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Every November in Calamar, Guaviare, the Golden Raft Festival (Festival de la Balsa Dorada) is celebrated, a cultural celebration that highlights the history, traditions and natural wealth of this Amazon region and which has become one of the main events in the region's festive calendar. .
The festival has a varied program. One of the main events is the parade of comparsas in which the Calamarans pay tribute to their cultural diversity and biodiversity.
The indigenous peoples of the region, the llanera culture and the emblematic toninas (the name by which the Amazonian freshwater dolphin is known) are represented with colorful costumes and creative costumes. In addition to the parade, sports activities, horseback riding, fireworks shows, and craft and gastronomic fairs are also held.
Live music is another of the great attractions of the festivities, with performances by local and regional artists who perform llanera, norteño music and other popular genres.
The Golden Raft Festival (Festival de la Balsa Dorada) is an event that strengthens the cultural identity of Calamar, promotes tourism and highlights the value of its natural environment, in addition to being a tribute to the indigenous roots of the region.
