Who is the organizer of Ati Atihan Festival?

Who is the organizer of Ati Atihan Festival?

Sto. Niño Ati-Atihan Management Council (Kassmaco) has started preparing for the festival, which is scheduled in January 2020. Apolonio Zaraspe, Kassmaco chair, said they will revive the old ati-atihan revelry traditions, among them are the reenactment of the arrival of 10 Bornean datus and snake dancing revelry.

How old is the Ati Atihan Festival?

800 years old
800 years old, the festival is known as the oldest festival in the country and the precursor to both Cebu’s famous Sinulog festival and Iloilo’s Dinagyang — all of which are held today in honor of the Santo Niño (a statue of The Child Jesus).

What is the history of MassKara festival?

MassKara Festival started at a time of crisis and disaster in the 1980s. That is the origin of MassKara Festival. The smiling masks were a declaration of the people of Bacolod City that they will pull through and survive the challenges and tragedies that they are facing. Hence, Bacolod is called “The City of Smiles”.

What is the purpose of celebrating Ati Atihan Festival?

This is a celebration in honor of the Infant Jesus, the town’s patron. Ati-Atihan, observed in honor of the Child Jesus. Ati-atihan means ‘making like Atis,’ that is, pretending to be like the aboriginal natives that once inhabited Aklan.

Where did MassKara Festival originated from?

Bacolod City
That is the origin of MassKara Festival. The smiling masks were a declaration of the people of Bacolod City that they will pull through and survive the challenges and tragedies that they are facing. Hence, Bacolod is called “The City of Smiles”.

When did the MassKara Festival start?

October 19, 1980
MassKara Festival/First event date

The initial festival was held during the City’s Charter Day celebration on October 19, 1980 and was steered by an organizing committee created by City Hall which was headed by the late councilor Romeo Geocadin and then city tourism officer Evelio Leonardia.

When did the Moriones Festival originate?

1807
The Moriones first appeared in Mogpog in 1807 as initiated by the Parish Priest, Father Dionisio Santiago. This is the reason why Mogpog claimed to be the origin of Moriones. This tradition is observed by men, and now, even by some women during the Holy Week starting from Holy Monday to Easter Sunday.

What is the Ati-Atihan Festival in the Philippines?

People also call it “The Filipino Mardis Gras” because it is similar to the celebration of Mardi Gras in Brazil, particularly in Rio Janeiro. The Ati-Atihan Festival is the Mother of all Philippine Festivals.

Did the pandemic ruin the Ati-Atihan Festival in Aklan?

There were no public gatherings, Ati-Atihan Festival street dances, and other activities that require close contacts to follow the health and safety protocols. The local government didn’t let the pandemic ruin the Ati Atihan mood so they celebrated the yearly festival in Aklan virtually. You can watch the virtual Ati-atihan Festival tagalog here.

How did the Ati-Atihan start?

Thus the first Ati-atihan started. Upon the colonization of the islands, the baptism of a huge number of the natives to Roman Catholicism was celebrated and the drums were sounded. Coinciding with the Ati-atihan of old, it became a combined celebration.

What is the difference between Ati atihan and Mardis Gras?

People also call it “The Filipino Mardis Gras” because it is similar to the celebration of Mardi Gras in Brazil, particularly in Rio Janeiro. The Ati-Atihan Festival is the Mother of all Philippine Festivals. Dinagyang Festival of Iloilo, which is more lavish and choreographed, and Sinulog Festival or Pit Senyor – a hopping dance to the drums