In Medellín, the Flower Festival is experienced among the aroma of freshly roasted coffee and the charm of the surrounding mountains, inviting travelers to discover a city where every silleta and every cup tells a story that captivates the heart.

The Flower Fair is a traditional celebration in Medellín that honors the Paisa culture with silleteros, music, flowers, and events that showcase the region’s pride and history.

Where do the silleteros come from?

In the past, the silleteros walked down from the mountain towns to Medellín, carrying on their backs the ‘silletas’: wooden structures used to transport the flowers they sold in the city. Today, this tradition lives on through the farmers and their families, who craft silletas featuring up to one hundred varieties of flowers, compete for the most beautiful design, and parade each year along the river in a colorful celebration of pride, heritage, and community.

Places to visit during the festival:

PARQUE DE LAS LUCES:
If night falls while you’re exploring the city center, don’t miss it. Three hundred light towers illuminate the space, making you feel as if you’re walking through a forest.

CIUDAD DEL RÍO:
Originally developed to revitalize a former industrial area, it has now become an ideal spot for leisure, art, and culture.

PARQUE DE LOS PIES DESCALZOS (Barefoot Park):
Designed to awaken your senses and spark joy. Walk barefoot and reconnect with your inner child, with the earth, the air, and the water.

Where to stay?

At Hotel Casa Laureles!
Its location is perfect for quickly reaching the main points of interest during the festival.

📍 Located in the Laureles neighborhood.