“Sadsad” means street dance in Aklanon. But during Ati-Atihan Festival, it also means a time for everyone to group together & battle it out on the streets. It’s a tradition for friends, families & organizations to parade in their colorful costumes & mightiest bands. | Aklan Life

Aklanon language (Inakeanon) Ayam in Aklanon or Dog in English | Aklan Life

The Original “SADSAD” of Aklan 🥁 Sadsad in Aklanon refers to the lively street dance of the Ati-Atihan Festival, where people dance through the streets to the pounding beat of marching bands, marked by a distinctive step in which the feet are gently dragged along the ground—symbolizing shared joy, culture, and community. | Angelo Cortes