Students, marching bands and cultural groups took part in the Parade in Honour of the Heroes of Independence on Tuesday, November 10. The procession went through Cartagena’s historic centre during the afternoon.
A tribute through music and cultural performances
The event remembered the men and women involved in the events of November 11, 1811, when Cartagena declared its absolute independence from the Spanish Crown. Participants brought music and cultural performances to the historic centre’s streets.
The procession was part of the 2026 Independence Festivities.
The Bando is scheduled for November 12
The next major parade on the programme is the Bando, scheduled for Thursday, November 12, from 10:00 a.m. along Avenida Santander. It is a different event from Tuesday’s tribute in the historic centre.
Before that, Wednesday, November 11, will feature ceremonies marking 215 years of independence, including floral tributes at Camellón de los Mártires and Plaza de la Trinidad in Getsemaní.
