One of the Festivals I'm excited of is the Dinagyang Festival. the event is held every 4th Sunday of January here in Iloilo City in honor of the Santo Niño. Bleachers are set up in the corners of the city for people to get a good view of the performing tribes painted in black, dressed in colorful costumes chanting "Viva Señor Santo Niño!" and dancing to the beat of the drums.
Fluvial parade, Kasadyahan competition, gigs, and the week-long food fest are one of the activities held leading to the grand highlight. the shouting of "Hala Bira" by the tribe members makes the event a lively one.
I might be going out tonight for the good food and booze.
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