culture
March 31, 2026
Holy Week in Cartagena: discover the plans that are marking the agenda
The Holy Week agenda in Cartagena has begun, promoted by the Mayor's Office of Cartagena and the Institute of Heritage and Culture of Cartagena (IPCC). Starting at 2 in the afternoon in the pedagogical experience zone of the XVI Festival of Sweets and Typical Cartagena Food, in the Plaza de los Coches, there will be conversations and artistic activities today. The 'Saberes y Sabores con historias' program integrates 'Lecto come dulces y escribe con sabor'. Let's paint a story at the Sweet Festival, read aloud, and children's games for all ages.
TL;DR
- Cartagena's Holy Week cultural agenda is free and organized by the Mayor's Office and IPCC.
- Events include the XVI Festival of Sweets and Typical Cartagena Food, the XVI Festival of Choirs and Sacred Music, and the Route of Museums and Religious Sites.
- Activities range from art workshops and storytelling to sacred music performances and culinary experiences.
- The Festival of Sweets runs from March 28 to April 5 in the Plaza de los Coches.
- The Festival of Choirs and Sacred Music takes place from March 28 to April 5 in Plaza de Variedades, Chambacú.