San Andres and Providencia: being a commercial port gave it its multi-ethnic character, broad in gastronomy and raizal music.

In San Andres Island there are countless cultural manifestations that express the ethnic and religious variety of customs, traditions and ways of life of its population, as well as its natural wealth and diversity of climates, geographies and landscapes, among others.

Green Moon Festival – San Andres Colombia

The Green Moon Festival, held annually in San Andrés, is an expression of the culture of the Caribbean region. During this event ensembles of countries like Jamaica and Haiti are represented. It also offers lectures on music, documentaries, samples dances and local cuisine.

Patron Saint Festivities of San Andrés – San Andres Colombia

Celebration of the patron saint of San Andrés with stops and indigenous cultural presentations of the Island, during the month of November. Within the framework of these festivities, the Carnival of the Coconut and the Reign of the Coconut are celebrated, an event in which several nations of the Caribbean coast and neighboring islands participate.

JULY 20TH – San Andres Colombia

Colombia´s Independence Day and as it is a tradition in the Archipelago of San Andrés, Providence and Santa Catalina, educational and military institutions parade to the rhythm of the peace bands.

CULTURAL FRIDAYS – San Andres Colombia

Space promoted by the Secretariat of Culture where tribute is paid to the Cultural practices of the Archipelago, through musical presentations with local artists and gastronomic tasting.

Ethnic Roots International Theater Festival – San Andres Colombia

This festival is rooted in preserving and promoting the cultural identity of the islands with the youth and adults. It involves activities, theater, presentations and more from Colombian troops as well as groups from around the world.

Día de la Raza (Race Day) – San Andres Colombia

Cultural presentations on San Andres, this takes place in the area of la Loma.

International Triathlon – San Andres Colombia

Every year in May, the paradisiacal island of San Andrés becomes the venue for one of the most demanding and competitive sporting events in the country, the International Festival and the Colombia Triathlon Cup.


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