Una vereda de Rionegro produce 2.000 muñecos para quemar el año viejo

diciembre 29, 2025

TL;DR

The tradition of burning "Año Viejo" dolls is a New Year's custom.
In La Playa, Rionegro, families dedicate themselves to manufacturing these dolls, producing between 1,000 and 2,000 figures each December.
John James Gallego Aguirre, an artisan since childhood, makes 70-100 dolls annually, a process starting in November.
Dolls are sold at the José María Córdova airport roundabout, with prices varying based on size and character.
Political figures, particularly President Petro, are the most sought-after characters for the dolls.
Gallego advocates for burning the dolls without gunpowder.
Libardo Antonio Muñoz, another artisan for nearly four decades, produces around 60 dolls per season.
Muñoz notes that while the basic construction of the dolls remains similar, the use of gunpowder has diminished.
Both artisans highlight the symbolic meaning of burning the dolls as a way to leave behind the past year's negativity.
The craft is often a family affair, with multiple siblings and children participating.
Buyers come from Rionegro and surrounding towns like Medellín.

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