culture

April 4, 2026

Holy Week: Malambo celebrated the festival ‘Lord, you call me, I follow you’

Within the framework of the religious events of Holy Week taking place in the municipalities of Atlántico, Malambo was the scene of a night full of spirituality, music, and family gathering during the eighteenth version of the Catholic music festival ‘Lord, you call me, I follow you’, held in the Plaza Central Marcos Valencia.

Holy Week: Malambo celebrated the festival ‘Lord, you call me, I follow you’

TL;DR

  • The 18th version of the Catholic music festival 'Señor, me llamas, yo te sigo' took place in Malambo, Atlántico, during Holy Week.
  • Around one thousand attendees participated in the event held at Plaza Central Marcos Valencia.
  • Special guests included Chilean singer Marco López, Barranquillan artist Issa María, and Catholic music groups 7 Dones and Menorah.
  • Governor Eduardo Verano de la Rosa emphasized the event's importance for preserving intangible cultural heritage and strengthening social cohesion.
  • Mayor Yenis Orozco highlighted the massive community participation and the positive impact on young people, fostering values and spirituality.
  • The festival is consolidated as a cultural and spiritual reference for the municipality, with successful organization and security.
  • A young attendee, Daniela Barandica, won an electric motorcycle in a raffle.
  • Marco López expressed his gratitude and anticipation for the next edition.
  • The festival promotes adoration, praise, and reflection during Holy Week, being a significant expression of faith in Malambo and Atlántico.