The Weekly Guide to Colombia #1.
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Festicumbia’s 40th Edition.
El Banco (Magdalena) hosts more than 1,500 artists for the most anticipated cultural event in the region, paying tribute to one of the most traditional of Colombian rhythms: Cumbia.
In this 40th edition, the National Festival of Cumbia boasts the participation of 193 cumbia dancing couples, 39 cumbiamba groups, 15 original songs, 35 artisans, 12 entrepreneurs, and 15 traditional cooks.
Get yourself into the groove at This Is Colombia’s Cumbia-rich Spotify playlist.
Starts: Thursday, August 15, 2024
Ends: Sunday, August 18, 2024
Where: El Banco, Magdalena
Secret Supper with Nina Compton.
Join an exclusive evening at Blue Apple’s Secret Garden Supper Club on August 24th with James Beard Award-winning Chef Nina Compton.
With her unique blend of French training, Louisiana flair, and Caribbean roots, Chef Nina will craft a diverse, multi-course tasting menu in the intimate setting of Blue Apple’s kitchen garden.
Limited to just 24 guests, this chef's table experience includes a luxurious speedboat transfer, expertly paired wines and cocktails, and a chance to meet Chef Nina. Don't miss out on Cartagena's most exclusive dining event—reserve your spot now!
When: Saturday, August 24, 2024 - 6:30 PM 11:30 PM
Where: Blue Apple Beach House, Cartagena
Mompox Jazz Festival.
Experience the vibrant rhythms of jazz and Colombian sounds at the annual jazz festival in Santa Cruz de Mompox, one of the year's most anticipated cultural events.
This charming town, nestled southeast of Cartagena on the Caribbean coast, opens its historic streets—recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site—to visitors from around the world.
The festival offers a rich mix of musical styles, from jazz to merengue, bachata, and porro, and features workshops to empower local musicians.
As the town comes alive, expect bustling crowds in its churches, squares, and bars, all culminating in a spectacular closing concert at Plaza de Santa Bárbara. Direct flights from Cartagena make it easier to reach Mompox, but early booking is essential for this popular weekend event.
Starts: Friday, October 10, 2024
Ends: Sunday, October 14, 2024
Where: Santa Cruz de Mompox, Bolivar
Dawn at Los Cerros de Mavecure. Credit: Gabriel Eisenband.
Mavecure Photo Expedition.
If you're looking for an expedition filled with adventure, history, cultural exchange, and breathtaking nature, Guainía is the perfect destination for you. And now, you have the exclusive opportunity to experience this mystical Amazonian territory through the lens of award-winning nature photographer Gabriel Eisenband.
Join Gabriel on a unique photo expedition to explore the iconic Cerros de Mavecure, where nature takes center stage with epic landscapes and untold stories. Capture the raw beauty of this multi-ethnic land, home to indigenous communities like the Puinave, Curripaco, Tucano, Cubeo, and Sikuani.
As you journey through Guainía, you'll discover the region's rich water resources, including the Inírida, Guaviare, Atabapo, and Orinoco Rivers. This territory, steeped in powerful ancestral knowledge, offers invaluable opportunities to connect with nature and push your creative boundaries.
Starts: Thursday, October 10, 2024
Ends: Tuesday, October 14, 2024
Where: Mavecure, Guainia
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