Medellín's Feria de las Flores 2026 Opens Registration for 14,000 Passes

Medellín is gearing up for the 69th Feria de las Flores, running from July 31 to August 9, 2026, with over 500 activities (70% free, per Portafolio and others), though El Colombiano cites more than 120 free events. The centerpiece is the Desfile de Silleteros on August 9, featuring over 530 silleteros carrying flower-adorned silletas, a tradition recognized as national intangible cultural heritage. Source: eltiempoco, eldiado

Pass Giveaway

The Alcaldía de Medellín is distributing 14,000 double passes (28,000 total entries) for four main parades: Desfile de Chivas y Flores (Aug 1), Desfile Avenida Primavera (Aug 2), Desfile de Autos Clásicos y Antiguos (Aug 7), and Desfile de Silleteros (Aug 9). Registration runs July 20–23 via a chatbot at 300 913 0986; winners will be announced July 24 on Telemedellín. Source: infobae, eltiempoco The process requires a single entry per person, with duplicates rejected. Source: eltiempoco

Children's Parade and Economic Impact

On July 19, the XXVIII Desfile de Silleteritos will feature 560 children, including 10 neurodiverse participants, in a non-competitive parade that emphasizes cultural transmission. Source: eltiempoco The feria is expected to generate $60.6 million in economic impact, create 17,200 jobs, and attract 328,000 visitors, including 67,000–74,000 international tourists, with hotel occupancy projected at 75–85%. The lema is "."