The Vallenato Legend Festival is an annual music festival held in Valledupar, Colombia, celebrating the traditional music genre known as vallenato. This festival typically takes place in late April and features various competitions, including the prestigious Vallenato King contest, where talented musicians showcase their skills in playing the accordion, singing, and songwriting.
The festival attracts thousands of visitors and includes performances by renowned vallenato artists, cultural exhibitions, and local food vendors. It serves as a platform to promote and preserve vallenato music, which is recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.