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Pre-Columbian Treasures to Be Saved Before Costa Rica’s New Airport Build

Authorities in Costa Rica plan to recover archaeological artifacts from the site of the proposed Southern Zone International Airport in Palmar Sur de Osa....

Costa Rica Picnic Festival 2026 Lineup Headlined by Christina Aguilera, Maná and Nodal

Picnic Festival organizers revealed the lineup for the 2026 edition yesterday, setting the stage for two days of live music at Centro de Eventos...

Top Prize Unsold in Costa Rica’s Gordo Navideño Lottery Draw

The Gordo Navideño 2025 draw wrapped up last night with a twist that left many stunned: the top prize went unclaimed because the winning...

What to Know About Costa Rica’s Gordo Navideño Lottery

Today marks the day thousands across the country have waited for: the draw of the Gordo Navideño 2025. Run by the Junta de Protección...

Costa Rican Christmas Traditions: The Nativity Scene

Christmas is a very special celebration for Ticos (Costa Ricans, as most of the readers of the Tico Times already know, are affectionately known...

Iron Maiden Set to Rock Costa Rica Again in 2026 Tour

British heavy metal icons Iron Maiden have locked in their return to Costa Rica, delivering a major win for local fans. The band will...

Costa Rica’s Festival of Light Brings Drone Shows and Northern Lights Theme

The Festival de la Luz returns to light up the capital this Saturday, December 13, marking nearly 30 years as a key Christmas tradition...

Why Tamales Are at the Heart of Christmas in Costa Rica

In Costa Rica, the Christmas season is closely linked to traditional dishes, among which tamales hold a special place. They’re an essential element on...

Bad Bunny Wows Costa Rica Crowd with Hits and Heartfelt Words

Bad Bunny delivered a powerful performance last night at the National Stadium, kicking off two sold-out dates on his DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS World...

Costa Rica Joins Martin Garrix’s 16-City Americas Tour Lineup

Dutch DJ Martin Garrix has added Costa Rica to his list of stops for the Americas Tour set for 2026. The electronic music producer...
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Costa Rica Presidential Hopefuls Unite Against Fernández in Debate

In last night's heated presidential debate hosted by the Tribunal Supremo de Elecciones, Laura Fernández of the Partido Pueblo Soberano came under heavy fire...

Property Owners in Costa Rica Face Strict January 15 Luxury Tax Cutoff

Property owners in Costa Rica have just days left to meet the deadline for the 2026 Luxury Home Tax. The Ministry of Finance issued...

Panama and US Set to Launch Canal Defense Drills

Panama and the United States will start joint military exercises on Monday to bolster defenses around the Panama Canal. This marks the first extended...

How Altitude Shapes Flavors in Costa Rican Coffee Beans

Coffee growers in Costa Rica know that elevation plays a key role in how beans develop and taste. Farmers in regions like Tarrazú and...