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9 Festivals in Costa Rica For Your Bucket List

Envision - Best Central America Festivals

Looking for the coolest and best festivals in Costa Rica in 2023 & 2024? Well, you’ve come to the right place, as we’ve compiled the ultimate guide to Costa Rica Festivals that are guaranteed to impress. 

Overflowing with lush natural landscapes of mountains, rainforests, and sandy beaches, Costa Rica is easily one of the most visited travel destinations in the world. Nature lovers and adventure seekers hike to Costa Rica for cave tubing, river rafting, and more for out-of-this-world vistas and exhilarating activities. 

The country was first visited by Christopher Columbus in 1502. It has since become rich in culture, history, and tourism. These are all celebrated in the numerous festivals in Costa Rica, where visitors are welcome to learn about the local culture, dance to the rhythm of the music, and be amazed at the natural beauty of this amazing location! 


1) Envision Festival

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When: March 4-11, 2024

Where: Uvita, Costa Rica

http://www.envisionfestival.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/EnvisionFestival/ 

Envision Festival inspires a new way of living by innovating inspiration through a unique connection with nature. The festival primarily focuses on restoring and preserving the environment, incorporating sustainability maneuvers throughout its establishment. 

Using its dedicated pillars of education, music, movement, sustainability, health, spirituality, and art, Envision Festival aims to be more than just a music festival but an eye-opening experience for all who join in on the fun and rejuvenation. It is one of the top music festivals in Costa Rica for its efforts and world-class entertainment and has been sold out years in advance! 

Get your ticket to the Envision Festival in advance (as they sell out quickly), and you can dance to the beat of sensual music and enjoy other entertainment and activities such as workshops and yoga classes. 

Read my Envision Festival Review for an in-depth look into this jungle/beach festival oasis!


2) Fiestas Zapote

Fiestas Zapote - Costa Rica Festivals

Credit: Fiestas Zapote

When: December 25, 2023 – January 5, 2024

Where: Zapote, Costa Rica

https://www.costarica.com/events/zapote-fiestas 

https://www.facebook.com/fiestasdezapoteSJO/about 

Located in a small town north of the capital city of San Jose, Fiestas Zapote attracts the best bull riders in Costa Rica to compete against one another. The event is Costa Rica’s world cup final for bull riding, so the audience can expect world-class entertainment and…

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