A man in a black t-jersey poses in front of a black and white mural, while to the right there is a festival poster with Argentine flags and the text "Pueblada Fest."
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Kuka tears: Kirchnerists organize a festival against Milei in Córdoba

A small group of Kirchnerist activists is calling for the 'Pueblada Fest' on Tuesday the 22nd in protest against Javier Milei's event

In the final countdown to the "Derecha Fest" with Javier Milei as the central figure, a sector of Córdoba's Kirchnerism is trying to insert itself into the agenda. Under the name "Pueblada Fest," K supporters are attempting to set up an alternative event in Plaza Colón. The ridiculous proposal originates on social media and resembles a meme more than an actual call to action.

Behind the organization is the account "Milei Culiadazo," used to post hurtful content against the President's image. In recent days, they released a spot showing that Milei's presence in Córdoba gives them anxiety.

The main flyer states that the event will take place on Tuesday, July 22. Unlike the libertarian festival with ticket sales and confirmed speakers, this initiative seems like an improvised gathering of Córdoba's small K niche.

A man wearing a black t-jersey that says
On their social media, they expressed the anxiety that a private event causes them, and they provided an alias so people can donate some pesos (pounds) for the event | La Derecha Diario

An event completely adrift

To finance the festival, they shared a Mercado Pago alias and are appealing for donations. The posts are getting a couple of likes and retweets, but  on Córdoba's streets, they're losing by a landslide. In Córdoba, Kirchnerism has been in decline for years and currently doesn't control even a single relevant district.

The contrast is striking. While Derecha Fest is gaining support and selling tickets at a record pace, the "contrafest" is collecting coins and applause only from its own supporters. The asymmetry is not only economic but also symbolic:  some are betting on filling an auditorium, others on gathering a handful of hurt Kirchnerists.

Advertising poster for an event called Derecha Fest featuring several people in the foreground and details about the date, location, and ticket sales in Córdoba
Derecha Fest, with attendance almost sold out, is set to be a resounding success in the province where Javier Milei received 75% | La Derecha Diario

Derecha Fest: sold-out tickets and confirmed national figures

Meanwhile, Derecha Fest is moving forward with total success in attendance. It will take place on Tuesday, July 22 at Hotel Quorum and will feature the presence of Javier Milei, Agustín Laje, Nicolás Márquez, Gordo Dan, among others. Tickets were sold online and over 90% of the capacity is already sold out.

The strategy is clear: to show strength in the province where Milei swept with over 75% in the runoff.Córdoba is liberal territory and the event aims to reinforce that image with a powerful staging. Unlike "Pueblada Fest," the entire operation is planned with structure and professionalism.

Promotional poster for an event called Derecha Fest in Córdoba with photos of the speakers, names of the talks, and the date July 22 at 5:00 p.m. at the Quorum Hotel
The event will feature the presence of Javier Milei, Agustín Laje, Nicolás Márquez, Gordo Dan, among others | La Derecha Diario

The organizers indicate that they expect a full house. Local and national leaders will join, with speeches focused on defending the ideas of liberty. Expectations are high and the comparison with the attempted counter-festival is inevitable.

But at its core, "Pueblada Fest" exposes the power vacuum of Córdoba's Kirchnerism. With its main figures out of the picture and no structure in place, they're resorting to tears as a last resort.

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