Things to do in Medellín from April 13 to 19, 2026
Medellín continues its cultural and business momentum in April with a schedule that, while more moderate than peak-season weeks, still offers relevant plans for those looking for authentic experiences in the city. This week brings together fairs, culture, urban activities, and entertainment spaces that allow visitors and locals to explore Medellín from different perspectives, while maintaining a steady offering throughout the city.
Colombia Travel Expo Medellín 2026
Colombia Travel Expo stands out as the most relevant event of the week in Medellín, bringing together travel agencies, tour operators, airlines, and key players in the industry. This fair turns Plaza Mayor into the central hub for tourism in Colombia for several days, offering travel packages, experiences, business networking opportunities, and options for both travelers and industry professionals.
Beyond its commercial focus, it is a space that reflects current trends in national and international tourism, consolidating itself as the strongest event of the week in the city.
Venue: Plaza Mayor Medellín – Conventions and Exhibitions
Date: April 17 to 19, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Medellín Theater Season
Medellín’s theater agenda maintains a steady schedule throughout this week, with active performances in well-known venues across the city. Spaces such as Teatro Pablo Tobón Uribe and Pequeño Teatro Medellín present contemporary works, classic productions, and local proposals that strengthen theater as one of Medellín’s cultural pillars.
Although it is not a single event, the continuity of performances throughout the week makes this season one of the most relevant cultural plans for those seeking live artistic experiences in intimate, high-quality formats.
Venue: Teatro Pablo Tobón Uribe, Pequeño Teatro Medellín
Date: April 13 to 19, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. depending on the performance
Language Week – University of Antioquia
Language Week is one of Medellín’s most traditional academic and cultural agendas in April, organized by the University of Antioquia as part of Language Day. Throughout the week, the program includes conferences, readings, workshops, and activities open to the public, centered around literature, language, and culture.
It is an event that combines academic and cultural experiences, attracting both students and visitors interested in intellectual activities within the city. Its relevance lies in its historical continuity and in the cultural value it brings to Medellín’s calendar.
Venue: University of Antioquia – University Campus
Date: April 15 to 19, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday Ciclovía Medellín – Main Routes
Sunday Ciclovía remains one of Medellín’s most representative and popular urban plans. Every Sunday, hundreds of people head out to explore the city by bike, on foot, or while jogging, taking advantage of the closure of main roads for exclusive public use. Although it is a recurring activity, it remains highly relevant because of its impact on the local lifestyle and the way it transforms the city into an active, healthy, and social space. For visitors, it is one of the best ways to experience Medellín from within, in direct contact with its urban rhythm. Venue: Avenida El Poblado, Avenida Regional, Laureles Date: April 19, 2026 Time: 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Active Exhibition – Museum of Antioquia
The Museum of Antioquia maintains one of Medellín’s most relevant cultural programs this week, with permanent and temporary exhibitions focused on Colombian and Latin American art. The presence of works by Fernando Botero and other key collections makes this space a must-visit for those looking for a strong cultural plan in the city.
Beyond a traditional visit, the museum offers tours that help visitors understand Medellín’s history, identity, and cultural transformation, consolidating it as one of the most important stops in the city’s active cultural circuit during this week.
Venue: Museum of Antioquia
Date: April 13 to 19, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.