Cartagena Events: October to December 2026
Plan around Cartagena’s cultural calendar, with time for the city and the islands.
What to know
October brings the Independence festivities’ preludes; the main Independence celebrations take place in November. December combines Christmas programming and the Pastel Cartagenero food festival. Check the city’s official agenda below before making arrangements. Official information.
Plan your visit
Choose your priorities before booking. On busy festival days, allow extra time for transfers and ask your accommodation about access to nearby streets. Keep an island day separate from an evening event if the return time is important to you.
Choose your experience
Compare the activities and day trips in our catalog, then send your date and group size to our team. We will confirm the itinerary, meeting point, price and conditions before you book.
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