The Barranquilla Carnival does not wait for Saturday morning on Vía 40; it begins the very moment your plane touches down in Barranquilla on Friday afternoon. To break the ice, immerse you in Caribbean hospitality, and ensure you receive all your credentials before the massive parades kick off, Pamar Travel hosts an exclusive gathering for all our travelers: the Official Friday Welcome Party.
Discover why this Friday, February 5 gathering is consistently ranked by our guests as one of the most delightful and heartwarming highlights of their entire vacation.
1. What Happens at the Friday Welcome Party?
On Friday evening, after checking in to your hotel and settling into your room, we welcome you at our private hospitality venue designed for relaxed mingling and authentic Caribbean culture:
- 4 Complimentary Ice-Cold Beers per Traveler: Toast to your Caribbean getaway with refreshing local brews (Club Colombia, Águila) and settle comfortably into the tropical climate.
- Tasting of Authentic Coastal Street Food: A generous platter highlighting the best of regional culinary heritage: golden crispy egg arepas (arepas de huevo), savory yucca carimañolas filled with artisanal costeño cheese, and fresh criolla meat empanadas.
- Live Folkloric Millo Music: A traditional live ensemble playing the ancestral cane millo flute and percussion drums, with local dancers teaching you fundamental cumbia footwork so you feel completely confident on the parade route.
2. Hand-Delivery of Starter Kits & Official Wristbands
Instead of battling chaotic lines across city ticket outlets, our team hands you your Official Starter Kit (Sombrero Vueltiao, shirt, cinch bag) and RFID parade wristbands directly during the welcome party. We review your weekend transportation schedule, answer questions, and introduce your dedicated group leads.
🍻 Start Your Carnival with the Warmest Toast!
The Welcome Party is 100% included across all official Pamar Travel packages. Reserve your spot today!
