by Sandra Diaz
Barranquilla, Colombia is already buzzing with excitement for its 2026 Carnival, and two major shows promise to mark a turning point in the city’s musical history. The 2026 Rumbódromo del Río will take over the Explanada Puerta de Oro for two consecutive days, February 14th and 15th, with a star-studded lineup that will bring together the best of Latin music on one stage.
This Rumbódromo del Río will not only be a musical spectacle, but a true celebration of the carnival spirit, uniting generations, rhythms, and cultures on a single stage. The organizers have announced a high-level production, with top-notch technical setup, state-of-the-art sound technology, and an experience designed so that all attendees can enjoy two historic nights in the capital of the Atlántico department, on Colombia’s Caribbean coast.
RUMBÓDROMO DEL RÍO / SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14
With Oscar D’ León, Rafa Pérez, Elder Dayán, Churo Díaz, Magic Juan, Diego Daza, Poncho Zuleta, Criss and Ronny, Mono Zabaleta, Dekko, and Martín Elías Jr.
RUMBÓDROMO DEL RÍO / SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15
With Juanes, Silvestre Dangond, Luis Alfonso, Tito Nieves, Sergio Vargas, Iván Villazón, Lil Silvio y el Vega, and Dekko.
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