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Carlos Morales, Anthropologist, Finca 6

Carlos Morales is the anthropologist for the National Museum of Costa Rica at the Finca 6 archaeological site—one of the country’s most important pre-Columbian locations. He was kind enough to

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Photo Stories: Faces of Costa Rica

Every face tells a story. Meet the locals.

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Carlos Morales, Anthropologist, Finca 6

Maikol from Sierpe: without water, without electricity, and a hunter who protects wildlife.

Elisa, La Pajara Pinta. 

Marcia Madrigal, I was born with a paintbrush in one hand and a colored pencil in the other.

The International Arts Festival returns in 2026.

Day by Day in San José

Chocolate masterclass with Memo at Nicuesa Lodge

Angelo, how I love my Limón.

Paquito the Rooster.

The Central Market of San José

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Travel & Places: Beyond the Guidebook​

Alajuela
September 9, 2026

La Fábrica de don Eloy Alfaro. 

The town of Sarchí is the undisputed cradle of Costa Rican national craftsmanship. Its colorful heart beats to the steady rhythm of the brushes and

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Puntarenas
September 2, 2026

The sweet south of Costa Rica rewards those who seek it.

This August I had the great fortune to participate in ExpoGolfo Dulce, the first of a regional trade fair with a tourism emphasis for the

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Cultural Agenda

Upcoming events, festivals, and gatherings.

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September
23

International “Art for Peace” Exhibition Comes to Costa Rica for the First Time

  • ## International “Art for Peace” Exhibition Comes to Costa Rica for the First Time The Museo Histórico Cultural Juan Santamaría and the Fundación Transformación en Tiempos Violentos invite the public to the opening of the International “Art for Peace” Exhibition on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. The traveling exhibition brings together works by more than 100 artists from 30 countries and will be open to the public from September 2026 through January 2027. The exhibition seeks to convey a message of hope, optimism, positivity, peace and change — values that have taken on particular significance in today’s world. This is the first time Costa Rica is hosting the exhibition, highlighting the country’s decision to abolish its army 77 years ago and its commitment to peace as a model to share with the participating nations.

The Museo Histórico Cultural Juan Santamaría and the Fundación Transformación en Tiempos...

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September
18

Night at the Museum: Exhibitions and Live Music in Alajuela

  • Juan Santamaría Historical Cultural Museum

The Juan Santamaría Historical Cultural Museum invites the public to enjoy an...

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September
14

San Ramón to Welcome the Independence Torch with Patriotic Music

  • Alberto Manuel Brenes Park

SINEM San Ramón will hold a ceremonial event to welcome the Independence...

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September
9

Expo Pococí 2026 to Bring Tradition, Culture and Entertainment to Guápiles

  • Campo Ferial Profesor Carlos Rodríguez Alfaro, en Guápiles.

From September 9 to 21, Guápiles will host Expo Pococí 2026, one...

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September
17

Short Films to Showcase Wildlife Stories

  • Cine Magaly, Barrio Escalante / San José centro.

On September 17, Cine Magaly will present a selection of short films...

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September
11

Fiesta de la Lectura Costa Rica to bring together books, authors and cultures in September

The fifth edition of Fiesta de la Lectura Costa Rica will take...

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September
12

Moon Run: A Night Race to Experience San José Differently

Moon Run is a night race that invites participants to explore San...

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September
10

TINI Brings Her FUTTTURA World Tour to Parque Viva

  • Anfiteatro Imperial at Parque Viva in La Guácima, Alajuela

Argentine singer TINI will perform on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the...

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September
19

Caribe Green Fest Returns to Manzanillo for Its 18th Edition

  • Manzanillo, Limón

On September 19 and 20, Manzanillo, Limón, will host the 18th edition...

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September
5

“Sei6 Cu4rtos”: A Play About the Impact of Words During Adolescence

  • National Theatre of Costa Rica

On September 5 and 6, 2026, the National Theatre of Costa Rica...

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Roots & Origins​

Understanding the history that shaped the people.

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Braulio Carrillo Colina : Architecte de l’État Costaricien

1. La Naissance d’une Nation : le Costa Rica au Carrefour Centraméricain L’histoire du Costa Rica moderne ne peut être comprise

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Braulio Carrillo Colina: Architect of the Costa Rican State

1. The Birth of a Nation: Costa Rica at the Central American Crossroads The history of modern Costa Rica cannot

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