From Philip Glass to Piazzolla, the seventh edition of Bogotá’s acclaimed classical music festival Bogotá Es América pays homage to the continent’s vast sonic landscape. The festival hosted by Teatro Mayor will present 40 concerts, 11 of which are free to the public.
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Idartes’ María Claudia Parias on Bogotá’s cultural platforms and vision for 2025
María Claudia Parias of Bogotá’s Idartes is at the heart of transformative initiatives. From the Biennale of Art for Childhood to innovative public spaces for dance and music, the Colombian capital is not only a hub of creativity but a city that understands the importance of art as a tool for social cohesion and individual well-being.
Words to the Wind: Bogotá celebrates 20 years of Libro al Viento
As Bogotá celebrates its 486th anniversary, the city’s iconic Libro al Viento program is marking two decades of bringing literature to all corners of the Colombian capital. Launched in 2004 by the District Institute of the Arts (Idartes), this reading initiative has distributed nearly 5.7 million books ensuring free access to stories and knowledge.
RUGE Independiente: Picnic Literario en el corazón de Bogotá
El Parque de los Periodistas Gabriel García Márquez en Bogotá será escenario del Picnic Literario RUGE Independiente, una jornada que celebra la conexión entre el periodismo y la literatura. Organizado por Idartes, el evento contará con conversaciones con destacados periodistas y escritores, talleres sobre podcast y edición independiente, y presentaciones artísticas.
Domo Lleno + RealMix
Bogotá’s grand Planetarium – Planetario Distrital – is set to transform into a hub of digital art and immersive experiences as it hosts the eighth edition of Domo Lleno and the fourth edition of RealMix. For the first time, these festivals will feature a unified program, combining cutting-edge audiovisual productions with interactive workshops, live performances, […]
Popular al Parque: Bogotá inaugurates popular music festival
The inaugural edition of Popular al Parque promises to be a major cultural event, offering Bogotá’s residents and visitors a chance to celebrate the diversity of Colombian music in the city’s largest public park.
Rock al Parque: Bogotá celebrates 30 years of legendary concerts
Rock al Parque celebrates 30 years as a leading rock festival in Latin America. Taking place at the Simón Bolívar Park in Bogotá, November 9-11, the 2024 edition will feature 58 bands, including Testament, Haggard, Doro, Superlitio, and Mago de Oz, among many others. Edition XXVIII promises an unforgettable experience.
Bogotá and Rio de Janeiro street artists unite in graffiti collaboration
Artists from Bogotá and Rio de Janeiro unite to create a kilometer-long series of graffiti murals across both cities, blending community stories and artistic collaboration in a landmark project by Idartes.
Idartes launches Africa en Bogotá and a Biennale for childhood creativity
Bogotá is hosting two vibrant festivals this weekend: Africa en Bogotá where cultural ties are celebrated through music and art, and the International Biennial of Art for Childhood, focusing on creative engagement for young audiences.
From “Barrio” to Stage: 25-Years of Bogotá’s iconic Salsa al Parque
Bogotá will once again be transformed into a vibrant barrio of salsa, a place where history, rhythm, and community converge in a celebration of sound and movement with the 25th anniversar edition of Salsa Al Parque.
Colombia al Parque: Bogotá festival showcases a nation of music talent
Bogotá is set to host the Colombia al Parque festival (August 24 and 25) at Parque de los Novios, showcasing Colombia’s diverse musical heritage. The free event features six national acts, three international artists, and eight local performers, celebrating rhythms from the Pacific and Magdalena River regions. The festival, themed “When the River Sounds,” highlights the cultural significance of Colombia’s waterways.
Bogotá to stage nine Festivals at the Park with environmental messages
With a strong environmental message from the mayoralty, Bogotá will stage nine Festivals at the Park during 2024.