To avoid possible inconveniences, some restrictions have been established.
The Ibagué mayor’s office has established a series of prohibitions to ensure that the festival takes place in a safe and orderly environment. In previous years, the lack of compliance with these rules has caused various problems that affected both attendees and the city. Therefore, it is crucial that all participants respect these regulations to fully enjoy the festival and preserve its festive spirit.
Through Decree 0456 of 2024, the municipal administration announced the following prohibitions within the framework of the activities of the Folk Festival. Although some seem obvious, it is worth remembering them for both locals and tourists.
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What can’t be done
-The sale of beverages and food in motor vehicles.
-Parking of vehicles in front garden areas and platforms.
-The sale and use of flour, foams, vuvuzelas and gunpowder in public spaces.
-The use of sound amplification equipment during caravans and parades.
-The presence of street vendors with wheelbarrows, motorcycles or human or animal-powered vehicles during the parades.
-The sale of alcoholic beverages and cigarettes by minors.
Likewise, it was reported that public service connections that are not authorized by the providing companies cannot be installed and that single-use disposables are not used.
“People who receive permits cannot expand the permitted areas, which are 4X4 meters; In addition, they must always carry the card to be identified.”indicated Jhon Ferley Amaya, director of Public Space.
Please note that anyone caught violating these measures will have to pay fines of up to one million pesos.
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