Cultural festivals announced in Guaviare and Guararé

San José del Guaviare, Colombia, has announced the XXXII edition of the Yurupary de Oro International Festival, scheduled for October 9 to 12, 2026. The event celebrates the intersection of Llanero folklore and Amazonian indigenous traditions, featuring music, dance, and ancestral knowledge sharing.

In Panama, the National Mejorana Festival in Guararé is preparing for a massive influx of over 100,000 visitors. To manage the crowds, the Ministry of Health has launched special sanitary operations in the Los Santos province. Health officials are conducting inspections of food establishments and reviewing food handlers to ensure compliance with hygiene and water storage regulations during the festivities.