Volunteer Day at Simón Bolívar Urban Nature Park: Education and Environmental Action
The ProParques Association invites individual volunteers to take part in a volunteer day at Simón Bolívar Urban Nature Park, where they will work alongside Starbucks volunteers in activities that support the protected area and accessibility projects within the park. This initiative is part of the “Education and Environmental Action” project, made possible through the support […]
Safari Through Stories and Legends in Barrio Amón
ChepeCletas will host the walking tour “Safari Through Stories and Legends: A Morning in Amón,” a guided experience that invites participants to discover the history, architecture, and traditional tales of Barrio Amón. The tour includes visits to iconic landmarks and captivating stories about events that have shaped the history and collective memory of San José […]
Colombian Youth Philharmonic & Per Poc Puppet Company – A Carnival with Don Quixote, Puppets and Animals
Date: Monday, November 16 and Tuesday, November 17Times: 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on both daysLocation: Aula Magna, University of Costa Rica About the Performance:This spectacular interdisciplinary production will bring together music, theater, and large-scale puppetry in a vibrant artistic celebration. The program features two iconic works: El retablo de Maese Pedro by Manuel de […]
Carlos Núñez (Bagpipes and Recorders) – Celtic Beethoven
Date and Time: Tuesday, October 27, 7:00 p.m.Location: Teatro Popular Melico Salazar About the Performance:Acclaimed Galician musician Carlos Núñez presents Celtic Beethoven, a unique concert that explores a lesser-known side of Ludwig van Beethoven’s musical legacy. Joined by Costa Rican musicians, Núñez revives a selection of the more than two hundred arrangements Beethoven created based […]
Juan de la Rubia (Organ) – Gaudí’s Universe Through the Organ of the Sagrada Família
Date and Time: Saturday, September 19, 7:00 p.m.Location: Basílica de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles About the Performance:Renowned organist Juan de la Rubia, principal organist of Barcelona’s iconic Sagrada Família, presents a unique and immersive musical experience inspired by the artistic universe of architect Antoni Gaudí. The concert explores the connections between Gaudí’s Gothic and […]
Harmonia del Parnàs (Baroque Ensemble) – Music, Dance and Love in the Spanish Baroque
Date and Time: Thursday, August 20, 7:00 p.m.Location: Aula Magna, University of Costa Rica About the Performance:The renowned early music ensemble Harmonia del Parnàs, under the direction of Marian Rosa Montagut (harpsichord), presents a captivating journey through the musical, theatrical, and lyrical heritage of 18th-century Spain. Performed using historical instruments and historically informed performance practices, […]
David Sancho Jazz Trio – Presentation of the Album Mind in Progress
Date and Time: Friday, July 10, 7:00 p.m.Location: Teatro Popular Melico Salazar, San José. About the Performance:Accompanied by Jesús Caparrós on electric bass and Fran Gayo on drums, acclaimed Madrid-based pianist David Sancho presents his album Mind in Progress in a concert that pushes the boundaries of contemporary jazz. Blending improvisation, modern rhythms, and innovative […]
Javier Perianes (Piano) – Tribute to Manuel de Falla
Date and Time: Thursday, June 25, 7:00 p.m.Location: National Theatre of Costa Rica, San José. About the Performance:This special piano recital is presented in two parts and explores the artistic connections and mutual influences between the work of Manuel de Falla, the Romantic genius of Frédéric Chopin, and the musical brilliance of Isaac Albéniz. The […]
Masquerade Parades – June 2026, San Antonio de Desamparados
Throughout several days in June 2026, traditional masquerade parades will take place in the streets of San Antonio de Desamparados, featuring different starting points and schedules. The program includes a special children’s parade as well as daytime processions through various neighborhoods. This community cultural event is open to the public and offers an opportunity to […]
World Wide Knit in Public Day – Textile Gathering and Fénix Handmade Market in Heredia
Celebrate World Wide Knit in Public Day with a community gathering dedicated to knitting, embroidery, and creative crafts, combined with the Fénix Handmade Market featuring local artisans, live music, and a creative workshop space. The event will take place at the Omar Dengo Cultural Center in Heredia on June 13, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 […]
