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Merry Christmas!

Wishing you a wonderful holiday!

Thanksgiving in Costa Rica was a long time coming

In this #TBT piece, we looked back on days of turkey scarcity.

Honoring those who served on Veterans Day

On Thursday, the United States recognizes Veterans Day, commemorating the men and women who have served in the U.S. military. The holiday is recognized across...

Halloween in Costa Rica: The When, Where and How Masquerade day is Celebrated

In anticipation of Halloween Day, people all over the world dream of scary or comical elaborated costumes. Halloween is a festival celebrated in the...

Happy Mother’s Day!

Happy Mother’s Day from Costa Rica!

Happy Passover from Costa Rica!

The Tico Times extends its wishes for a wonderful Passover.

Four cantons will enforce dry law during Holy Week

Four of Costa Rica’s 82 municipalities have confirmed that they will prohibit the sale of alcohol during Holy Week.

The national symbols of Costa Rica

The national symbols of Costa Rica represent the country, its people and its traditions. 

Costa Rica cancels its biggest year-end parade due to pandemic

Costa Rica’s Festival de la Luz, a holiday parade through the heart of San José, typically fills the capital with holiday spirit. But not this year.
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Costa Rica to Introduce Advanced Blood Test for Early Detection of Cancer

In 2026, Costa Rica will finally gain access to one of the world’s most advanced medical technologies. one capable of simultaneously detecting nine types...

US Sends First Deportation Flight to Post-Maduro Venezuela

A plane carrying 231 Venezuelans touched down at Maiquetia International Airport in Caracas today, marking the first deportation flight from the United States since...

Costa Ricans Honor Community Roots at the Palmares Festival

The Fiestas de Palmares 2026 began yesterday with a parade through the streets and the opening of the PalmarINK art gallery. Thousands gathered for...

Multi-vehicle crash leaves General Cañas gridlocked

A violent multi-vehicle crash on the Autopista General Cañas (Route 1) late Thursday night triggered hours of closures and heavy congestion Friday morning on...