Barranquilla Carnaval Parade Experience
Parading in the Batalla de Flores at the 2027 Barranquilla Carnival
The Batalla de Flores isn't just another parade. It's the event that officially opens the Barranquilla Carnival, a tradition dating back to 1903. It began as a way to celebrate the end of the Thousand Days' War: rather than violence, the people of Barranquilla chose to swap weapons for flowers, joy, and dancing, staging a peaceful "battle" to reconcile the country.
Today, it's the biggest and most spectacular event of the entire Carnival. For hours, the cumbiódromo on Vía 40 and the surrounding streets become a river of people, filled with monumental floats, ancestral folk groups, and the most spectacular comparsas in Colombia.
It's an overwhelming explosion of live music, traditional costumes such as the Rey Momo, the Marimonda, and the Garabato, and a euphoric crowd covered in foam in a celebration like no other.
By booking this experience, you'll have the unique opportunity to live all of this from the inside, parading with an official comparsa during the Batalla de Flores 2027.
What Will the Experience Be Like?
We'll pick you up from your hotel in Barranquilla and take you to the preparation area. There, we'll begin with a talk covering the history, the characters, and the deep significance of the comparsas within the Carnival.
You'll then join the ranks of the Carnival makers themselves. You'll receive your costume, and local dancers will teach you the basic steps and parade protocols while passing on that unmistakable Barranquilla energy.
When the parade gates open on Carrera 54, we'll enter the cumbiódromo and you'll feel like one of the crew. You'll walk and dance your way through the entire Batalla de Flores, surrounded by live music, floats, and thousands of spectators cheering as you pass.
We'll finish the parade after approximately 8 hours in the emblematic Barrio Abajo, the historic heart of the Carnival, where the party carries on at every corner. See you next time!
More Information
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup
Transport by minibus or bus
English–speaking guide
Parade with a comparsa
Parade costume
Not included
Hotel drop–off
Food and drinks
When to book?
You can book up until 6 days before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Do I need to know how to dance to participate?
A - No. Before the parade, you'll receive a brief orientation covering the basic steps and tips for enjoying the experience with the troupe.
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Q - What happens if it rains?
A - The Batalla de Flores usually takes place even in light rain, unless the official Carnival organizers announce changes for safety reasons.
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Q - Does this activity require being in good physical condition?
A - Yes. It is recommended that you be in good physical condition to walk, stand, and participate actively for several hours.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Vivamos Colombia Travel Corporate name: VIVAMOS COLOMBIA DMC SAS Registered Office: MZ H PRIMA LT 11 BRR VILLAGRANDE DE LAS INDIAS, Cartagena, Colombia Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 9016117237 Contact information Email: pavapaola@gmail.com Phone: +57 3142839340
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis, we offer tickets at official prices, with full transparency and exclusive benefits for our users. In a few exceptional cases (less than 5%), these rates may be slightly higher than the ticket office price as they include booking fees and/or audio guides. The advantage is that your spot is guaranteed, and you won’t have to wait in line at the ticket office(although there may still be wait time at security and to access the monument).
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.