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Bogotá celebrates 488 years of history with the 2026 Summer Festival featuring diverse sports and cultural events.

The administration announced that Bogotá is celebrating its 488th anniversary with the 2026 Summer Festival, a week-long series of free public activities from August 25 to 31. The festival highlights include the 'Ciclovía Nocturna: Paseo bajo las estrellas,' a 94-kilometer nighttime ride and walk scheduled for August 27, which features new cultural stations along the Seventh Avenue. Other major events include the National Paracycling Cup at the El Salitre Velodrome, the National Interligas Hapkido Championship, and a District Motorcycle Grand Prix. The festival also features artistic performances for seniors at the Palacio de los Deportes and an international rapid chess tournament in Suba. These events aim to promote physical activity, sustainable mobility, and cultural integration across the city's parks and sports venues. The administration recommends that citizens check the official website and social media for specific schedules and locations.

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