This year's Sinadya sa Halaran festivities has been glittering, colorful, and fun filled, as always. A little shower from up above didn't stop the merrymaking in honor of Roxas City and Capiz's patron, the Immaculate Conception. This year's celebration opened December 7, on the eve of the patron's day, and went through until December 8. It's theme is “Unity and Merriment with the Blessed Virgin Mary (Paghiliusa kag Pagkinasadya Kaupod ang Birhen Santa Maria).
The event's highlight was the street-dancing of colorful giant paper mascots made of paper mache (higantes) on December 9. Each mascot represented a seafood product that thrives on Roxas City's water, joined in by ten clusters. On December 10, a parade of festivals took place, showcasing the best that Roxas City and the municipalities of Capiz has to offer.
Deane Fabiana captures the festivity's best angles in her lens. A registered nurse and photographer, I am proud to feature some of the best shots she rendered during the celebration.
Personal note:
Deane is an old friend and elementary school classmate. You can check more of her photographic skills at her Facebook page.
