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Cartagena Independence Festival: Celebration of Freedom and Culture

Cartagena Independence Festival: Celebration of Freedom and Culture

Complete guide to experience the Cartagena Independence Festival, with event calendar, historical traditions, practical tips and essential information for tourists and locals.

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Annual Events in Cartagena: Complete Calendar of the Walled City 2026

Annual Events in Cartagena: Complete Calendar of the Walled City 2026

Discover Cartagena's vibrant cultural calendar for 2026, from international festivals like the Hay Festival and FICCI to religious traditions and free events in public spaces. A complete guide to planning your visit around the year's most outstanding events with practical local information.

1 month ago
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Holy Week in Cartagena: Processions in the Walled City 2026

Holy Week in Cartagena: Processions in the Walled City 2026

Discover Holy Week in Cartagena, where faith and history intertwine in the processions of the Walled City. A complete guide with everything you need to know to experience this tradition in 2026, from historical processions to local cuisine and practical recommendations.

1 month ago
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Cartagena: Where to Celebrate and How to Welcome the New Year in the Caribbean

Cartagena: Where to Celebrate and How to Welcome the New Year in the Caribbean

A complete guide to experiencing the magic of welcoming the New Year in Cartagena: from luxury hotel parties to local traditions, seaside dinners, and practical tips for an unforgettable celebration.

1 month ago
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Events and Festivals in Cartagena: 2026 Annual Calendar

Events and Festivals in Cartagena: 2026 Annual Calendar

Discover Cartagena's vibrant cultural scene with this updated guide for 2026, featuring confirmed dates for Carnival, Hay Festival, FICCI, Jazz Festival, and more events.

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New Year in Cartagena: Fireworks over the Caribbean and Parties in the Walled City

New Year in Cartagena: Fireworks over the Caribbean and Parties in the Walled City

Celebrating New Year's in Cartagena is a unique experience where the Caribbean lights up with fireworks and the walled city vibrates with parties. This guide takes you through the best areas to welcome the new year, safe transportation tips, special gastronomy, and how to enjoy the following day.

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FICCI 2026: Cartagena Dresses Up for Film - Complete Festival Guide

FICCI 2026: Cartagena Dresses Up for Film - Complete Festival Guide

The International Film Festival of Cartagena (FICCI) 2026 transforms the city into a cinematic epicenter. This complete guide takes you through dates, iconic venues, featured films, parallel events, and practical tips to experience it like a local.

2 months ago
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Cartagena International Film Festival (FICCI) 2026: Complete Guide to Experiencing Cinema in the Walled City

Cartagena International Film Festival (FICCI) 2026: Complete Guide to Experiencing Cinema in the Walled City

FICCI 2026 transforms Cartagena into the capital of Latin American cinema. Discover dates, venues, featured films, parallel events, and practical tips to experience this unique cinematic event in the walled city.

2 months ago
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Hay Festival Cartagena 2026: Complete Guide to Experience Literature in Colonial Streets

Hay Festival Cartagena 2026: Complete Guide to Experience Literature in Colonial Streets

The Hay Festival Cartagena 2026 transforms the city into a global literary epicenter. This guide details dates, confirmed authors, iconic venues, practical tips, and unique experiences to live literature in the colonial streets of Cartagena.

2 months ago
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Day of the Little Candles in Cartagena: The Light that Ignites Caribbean Christmas

Day of the Little Candles in Cartagena: The Light that Ignites Caribbean Christmas

On December 7th, Cartagena dresses up in light with the Day of the Little Candles, a tradition that marks the beginning of Christmas in the Colombian Caribbean. This guide takes you through the most magical corners of the walled city to experience this unique celebration, with practical tips and essential information for tourists.

2 months ago
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