By The Rio Times | Created at 2026-08-21 15:16:22 | Updated at 2026-08-21 16:02:13
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Colombia · WHAT’S ON
Key Facts
- —Dates Gastrofest 2026 runs from Thursday 3 September to Sunday 20 September 2026, a total of 18 days.
- —Organiser The Bogota Chamber of Commerce, reported by El Tiempo on 20 August 2026
- —Restaurant routes Up to 60 establishments take part across three geographic areas: centre and south, north, and Sabana Centro.
- —Cooking competition The Concurso de Cocina features 21 restaurants and food businesses from Bogota and Cundinamarca.
- —Dish prices Participating restaurants offer dishes from about 12,000 to 15,000 Colombian pesos, roughly US$3.90 to US$4.90.
A citywide food festival turns Bogota into a dining destination for more than two weeks this September.
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Gastrofest, Bogota’s biggest food festival, returns for 18 days from Thursday 3 September to Sunday 20 September 2026. With up to 60 restaurants taking part, it is a chance to eat across the city without breaking the bank.
What Is Gastrofest
Gastrofest is a citywide food festival organized by the Bogota Chamber of Commerce, known locally as the Camara de Comercio de Bogota. It has two main parts: a set of restaurant routes and a festival area inside a larger fair.
The restaurant routes, called Territorios Gastrofest, involve up to 60 establishments across the city. In addition, the Festival Gastrofest sits inside the Feria del Hogar, a large annual home and lifestyle fair held at Corferias.
Exact Dates and Times
The festival runs from Thursday 3 September to Sunday 20 September 2026, which is exactly 18 days. That means you have more than two weeks to plan your visits.
However, no daily opening hours have been published for the festival or the participating restaurants. So check with each venue directly before you go.
What to Do
Your main activity is simple: eat. You can follow the restaurant routes in three areas of Bogota, or head to the festival stand inside the Feria del Hogar.
For example, twelve establishments will have a stand in the Territorio Gastrofest at the fair from 3 to 20 September. Meanwhile, a cooking competition called the Concurso de Cocina features 21 restaurants and food businesses competing for attention.
Getting There
The restaurant routes cover three geographic areas: the centre and south of Bogota, the north of the city, and Sabana Centro. Sabana Centro is the belt of municipalities immediately north of Bogota, including Chia and Cajica.
Corferias, where the festival stand is located, is Bogota’s main exhibition centre. Although no street address has been published for 2026, it is a well-known venue that most taxi drivers will recognize.
Who Is Affected
Gastrofest affects anyone who loves food, whether you are a long-term expat or a short-term visitor. The festival brings together restaurants and food businesses from Bogota and the surrounding department of Cundinamarca.
Because the routes span three different areas, you might find yourself traveling across the city. Still, the competition and the fair stand offer a concentrated experience if you prefer to stay in one place.
What It Means for Residents
For residents, Gastrofest is a chance to explore neighbourhoods you might not usually visit. The routes are designed to highlight the culinary diversity of the centre, south, north, and Sabana Centro.
Moreover, the festival is a boost for local businesses, as it draws attention to small restaurants and food stalls. As a result, you can support the local economy while enjoying a meal out.
Dish Prices and Budget
According to Gastrofest communications, dishes at participating restaurants cost from about 12,000 to 15,000 Colombian pesos. At the exchange rate of 3,062.96 pesos to the US dollar on 21 August 2026, that is roughly US$3.90 to US$4.90.
Remember, those are dish prices, not an entry fee. No entry price has been published for the festival, so budget for food and transport only.
Tips for Enjoying Gastrofest
Plan your route in advance, since the festival covers a wide geographic area. For example, if you want to try the competition dishes, head to the Feria del Hogar at Corferias.
In addition, bring cash in Colombian pesos, as smaller restaurants may not accept cards. Finally, be flexible with your schedule, because popular spots might get busy during the 18-day run.
Gastrofest 2026 Highlights
The main highlight is the sheer number of participating restaurants: up to 60 across the three routes. Another is the Concurso de Cocina, where 21 establishments compete for culinary glory.
Overall, Gastrofest is a food lover’s dream, offering affordable dishes and a chance to taste the region’s flavors. So mark your calendar for September and get ready to eat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to buy a ticket for Gastrofest?
No ticket price has been published for Gastrofest itself. However, the Festival Gastrofest is inside the Feria del Hogar at Corferias, which may have its own entry fee.
Which restaurants are taking part in Gastrofest?
The full roster of participating restaurants has not been published yet. Up to 60 establishments are involved in the restaurant routes, and 21 compete in the Concurso de Cocina.
How much do dishes cost at Gastrofest?
Dishes at participating restaurants cost from about 12,000 to 15,000 Colombian pesos, roughly US$3.90 to US$4.90. That is the price per dish, not an entry fee.
Where exactly are the Gastrofest routes?
The routes cover three areas of the city. They are the centre and south of Bogota, the north, and Sabana Centro, which includes Chia and Cajica.
Sources: El Tiempo; Cámara de Comercio de Bogotá; Corferias.
