Christmas in Medellín 2025
In 2025, Medellín will be decked out for the holidays with the EPM Christmas Lights “En Navidad, Medellín Te quiere” and the Medellín Te Quiere Christmas Festival: more than 8 million lights paying tribute to the city’s 350th anniversary and EPM’s 70th anniversary. For 46 nights, locals and visitors will enjoy a light tour of 61 points throughout the city, with cultural programming and more than 120 free artistic activities in the 16 communes and 5 districts.
Alumbrados EPM 2025
“En Navidad, Medellín te quiere”
The EPM 2025 Lights reach their 58th edition with the concept “At Christmas, Medellín loves you”, a hand-woven fantasy that celebrates two very special anniversaries: the 350th anniversary of the founding of Medellín and the 70th anniversary of EPM.
More than 8 million LED bulbs, around 25,000 hand-knitted figures, and nearly 600 kilometers of light tubing, crafted by approximately 150 artisans who are heads of households, transform the city into a grand Christmas setting that spans 61 locations, including parks, avenues, neighborhoods, and the five districts of Medellín.
| Season: from November 28, 2025 to Monday, January 12, 2026. Hours: Every day from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight. |
The main route: a walk of light along the Medellín River
The heart of the Alumbrados is located on the Paseo del Río – Parques del Río, with a route of approximately 1.5 km along the Medellín River. It is the ideal place to begin your Christmas experience in the city.
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Illuminated townships
The five districts of Medellín also shine with the EPM Lights, inspired by a traditional Christmas full of symbols, characters, and holiday scenes. All the decorations can be visited between November 28 and January 12, from 6:00 p.m. to midnight.
Christmas in the neighborhoods: 16 illuminated districts
EPM Lights are also present in the main parks of the 16 districts and other representative areas of the city. In total, 43 parks in Medellín have Christmas decorations, creating a large neighborhood route that you can explore every night.
Christmas Festival
“Medellín te quiere”
During the season, more than 120 free public activities are held in the 16 municipalities and 5 districts, in addition to events organized by private partners who join in the celebration. Bring the December festivities to every corner of the city!
The Christmas Cultural Park transforms Barefoot Park into a large stage for musical revues, concerts, dance, trova, and comedy.
Local groups, orchestras, ballets, and comedians perform during several themed nights, with programming that usually runs from 7:00 p.m. to midnight and free admission.
Schedule:
- November 30 – 350 YEARS NIGHT: 350 Years musical revue, Combo de las Estrellas, Gildardo Montoya Jr., and others.
- December 1 – BOTERO NIGHT: César Escola with the Music Network and his Christmas musical, Ballet Botero with the Eafit Orchestra, Bomby, and the Aicardi Brothers.
- December 2 – CUMBIA NIGHT: Vocal Ensemble, Sociedad de la Cumbia, and Los Corraleros de Majagual.
- December 3 – ILLUMINATED NIGHT: Soulticio, The Little Prince, Milagros, María Cristina, and Lucho Bermúdez Orchestra.
- December 4 – COMEDY NIGHT: Comedy Festival: Los Sedosos del Ritmo, Monologues, Luz Amparo, Giovanoty, and César Mora Orchestra.
- December 5 – TROVA PARRANDERA NIGHT: Trova parrandera festival and double bill with 12 kings. La Toma parrandero and El Boquiabierto.
They bring music and festivities directly to the neighborhoods of Medellín. These are traveling parades with dance troupes, choirs, and Christmas characters that visit different areas of the city.
Each caravan makes stops at parks and main streets in certain neighborhoods, generally between 6:00 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.
Programming:
Saturday, November 29:
- Robledo 6:00 p.m.
- Santander neighborhood, 7:30 p.m.
- Doce Octubre Library Park 9:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 4:
- Santa Cruz 6:00 p.m.
- Santo Domingo 7:30 p.m.
- Gaitán Park 9:00 p.m.
Friday, December 5:
- Laureles 6:00 p.m.
- La Floresta 7:30 p.m.
- Boulevard At 99 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 6:
- Bethlehem 6:00 p.m.
- Christ the King 7:30 p.m.
- The Village 9:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 7:
- Boston 6:00 p. m.
- Aranjuez 7:15 p.m.
- Villa Hermosa 8:30 p.m.
- La Milagrosa 9:45 p.m.
Turn different parks in the city into venues for concerts and artistic performances, using EPM lighting as a backdrop. Each date takes place in a different park with live music, dance, and family programming.
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Date: November 29 – December 14
Programming:
- November 29: Saint Anthony of Prado
- November 30: Saint Helena
- December 4: Boston Park
- December 5: Villa Hermosa
- December 6: Doce de Octubre Library Park
- December 7: Palmitas
- December 8: Altavista
- December 11: La Floresta
- December 12: Saint Dominic
- December 13: Christ the King
- December 14: Saint Christopher
Spaces designed for families to enjoy at night, combining lighting, gastronomy, and culture:
- Pueblito Paisa: November 29, 30, and December 6, 7, 13, and 14
- Christmas Square in Ciudad del Río: December 9 to 14
Regular hours: from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Follow the main route of the river lights with dance troupes, pipers, characters, and storytellers moving along the Parks of the River.
It is perfect for those who want to explore the river and, at the same time, encounter small performances, live music, and street art during the season.
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Date: November 28 – December 30
Location: Parks along the river
The Calle de Artistas is an urban circuit for discovering local talent: street musicians, independent groups, and performing arts take over the following locations: Plaza Botero, Junín, and Parque Lleras.
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Date: November 28, 29, December 5, 6, 7, 12, and 13
A spectacular show that brings mythical and fantastical characters from popular tradition to life. It winds its way through the main streets of the city center with illuminated floats, dance troupes, bands, and artistic groups.
- Date: December 8
- Time: 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Places along the route: Pablo Tobón Uribe, La Playa, La Oriental, San Juan, and Parque de las Luces
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Final tips...
With lights, concerts, parades, and Christmas markets, Medellín wants you here: walking under the lights of the river, sampling local flavors in the neighborhoods, visiting the townships, and enjoying the Christmas Festival program.
Book your accommodation in advance, especially between December 7 and 15 and at the end of the year.
Check the updated official schedule to choose the dates according to the events that interest you most.
Explore the city center, the river, and also neighborhoods and townships, where you can experience a local and authentic Christmas.
