12is12 Posted May 5, 2022 Posted May 5, 2022 Hey guys, does anyone have any experience with this event? I was online for almost an hour, but couldn't find program or registration in english.... Can the festival be combined with action, or r locals too busy to bother with sex craved gringos? Quote
Members macdaddi Posted May 5, 2022 Members Posted May 5, 2022 Great question. The Fería de las Flores is an 8 day festival that takes place annually in Medellín, generally during the first two weeks of August. It is the most important cultural event in Medellin and was greatly missed during Covid. This year it takes place August 7-15, 2022. Here is a local listing (in spanish) of the major events During the festival there are literally hundreds of free events across the city, from concerts, to live shows, fireworks and car shows, and the main event, the parade of Silleteros. These are elaborate floral displays carried by a single person that can weigh up to 70kg. Some examples below. The awards for the week are presented at the Estadio Giradot, the main fútbol stadium in Laureles in one of few paid entry events. So to answer your question about horny boys -- the city is practically a non-stop party for over a week. Every bar and club will be hosting special events as la Fería de las Flores takes over the city. Think of Rio in the week leading up to Carnival. There are plenty of fresh faces and boys that normally do not go outside of their home neighbourhood. Many Colombians travel to the festival as well. So there are plenty of opportunities to meet and hook up during this festival. I will be in Medellin for La Fería as this year marks the return to street parties and public events like the parade since the pandemic began. It is certain to be a good time. Latbear4blk and Primeone385 2 Quote
Members macdaddi Posted May 6, 2022 Members Posted May 6, 2022 Others noted that I forgot the link https://www.cuandopasa.com/index.php?v=v46953j and then I found this site in English https://www.carnifest.com/the-flowers-festival-in-medellin-feria-de-las-flores-2022/. The Parade of Silleteros (Desfile de Silleteros) takes place on Monday, 15 August 2022 and marks the end of the celebrations. Like the Samba parade in Rio, you can purchase tickets for comfortable box seating to watch the parade or you can watch for free along the street. I tried to find the exact location (it can move around) and did not see anything published. Traditionally the parade makes its way from the Cerro Nutibara to Estadio Giradot along the Autopista Sur. Officially the Fería de las Flores begins on Monday. August 8 this year but the city will be jumping starting Saturday, 6 August as people from the neighbouring regions make their way to Medellin. Primeone385 and Latbear4blk 2 Quote
Members macdaddi Posted July 23, 2022 Members Posted July 23, 2022 Updated schedule of events The Sillertero parade will come down Avenida del Rio to 59a where they will exit to enter the Giradot stadium. The 2022 Flower Festival Itinerary While the city is still working to get the final details published, there are a few things that we know for certain will be taking place. Check out the below schedule and events to know what’s coming up. Confirmed Schedule: Event Date Location Launch of the Flower Festival July 27 Aeroparque Juan Pablo II Obelisk Innaugural Concert August 5 Stadium Sector Ball de las Flores TBD Aeroparque Juan Pablo II Vasquez Building Flower Decorations August 5 – 15 Vásquez Building Music and Food in Pueblito Paisa TBD Pueblito Paisa Party in Parque de los Deseos TBD Parque de los Deseos Escenerio Colombia TBD Ciudad del Rio Todos Somos Uno TBD Teatro Pablo Tobón Uribe Parque de las Flores TBD Parque Juanes de la Paz Escenario Infantil TBD Parque Norte Bicycle Parade TBD The Whole City La Feria en Mi Corregimiento TBD Santa Elena, San Cristóbal, San Antonio de Prado, Altavista, San Sebastián de Palmitas Art Circuit of Medellín Barrio Colombia, Provenza, Perpetuo Socorro, Palacio Nacional Don Omar y Juan Luis Guerra The Kings Concert August 12 Anastasia Giradot Stadium Silletero Parade August 15 Avenida del Rio Feria de Flores Kick-Off Event The Flower Festival will kick off with a concert featuring national artists as well as local food stalls. There will be multiple fairground activities and experiences for you to participate in, too. Although the exact start time is still to be determined, the event is set for July 27th in the Aeroparque Juan Pablo II. With an expected turnout of 10,000 people, this is going to be one big event! Concerts If there’s one thing Colombians love, it’s dancing, and at the Flower Festival, opportunities to sway your hips abound. The festival has a ton of different concerts, all featuring different genres and musical styles. There are also a mix of paid and free concerts to attend, so if you’re not looking to shell out a bunch of money on tickets, you can still listen to some good jams. Quote
