauhinia Malabarica (scientific name) is a small but stocky tree growing to a height of 8 to 10 meters which can be found in the Philippines. Its common names are Alambangbang (Tagalog), Alibangbang (Tagalog, Bisaya, Pampanga), Balibamban (Pampanga), Kalibanbang (Pangasinan, Tagalog) and Kalibangbang (Ilokano).
There are many species of Bauhinia. They share the 'butterfly' configuration of the leaves. Alibangbang is an Ilonggo word for butterfly. Other scientific names are Piliostima Acidum, Bauhinia Tomentosa and Bauhinia Purpurea.
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