Corpus Christi, often celebrated with a public holiday in Colombia, is a significant festival in the Catholic calendar. The celebration is not confined to the country's Catholic Church but is highlighted with remarkable processions and traditional dances throughout the Colombia. This festival, held on a Thursday, 60 days after Easter Sunday, is designed to celebrate the Eucharist as the body of Christ.
Colombia's version of Corpus Christi is a demonstration of its rich cultural heritage. Indeed, Boyacá, a department in the country, is renowned for its elaborate Corpus Christi festivities. The streets of the towns and villages are lined with colorful and religious-themed carpets made of sawdust, a spectacle that draws crowds of locals and tourists alike to witness the vibrant and uplifting procession. In these processions, the sacrament is carried through the streets, symbolically bringing God’s blessings upon the homes and people it passes. Traditional Colombian dances also form a big part of the celebrations adding vibrance and energy to the occasion.
Aside from the processions and dances, Corpus Christi in Colombia is also characterized by several Mass services, prayers, and other liturgical celebrations. Such activities take place in the various churches across the country making the holiday a deeply spiritual event for the people involved. As with many Colombian holidays, Corpus Christi provides an opportunity for families to gather and celebrate their faith together. The holiday, thus, underscores Colombia's strong Christian traditions and the central role of the Catholic Church in the lives of its people.