A look inside Costa Rica’s Good Friday processions
A preview of San José's Good Friday procession, with sights and sounds from last year's event.
Costa Rica invites filmmakers from Central America and the Caribbean to international festival
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A year ends with no party: The Fiestas de Zapote
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Happy Fourth of July from The Tico Times
Break out your red, white and blue, rehearse the "U-S-A!" chant, and double-check your internet connection, because most of this year's Independence Day celebrations are going to be virtual.
Party like it’s 1996: Backstreet Boys captivate packed crowd at Parque Viva
More than 25 years after they were formed, the Backstreet Boys performed in Costa Rica for the first time.
Osa Conservation to celebrate Álvaro Day, honoring father of Costa Rica’s national parks
On Feb. 15, Osa Conservation will host the second annual Álvaro Day, honoring the legacy of one of Costa Rica's most influential environmental figures.
Prepare to party: Costa Rica readies for Fiestas de Palmares 2020
The Palmares tope is one of the country’s most famous, with cowboys from all over the country turning up to show off their riding skills and sometimes other talents.
Barrio Chino hosting ‘Food Fest’ celebration in San José
Barrio Chino in San José is celebrating Christmas early.
The Good Witches of Puntarenas Costa Rica
Ferimar Navidena 2019 in Puntarenas is a three-day festival starting Friday, Nov. 29 through Sunday Dec. 1.
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The National Oxcart Parade celebrated Costa Rican history and traditions in the streets of San José.
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