Puerto Rico Guest® A Travel & Sports®, Inc. MasterGuide™ to Puerto Rico, © 2008 Select Language English | Español | Deutsch | Francais | Portugues Expert Help | Email this page | 34249 | Packages / Coupons / Auctions | Create Your MasterGuide™ | Advertise Puerto Rico > Events Gallery Nights in Old San Juan By:Travel and Sports Staff, June-2006 Note: Gallery Nights are only held during high season Art, wine and the opportunity to stroll the beautiful cobblestoned streets of Old San Juan come together the first Tuesday of each month at Noche de Galerias, where the majority of the old city’s galleries open their doors at night to indulge the tastes of gallery mavens. As much social as it is artistic, it makes for an enjoyable evening and a chance to have a good glass of complimentary wine, see what’s new on the Puerto Rico art ... (more) Galería Botello, /Dean Current Events: 27th National Field Hockey Tournament > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Río Piedras > Now 08/12/2008 to 11/11/2008 Men's National Field Hockey Tournament. 42nd International Theater Festival > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Santurce > Now 10/01/2008 to 12/16/2008 Amor de Don Perimpín by Garcia Lorca, at the University of PR, Humacao, Dec 1-2 (7:30pm; Sun 3:30pm).--Jav & Joss, by José Simón Escalona at the Centro de Bellas Artes de Santurce 1,2,8,9,15 & 16 Dec, 8pm. Agricultural Bazaar > Puerto Rico > San Sebastián > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008 Held every Friday at the Agropecuaria Plaza, Emérito Estrada St. ARWI Puerto Rico Art and Wine Fair > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Miramar > Now 10/11/2008 to 10/13/2008 The 3rd edition ARWI will bring together the most prestigious art galleries that will exhibit works of more than 150 artists and will include wine tasting from international wine houses. Programming includes Jazz music, workshops & seminars... Baseball, Professional > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Río Piedras > Soon 11/11/2008 to 01/27/2009 Bicentennial Celebration > Puerto Rico > Camuy > Soon 10/25/2008 to 10/27/2008 A festival commemorating the town's patron saint, San José, with music, contests and food. Children's Theatre > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008 Kids will enjoy clowns, puppets, games and music among other fun activities. Clubs Open > Puerto Rico > Dorado > Soon 10/31/2008 to 11/01/2008 The Puerto Rico Golf Association premier sporting event. 200 local and visiting players. It is the funding source for all PRGA programs and annual events. Condado Culinary Fest > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Condado > Soon 10/24/2008 to 10/26/2008 During the month, restaurants along Ashford Ave. in Condado offer different specials and pricing also with promotions for wines and spirits. Live music will be available along the way. Discover the Caribbean > Puerto Rico > Ponce > Soon 10/21/2008 to 10/28/2008 The most celebrated and important event of the year for sailing enthusiasts in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, with over 50 boats entered. Discover the Nature of Old San Juan > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008 A guided walk through the streets of Old San Juan to learn about the diverse components of this historic city's ecology and discover how the varied ecology impacted the city’s development. Fridays and Saturdays at 9am. Reservations required. Exhibición Sala Miguel Domenech > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008 The rotating art exhibit at La Princesa, headquarters of the PRTC. Puerto Rico Images in Art. A collection by about 25 artists. Federación de Ciclísmo de Puerto Rico > Puerto Rico > San Juan Metro > Now 08/03/2008 to 10/26/2008 This is the National Cycling Federation of P.R. They host a wide range of bike events through Puerto Rico starting the first Sunday in August and going until the last Sunday in October. The events include mountain bike, BMX, touring and downhill. Check their website for current locations and schedule. Festival de Artesanías y Cultura > Puerto Rico > Ciales > Now 10/01/2008 to 10/30/2008 A festival of arts and culture featuring music, food, artists works and historical memorabilia. Festival de la Chapita > Puerto Rico > Aibonito > Now 09/12/2008 to 09/12/2009 This festival includes the Juego de la Chapita which involves batting aluminum bottle caps for distance. Festival de Orquídeas > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Hato Rey > Now 03/13/0200 to 03/16/2009 A festival, by the Puerto Rican Orchid Growers, showing a wide variety of colorful orchids. Festival del Chipe > Puerto Rico > Añasco > Soon 10/17/2008 to 10/18/2008 The chipe is a clam unique to the Añasco area. Festival del Gallo > Puerto Rico > Vega Alta > Soon 10/26/2008 to 10/27/2008 Music, artisan and food kiosks, and dancing. The rooster fights draw participants from the entire Island. Festival del Güiro > Puerto Rico > Las Piedras > Soon 10/22/2008 to 10/22/2008 Music festival featuring the famous, locally made, instrument. Fiesta de la Bahía en Aguadilla > Puerto Rico > Aguadilla > Soon 10/31/2008 to 11/03/2008 This event features music, arts, kiosks, a wide variety of contests and more. The last day features the Jaicoa Marathon, a 4.5 mile run beginning at the Plaza Rafael Hernández along the Jaicoa Range, Rt #2. Fiestas del Pueblo > Puerto Rico > Quebradillas > Soon 10/19/2008 to 10/28/2008 A town celebration to the patron saint, a marathon run, children's activities and rides, music, artists, dancing and food kiosks. Fiestas del Pueblo > Puerto Rico > Yauco > Now 10/09/2008 to 10/13/2008 A week of festivities featuring music, food kiosks and plenty of fun. Gallery Nights of Old San Juan > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan > Now 09/01/2008 to 05/31/2009 A special night when the galleries in Old San Juan stay open late for your perusal. La Casita Festival > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008 Prominent Puerto Rican musicians, dance groups, painters and artisans perform and display their works. National Plantain Festival > Puerto Rico > Corozal > Soon 10/25/2008 to 10/27/2008 Annual festivity during the plantain season. Plantains are starchy banana relatives used for cooking many typical Caribbean dishes. Exhibitions of local produce, dishes made with plantains. Over 60 artisans, crafts, paintings, music and dance. Noche de Jazz y Galeria > Puerto Rico > Carolina > Now 02/24/2008 to 12/31/2008 The event features musical performances by locally and internationally known jazz musicians. Held the last Friday of Feb., Apr., Jazz Festival Aug., Oct. Noches de Bohemia > Puerto Rico > Carolina > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008 This music festival includes local poems, folk music, romantic and Latin American music. Noches de Nostalgia y Bohemia > Puerto Rico > Bayamón > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008 Music concerts, artisans exhibits, paintings, antique cars and children's programs. Held on the last Friday of every month. Call to confirm the current schedule. Peñuelas Patron Saint Festival > Puerto Rico > Peñuelas > Soon 10/24/2008 to 10/27/2008 The town's patron saint (Santo Cristo de la Salud) is said to have saved the town from a surge of water from the ocean. Celebrations include bands playing different music styles every night, rides, religious processions and food kiosks. PRGA Club Opens > Puerto Rico > Río Grande > Now 08/01/2008 to 12/31/2008 A new series of events within the PRGA Schedule, looks for the unity and integration of amateur & professional golfers and the different member clubs and golf facilities in Puerto Rico. Check the PRGA web site for detailed schedule. Puerto Rican Equestrian Art School > Puerto Rico > Vega Baja > Now 03/02/2008 to 12/07/2008 Enjoy the beauty of a Puerto Rican Hacienda and the exquisite performance of the Puerto Rican Equestrian Art School. A superb presentation of beautiful horses, elaborated reprises and magnificent music. Puerto Rican Music Festival > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008 Classical and folk music festivals held throughout the year at different locations around the Island. Puerto Rican Week > Puerto Rico > Cataño > Soon 11/11/2008 to 11/17/2008 A cultural and musical festival featuring traditional Puerto Rican music and composers. Puerto Rico Symphony > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Santurce > Now 09/08/2008 to 05/24/2009 The premier orchestra of Puerto Rico. Sailing - Discover, Day Afloat, Caja de Muertos > Puerto Rico > Salinas > Soon 10/15/2008 to 10/15/2008 This is the second leg of the Feeder Race that ends in the Caja de Muertos Island, where a beach party will be held. Sailing - Discover, Don Q Gold Race > Puerto Rico > Ponce > Soon 10/27/2008 to 10/29/2008 Final leg of the Discover series of sailboat races. Sailing - Discover, Fajardo to Salinas > Puerto Rico > Fajardo > Now 10/10/2008 to 10/14/2008 First leg of Discover sailing races with boats of all sizes headed toward Salinas. San Lorenzo Fiestas del Pueblo > Puerto Rico > San Lorenzo > Soon 10/25/2008 to 10/28/2008 Orchestras, parades, contests and food kiosks, with a carnival the last day. Santo Cristo de la Salud Marathon > Puerto Rico > Peñuelas > Soon 10/21/2008 to 10/21/2008 A 10Km race held the last day of the patron saint's celebration. Surfing Season > Puerto Rico > Rincón > Now 01/01/2008 to 12/31/2008 Most of the contests are held in the peak season: Oct-Apr; but there are always some boards on the water by the lighthouse. Tradicionales Fiestas del Mapeyé > Puerto Rico > Gurabo > Soon 10/26/2008 to 10/27/2008 A troubadour contest with food and fun. UPR Concert Series > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Río Piedras > Now 06/01/2007 to 12/31/2008 28 Aug. Danza Hindu; Manipuri Group; 27-29 Sept. Last scene Gazir Sued 8pm. Yuca Festival > Puerto Rico > Isabela > Soon 10/26/2008 to 10/28/2008 This festival features food made with the Yuca root, music and crafts. Events 10th Anniversary of the Trova Navideña (more) > Puerto Rico > Vieques 787-741-0290 787-741-3183FX 12/20/2008 - 12/20/2008 Plaza (tentative). www.viequesrenace.com An artistic show with live typical Puerto Rican music. 10th Annual Caribbean Boat Show (more) > Puerto Rico > Fajardo 787-860-1000 787-801-3010 787-801-3030FX 01/24/2009 - 01/28/2009 Puerto Del Rey Marina. puertodelrey.com It is the largest and most complete boat show in the Caribbean. You will be able to see over 200 boats from 15' to 80' in length made by the best known manufacturers in the industry, as well as nautical equipment. 11th Saints Wood Carving Contest (more) > Puerto Rico > Juana Díaz 787-837-2199 787-837-2185 787-260-0817FX 08/23/2009 - 08/23/2009 Plaza Roman Baldorioty de Castro. www.reyesdejuanadiaz.com A wood carving contest of the town patron saint, Ramón Nonato. 16th Festival de la Cocolía (more) > Puerto Rico > Mayagüez 787-832-5882 939-940-0811 787-833-3210FX 08/01/2009 - 08/02/2009 Playa El Seco, Rt 102. www.mayaguezpr.gov Artisan exhibits, workshops, local foods made with cocolía (crab). 1797 English Attack Re-enactment (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 216-538-0475 04/20/2009 - 04/22/2009 El Morro and San Cristobal forts. This is a re-enactment of the defensive battle against the British invasion of 1797. True daily life is featured with uniforms of the different troops in an actual encampment. 27th National Field Hockey Tournament (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Río Piedras 787-647-5487 787-761-8825 787-766-4644FX Now 08/12/2008 - 11/11/2008 Roberto Gotay Hockey Center. Men's National Field Hockey Tournament. 39th Blue Marlin Tournament (more) > Puerto Rico > Arecibo 787-878-8465 787-880-8465FX 08/01/2009 - 08/03/2009 Club Náutico de Arecibo. Blue Marlin Fishing Tournament. 42nd International Theater Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Santurce 787-724-0700 ext 4209 Now 10/01/2008 - 12/16/2008 98 Norzagaray St. www.icp.gobierno.pr Amor de Don Perimpín by Garcia Lorca, at the University of PR, Humacao, Dec 1-2 (7:30pm; Sun 3:30pm).--Jav & Joss, by José Simón Escalona at the Centro de Bellas Artes de Santurce 1,2,8,9,15 & 16 Dec, 8pm. 4th Sailfish Fishing Tournament (more) > Puerto Rico > Carolina 787-791-1015 787-791-1057FX 11/16/2008 - 11/18/2008 Cangrejos Yacht Club Marina. www.cangrejosyachtclub.com Sailfish Catch and Release Tournament which gathers all the family together for a great party. Grand prize to the boat catching a Grand Slam of Sailfish, Blue Marlin and White Marlin. 51st National Fishing Tournament (more) > Puerto Rico > Carolina 787-791-1015 787-791-1057FX 06/27/2009 - 06/30/2009 Cangrejos Yacht Club. www.cangrejosyachtclub.com Celebrating the 51st. Edition, this Blue Marlin Tournament gathers 400 anglers and over 100 boats from all over the Caribbean. Great fishing, party, music and activities for all the family. Over $75,000 in prize money. 5th Rodeo Fishing Tournament (more) > Puerto Rico > Fajardo 787-860-1000 787-801-3010 787-801-3030FX 09/11/2009 - 09/13/2009 Puerto Del Rey Marina. puertodelrey.com Fishing for Tunas, Dolfinfish, Wahoo, Sawfish, Sailfish. 7th National Puerto Rican Pastel Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Orocovis 787-635-3618 787-867-5000 787-867-0455FX 11/23/2008 - 11/25/2008 Public Parking Site. www.festivaldelpastel.org Culinary festival that honors the folkloric food of the Christmas season: the Puerto Rican Pastel. A three-day expo of a wide variety of pasteles, musical & dance performance, arts and culture. The pastel (similar to, but larger than, a tamale) was originated in the Taíno culture. Adjuntas Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas 787-829-5039 787-829-4116FX 787-829-0686FX 07/18/2009 - 07/23/2009 Plaza de Recreo Aristides Moll Boscana. A festival commemorating the town patron saint, San Joaquín. Agricultural Bazaar (more) > Puerto Rico > San Sebastián 787-896-1550 787-896-2610 787-896-8363FX Year-round 01/01/2008 - 12/31/2008 Rt 111 Km 20.5. www.sansebastianpr.com/ Held every Friday at the Agropecuaria Plaza, Emérito Estrada St. Aguada Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Aguada 787-868-0622 787-868-6242 787-252-0177FX 09/26/2008 - 10/06/2008 Plaza de Festivales Carlos Ruiz Gonzales, Nativo Alers Ave. aguadapuertorico.com This festivity includes several styles of music, food kiosks, contests and more. Aguadilla Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Aguadilla 787-891-1460 787-819-0480FX 787-882-5435FX 11/15/2008 - 11/18/2008 Main plaza. A festival commemorating the patron saint San Carlos Borromeo, includes music, games and food kiosks. Aibonito Flower Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Aibonito 787-735-4070 787-735-4070FX 06/26/2009 - 07/05/2009 Rt 722 Km 6.7. A flower and plant lover's heaven. This annual plant, flower, gardening and landscaping festival features exhibits and the sale of the most popular and newest varieties of tropical flowers and plants, as well as pottery, garden accessories and food. Aibonito Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Aibonito 787-735-3871 787-735-8181 787-735-3237FX 07/22/2009 - 07/27/2009 Plaza Ruiz Belvis. A festival in honor of the town's patron saint Santiago Apóstol, with music, games and food kiosks. Amateur Basketball (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Santurce 787-620-2910 787-726-2076FX 787-620-2914FX 04/24/2009 - 08/16/2009 Basketball Federation/ Ponce de Leon Ave. www.bsnpr.com Eighteen local amateur (superior) league teams battle it out during the season in courts throughout the Island. Ambassador's Cup, 5th Annual (more) > Puerto Rico > Fajardo 212-536-2006 212-536-2055 12/11/2008 - 12/15/2008 El Conquistador. www.tlgolf.com Each year over 5000 people play in the qualifier games across the US and Canada in private country clubs to compete for the finals and come to PR for the tournament. This event is being sponsored by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, Rums of Puerto Rico, Travel and Leisure Golf, El Conquistador, Delta, and Nike Golf. Añasco Triathlon (more) > Puerto Rico > Añasco 787-826-3100 787-826-4266 787-826-7000FX 09/13/2009 - 09/13/2009 Bo. Playa Sector Rancho Grande. anascopr.net Aniversario del Pueblo (more) > Puerto Rico > Lajas 787-899-1660 787-899-1335 787-899-1860FX 07/01/2009 - 07/01/2009 Juan Ramírez Ortíz plaza. Celebrates the founding of the town on July 1, 1883. Arecibo Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Arecibo 787-815-1619 787-880-6033FX 05/07/2009 - 05/11/2009 In front of the new Arecibo Coliseum. A festival commemorating the town's patron saint, San Felipe Apóstol, with music, contests and food. Arroyo Cristóbal Sánchez Carnival (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo 787-839-5441 787-839-3500 787-839-5441FX 02/16/2009 - 02/17/2009 Public plaza. A celebration of a well-known author and teacher. Arroyo Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Arroyo 787-839-5441 787-839-3500 787-839-5441FX 07/13/2009 - 07/15/2009 Plaza de Recreo. The patron saint of this town is La Virgen del Carmen. The celebrations include music, rides and food kiosks. ARWI Puerto Rico Art and Wine Fair (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Miramar 787-409-1516 787-458-5834 Now 10/11/2008 - 10/13/2008 Puero Rico Convention Center. www.prarwi.com The 3rd edition ARWI will bring together the most prestigious art galleries that will exhibit works of more than 150 artists and will include wine tasting from international wine houses. Programming includes Jazz music, workshops & seminars... Balseada Del Río Camuy (more) > Puerto Rico > Camuy 787-898-1556 787-898-2160 787-898-1556FX 04/20/2009 - 04/20/2009 Joaquín Martínez Ave. www.camuypuertorico.com This is a family-oriented gathering along Joaquín Martínez Avenue that includes amateur diving contests, rafting (sometimes with strange homemade rafts), mountain biking, music, food and more. Barceloneta Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Barceloneta 787-846-4199 787-846-3400 787-846-4199FX 07/06/2009 - 07/15/2009 Plaza de Recreo José Cordero Rosario. www.barcelonetapr.com The patron saint is the Virgen del Carmen. The festivities include music, games and food kiosks. Barranquitas Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Barranquitas 787-857-3810 787-857-4456FX 06/13/2009 - 06/17/2009 Municipal parking area, behind police dept. municipiodebarranquitas.com A festival commemorating the town's patron saint, San Antonio de Padua (06/13) with music, games, contests and food kiosks. Baseball, Professional (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Río Piedras 787-765-6285 787-765-7285 787-767-3028FX Soon 11/11/2008 - 01/27/2009 Lobby of Hiram Bithorn Stadium. Bicentennial Celebration (more) > Puerto Rico > Camuy 787-898-1556 787-898-2160 787-898-1556FX Soon 10/25/2008 - 10/27/2008 Plaza Luis Muñoz Marín. www.camuypuertorico.com A festival commemorating the town's patron saint, San José, with music, contests and food. Cabo Rojo Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Cabo Rojo 787-255-1560 787-255-1580 787-255-1560FX 09/25/2009 - 09/27/2009 Rebeca Coldberg Stadium, Rt 312 Km 0.2. www.ciudadcaborojo.net/ The patron saint is San Miguel Arcángel (09/29). The festival includes music, games, parades and food kiosks. Cantata a Corretjer (more) > Puerto Rico > Ciales 787-871-3500 787-871-3743FX 787-871-1847FX 03/17/2009 - 03/17/2009 Raul T. Feliciano park. Event honoring Mr. Corretjer, a famous poet from Ciales, featuring poem contests, shows, artisans, classes for children, troubadours and more. Carnaval Aguadillano (more) > Puerto Rico > Aguadilla 787-891-1460 787-819-0480FX 787-882-5435FX 12/02/2008 - 12/02/2008 Plaza Plácido Acevedo to Plaza Rafael Hernández Colón. A Christmas parade that will include floats, music and fun activities along the way. Carnaval Ciudad de El Yunque (more) > Puerto Rico > Río Grande 787-887-2370 787-888-1515FX 07/04/2009 - 07/05/2009 Parque Ovidio de Jesús, 65th Infatería. This carnival includes a parade, plenty of music and food kiosks. Carnaval de Fajardo (more) > Puerto Rico > Fajardo 787-863-1400 787-863-0393FX 07/28/2009 - 07/28/2009 Plaza de Recreo. www.fajardopr.org Artisan fair and carnival with music, food, arts and crafts. Carnaval de Salinas (more) > Puerto Rico > Salinas 787-824-0379 787-824-0013 787-824-7212FX 04/11/2009 - 04/15/2009 Las Delicias Plaza. Traditional carnival. Daytime and evening festivities, parades, floats, costumes, live music, local food, and a carnival queen contest. The region is well known for its seafood restaurants and dishes. Carnaval Del Gandúl (more) > Puerto Rico > Villalba 787-847-8025 787-643-6390 787-847-1528FX 12/05/2008 - 12/07/2008 Complejo Deportivo. Annual harvest festival with music, festival queen, parades and food. Carnaval del Plata (more) > Puerto Rico > Dorado 787-796-5740 787-796-6001 787-796-9031FX 02/01/2009 - 02/03/2009 Main plaza. This festival, usually held in the main plaza, includes parades, music, contests and plenty of food kiosks. Carnaval Esmeralda del Sureste (more) > Puerto Rico > Patillas 787-839-5929 787-839-5929FX 05/23/2009 - 05/25/2009 Rt 3, Nestor Vázquez Recreation Center. www.leonespatillas.com Parade, local music, artisans and food kiosks. Carnaval Mabó (more) > Puerto Rico > Guaynabo 787-720-6836 787-720-6832 787-790-0707FX 02/27/2009 - 03/01/2009 Paseo Tablado, behind Mario Morales cancha. www.guaynabocity.gov.pr/Guaynabo/ This carnival, held since 1976, is named after the Indian chieftain Mabó. There is music, dance, shows, artist exhibits and food kiosks. The celebrations are closed with a colorful Entierro de la Sardina (Burial of the Sardine). Carnaval Moroveño (more) > Puerto Rico > Morovis 787-862-2155 787-862-3056 787-862-2421FX 07/09/2009 - 07/09/2009 Plaza de Recreo. www.morovispuertorico.com/ A festival that is a part of the patron saints festivities. Includes parades, games, music and food kiosks. Carnaval Vegalteño (more) > Puerto Rico > Vega Alta 787-883-5900 787-449-0675 787-883-4809FX 02/07/2009 - 02/09/2009 Main plaza. Traditional town festival in the main plaza. Carolina Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Carolina 787-757-2626 787-701-0245 787-701-3075FX 05/23/2009 - 05/27/2009 Roberto Clemente Municipal Complex. San Fernando de la Carolina is the patron saint. This event features folk & popular music, with the best salsa bands, artisan crafts, traditional games & food kiosks. Carving Competition (more) > Puerto Rico > Hormigueros 787-849-2515 787-849-1251FX 787-849-4072FX 04/01/2009 - 04/03/2009 1 Mateo Fajardo St. Event inspired by Nuestra Sra. de la Monserrate. After the competition, a troubadours contest is held on the steps of the Basílica. Casals Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Santurce 787-721-7727 787-723-7442FX 02/26/2009 - 03/17/2009 Centro de Bellas Artes L. A. Ferré. www.festcasalspr.gobierno.pr Casals Festival is a renowned international classical music festival founded in 1956 by the legendary cellist, director and composer, Pablo Casals. This festival annually brings the most outstanding musical talent of the world including symphonic orchestras, chamber groups, guest conductors and soloists to San Juan, Puerto Rico. Cataño Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Cataño 787-788-0404 787-788-0428 787-788-0830FX 07/11/2009 - 07/20/2009 Plaza del Carmen. The patron saint is Nuestra Señora del Carmen. The festivities include music, games, rides and food kiosks. Cayey Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Cayey 787-738-3211 787-738-7865FX 787-738-3325FX 08/14/2009 - 08/16/2009 José de Diego St. in the municipal parking lot. This festival commemorates the patron saint, La Señora de la Asuncion (08/15), with processions, music, games and food kiosks. Celebración de la Fundación del Pueblo de Yauco (more) > Puerto Rico > Yauco 787-267-0350 787-267-0350FX 02/25/2009 - 03/05/2009 Plaza Fernando Pacheco. This celebration commemorates the founding of the city. There will be music, dancing, artisan fairs and food kiosks. Certamen Cultural Mundial (more) > Puerto Rico > Lares 787-897-3290 787-608-0274CL 787-897-7510FX 08/15/2009 - 08/16/2009 Plaza de la Revolución. International festival that presents folkloric clothes, music, food and handicrafts from Puerto Rico and other invited countries. The parade on Sunday includes all of the international delegations. Children's Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Ceiba 787-885-2180 787-885-5700FX 01/07/2009 - 01/07/2009 Plaza Felisa Rincón de Gautier. www.ceiba-pr.com This festival is for the children of the town. It is held the Sunday closest to Three Kings day, children receive presents. Children's Innocence Day (more) > Puerto Rico > Hatillo 787-262-2093 787-262-3561 787-262-2093FX 12/26/2008 - 12/26/2008 Main plaza. An event dedicated to children. Music, local delicacies and activities for kids. Part of the Hatillo Masks Festival. Children's Theatre (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-721-2400 ext 3901 787-722-1709 787-722-5208FX Year-round 01/01/2008 - 12/31/2008 Paseo de la Princesa. www.gotopuertorico.com Kids will enjoy clowns, puppets, games and music among other fun activities. Christmas Lighting (more) > Puerto Rico > Vieques 787-741-0290 787-741-3183FX 12/12/2008 - 12/12/2008 Plaza (tentative). www.viequesrenace.com Lighting of the Christmas decorative lights. Christmas Toys Event (more) > Puerto Rico > Vieques 787-741-0290 787-741-3183FX 12/11/2008 - 12/11/2008 Plaza (tentative). www.viequesrenace.com An activity for the Island's children, the city will have presents, children's activities shows and inflatable fun houses. Ciales Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Ciales 787-871-3500 787-871-3743FX 787-871-1847FX 10/04/2008 - 10/08/2008 Main Plaza. This Patron Saint Festival commemorates the Virgen del Rosario with music, food kiosks and games. Clásico del Caribe (more) > Puerto Rico > Canóvanas 787-876-2450 787-724-6060 787-876-5170FX 12/08/2008 - 12/09/2008 Hipodromo Camarero. camareroracepr.com/ Caribbean thoroughbred championship weekend. Also known as the Caribbean Derby, the event gathers thoroughbreds from such countries as Mexico, Venezuela, Colombia and the Dominican Republic and is considered the richest horse race in Latin America. Classic and Antique Autos (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela 787-872-2100 787-872-6400 787-872-1034 11/16/2008 - 11/17/2008 Plaza de los Festivales, comunidad Medina. isabela.com.pr A show of classic and antique cars. Clubs Open (more) > Puerto Rico > Dorado 787-796-8961 787-262-1040 787-723-5760FX Soon 10/31/2008 - 11/01/2008 Dorado Beach Resort & Club East and West courses. The Puerto Rico Golf Association premier sporting event. 200 local and visiting players. It is the funding source for all PRGA programs and annual events. Coamo Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Coamo 787-825-1150 787-825-4423FX 01/24/2009 - 01/26/2009 Festivities are at the main plaza. www.coamo.puertorico.pr Three days of artistic and music shows, kioskos celebrating our patron saints, San Blas and La Candelaria festivities. Coffee Harvest Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Maricao 787-838-2290 787-838-2520FX 02/14/2009 - 02/16/2009 Johnny Arbona Stadium (front of). Annual festival marking the end of the coffee harvest. Arts and crafts, live folk music, and typical food. Exhibitions of past and present coffee cultivating and harvesting tools and equipment. Coffee beverages and coffee desserts served. Comerío Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Comerío 787-875-7075 787-875-1872 787-875-0380FX 07/31/2009 - 08/02/2009 Plaza de Recreo de Comerio. www.comerio.gobierno.pr Festivities are in honor of Santo Cristo de la Salud. Artistic shows, food, rides and kiosks serving typical foods. Condado Culinary Fest (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Condado 787-603-1880 Soon 10/24/2008 - 10/26/2008 Ashford Ave. ramonespuertorico.com During the month, restaurants along Ashford Ave. in Condado offer different specials and pricing also with promotions for wines and spirits. Live music will be available along the way. Copa Dorado Minin Kuilan (more) > Puerto Rico > Dorado 787-796-5740 787-796-6001 787-796-9031FX 04/06/2009 - 04/06/2009 Tomás Palmares Park. Major Paso Fino event. The Puerto Rican paso fino horse has a naturally fine gait that results in an unusually smooth ride. Cruce a Nado de la Bahía (more) > Puerto Rico > Cataño 787-788-0404 787-788-0428 787-788-0830FX 07/20/2009 - 07/20/2009 An annual swim across San Juan Bay from Old San Juan to Cataño. Always held on the last Sunday of the patron saint festival. Cruce A Nado Internacional de la Bahia de Ponce (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-260-5364 08/30/2009 - 08/30/2009 Playa de Ponce. 1.5 nautical miles (2.7780 kilometers)International Open Water swimming competition starting at 3pm. Cultural Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Vieques 787-741-1717 787-375-0525CL 787-741-1717FX 04/12/2009 - 04/14/2009 Museo Fuerte Conde de Mirasol. www.vieques-island.com A festival celebrating the culture and heritage of the people of Vieques Island. Includes crafts, folkloric dance and music and the Vieques Annual Book fair. Despedida de Año (more) > Puerto Rico > Culebra 787-742-1033 787-510-0019CL 787-742-1045FX 12/31/2008 - 01/01/2009 www.gotopuertorico.com Year-end celebration. Día de la Fundación (more) > Puerto Rico > Ceiba 787-885-2180 787-885-5700FX 05/12/2009 - 05/12/2009 www.ceiba-pr.com Day the city was founded. Día de la Salsa (more) > Puerto Rico > Carolina 787-757-2626 787-701-0245 787-701-3075FX 03/23/2009 - 03/23/2009 Plaza de Recreo de Carolina. This festival, held on the last Sunday of March, is celebrated with a variety of Salsa music. Día de las Veredas (more) > Puerto Rico > Maricao 787-889-0251 787-530-8311 06/07/2009 - 06/07/2009 Maricao Forest. www.adventourspr.com A walking tour for bird watching in the Salto Curet Region of Maricao. Discover the Caribbean (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-842-9003 787-842-9004 787-844-1300FX Soon 10/21/2008 - 10/28/2008 Ponce Yacht and Fishing Club. The most celebrated and important event of the year for sailing enthusiasts in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, with over 50 boats entered. Discover the Nature of Old San Juan (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-722-5882 787-722-5834 787-722-5872FX Year-round 01/01/2008 - 12/31/2008 Casa Ramón Power y Giralt, 155 Tetuán St. www.fideicomiso.org A guided walk through the streets of Old San Juan to learn about the diverse components of this historic city's ecology and discover how the varied ecology impacted the city’s development. Fridays and Saturdays at 9am. Reservations required. Discovery of Puerto Rico Day (more) > Puerto Rico > Aguada 787-868-0622 787-868-6242 787-252-0177FX 11/16/2008 - 11/19/2008 Main plaza. aguadapuertorico.com Featuring a huge parade held annually on November 19 to celebrate the discovery of Puerto Rico. Domingo Apellaniz Marathon (more) > Puerto Rico > Cataño 787-788-0404 787-788-0428 787-788-0830FX 09/20/2009 - 09/20/2009 A 10 Km race along Rt 5. Dorado Fishing Tournament (more) > Puerto Rico > Fajardo 787-860-1000 787-801-3010 787-801-3030FX 02/10/2009 - 02/11/2009 Puerto Del Rey Marina. puertodelrey.com Fishing only for Dophinfish. Dorado Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Dorado 787-796-5740 787-796-6001 787-796-9031FX 06/12/2009 - 06/16/2009 Main plaza. Dorado's patron saint is San Antonio de Padua (06/13). The event includes music, games, rides and food kiosks. El Cruce a Nado Chavín (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Condado 787-721-2800 787-728-2397 787-982-3263FX 08/23/2009 - 08/23/2009 Condado Lagoon at the Baldorioty de Castro Monument. This event, named in honor of Chavín (a female paralyzed athlete), consists of a swim across the Condado Lagoon. It has three routes that vary in difficulty depending on the participant's age (from 9 years of age to 61+) and one for the disabled. El Festival del Pueblo del Tomate (more) > Puerto Rico > Jayuya 787-828-1241 787-828-4586FX 04/18/2009 - 04/20/2009 Complejo Deportivo Filiberto García. www.jayuya.puertorico.pr/turismo.htm This town is known as the "Pueblo del Tomate" (town of the tomatoes). This event is a celebration of the tomatoes and includes music, games and food kiosks. El Gigante Marathon (more) > Puerto Rico > Adjuntas 787-829-3114 787-829-3114FX 07/23/2009 - 07/23/2009 Complejo Deportivo Guarionex. A 15-kilometer runner's marathon held in the city of Adjuntas. Encendido Navideño (more) > Puerto Rico > Cabo Rojo 787-255-1560 787-255-1580 787-255-1560FX 12/01/2008 - 01/18/2009 Plaza Ramón Emeterio Betánces. www.ciudadcaborojo.net/ Traditional Christmas lighting of the trees and Plaza. Encendido Navideño (more) > Puerto Rico > Río Grande 787-887-2370 787-888-1515FX 12/01/2008 - 01/31/2009 Plaza de Recreo de Rio Grande. Traditional lighting of the Christmas lights in the plaza. Encendido Navideño (more) > Puerto Rico > Vega Baja 787-807-1830 787-855-5905 787-858-4101FX 12/01/2008 - 12/01/2008 Plaza de Recreo. www.vegabaja.gov.pr This festival marks the beginning of the Christmas season, with lighting of the tree, music, troubadours, and food kiosks. Encuentro de Talla de Santos de Palo (more) > Puerto Rico > Cataño 787-788-0404 787-788-0428 787-788-0830FX 08/07/2009 - 08/09/2009 Plaza del Carmen. This event features local artists in a santos wood carving contest along with music and food kiosks. Encuentro de Talladores (more) > Puerto Rico > Aguada 787-868-0622 787-868-6242 787-252-0177FX 10/04/2009 - 10/04/2009 Plaza Cristóbal Colón. aguadapuertorico.com Artisans fair featuring wood "santo" carvings, food kiosks and music. Exhibición Sala Miguel Domenech (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Viejo San Juan 787-721-2400 787-725-4417FX Year-round 01/01/2008 - 12/31/2008 La Princesa, Paseo La Princesa. www.gotopuertorico.com The rotating art exhibit at La Princesa, headquarters of the PRTC. Puerto Rico Images in Art. A collection by about 25 artists. Fajardo Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Fajardo 787-863-1400 787-863-0393FX 07/18/2009 - 07/27/2009 Plaza de Recreo. www.fajardopr.org Commemorating the town patron saint, Santiago Apóstol, with a celebration that includes nightly music and dance by Puerto Rican artists and bands and plenty of food. Fantasía de Navidad (more) > Puerto Rico > Comerío 787-875-7075 787-875-1872 787-875-0380FX 12/07/2008 - 12/09/2008 Plaza de Recreo. www.comerio.gobierno.pr Festivities begin with a community bicycle ride. Children enjoy recreational activities, artistic shows and a gift exchange. Federación de Ciclísmo de Puerto Rico (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan Metro 787-721-8755 787-723-0140FX 787-721-6805FX Now 08/03/2008 - 10/26/2008 www.fecipur.com/ This is the National Cycling Federation of P.R. They host a wide range of bike events through Puerto Rico starting the first Sunday in August and going until the last Sunday in October. The events include mountain bike, BMX, touring and downhill. Check their website for current locations and schedule. Felix Santiago Oliver 2008 International Championship (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-258-5300 787-258-5320 787-744-5065FX 12/14/2008 - 12/16/2008 Pachín Vicens Coliseum, Ponce P.R. www.losabiertos.org A major international paso fino competition featuring horses from Colombia, Dominican Republic, Aruba, Curacao, Venezuela and Puerto Rico, with other equestrian events for riders up to 24 years of age. Feria Agrícola (more) > Puerto Rico > Trujillo Alto 787-761-0172 787-292-4165FX 787-292-0400FX 02/22/2009 - 02/24/2009 Parque Familiar, Rt 181 & Rt 8860. trujilloalto.com This agricultural fair highlights the various crops produced in this town, plenty of music, exhibits and food kiosks. Feria Agrícola de la Reserva del Valle (more) > Puerto Rico > Lajas 787-899-1660 787-899-1335 787-899-1860FX 07/03/2009 - 07/07/2009 Rt 116, sector Casa Grande. This agricultural fair offers exhibits and sales of plants, animals, farm equipment and products. The festivities include music, food, a rodeo and a paso fino horse competition. Feria Ambiental del Este (more) > Puerto Rico > Humacao 787-852-3066 787-850-6767FX 04/25/2009 - 04/27/2009 Plaza de Recreo Luis Muñoz Rivera. A festival to encourage the protection of the environment and the municipal recycling programs, featuring typical music of yesteryear, with bands and food kiosks. Feria Artesanal/Parada Navideña (more) > Puerto Rico > Lajas 787-899-1660 787-899-1335 787-899-1860FX 12/05/2008 - 12/06/2008 Main plaza. Art fair featuring handmade items by local artists, such as stoneware, dolls, paintings and hammocks. Feria Bacardí (more) > Puerto Rico > Cataño 787-788-1500 787-275-0422FX 12/03/2008 - 12/10/2008 Rt 165 Km 6.2. www.bacardi.com Largest artisan's fair on the Island, where more than 200 artisans exhibit and sell their works. The fair includes shows for both adults and children, a Puerto Rican troubadour show, inflatable toys children's activities, and typical food & drinks sold. On the grounds of the world's largest rum plant. Feria de Artesanía (more) > Puerto Rico > Corozal 787-859-3060 787-859-2268FX 06/26/2009 - 06/28/2009 Centro Turístico Cibuco. Artisan fair. Feria de Artesanías de Ponce (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-841-8044 787-284-4141 ext 2245 2246 787-259-1316FX 05/03/2009 - 05/03/2009 Plaza de las Delicias. www.visitponce.com An artisan fair, artists from the area show and sell their products, there is music, refreshments and food kiosks. Feria Dulces Sueños (more) > Puerto Rico > Guayama 787-864-7765 787-864-5070FX 03/01/2009 - 03/03/2009 www.guayamapr.net The main event at this fair is a Paso Fino horse competition. There are also food kiosks, music and more. Feria Ecológica 2006 (more) > Puerto Rico > San Juan: Hato Rey 787-318-0002 787-735-1716 787-721-0844 11/16/2008 - 11/18/2008 Convention Center. Educational fair emphasizing the importance of maintaining a socio-ecological balance. Conferences on guidelines for Eco Tourism and Agro Tourism in Puerto Rico, by the PR Tourism Co. and the P.R. Dept. of Agriculture. Music daily from 4:30pm. Feria Nacional de Artesanías (more) > Puerto Rico > Barranquitas 787-857-3810 787-857-4456FX 07/14/2009 - 07/16/2009 23 Muñoz Rivera St. municipiodebarranquitas.com Considered to be one of the most important annual artisan fairs in Puerto Rico with over 200 artisans showing a full range of arts and crafts. Feria Porta Caribe (more) > Puerto Rico > Ponce 787-287-0140 787-287-0395 787-287-0466FX 04/25/2009 - 04/26/2009 Paseo Tablado La Guancha. This spectacular event presented by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company, is held alternate years in Ponce and San Juan. Over 150,000 people attend. Culture, history, food, arts, crafts, music as well as representatives from municipalities, inns, hotels and major attractions. Festival Costero de Bomba y Plena (more) > Puerto Rico > Juana Díaz 787-837-2185 787-260-2276FX 08/14/2009 - 08/16/2009 Paseo Tablado, Sector Camboya. www.juanadiaz.org A three-day celebration highlighting the Bomba and Plena music (Afro/Caribbean music). Festival Cuevas de La Mora (more) > Puerto Rico > Comerío 787-875-7075 787-875-1872 787-875-0380FX 05/30/2009 - 06/01/2009 Rt 172 & Rt 7774. www.comerio.gobierno.pr Activities include a marathon, the Indian Boy/Girl talent shows, dances and various competitions. Festival de Agua Dulce (more) > Puerto Rico > Ciales 787-871-3500 787-871-3743FX 787-871-1847FX 08/07/2009 - 08/09/2009 Centro de Acopio, Betances St & Corretjer St. A festival celebrates the four fresh water rivers that run through this municipality. Festival de Artesanías y Cultura (more) > Puerto Rico > Ciales 787-871-3500 787-871-3743FX 787-871-1847FX Now 10/01/2008 - 10/30/2008 Centro de Acopio, Betances St & Corretjer St. A festival of arts and culture featuring music, food, artists works and historical memorabilia. Festival de Aves Endémicas (more) > Puerto Rico > Maricao 787-889-0251 787-530-8311 05/03/2009 - 05/03/2009 Maricao Forest. www.adventourspr.com A bird watching festival which focuses on the endemic species of birds of Puerto Rico. Festival de Chiringas (more) > Puerto Rico > Fajardo 787-863-1400 787-863-0393FX 06/01/2009 - 06/30/2009 Parque Pasivo de las Croabas. www.fajardopr.org A month of kite flying with prizes for the best native hand made kites. Beachside music and food kiosks. Festival de Cuatristas y Trovadores (more) > Puerto Rico > Morovis 787-862-2155 787-862-3056 787-862-2421FX 07/13/2009 - 07/13/2009 Plaza de Recreo. www.morovispuertorico.com/ Cuatro instrument festival. Festival de la Buruquena (more) > Puerto Rico > Aguas Buenas 787-732-8621 787-732-0691FX 787-732-2344FX 08/02/2009 - 08/04/2009 Rt 156 in Barrio Cagüitas (close to the caves). Buruquenas (small crabs) are collected and cooked for your enjoyment. Festival de la Candelaria (more) > Puerto Rico > Ceiba 787-885-2180 787-885-5700FX 02/01/2009 - 02/01/2009 Playa Machos. www.ceiba-pr.com Festival celebrating the Virgin of Candelaria or Candlemass day. Festival de la Chapita (more) > Puerto Rico > Aibonito 787-735-3871 787-735-8181 787-735-3237FX Year-round 09/12/2008 - 09/12/2009 Bo. Asomante. This festival includes the Juego de la Chapita which involves batting aluminum bottle caps for distance. Festival de la China Dulce (more) > Puerto Rico > Las Marías 787-827-2485 787-827-2280 787-827-2021FX 03/14/2009 - 03/16/2009 Main plaza. An orange festival with different orange recipes, arts and crafts exhibitions and typical music. Festival de la Chiringa (more) > Puerto Rico > Aguadilla 787-891-1460 787-819-0480FX 787-882-5435FX 04/29/2009 - 04/29/2009 Parque Colón. This festival, geared toward the Chiringa (kite), includes food kiosks, music and kite flying. Great fun for kids. Festival de la Chiringa (more) > Puerto Rico > Vega Alta 787-883-5900 787-449-0675 787-883-4809FX 04/01/2009 - 04/05/2009 Rt 690. The festival culminates in a handmade kite flying contest. Prizes given for the biggest, smallest, highest-flying, and best-looking kites. Festival de la Cocolía (more) > Puerto Rico > Dorado 787-796-5740 787-796-6001 787-796-9031FX 08/02/2009 - 08/02/2009 Ojo del Buey Recreational area. Land crab festival where different crab dishes are made and sampled.