Festivals in Puerto Rico

Festivals

Season or date: Third week of January

The island's largest street festival held in Old San Juan. Music, parades, and artisan markets continue for four days.

Season or date: Week before Lent

Traditional event lasting over 400 years where colorful vejigante masks and floats parade through the streets.

Season or date: February to March

Classical music festival honoring cellist Pablo Casals, featuring world-class performers.

Season or date: December 28

Humorous festival where countless devil masks appear and mischief and blessings intermingle.

Season or date: Late June to early July

Mountain town decorated with over a hundred varieties of flower seedlings and orchids, attracting gardening enthusiasts.

Season or date: April

Food and rum festival at beachside venues featuring tasting booths from renowned chefs.

Season or date: March

Long-established festival gathering top jazz musicians from around the world.

Season or date: June 23 midnight

Summer solstice eve celebration where jumping backward into the sea three times is believed to bring good luck.

Season or date: February

Event to enjoy highland specialty coffee along with music and folk arts.

Season or date: Autumn

Cultural festival where local artists' performances and shows take place throughout the city.