This weekend, Palmira's Zamorano neighborhood hosts the 43rd edition of the Negros and Blancos Carnival, celebrating Nariño traditions. Organized by the Fundación Nariñense de Zamorano Palmira with municipal support, the event features folklore, music, and southern Colombian cuisine. Locals and visitors will enjoy typical dishes and artistic performances over two days.
The Negros and Blancos Carnival in Palmira's Zamorano neighborhood, Valle del Cauca, reaches its 43rd edition this weekend. On Saturday, January 10, and Sunday, January 11, 2026, La Carbonera Boulevard will serve as the hub for this festivity that brings the spirit of southern Colombia to the city. The Fundación Nariñense de Zamorano Palmira, or Funzap, spearheads the organization, backed by the Palmira Mayor's Office and the municipal Secretariat of Culture.
Zamorano, a neighborhood largely inhabited by families from Nariño and their descendants, opens its doors to a full display of its cultural heritage. The program encompasses folklore demonstrations, Andean musical rhythms, and an array of traditional dishes rooted in ancestral recipes. Culinary highlights include roasted cuy, baked pork, cheese empanadas, paila ice cream, and chicha, beverages and stews that connect generations.
Artistically, the stage will come alive with performances by renowned groups such as Los Betas de Colombia, Los Fronterizos, Laura Michel, and Grupo Andino Son. These acts blend traditional sounds with modern elements, showcasing Nariño's musical wealth. Beyond entertainment, the event reinforces Palmira's multicultural identity, fostering coexistence among diverse communities in a city renowned for its regional blending.
This gathering solidifies Zamorano as a stronghold of southern traditions, inviting Palmira residents and outsiders to join in a cultural preservation effort that goes beyond festivity to affirm shared roots.