Theater Play “Para vestir santos” Returns to the Juan Santamaría Historical and Cultural Museum with a New Adventure
The Ministry of Culture and Youth, through the Juan Santamaría Historical and Cultural Museum, in co-production with RA Producciones and Teatro Los de a Pie, invites the public to enjoy the second part of the play “Para vestir Santos.” The Ministry of Culture and Youth, through the Juan Santamaría Historical and Cultural Museum, in co-production […]
Juan Santamaría International Airport welcomes “The Lives of a Fruit” exhibition of traditional crafts
Through a strategic alliance for cultural promotion, the Ministry of Culture and Youth, via the Directorate of Cultural Heritage, and Aeris Holding Costa Rica have partnered to bring national and international audiences closer to Costa Rican cultural expressions with a traveling exhibition that highlights traditional craftsmanship techniques. The Directorate of Cultural Heritage aims for this […]
50 Years Since the Discovery of the Diquís Stone Spheres: History, Meaning, and Current Theories
At the heart of the Diquís Delta, in the southern Pacific region of Costa Rica, lies one of the greatest archaeological enigmas of the American continent: the famous stone spheres. This year marks fifty years of formal research into these unique objects, internationally recognized for their geometric perfection and inscribed in 2014 on UNESCO’s World […]
Performance “The Forgotten Hero” Commemorates the 169th Anniversary of the Battle of Rivas and the Deed of Juan Santamaría
To commemorate the 169th anniversary of the Battle of Rivas and the heroic act of soldier Juan Santamaría on April 11, 1856, the Juan Santamaría Historical and Cultural Museum (MHCJS), located in Alajuela, will present the performance “The Forgotten Hero,” by the Folkloric and Cultural Association “La Malacrianza.” San José, March 31, 2025. To commemorate […]
National Symphony Orchestra to Perform Under the Baton of Six-Time GRAMMY Winner Giancarlo Guerrero
The National Symphony Orchestra of Costa Rica (OSNCR) will present its second Official Season Concert of 2025 this Friday, April 4, and Sunday, April 6, at the National Theatre of Costa Rica, under the baton of one of the most internationally recognized Costa Ricans in the field of music: Giancarlo Guerrero, multiple GRAMMY Award winner. […]
Osa Awakens Its History with Culture, Music, and by Honoring Its Pre-Columbian World Heritage Sites
The Brunca Region is celebrating! The Ministry of Culture and Youth, along with the National Museum of Costa Rica, is preparing a cultural festival on April 10, 11, 12, and 13, 2025, in the areas of Palmar Norte, Palmar Sur, and Sierpe, as well as other places in the canton of Osa, with the 2025 […]
“My Son Walks Just a Little Slower”: Play explores mental health and the complexity of family relationships
Teatro de la Aduana opens its doors to immerse the audience in the dynamics of a family coping with the neurodegenerative disease of Branko, a young man whose physical condition presents constant challenges; however, the real story lies in the internal conflicts, the love, the frustrations, and the hope that surround his loved ones. San […]
“Once Upon a Time… Territory” program begins its 2025 season in Parrita
From March 24 to April 4, the Parrita Technical High School in Puntarenas is serving as the venue for the “Once Upon a Time… Territory” program in its first 2025 season. San José, March 26, 2025. From March 24 to April 4, the Parrita Technical High School in Puntarenas is serving as the venue for […]
Popular dance “Swing Criollo” nominated for UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
The Ministry of Culture and Youth announced that Costa Rica has nominated the popular dance Swing Criollo for UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. San José, March 27, 2025. The Ministry of Culture and Youth announced that Costa Rica has nominated the popular dance Swing Criollo for UNESCO’s Representative List of […]
Students of the National Institute of Music venture into the innovative world of music for films and video games
With the goal of exploring new opportunities in the music industry, advanced students from the National Institute of Music will have the chance to receive professional training in the fascinating world of composing and performing music for films and video games. Moravia, March 27, 2025. With the goal of exploring new opportunities in the music […]
