MCJ Ignites Christmas with Art, Tradition, and Community: “It’s Time to Share”
San José, November 4, 2025. There are moments in the year when the country seems to pause to remember who it is. November ends, December peeks around the corner, and in the cities, although no one says it, something in the rhythm changes. The first lights are turned on, the windows smell of tamales and […]
Costa Rica Sounds in a Jazz Key: The 506 Jazz Fest 2025 Is Born, a New Window to the World
From November 20 to 22, five stages across the country will come alive with national and international talent San José, October 30, 2025. Costa Rica will mark a new milestone in its cultural calendar with the first edition of the 506 Jazz Fest 2025, a festival that will bring together music, tourism, and cultural diplomacy […]
Cambronero: Route 1 Reopening Imminent After Major Landslide
San Ramón, Costa Rica — November 2025. The section of Route 1 in Cambronero, closed since October 4 due to a major landslide, is nearing the end of its emergency reconstruction phase. The collapse occurred in the area known as Vuelta del Cristo, where intense rainfall triggered a structural failure over 100 meters long. The […]
Costa Rica launches “Fogón Futuro”: the national strategy that turns its cuisine into a driver of identity, sustainability, and development
The Ministry of Culture and Youth today presented the Fogón Futuro National Gastronomy Strategy, a national roadmap that connects producers, cooks, communities, academia, and the tourism sector to strengthen Costa Rican cuisine as a living heritage and a driver of sustainable development. The Ministry of Culture and Youth (MCJ), in partnership with the Parque La […]
Art City Tour Returns to San José: Everything You Need to Know About “Noche en Blanco 2025”
San José is getting ready to transform once again into a vibrant nocturnal museum. Art City Tour, the cultural initiative that has redefined how we experience the Costa Rican capital, returns with one of its most anticipated editions: “Noche en Blanco 2025” (White Night 2025). If you’ve ever wanted to explore the cultural treasures of […]
Costa Rica: 6th Most Innovative Country in Latin America in 2025
Costa Rica has positioned itself as a benchmark in innovation within Latin America, ranking 6th among the most innovative countries in the region according to the 2025 Global Innovation Index (GII). This achievement highlights the progress the country has made in key areas such as technology, education, and sustainability, consolidating its role as a strategic […]
Costa Rican Economy Grows at a Steady 4.8%: Free Trade Zones and Services Lead the Dynamism
The Costa Rican economy is experiencing one of its best moments in recent years. According to official data from the Central Bank of Costa Rica (BCCR), the country recorded a year-on-year growth of 4.8% in the Monthly Index of Economic Activity (IMAE) in August 2025, representing the highest rate in more than two years. This […]
Legendary El Clásico: Real Madrid vs. FC Barcelona to be held in Costa Rica in 2026
Costa Rica will host one of the most anticipated football events for fans of Spanish clubs: the Legendary El Clásico between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona. The match is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at the National Stadium in La Sabana. The official confirmation was issued by the Ministry of Economy, […]
Costa Rica Begins Cold Front Season: What Are They and What Do They Mean?
Costa Rica has officially started its cold front season. The first one of 2025 has already been felt during the early days of November, marking the beginning of a period where northern winds, cooler nights, and clear skies take center stage. But what exactly are cold fronts, how do they form, and what can we […]
WordCamp San José 2025: Innovation and a Tech Community Uniting Latin America!
This weekend, we had the privilege of witnessing an extraordinary edition of WordCamp San José 2025, the most important gathering for the WordPress community in Costa Rica and the LATAM region. We at People of Costa Rica are filled with pride to see how organizers, volunteers, and attendees came together to create a diverse, inclusive […]