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Free music in Bogotá
From May 21 to August 25, enjoy the Music Video Block at la FUGA
May 21 – Aug 25
Muelle de la FUGA
Enjoy three free jazz sessions at the Muelle de la FUGA in downtown Bogotá. Check the dates and come along!
May 28 – Sep 17
El Muelle de la FUGA
We celebrate 90 years of Teatro El Parque with a UNIQUE program throughout August
Aug 1 – Aug 31
Teatro El Parque
Do you like writing science fiction? Workshop for young people at the Cinemateca de Bogotá
Aug 1 – Aug 22
Biblioteca Especializada en Cine y Medios Audiovisuales - BECMA / Cinemateca de Bogotá
Bogotá's Birthday, Summer Festival, Bogotá Gospel and more in the Must-See events
Aug 1 – Aug 14
Varios escenarios de Bogotá
Celebrate Bogotá's 488th anniversary with concerts, food, bike rides, cinema and more. Attend from August 2 to 31
Aug 2 – Aug 31
Varios escenarios
In August, Maloka Bogotá arrives with digital identity, space cinema, and choral music in an agenda for everyone
Aug 3 – Aug 22
Maloka Bogotá
Learn Colombian Sign Language through play and movement in a workshop at CEFE Chapinero
Aug 3 – Aug 16
Centro Felicidad (CEFE) de Chapinero · Chapinero
In August, art and culture celebrate the memory and experiences of older adults in Bogotá
Aug 5 – Aug 28
Ciudad de Bogotá
Exhibition 'La Búsqueda: un lugar de encuentro' arrives at the Cinemateca
Aug 6 – Aug 30
Cinemateca de Bogotá
In August, immersive show 'Universo Cuántico' at the Planetario de Bogotá. Don't miss it!
Aug 6 – Aug 29
Planetario de Bogotá
Discover BibloRed Bogotá's accessible programming for the month of August — let's go!
Aug 6 – Aug 31
Red Distrital de Bibliotecas Públicas de Bogotá (BibloRed)
IDRD celebrates Bogotá's 488th anniversary with sports, music, and free activities at Festival de Verano 2026
Aug 6 – Aug 31
Ciudad de Bogotá
Plan ahead! Enjoy Cycle II of the 8th FUGA Visual and Plastic Arts Biennial through August 15
Aug 11 – Aug 15
Auditorio del Teatro FUGA
Explore the 'Tagmas y Antenas' studio at the Planetario de Bogotá
Aug 12 – Sep 4
Planetario de Bogotá
Reading with My Baby: Celebrating Animal Life (6 to 18 months)
Thu, Aug 13, 10:00 AM
Biblioteca Pública Julio Mario Santo Domingo · Suba
Reading with My Baby: Celebrating Animal Life (18 months to 5 years)
Thu, Aug 13, 11:30 AM
Biblioteca Pública Julio Mario Santo Domingo · Suba
Attend for free in Engativá the play 'Cuando no éramos vacío' and enjoy an experience of art and reflection
Thu, Aug 13, 7:00 AM
Institución Educativa Distrital Garcés Navas
Think love isn't what they say it is? Enjoy an intimate musical experience at CEFE Chapinero
Thu, Aug 13, 7:00 AM
Centro Felicidad Chapinero · Chapinero
'Culturas en Común' arrives in the locality of Engativá with the play 'Cuando no éramos vacío': join in on Thursday, August 13
Thu, Aug 13, 7:00 AM
Institución Educativa Distrital Garcés Navas de Engativá · Engativá
La Franja Sentidos Rebeldes de Idartes Bogotá presents Magdalena Cubides in concert - August 13!
Thu, Aug 13, 7:00 AM
Teatro El Parque de Bogotá
Recharge with a free capoeira class at Centro Felicidad Chapinero: join us on Thursday, August 13
Thu, Aug 13, 7:00 AM
Centro Felicidad (CEFE) Chapinero de Bogotá · Chapinero
Don't miss the free concert by the Bogotá Philharmonic Orchestra: Thursday, August 13
Thu, Aug 13, 7:00 AM
Universidad de los Andes
Want to learn salsa and bachata? Idartes invites you to free classes at CEFE Chapinero in Bogotá
Thu, Aug 13, 7:00 AM
Centro Felicidad (CEFE) Chapinero de Bogotá · Chapinero
Festival de Cine de Derechos Humanos: Herencia - Los cantos de la tierra
Thu, Aug 13, 2:00 PM
Biblioteca Pública Las Ferias · Engativá
Morat live at Movistar Arena in Bogotá - Get ready and enjoy their greatest hits in August 2026!
Aug 14 – Aug 16
Movistar Arena de Bogotá · Teusaquillo
Bogotá Opens Its Theater and Circus Festival with 'Lobo,' a Work About Memory and Conflict
Fri, Aug 14, 7:00 AM
Teatro Jorge Eliécer Gaitán
Bogotá Theater and Circus Festival: don't miss 'Lobo,' the opening show at Teatro Gaitán on August 14
Fri, Aug 14, 7:00 AM
Teatro Jorge Eliécer Gaitán de Bogotá
Great city concert!
Fri, Aug 14, 3:00 PM
Biblioteca Pública Carlos E. Restrepo · Antonio Nariño
Poetry workshop: the dream of stones
Fri, Aug 14, 3:00 PM
Biblioteca Pública CEFE Cometas
August 15, 2026 Rockxy Bar
Fri, Aug 14
Rockxy
Sounds of the City: A Great Concert!
Sat, Aug 15, 10:00 AM
Biblioteca Pública Soledad Lamprea - Perdomo
Great Concert of Bogotá!
Sat, Aug 15, 10:30 AM
Biblioteca Pública Rafael Uribe Uribe
Roots That Sing
Sat, Aug 15, 6:00 AM
The City Sounds to Grow
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00 AM
Biblioteca Pública Las Ferias · Engativá
'Made in Bogotá' at the Bread and Dessert Festival in El Country Park: August 15–17
Aug 15 – Aug 17
Parque El Country de Usaquén · Usaquén
Experience Memory Through Music! Discover 'Roots That Sing' in Bogotá This August 15
Sat, Aug 15, 7:00 AM
La Media Torta
Julieta & Romeo: theatre, Shakespeare & hip hop
Sat, Aug 15, 8:25 AM
Musical Café
Sat, Aug 15, 3:00 PM
Biblioteca Pública Julio Mario Santo Domingo · Suba
Literary Picnic: Reading as Sport
Sun, Aug 16, 5:00 AM
CalmArte: 'Cuerpo Presente' workshop arrives at the National Museum in Bogotá on August 16
Sun, Aug 16, 7:00 AM
Museo Nacional de Colombia en Bogotá
Don't miss 'Circocina Balanceada,' the show opening the 90th anniversary celebration of Teatro El Parque in Bogotá: August 16
Sun, Aug 16, 7:00 AM
Teatro El Parque de Bogotá
Sounds of the Night - Senior Citizens' Club
Tue, Aug 18, 2:00 PM
Biblioteca Pública Arborizadora Alta
Festival Reverso | Poesía y música: Canciones de alegría
Wed, Aug 19, 2:00 PM
Biblioteca Pública El Mirador
Crear con barro
Wed, Aug 19, 3:00 PM
Biblioteca Pública Gabriel García Márquez - Tunal · Tunjuelito
Street Words and Rhythms
Thu, Aug 20, 9:00 AM
Biblioteca Pública Soledad Lamprea - Perdomo
Reading with My Baby: Celebrating Animal Life (6 to 18 months)
Thu, Aug 20, 10:00 AM
Biblioteca Pública Julio Mario Santo Domingo · Suba
Reading with My Baby: Celebrating Animal Life (18 months to 5 years)
Thu, Aug 20, 11:30 AM
Biblioteca Pública Julio Mario Santo Domingo · Suba
August 21, 2026 – Garage Concert Hall
Thu, Aug 20
Cra. 17 #14a Sur-43
Sounds of the City
Fri, Aug 21, 11:30 AM
Biblioteca Pública CEFE Cometas
Live a New Edition of the Fête de la Musique with the French Alliance
Fri, Aug 21, 9:00 AM
Poetry workshop: the dream of stones
Fri, Aug 21, 3:00 PM
Biblioteca Pública CEFE Cometas
August 22, 2026 Garage Salón de Conciertos
Fri, Aug 21
Cra. 17 #14a Sur-43
The Shapes of Imagined Bogotá
Sat, Aug 22, 10:30 AM
Biblioteca Pública Rafael Uribe Uribe
Scientific Illustration
Sat, Aug 22, 11:00 AM
Biblioteca Pública Gabriel García Márquez - Tunal · Tunjuelito
Ven y baila al ritmo de Otto Serge, Beto Zabaleta, Los Diablitos y Ana del Castillo en Vallenato al Parque 2026
Aug 22 – Aug 23
Parque Simón Bolívar
Cartas en el viento
Sat, Aug 22, 2:00 PM
Biblioteca Pública Gabriel García Márquez - Tunal · Tunjuelito
Musical Café
Sat, Aug 22, 3:00 PM
Biblioteca Pública Julio Mario Santo Domingo · Suba
Gaitán al Aire Vol 56: 'Welcome to the jungle' llega al Teatro Gaitán
Wed, Aug 26, 7:00 AM
Teatro Jorge Eliécer Gaitán
Bogotá's Identity Resonates in the New Season of 'En Vivo en El Muelle' at La FUGA in Bogotá
Aug 27 – Nov 26
El Muelle de la FUGA
Festival Orígenes presents Sara Curruchich y Humazapas
Thu, Aug 27, 3:00 PM
The Festival Orígenes Comes Alive in Chapinero
Fri, Aug 28, 1:00 PM
August 29, 2026 RetroRock
Aug 28 – Aug 29
RETRO ROCK BAR BOGOTA
Discover the rich traditions of the Basque Country with 'VasColombia', coming to Teatro El Ensueño in Bogotá
Sat, Aug 29, 7:00 AM
Teatro El Ensueño de Bogotá
September 5, 2026 Rockxy Bar
Fri, Sep 4
Rockxy
FRIENDS PARTY VOL 6
Fri, Sep 4
Cl 12c #2-10
Gaitán al Aire Vol. 57: Ancestral Beats presents 'Human Design'
Wed, Sep 9, 2:00 PM
September 19, 2026 Rockxy
Fri, Sep 18
Rockxy
October 3, 2026 Rockxy
Fri, Oct 2
Rockxy
17 October 2026 Rockxy Bar
Fri, Oct 16
Rockxy
7 Noviembre Rockxy Bar
Fri, Nov 6
Rockxy
13 November 2026 El Origen Beer and Music
Thu, Nov 12
El Origen Pub
December 5, 2026 Rockxy Bar
Fri, Dec 4
Rockxy
December 12, 2026 Garage Concert Hall
Fri, Dec 11
Garage club · Antonio Nariño
Visiting Bogotá? Check out Festivales al Parque and enjoy free music: rock, salsa, vallenato, joropo and more in 2026
Every day
Varios escenarios de Bogotá
About this plan
Bogotá breathes music all year, and a big part of it you can enjoy without buying a ticket. The city has a strong tradition of outdoor concerts, recital series in public libraries, shows at university venues, and events put on by the Mayor's Office or cultural groups that open their doors to everyone. It is a plan that fits any budget and any mood, from a Sunday afternoon of jazz on the ciclovía to a night of rock in a small plaza downtown.
The best part of free music in Bogotá is the variety. You can find symphonic orchestras, jazz groups, independent acts, Andean music, electronic sets, trova, and much more, often in places you would not expect like a church atrium, a neighborhood park, or a shopping mall. Just keep an eye on the cultural calendar, open your ears, and be ready to walk a bit. Sometimes the best concert is the one that shows up unplanned.
What to expect
- Outdoor recitals in parks and small plazas downtown
- Music series in public libraries and university venues
- Concerts organized by the Mayor's Office and cultural groups
- Performances by orchestras, jazz bands, and independent artists
- Afternoons of music on the Sunday ciclovía and at local fairs
FAQ
Is there free music in Bogotá all year?
Yes, there are free options all year. Libraries, universities, and public venues keep a steady calendar, and during seasons like Christmas, cultural festivals, or local celebrations the lineup grows a lot.
Where do free concerts usually happen in Bogotá?
The most common spots are parks like Parque Nacional, Plazoleta del Rosario, or Parkway, as well as public libraries like Virgilio Barco or El Tintal, universities, cultural centers, and outdoor spaces during city fairs.
Do I need to reserve or arrive early for free music events?
Outdoor events usually do not need a reservation, but getting there early helps you grab a good spot. For indoor spaces with limited seating, like libraries or small halls, it is smart to book ahead.