Santa Marta 500 Years | Viva Ceremony & “Heart of the World” Concert

🎶 2. The “Heart of the World” Concert
A musical journey through the Caribbean and mestizo essence of Santa Marta:

Regional winners such as Gaiteros de Pueblo Santo, Los Hijos de la Sierra, Kombilesa Mí, among others. Santa Marta Al Día+1elinformador.com.co+1Radio Nacional de Colombia+4regioncaribe.org+4elinformador.com.co+4.

Folklore and fusion stars such as Adriana Lucía, Ana del Castillo, and Wilfran Castillo, as well as powerful urban fusions with Systema Solar, Bomba Estéreo, and Mily Pikotera. Nación Costeña+4regioncaribe.org+4Radio Nacional de Colombia+4.

International influences: the legendary Orquesta Aragón and the iconic Daymé Arocena (Cuba). Santa Marta Al Día+4regioncaribe.org+4Radio Nacional de Colombia+4.

Key Schedule:

2 p.m.: Start with the Living Ceremony

At dusk: Start of the concert, with the participation of President Petro eldato.co+8Radio Nacional de Colombia+8Radio Nacional de Colombia+8.

🌿 3. Ancestral Payment Ceremony
Before the concert, President Gustavo Petro will lead a ritual payment ceremony in Mamatoco and El Rodadero, along with mamus from the Sierra Nevada regioncaribe.org+9Nación Costeña+9Santa Marta Al Día+9.

This event seeks to restore the connection with indigenous peoples, recognize their historical rights, and consolidate the ancestral memory of Santa Marta Nación Costeña+1Santa Marta Al Día+1.

✅ 4. Why you can't miss it?
Historic moment: Heritage celebration (July 20) and founding celebration (July 29) coincide.

Multisensory experience: spiritual, musical, visual, and heritage.

Deluxe lineup: featuring local, national, and international artists.

Samario pride: a declaration of identity, memory, and future.

🧭 5. Practical tips for attending
🕑 Arrive early: the event starts at 2 p.m. and a large crowd is expected.

🧢 Bring sunscreen, water, and something to eat.

🛵 Use safe transportation (apps + taxis recommended).

📱 Stay informed about routes and road closures on the official social media platforms @santamartadtch and @indetursmr.

🎟️ The event is free, but we encourage you to support local art.

🌟 6. What's next after July 29th?
Additional commemorative events are still available:

Event Date Details
Festival of Cultures/CASA por la Paz July 18–20 At Quinta de San Pedro, including art, knowledge, and popular economies. Radio Nacional de Colombia +12 LA JORNADA +12 regioncaribe.org +12 Ministry of Culture +3 Calendar 2025 Colombia +3 enguardia.co +3.
Hay Festival July 22–23 Literature and thought with international figures, at Pombo and Teatro Santa Marta. Radio Nacional de Colombia cadenaradiallalibertad.com.co Opinion Caribe.

Upcoming patriotic events: The military parade on July 20, held as the national main event in Santa Marta, will also be available.

🎯 In summary
The Viva Ceremony and the "Heart of the World" concert on July 29 represent the heritage culmination of half a millennium of history. An invitation to experience the vibrant and diverse soul of Santa Marta through music, spirituality, and collective memory. If you're looking to be part of an unforgettable moment that blends identity, community, and celebration, this is the event you can't miss.