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Music, dance and feasting are just some of the things in store for fans of Mardi Gras&mdashin the Philippines. Ati-Atihan is the Filipino version of the famous festival and it will be held on January 8, 2017 in Kalibo. The spectacular event takes place annually to honour Santo Nino&mdasha representation of the baby Jesus. The festival is celebrated with traditional songs and dances, and people in colourful attires throng the streets for a day of merrymaking. Make sure you're there this January