Feria de Bogota (August): Month-long festival celebrating city's founding with concerts, theater, bullfights, flower exhibitions, and street performances throughout the city. Family-friendly activities and international performers draw huge crowds.
Festival Iberoamericano de Teatro (March, biennial): Major theatrical festival showcasing plays from Latin American, Spanish, and Portuguese-speaking countries. World-class performances and experimental theater for 10+ days in even-numbered years.
Festival de Verano (Summer Festival, July): Music and performing arts festival featuring concerts, theater, and cultural events celebrating Colombian and international artists.
Holy Week (Semana Santa, March/April): Religious processions, especially at Monserrate. Independence Day (July 20): National celebrations, parades, and festivities. Christmas Season (December): Nativity exhibitions, concerts, and festive decorations throughout the city. Day of Black Cultures (May 21): Celebrations honoring Afro-Colombian heritage and contributions.
Bogota Comida de Reses celebrates bullighting tradition. Jazz Festival (November) features international and Colombian jazz artists. Film festivals and art exhibitions occur regularly at museums and cultural centers year-round.