Cartagena always has something going on, especially if you like music and dancing. With 39 events listed for 2026, you'll find plenty to jump into, from spontaneous street parties to organised salsa nights. The energy often spills out into the plazas, making the old city walls feel alive.
The crowds here are keen to enjoy the warm nights and the Caribbean sounds. Getsemaní is a great spot to explore for impromptu gigs or cool bars. Staying in hostels in Cartagena keeps things budget-friendly and central, making it easy to link up with other travellers for whatever the evening brings. Explore stays here.
Top Events Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena Events you can’t miss in 2026
Street parties, salsa beats, old town magic, coastal rhythms.
Best things to do in Cartagena
Convention expo

Feria FAREX
3-11 Jan, 2027
Cartagena, Colombia
Festival

Cartagena Independence Day
11-15 Nov, 2026
Cartagena, Colombia
Festival

Buena Vida Beach Festival
8-10 Jan, 2027
Cartagena, Colombia
Competition

IRONMAN 70.3 Cartagena
29 Nov, 2026
Cartagena, Colombia
Shopping

Christmas Market
17-26 Dec, 2026
Cartagena, Colombia
Competition

Cartagena Caribbean 10K
6 Dec, 2026
Cartagena, Colombia
Concert

San Silvestre Dinner
31 Dec, 2026
Cartagena, Colombia
Festival

Festival de las Antillas
19-20 Dec, 2026
Cartagena, Colombia
Performance show

Liss Pereira
27 Nov, 2026
Cartagena, Colombia
Festival

Cartagena Nautical Festival
13-14 Nov, 2026
Cartagena, Colombia
Class workshop

Zumba Sessions
2 Aug - 27 Dec, 2026
Cartagena, Colombia
Life is Good Cartagena Hostel
1.54km from city centre
From€36.53
Viajero Cartagena - Centro Hostel
1.85km from city centre
From€17.13
Los Patios Hostel
1.42km from city centre
From€13.62
Casa Helena Hostel
1.4km from city centre
From€37.07
Casa Torices Real 12
2km from city centre
From€23.34
Republica Hostel Cartagena
1.96km from city centre
From€15.93
Santuario Getsemaní Hostel
1.3km from city centre
From€21.53
Viajero Cartagena - Getsemaní Hostel
1.64km from city centre
From€16.61