Sabores de Suiza en Barrio Escalante: Un Festival Gastronómico para Celebrar la Cultura y la Amistad
From June 6 to 15, Barrio Escalante will host a unique event celebrating Swiss gastronomy and its connection with Costa Rica. To commemorate 160 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries, 14 local restaurants will offer menus inspired by Swiss culinary traditions, allowing attendees to taste emblematic dishes from the European nation. A Journey […]
San José, Costa Rica, Recognized as One of the Best Cities to Live in Latin America in 2025
San José, the capital of Costa Rica, has been highlighted in recent international evaluations as one of the cities with the best quality of life in the region. Various sources have emphasized improvements in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and security, which have significantly impacted the well-being of its residents. According to The Economist’s Global Liveability Index, […]
National Song Festival Costa Rica 2025 announces its 10 finalists
In an emotional gathering held in the foyer of the National Theater of Costa Rica, the organization of the 2025 Costa Rica National Song Festival (FENCCR) presented the 10 finalists who will grace the stage of that iconic venue of Costa Rican culture at the gala that will select the winning artist for the festival’s […]
Big Band of the National Institute of Music is touring concerts in France.
he Big Band of the National Institute of Music (INM) has begun its first international tour in France, where it will give three concerts at different venues and participate in the meeting of the Ministerial Council of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Founded in 2015, the Big Band is an ensemble of […]
The leather craft is the protagonist in the 2025 edition of the ‘Nuestras Artesanías Tradicionales’
In the 2025 edition of the contest “Our Traditional Crafts,” the thematic focus has been selected as the leather trade, a practice that has its roots in the pre-Columbian period and which, over time, has maintained techniques, tools, and meanings that reflect the relationship between humans, the territory, and culture. Leather craftsmanship is a legacy […]
The Symphony Orchestra and National Symphonic Choir will premiere the work ‘Song of Peace for the Ocean’.
The premiere will take place on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 7:30 p.m., at the Teatro Popular Melico Salazar, with free admission for all audiences. The work is part of the commitment of the Government of Costa Rica to the culture of peace and the protection of the marine environment, and it will also be […]
Program of the Transitarte Festival 2025: Three Days of Art, Culture, and Fun
From March 28 to March 30, San José comes alive with the Transitarte Festival 2025, a free celebration that brings together the best of art, music, and creativity. With a wide variety of activities spread across different parks in the city, this event promises something special for all tastes and ages. Below, we present a […]
Festival Transitarte 2025: Celebración Cultural en el Corazón de San José, inicía hoy.
The Transitarte Festival is one of the most anticipated cultural activities in Costa Rica, and this year it takes place from March 28 to 30 in San José. This free event brings together artists, families, and visitors to enjoy a unique experience that combines art, music, theater, gastronomy, and workshops in iconic spaces such as […]
Modularis: Open Ceramics
organized by the Chair of Ceramics of the School of Plastic Arts at the University of Costa Rica (UCR) and the Calderón Guardia Museum. The purpose of the exhibition is to explore and generate connections around the practice of contemporary ceramics, promoting innovation, experimentation, and free creative expression; concepts that stimulate the research of the […]
Ofelia Taitelbaum: From Ombudsman to Protagonist of a Judicial Scandal in Costa Rica
OOfelia Taitelbaum Yoselewich, a prominent figure in Costa Rican politics, transitioned from her role as Ombudswoman—a position dedicated to safeguarding citizens’ rights—to being at the center of one of the country’s most notorious corruption cases. The case, which began in 2014 following a complaint filed by María de los Ángeles Otárola, has been closely monitored […]