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15 events defining the Puerto Rican music scene in June

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June arrives full of rhythm in Puerto Rico: from Willie Rosario's golden salsa in Mayagüez to Gavo Netti's romantic reggae in Santurce, with an urban conference that positions the Island as a hub of the genre.

Musical variety takes over every corner, with offerings ranging from intimate Fiel a La Vega concerts to the largest LGBTQ+ festival in the Caribbean in Boquerón, while legends like Danny Rivera and Gerardo Rivas pay tribute to Puerto Rican fathers.

1. El Colmo de lo Exquisito con El Laberinto del Coco

Wednesday, June 4: Fundación Cortés. For this special occasion, enjoy music by El Laberinto del Coco in an intimate setting. Limited capacity. For reservations, call 787-529-6108. Suggested donation: $40 per person. A tapas menu and drinks will be served. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.

2. Tu Música Urban Conference y Premios Tu Música Urbana

Monday, June 2, through Friday, June 6: Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel & Casino, Distrito de Convenciones and Vivo Beach Club, Carolina. The 2025 edition highlights Puerto Rico as a hub of urban music. The conference will serve as a platform for music industry professionals, with the participation of artists, producers, programmers and representatives from digital platforms.

The program includes panels on: distributors vs. record labels, women in reggaeton, how a hit is made, traditional vs. digital radio, the impact of NFTs on music, and managing digital platforms.

Showcases and networking exhibitions will also be offered. The awards ceremony will be broadcast live on Telemundo PR, Telemundo Internacional, YouTube and Canela TV. Confirmed artists: Anuel, Farruko, Arcángel, Jay Wheeler, Vico C, El Alfa, Tiago PZK, Nio García, Lyanno and DJ Luian.

3. Orgullo Boquerón

Friday, June 6, through Sunday, June 8: Poblado de Boquerón, Cabo Rojo. Puerto Rico and the Caribbean's largest LGBTQ+ festival presents Melina León, the legendary Iris Chacón, Black Guayaba, Andrés Waldemar y Sí Señor, Manuel Arce, José Alfredo, El Golpe, Multifazetico, Zaid, Valeria Cid, Azuley, DJ Filiprendio and DJ Xtasys, among other surprises. From 12:00 p.m. Free admission.

4. Fiel al Verano: Prima•Vera

Saturday, June 7: La Respuesta, Santurce. Fiel a La Vega returns with a series of six intimate concerts, performing each of their six studio albums live and in full.

This first night presents Prima•Vera (2023) in a format exclusive to just 300 people. Upcoming dates: June 14: Equilibrio (2010), June 21: La Prosperidad (2002), June 28: Tres (1999), July 5: A Quien Pueda Interesar (1998), July 12: Fiel a La Vega (1996). Tickets: Ticketera.com. For exclusive presale access, subscribe at fielalavega.net.

5. COCOLANDIA

Sunday, June 8: Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico, Santurce. The second edition of this Access For All event celebrates Puerto Rican culture with live music, dance and joy. A salsa celebration that will transform the MAPR into a Caribbean party. Special hours from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Free admission.

6. El Rumbón de Jesse Viernes

June 13: Anfiteatro del Paseo de las Artes, Caguas. Salsa takes over Caguas with David Rivera y La Bámbula, Jesse Calderón y su orquesta Son a Toa. Special guests: Charlie Sepúlveda, Gerardo Rivas, Willito Otero and Manolito Rodríguez. Music with Carmencita DJ, crafts, kiosks and the 99.1 Salsoul crew. From 7:00 p.m. Free admission. Family-friendly.

7. Gavo Netti: Flor de Verano

Friday, June 13: La Respuesta, Santurce. The Puerto Rican singer-songwriter presents an intimate concert where romance, rhythm and tropical flavor take over the night.

Accompanied by his full band, Gavo will perform the songs that have defined his musical style, blending bachata, reggae and bolero, and premiering his new single "Flotando" live. Special DJ set by DJ Imel, who will also host the night. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. You can get your ticket here.

8. Tito Matos Fest: 20 Años de los Plenazos Callejeros

Friday, June 13, through Sunday, June 15: La Goyco, Calle Loíza 1763, Santurce. Celebrating the legacy of Tito and la plena with a community comparsa, the exhibition "Afínalo: 20 años de los Plenazos Callejeros," a dance with Los Bucaneros ($10, Friday), artisans, kiosks, workshops, tours, a plena workshop, a documentary, a panel discussion, a Plena Cangrejera tour, children's group Candela, group La Corriente, a bombazo and a couples dance contest. Bring your reusable cup. If you live in the barrio, walk over (no parking available). Free admission.

9. Vive Tu Orgullo Isabela

June 14: Playa Jobos, Isabela. Celebrate with music and good vibes alongside CIRCO, Lizbeth Román, Banda El Golpe and Soleylis. From 1:00 p.m. Free admission.

10. Danny Rivera: Un Viaje al Pasado para Papá

Saturday, June 14: Hacienda Lealtad, Lares. Celebrate Father's Day at one of the most storied 19th-century coffee haciendas on the Island. Enjoy a performance by Danny Rivera in an evening of emotion, music and feeling.

11. Gerardo Rivas: Y Que Lo Digan Los Rivas

Saturday, June 14: Sala Sinfónica del Centro de Bellas Artes Luis A. Ferré, Santurce. Join Gerardito on a journey to enjoy the power of the Rivas. Take in the finest salsa family tree on the Island on the eve of Father's Day. 8:00 p.m.

12. Boletera Concert Series: DISCO BAHÍA

Saturday, June 14: Antiguo Arsenal de la Marina Española, Old San Juan. The third edition presents DISCO BAHÍA, direct from Mexico and in Puerto Rico for the first time, alongside local bands ZTVZ and Dogos, plus guest artists to be announced. Doors open at 8:00 p.m.

13. Sesiones Desde La Loma: 15 Años de Salsa & Sabor

Saturday, June 21: Cervecera de Puerto Rico, Mayagüez. Celebrate 15 years of pure salsa where it all began, in the Sultana del Oeste. With Pirulo y la Tribu, Davis Rivera y la Bámbula, Norberto Vélez, Moncho Rivera and Willie Rosario. Tickets at PieTix.com.

14. Entre Amigos: MAC en el Barrio 10mo Aniversario

Sunday, June 22: Sala Sinfónica Pablo Casals del Centro de Bellas Artes, Santurce. This community concert marks the first decade of the MAC en el Barrio program, which has brought art, culture and social action to more than 40 communities across 9 municipalities in Puerto Rico and the diaspora.

Participating artists: Afrocustics, Del Mismo Racimo, Eduardo Alegría y Alegría Rampante, La Trinchera, Lío Villahermosa y las Damiselas de Sylvia, Lizbeth Román, Marcos Peñaloza Pica, Compañía Folclórica de Loíza, Orfeón San Juan Bautista, Ulrik López Medel, William Cepeda y su coro de Caracoles Melodía Taína. The event begins at 4:00 p.m. You can get your ticket here.

14. Plazoleta On Stage 10ma Edición

Saturday, June 28: Plazoleta del Centro de Bellas Artes, Humacao. Los Rabanes come from Panama with an exclusive show. La Secta Allstar returns with all their hits.

📆 Editorial note: We will update this page periodically, but we recommend visiting the official page for each event and following the organizers on social media to stay current on any changes to schedules, tickets or location.

Cover photo: ZTVZ, El Laberinto del Coco and Lizbeth Román

This content was translated with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI).