culture
February 15, 2026
Battle of Flowers of Memory Sonia Osorio: Tribute to Gabriel García Márquez
The 44th Carnival kicked off in grand style with its first emblematic parade: the 27th edition of the Battle of Flowers of Memory Sonia Osorio, which paid tribute to the birth anniversary of the illustrious writer Gabriel García Márquez.
TL;DR
- The 44th Carnival's first parade, the 27th Battle of Flowers of Memory Sonia Osorio, honored Gabriel García Márquez's birth anniversary.
- The parade's theme evoked the universe of 'One Hundred Years of Solitude,' with yellow butterflies as a central symbol.
- Over 150 folkloric groups, including cumbias, traditional dances, comparsas, and more than 20 costumes, participated.
- The event included international participation from Madrid, Spain, and delegations from various Colombian departments.
- The participation of groups from Córdoba was limited due to an emergency declaration.