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About the Flower Festival in Colombia

What is the Feria de las Flores About?

The "Feria de las Flores" (Flower Festival) is one of the most anticipated cultural events in Medellín, Colombia, celebrating the city's rich floral heritage and vibrant culture. The official inauguration of the Medellín Flower Festival 2025 marks the beginning of this annual celebration, which typically includes a series of parades, cultural events, music concerts, and exhibitions, making it a highlight of the city's cultural calendar.
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What is the History of the Flower Festival in Medellín?

The Flower Festival in Medellín is a vibrant celebration that showcases the city’s spirit and transformation. Since the first Silleteros Parade in 1957, it has become an iconic event, drawing locals and tourists to enjoy its color, culture, and joy. Bellow, you can find helpfull content to learn more about this important event for the Colombian culture.

DATES

When is the Flower Festival?

The Medellin Flower Festival in 2025 will take place from August 1st to August 10th. August 1st marks the start of the festival and serves as the inauguration day. Following this, the Feria de las Flores will commence with numerous activities.

Given that the official program provided by the Mayor’s Office of Medellin is in Spanish, we have prepared a free guide in English.

SAFETY

Is the Flower Festival Safe?

Medellín is generally considered safe during the Feria de las Flores. However, like any large event, it is important to have emergency numbers on hand in case of any unforeseen circumstances.

We have created two emergency guides with contact information for the police, hospitals, and the US embassy.

Flower Festival Guide 2025

The official Feria de las Flores program is in Spanish, but don't worry! We at Medellín Guru have created an easy-to-follow guide in English, specially for our expat readers. Download it for free and get ready to experience all the magic of the festival!

Do I Need a Travel Health Insurance To Attend the Flower Festival in Medellín?

Yes, it is highly recommended, especially when attending large events like Medellín’s Flower Festival (Feria de las Flores). The festival draws massive crowds, increasing the likelihood of minor accidents, heatstroke, or other common ailments. Furthermore, unexpected medical emergencies can be incredibly expensive for foreigners, as public healthcare services may be limited and private clinics can charge significant fees. Prioritize your well-being and secure your health by getting your travel assistance policy online.

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Medellin Guru Blogs

What should I know before attending the Flower Festival in 2025?

On the Medellin Guru site, we have a comprehensive series of the Feria de las Flores in Medellin that are kept up-to-date every year and should show the most relevant facts of every annual festival. These articles include information about history, safety tips, events, paisa culture, the parades, fincas silleteras and more.

Unmissable Events

Desfile de silleteros
10
Aug
August 10 @ 2:00 pm

68th Desfile de Silleteros – Silleteros Parade

Super Concert Flower Festival 2025
09
Aug
August 9 @ 6:00 pm

Super Concert Flower Festival 2025

Chivas and Flowers Parade
09
Aug
August 9 @ 12:00 pm

Chivas and Flowers Parade / Heroes of the Homeland Parade

Grand Final of the National Festival of the Trova
08
Aug
August 8 @ 4:00 pm

National Festival of the Trova

Classic Cars Parade - Desfile de Autos Clásicos y Antiguos
07
Aug
August 7 @ 10:00 am

Classic Cars Parade – Desfile de Autos Clásicos y Antiguos

Av. Primavera Parade
03
Aug
August 3 @ 2:00 pm

Av. Primavera Parade: Calle, Ritmos y Flores

EXPAT STORIES

Previous Flower Festival Editions

This is how we lived La Feria de las Flores in Medellin Guru, accompanied by our readers and other expats who love the City of Eternal Spring.
Visitors wish to enjoy the Flower Festival in Medellin Colombia - Photo by Alcaldía de Medellin
Expat Checklist

How to attend the Flower Festival Medellin 2025?

Here is a list of things to do that you may want to consider if you want to attend the Medellin Flower Festival 2025.

Register in the events you want to attend in advance

In Medellin Guru Flower Festival Guide 2025 you can find the contact information of the event's organizers and links to buy your tickets.

Secure your travel purchasing your medical insurance online

To be safe in Medellin and face any emergency that may occur, get your travel health insurance and enjoy Medellin's Festival Worry-Free!

Download our Colombia Emergency Guides

We have created two safety guides that contain the Colombia emergency phone numbers, steps on how to report a crime, contact information and locations of major police stations and hospitals, and U.S. embassy information.

Medellin Guru FREE Guides

Many of our readers are not fluent in Spanish. That is why we have created several FREE downloadable PDF guides in English to provide helpful information about the fair, emergency numbers, and other relevant information that you, as an expat, should know while traveling in Colombia.

Flower Festival Guide 2025

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.

Colombia Emergency Directory

This all-inclusive manual comprises a collection of critical emergency helplines, encompassing those for police stations and hospitals in major cities nationwide.

Safety Guide for US Citizens

This Safety Guide for US Citizens guide comprises helpful information and services accessible through the American Embassy in Bogota.

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