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In Girardota, a town in the Aburrá Valley just 25 kilometers from Medellín, the Dance and "Sainete" Festivals (Fiestas de la Danza y El Sainete) are held annually, with which Girardotans pay tribute to this form of popular street theater that has been the department's intangible cultural heritage since 2017.
The "sainete" is an artistic expression that combines theater, dance and music, in a brief performance. Brought to America by the Spanish during the Colony, the sainete in Antioquia was popularized by the slaves who found in it a way to mock their masters through ridiculous stories.
Nowadays, the sainete maintains this same spirit, serving to tell humorous stories of trivial events that occur in the towns.
During the holidays, different groups represent these pieces with colorful costumes and exaggerated masks. In addition to this, the festivals include Andean dance and music samples, as well as food and craft fairs, where you can taste typical dishes and purchase local products.
The Dance and Sainete Festivals (Fiestas de la Danza y El Sainete) in Girardota not only celebrate art and culture, but also strengthen community ties, promote tourism and preserve local traditions, establishing themselves as one of the most loved and anticipated festivities in the cultural calendar. of Antioch.
