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Costa Rica invites filmmakers from Central America and the Caribbean to international festival

The film festival is one of the main meetings of Central American and Caribbean independent cinema.

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. 

Costa Rica’s National Oxcart Parade in Photos

The National Oxcart Parade celebrated Costa Rican history and traditions in the streets of San José.

National Oxcart Parade will fill the streets of San José on Sunday

Costa Rica will celebrate the 23rd edition of the National Oxcart Parade through the streets of the country's capital.

Cultural events in Costa Rica: May 13-19, 2019

Are arts- and culture-themed events occurring across Costa Rica in the coming days: 

Gustico offers flavors, sights and sounds of rural Costa Rica

The Feria del Gustico continues through Sunday, March 31.

What to do in Costa Rica in December

December is a busy month in Costa Rica, and we've prepared a collection of some under-the-radar events occurring here this month.

What to do in Costa Rica in September

The hustle over the World Cup has ended, along with the pilgrimage to Cartago and Mother's Day. If you're wondering what on earth to...

What to do on the 4th of July in Costa Rica

Two Fourth of July options in Costa Rica.

Benefit concerts for Guatemala to take place in Costa Rica, Mexico

Simultaneous shows in the two countries will raise funds for Guatemala.

Ballet performance raises funds for low-income patients and families

The performances will benefit the Fundación Casa Beatriz, which provides housing and support to low-income families who must travel long distances to San José to receive medical treatment.

13’30 Restaurant hosts exhibit by Guatemalan artist Herssonoe

The restaurant and gallery space offers its first international exhibit.

What to do in Costa Rica in May and June

A few of our favorite events, plus a list of clubs.

Raffle raises funds for Costa Rican cancer screening, treatment

The raffle includes more than 50 prizes and will raise money for cancer screening and treatment.

It’s official: Roger Waters will perform in Costa Rica

'It'll be as spectacular as all my shows have been.'

PHOTOS: The final days of Costa Rica’s International Arts Festival

A look at the close of this year's International Arts Festival in Costa Rica.
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Costa Rica Extends Corporate Email Rule to End of 2026

Costa Rica's Legislative Assembly approved a measure in its first debate on Thursday that extends to December 31, 2026, the deadline for commercial companies...

World Cup Set to Become Biggest Betting Event Ever

Global betting revenue for the upcoming World Cup is likely to be "in excess of $50 billion", betting expert Darren Small told AFP, for...

Costa Rica President Orders Polygraph Tests for Top Officials

President Laura Fernández has widened a controversial order requiring polygraph tests for officials involved in her government's new security strategy, declaring Friday that judicial...

Life in Costa Rica Shows Expats a Different Side of Politics

I moved permanently to Costa Rica for many reasons, but the political situation in the United States was not one of them. And to...