The Black and White Carnival Tour is a vibrant experience that lets you be part of Nariño’s biggest celebration. During this tour, you’ll enjoy parades, dances, and the colors of the famous carnival, which gathers thousands of people to celebrate the region’s cultural diversity. Feel the excitement of this unique event and discover the rich traditions surrounding the festival. Additionally, you’ll participate in mask and costume workshops, allowing you to immerse yourself even more in the magic of this carnival full of history, art, and joy.
Recommendations:
Wear comfortable clothing and dark colors for the Day of Blacks.
Use sunscreen and bring a camera to capture unforgettable moments.
It’s a cultural fusion festival where indigenous, African, and Spanish traditions blend in an explosion of music, dances, and parades.
Participants enjoy parades, Black dances, and the talcum powder and paint battle.
The carnival takes place in early January, specifically from January 2nd to 7th, marking the start of the year with a grand unity celebration.
Tourists can join the parades, take part in the talcum powder battle, and paint their faces or bodies with traditional colors like black and white as part of the celebration.
The Black and White Carnival was declared a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2009, standing out as a unique cultural expression event.
The carnival festivities have over 100 years of history, originally a celebration of the region’s cultural diversity.
During the Battle of the Whites, attendees are invited to use white paint to symbolize unity between races.