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ARTBO 2026: Four days of art, commerce and Bogotá’s cultural crowd

By Richard Emblin - September 18, 2026

For four days every September, Bogotá’s art world moves into Ágora Bogotá, where collectors, curators, gallerists, artists, designers, students and the city’s cultural crowd converge for ARTBO, the capital’s annual international art fair. And then there is the opening night. The inauguration of ARTBO has become something of a ritual on Bogotá’s cultural calendar, when […]

Bogotá Fashion Week Strengthens International Push for Colombia’s Designers

By Richard Emblin - May 12, 2026

Under a mirage of glowing escalators inside Bogotá’s Ágora Convention Center, the catwalks of Bogotá Fashion Week opened Tuesday with more than fabrics and silhouettes on display. Behind the runway lights lies a larger ambition: to turn Colombia’s capital into a regional fashion export hub and bring designers from Bogotá’s workshops and popular commercial districts […]

ARTBO Weekend celebrates its 10th edition from April 16–19 with over 160 free activities across eight circuits in Bogotá.

ARTBO Weekend turns 10: Bogotá’s Art Circuits Come of Age

By Richard Emblin - April 16, 2026

ARTBO Weekend returns to Bogotá this week with a milestone worth noting – and a programme that suggests the event is no longer content with staying within its traditional comfort zones. Celebrating its tenth edition from April 16 to 19, the city-wide initiative organized by the Bogotá Chamber of Commerce (CCB) arrives bigger, more dispersed […]

Bogotá looks to internationalize Fashion Week with 2025 edition

By The City Paper Staff - May 13, 2025

By connecting Colombia’s designers with international markets and celebrating the country’s unique design identity, Bogotá Fashion Week 2025 hopes to become a launchpad for global recognition — and a milestone in Bogotá’s bid to become the fashion capital of Latin America.

Art aficionados and VIPs celebrate 20 Years of Bogotá’s ARTBO

By The City Paper Staff - September 28, 2024

ARTBO’s 20th edition in Bogotá launched with a star-studded event, attracting celebrities, art aficionados, and VIPs from around the world. The social gathering celebrated Colombian artist David Manzur’s 70-years of artistic creation and featured a slate of national and international galleries.

ARTBO 2024: Two decades at the epicenter of art in Bogotá

By Richard Emblin - September 19, 2024

ARTBO, Bogotá’s prestigious international art fair, celebrates its 20th anniversary from September 26 to 29 at the Ágora Convention Center. Featuring 15 international galleries and a leading cast of national galleries, the event highlights Latin American art’s growing global influence.

BAM 2024 elevates Colombian film talent and Latin American cinema

By The City Paper Staff - July 3, 2024

The Bogotá Audiovisual Market (BAM) celebrates its 15th anniversary from July 8-12, 2024, with an expansive agenda showcasing Colombian talent and Latin American cinema, featuring international guests, new industry initiatives, and regional outreach.

BFW celebrates 35 years of iconic elegance: Olga Piedrahita

By Richard Emblin - May 21, 2024

Renowned designer Olga Piedrahita celebrates 35 years at the helm of Colombia’s fashion industry, marking her legacy with elegance and innovation. The Medellín-born designer will receive a lifetime recognition at the inauguration of Bogotá Fashion Week.

Bogotá Fashion Week 2024 celebrates Colombian design and entrepreneurs

By The City Paper Staff - May 14, 2024

Bogotá Fashion Week is a celebration of Colombian culture, creativity, and entrepreneurship. With its vibrant energy, innovative designs, and commitment to sustainability, BFW 2024 will continue to elevate urban fashion onto the global stage.

ICC Americas Summit galvanizes global business leaders toward economic growth

By Special Coverage - May 9, 2024

Business leaders from over 35 nations gather at the inaugural Americas Summit of the World Federation of Chambers (ICC) in Bogotá, forging partnerships and exploring opportunities for economic growth and collaboration across the region.

Bogotá set for three-days of art-hopping circuits with ARTBO Weekend

By The City Paper Staff - April 8, 2024

Bogotá gears up for ARTBO Weekend, set to showcase diverse artistic expressions and design innovations across the city from April 12-14. With 71 venues participating, attendees can expect immersive art experiences, guided tours, and insightful conversations, highlighting Bogotá’s thriving cultural landscape