The start of the year in Cartagena de Indias is not only marked by its warm climate and enchanting atmosphere on the Caribbean coast. It is also the season when the city comes alive with some of the most important cultural, artistic, and musical events in Colombia and Latin America.
If you’re looking for a destination that combines beauty, history, beaches, and a vibrant cultural life, Cartagena is the perfect place to experience unforgettable moments in these first months of the year.
Cartagena International Music Festival
January 4-12, 2026
For nine days, Cartagena transforms into an unparalleled stage for classical music. Concerts in colonial churches, plazas, and iconic theaters, performed by renowned national and international artists, make this festival a sublime encounter between music, architecture, and history. A world-class event that connects lovers of sound art with the soul of the city.
Until January 12, 2026
The region’s most important art and crafts fair brings together creators from across the country and Latin America. Ethnic fashion, handmade objects, unique textiles, and cultural expressions are all part of an exhibition that values authenticity and celebrates the diversity of traditions. It’s an ideal opportunity to acquire exclusive pieces and connect with the talent of artisan communities.
January 29 to February 1, 2026
One of the world’s most important literary gatherings returns to Cartagena with its unmistakable blend of thought, literature, journalism, science, and culture. Authors, thinkers, musicians, and artists share ideas in settings open to dialogue and inspiration. The Hay Festival is an invitation to see the world from different perspectives, with Cartagena as its backdrop.
FICCI – Cartagena International Film Festival
April 14-19, 2026
Latin America’s oldest film festival celebrates cinema at its finest. Independent productions, talks with filmmakers, open-air screenings, and international premieres fill Cartagena’s nights with magic. FICCI transforms the city into the meeting point for the region’s audiovisual industry and a showcase for emerging talent.
A cultural experience, from the heart of Cartagena
Staying at Mustique’s boutique hotels, located in the heart of the Historic Center, means becoming an active part of this vibrant cultural scene. From our restored colonial houses, guests can walk to the main venues, experience the city from within, and enjoy an experience that combines personalized hospitality, living history, and a close connection to art, music, and the spoken word.
Whether from a flower-filled balcony or a terrace overlooking the colonial domes, Cartagena is experienced differently when done in the right place.
Cartagena 2026:
Culture, music, art and hospitality in one destination.
Discover our homes and get ready for a season full of inspiration.
