PHOTOS BY AJ PALCULLO
A VIBRANT display of culture and artistry dazzled audiences during the grand opening salvo of the Dinagyang Festival 2025 on January 10.
With rhythmic beats, captivating choreography, and a shared sense of community, the eight competing Ati tribes and six non-competing Sadsad sa Calle Real tribes delivered high-energy performances that celebrated Iloilo’s rich traditions, setting the tone for an extraordinary finale.
The Iloilo Festivals Foundation Inc. commended the efforts of participating local schools and barangays, highlighting their commitment to upholding the festival’s legacy.
This Sunday, January 26, witness how faith and devotion to Señor Sto. Niño have evolved into a celebration with these Ati tribes:
* Tribu Parianon of Molo District
* Tribu Pan-ay of Fort San Pedro National High School
* Tribu Paghidaet of La Paz National High School
* Tribu Salognon of Jaro National High School
* Tribu Ilonganon of Jalandoni Memorial National High School
* Tribu Pag-asa kang Manduryaw of Mandurriao district
* Tribu Hangaway of Graciano Lopen Jaena Elementary School
* Tribu Molave of Barangay San Rafael, Mandurriao
Also, watch and mingle with the Sadsad sa Calle Real Tribes as they dance and parade along Calle Real: Tribu Panaad of City Proper District; Tribu Kalubihan of Brgy. Boulevard, Molo; Tribu Familia Sagasa; Tribu Yrong-Yrong of Brgy. Dulonan, Arevalo; Tribu Aninipay of Brgy. Don Esteban, Lapuz; and Tribu Halimau of Brgy. Cubay, Jaro./PN
