BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Medellin Guru - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://medellinguru.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Medellin Guru REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Bogota BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:-05 DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928 DTSTAMP:20260430T144131 CREATED:20250903T011046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T011046Z UID:101019-1758844800-1759017599@medellinguru.com SUMMARY:Segundo Foro de Turismo en el Norte de Antioquia - Second Tourism Forum in Northern Antioquia DESCRIPTION:Tourism in Northern Antioquia has soul\, identity\, and enormous potential. Today more than ever\, travelers seek authentic experiences\, meaningful destinations\, and hosts who connect from the heart. But to achieve this\, something more than landscapes is needed: you need to know how to tell their stories. \nWe invite you to the Second Tourism Trends Forum\, a meeting designed to inspire you\, connect you\, and provide you with real tools to transform the way you communicate your business. Here\, content is the protagonist\, innovation is the path\, and collaboration is key. \nFor two days\, you will explore digital marketing strategies\, relevant content creation\, success stories\, global trends\, and technological tools so you can attract more visitors\, strengthen your brand\, and contribute to positioning Northern Antioquia as a vibrant\, sustainable\, and lively destination. \nWhy you can’t miss it?\n\n✅ Learn with experts in tourism\, marketing\, and digital content \n✅ Connect with other entrepreneurs\, creators\, and institutions in the territory \n✅ Discover new ways to promote your services and experiences \n✅ Get inspired to strategically and memorably tell your story \n📚 History & Interesting Facts: \nNorthern Antioquia\, a region characterized by its diverse landscapes ranging from cool mountains to warm valleys\, has a rich history of tourism development\, though often distinct from the more urban-focused tourism of Medellín. Historically\, its appeal lay in its agricultural heritage\, picturesque small towns\, and natural beauty\, attracting visitors seeking a more tranquil and authentic Colombian experience. \nIn recent decades\, there has been a growing recognition of Northern Antioquia’s potential for sustainable and community-based tourism. Efforts by local governments\, chambers of commerce (like the Cámara de Comercio en Medellín\, which organizes the Tourism Forum)\, and community organizations have focused on highlighting its unique cultural traditions\, gastronomic offerings\, and outdoor activities such such as hiking\, birdwatching\, and agritourism.  \nHistorically\, its appeal lay in its agricultural heritage\, picturesque small towns such as San Pedro de los Milagros\, Entrerrios\, Donmatias\, Santa Rosa de Osos\, and Carolina del Príncipe\, and natural beauty\, attracting visitors seeking a more tranquil and authentic Colombian experience. \nJoin our networking group in Colombia on Facebook\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colombia Expats Networking Hub \n \n \n 🌟 Welcome to Colombia Expats Networking Hub! 🌎 Join to our community where you can connect with fellow expatriates\, share your experiences\, and gather invaluable insights about your life in Colombia. 🌆 \n \n \n \n Join Now! URL:https://medellinguru.com/event/second-tourism-forum-in-northern-antioquia/ LOCATION:Juniorato – Casa de Encuentros San Juan Eudes\, San Pedro de los Milagros\, Cl. 44 #49 -105\, San Pedro\, San Pedro de los Milagros\, Antioquia CATEGORIES:Conferences,Culture,Fair,Networking,Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://medellinguru.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Segundo-Foro-de-Turismo-en-el-Norte-de-Antioquia.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Bogota:20250904T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Bogota:20250904T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T144131 CREATED:20250901T224531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T225901Z UID:100926-1757001600-1757016000@medellinguru.com SUMMARY:Reapertura del Vivario Explora DESCRIPTION:Parque Explora’s Vivarium reopens to the public next Thursday\, September 4th. In the renovation process\, 16 public enclosures were designed with adapted ecosystems for the well-being and management of 65 animals\, including frogs\, toads\, snakes\, turtles\, axolotls\, and lizards\, all rescued by environmental authorities from illegal commercialization and possession. \nWithin the Vivarium will also be Biofilia\, an exhibition displayed in 7 institutions across the country that work for biodiversity conservation\, to which Parque Explora and Grupo Argos\, sponsor of the space\, invite. \n📚 History & Interesting Facts:\nParque Explora’s Vivarium is a unique facility dedicated to giving rescued animals a second chance at life\, welcoming and caring for amphibians and reptiles recovered from illegal trade. This commitment to animal welfare underscores a broader message about transforming humanity’s relationship with nature\, emphasizing shared destiny on Earth. The Vivarium’s existence highlights Medellín’s efforts in environmental conservation and education\, offering a space where visitors can learn about biodiversity and the importance of protecting vulnerable species\, especially those native to Colombia’s rich ecosystems. \nJoin our networking group in Colombia on Facebook\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colombia Expats Networking Hub \n \n \n 🌟 Welcome to Colombia Expats Networking Hub! 🌎 Join to our community where you can connect with fellow expatriates\, share your experiences\, and gather invaluable insights about your life in Colombia. 🌆 \n \n \n \n Join Now! URL:https://medellinguru.com/event/reopening-of-the-vivario-exploration/ LOCATION:Parque Explora\, Cra. 52 #73-75\, Aranjuez\, Medellín\, Medellín\, Antioquia\, Colombia CATEGORIES:Culture,Networking,Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://medellinguru.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/4.-Reapertura-del-Vivario-Explora.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250815 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250819 DTSTAMP:20260430T144131 CREATED:20250805T205831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T205831Z UID:99018-1755216000-1755561599@medellinguru.com SUMMARY:Festival Buen Comienzo 2025 - A Fair for Families DESCRIPTION:From August 15 to 18\, Medellín will host the 15th edition of the Buen Comienzo Festival\, a free event that seeks to strengthen family bonds and offer meaningful experiences for early childhood boys and girls\, pregnant women\, nursing mothers\, and their families. The festival\, organized by the Buen Comienzo program\, which aims to provide comprehensive care for children from 0 to 5 years old\, will take place in the four pavilions of Plaza Mayor from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.\, with no prior registration required. \n📚 History & Interesting Facts:\nThis year\, under the theme Fantastic Creatures\, 42 experiences and 40 interactive rooms will be offered\, including a 360° dinosaur world\, play areas with water\, simulated snow\, bubbles\, dancing shadows\, inflatable mazes\, and spaces specially designed for children. \nThe festival is made possible through collaboration between the public and private sectors: 22 companies joined forces with the Medellin Mayor’s Office to create this edition of the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the Flower Festival Medellin 2025 Free PDF Guide in English \n \n \n Since the official program of Feria de las Flores is in Spanish\, we at Medellin Guru have created a guide adapted to the English language for all our readers. Here you can find the contact information\, locations and more details of the events \n \n \n \n Download Here URL:https://medellinguru.com/event/festival-buen-comienzo/ LOCATION:Private: Plaza Mayor\, Calle 41 N° 55-80\, Medellín\, Antioquia\, Colombia CATEGORIES:Culture,Dance,Fair,Music festivals,Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://medellinguru.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/12.-festival-buen-comienzo.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250815 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250819 DTSTAMP:20260430T144131 CREATED:20250805T191305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T191305Z UID:99015-1755216000-1755561599@medellinguru.com SUMMARY:XlVII Festival de la Cometa Jericó 2025 - Kite Festival DESCRIPTION:The sky of Jericó will be filled with color\, culture\, and tradition! From August 15 to 18\, 2025\, we will celebrate the XLVII Kite Festival\, an emblematic festival that this year pays tribute to Jericó’s 175 years with the motto: “History\, culture\, magic\, and carnival.” \nFor four days\, enjoy kite contests\, daytime and nighttime flying\, a parade\, the Trova Festival\, the “Guarniel de Oro\,” a popular stage\, a sancocho contest\, and much more. Additionally\, this year the invited department is Nariño\, with its spectacular Carnival of Blacks and Whites\, which will bring joy and color to this celebration. \n📚 History & Interesting Facts:\nJericó is a picturesque municipality in the Antioquia department of Colombia\, renowned for its natural beauty and rich cultural and religious heritage. It is particularly famous for being the birthplace of Santa Laura Montoya Upegui\, the first Colombian saint. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture\, particularly coffee cultivation\, and the craft of “guarniel\,” a traditional leather bag. \nThe Jericó Kite Festival is one of the region’s most iconic events\, celebrating the tradition of flying kites\, which is deeply rooted in Antioquian culture. This annual festival\, held in August\, fills the sky over Jericó with colors\, featuring thousands of kites of all shapes and sizes. The event attracts visitors from all over and encourages community participation\, with kite contests\, daytime and nighttime flight exhibitions\, parades\, and cultural activities that highlight local identity and the joy of its residents. URL:https://medellinguru.com/event/festival-de-la-cometa-jerico/ LOCATION:Jérico\, Carrera 5 Nr. 7-50 Palacio Municipal "Santiago Santamaría)\, Jericó\, Antioquia\, Colombia CATEGORIES:Culture,Fair,Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://medellinguru.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/11.-festival-de-la-cometa-jerico.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Comfenalco Antioquia":MAILTO:comentarios@comfenalcoantioquia.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Bogota:20250711T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Bogota:20250720T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T144131 CREATED:20250628T013245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250628T013305Z UID:96533-1752228000-1753038000@medellinguru.com SUMMARY:Expoartesano 2025 DESCRIPTION:Expoartesano is a significant national event dedicated to promoting the finest artisanal production from across Colombia. This exhibition serves as a vital platform for artisans to showcase their intricate craftsmanship\, traditional techniques\, and innovative designs\, creating invaluable business and expansion opportunities.\n \n\n📚 History & Interesting Facts:\nVisitors can expect to find a diverse range of products\, from textiles and ceramics to jewelry and woodworking\, each telling a story of cultural heritage and artistic dedication. Expoartesano is more than just a market; it’s a celebration of Colombia’s rich cultural diversity and the exceptional talent of its artisans\, making a significant contribution to the preservation and promotion of traditional arts and crafts. \nJoin our networking group in Colombia on Facebook\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colombia Expats Networking Hub \n \n \n 🌟 Welcome to Colombia Expats Networking Hub! 🌎 Join to our community where you can connect with fellow expatriates\, share your experiences\, and gather invaluable insights about your life in Colombia. 🌆 \n \n \n \n Join Now! URL:https://medellinguru.com/event/expoartesano/ LOCATION:Private: Plaza Mayor\, Calle 41 N° 55-80\, Medellín\, Antioquia\, Colombia CATEGORIES:Culture,Fair,Networking,Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://medellinguru.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Expoartesano-2025.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR