This calendar features curated events focused on food, staying active, shopping local, and music genres including classical and Caribbean music concerts.
👐 Mood: Celebra a los Reyes Magos
Visita de los Tres Reyes Magos
Date: Jan. 3, 2026
Location: Plaza del Sol, Bayamón
Hours: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
The Three Kings visit Plaza Del Sol to take photos with families. Bring the little ones for a complimentary 4″x6″ commemorative photo.
Cabalgata de Reyes
Date: Jan. 5, 2026
Location: Expreso David Urbina, Guaynabo
Hours: 5:00 a.m.
Cost: Free
On the morning of Jan. 5, Guaynabo keeps the traditional Cabalgata de Reyes alive. Riders from across the city gather to celebrate Three Kings Eve with faith, rootedness and community. During the event, four-track vehicles, motorcycles and golf carts will not be permitted on the route.
Fiesta de Reyes 2026
Date: Jan. 5 and 6, 2026
Location: Plaza Román Baldorioty de Castro, Juana Díaz
Hours: See itinerary here
Cost: Free
La Ciudad de los Reyes celebrates Fiestas de Reyes with two days of tradition and an artistic program that includes Danny Rivera, Plena Libre, Herminio de Jesús y su Orquesta, and other performers. The event also features the Desfile de Reyes, the Proclamación de las Profecías and a visit from the Three Kings of Juana Díaz. Experience a celebration with more than 140 years of Juana Díaz tradition.
👪 Mood: En familia
Atención Atención Dance Party Navideño
Date: Nov. 22, 2025 – Jan. 11, 2026
Location: Ground floor, San Patricio Plaza
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Cost: Tickets at Ticketera
San Patricio Plaza transforms with Atención Atención Dance Party, a festive, family-friendly experience. Celebrate the holiday season with music, atmosphere and fun.
Christmas Playland
Date: Jan. 2, 3 and 4, 2026
Location: Plaza Las Américas, Third Level (Former Sears Location)
Hours: 9:30 a.m.
Cost: Tickets available at ticketera.com
For the first time, Plaza Las Américas presents Christmas Playland, an interactive experience designed for families and children to enjoy the magic of the holiday season in a unique way. Create memorable moments with activities including mini golf, snow areas, a spa for little ones, goofy games and more. Find tickets at ticketera.com.
🎨 Mood: Arte, cultura y entretenimiento
Cine Gira – Frutos del Guacabo
Date: Jan. 10, 2026
Location: Frutos del Guacabo, Manatí
Hours: 5:00 p.m.
Cost: Suggested donation $5 – $25 | Tickets available at eventbrite.com
The Festival de Cine Europeo de Puerto Rico comes to Manatí for an evening of short films and live percussion. The screening includes the French film DOUBOUT and six Puerto Rican short films from CORTADITO 2025, with music by Rafael Trinidad.
El Stand-up Soy 4XL ¿Y Qué Pajó?
Date: Jan. 17, 2026
Location: Teatro Yagüez, Mayagüez
Hours: 8:00 p.m.
Cost: Tickets on sale at Ticketera.com
Four comedians take the stage in Soy 4XL ¿Y Qué Pajó?, an unfiltered stand-up show that celebrates happiness, art and laughter regardless of size. The tour opens in Mayagüez and continues through Barceloneta, San Sebastián and Yauco.
La SanSe en Décima – Concurso de Trovadores
Date: Jan. 18, 2026
Location: Plaza Colón, San Juan
Hours: To be confirmed
Cost: Free admission
La trova takes over Plaza Colón for the third time at the Concurso de Trovadores de la Calle San Sebastián. The winner takes home the Copa Alcalde 2026 and $4,000, celebrating verse, wit and traditional music.
Peter Pan el Ballet
Date: Jan. 30 and 31, 2026
Location: Centro de Bellas Artes de Caguas
Hours: School Performance: Friday, Jan. 30 | General Public Performance: Saturday, Jan. 31
Cost: Tickets available at PRticket.com
Talleres Danza Teatro presents a production of Peter Pan with the Talleres Youth Ballet and the Ballet Juvenil de Caguas. The show includes school performances and general public performances, making it suitable for the whole family.
🍽️ Mood: Comida y gozadera
Mercado Agrocosteño de Isabela
Date: January 4, 2026
Location: Finca Explora, Isabela
Hours: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Cost: Free admission
The year starts with local flavor at the Mercado Agrocosteño de Isabela. Browse fresh produce, crafts and the energy of a community celebrating what's its own.
Ronqueo de Atún
Date: January 6, 2026
Location: Black Mamba Rooftop, 24 Calle María Cadilla de Martínez, Arecibo
Hours: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Cost: By reservation
An exclusive culinary experience comes to Arecibo with chef Koji Ogawa, traveling directly from Japan. Black Mamba Rooftop presents a 9-course menu featuring bluefin tuna at a limited-capacity VIP dinner. Call 787-933-3535 to reserve your spot.
Mercado Local – January 2026 Calendar
Dates: Sundays, January 4, 18 and 25, 2026
Location: Various locations in San Juan
Hours: To be confirmed
Cost: Free
January Sundays bring local markets to different spots in Santurce and Condado. January 4 at Gallery Plaza Loíza, the 18th at Ciudadela Parque de Santurce, and the 25th at Laguna de Condado. Follow their social media for more information. To participate as a local brand, contact 939-380-4473.
🎉 Mood: Festivales y fiestas
La Padial Pal' Casco Urbano
Date: January 1, 2026
Location: Historic downtown Aibonito
Hours: 12:00 p.m.
Cost: Free admission
Aibonito rings in 2026 with its traditional La Padial Pal' Casco Urbano celebration, featuring more than 7 simultaneous stages in the historic downtown. The event includes ¡Plenéalo!, Víctor Roque y La Gran Manzana with Michael Stuart, Gustavo Laureano, Harold Pratts y su Jíbara Banda, Grupo La Rumba de Orocovis, LUVA, and many more artists.
Festival de la Parranda
Date: January 3, 2026
Location: In front of Los Domplines de Juana Díaz
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Cost: Free admission
Los Domplines de Juana Díaz celebrates the parranda tradition with live traditional music, crafts and school band performances. The day features La Parranda Asesina and Eddie Ariel y su Parranda in a family setting.
Festival de Ritmos Isleños
Date: January 5, 2026
Location: Plaza de las Delicias in Ponce
Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
A full day in Ponce of music, dance, culture and food.
4ta Festival Pagán para las Tunas
Date: January 10, 2026
Location: Castillo San Cristóbal, San Juan
Hours: 12:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
La Tuna Vaquera de la UPR en Bayamón invites you to enjoy music and university tradition at Castillo San Cristóbal. Stop by to listen and dance at a free afternoon of tunas in the heart of Old San Juan.
48to Festival de la Novilla 2026
Date: January 18, 2026
Location: Club de Leones, San Sebastián
Hours: To be confirmed
Cost: To be confirmed
San Sebastián celebrates its traditional Festival de la Novilla with a party and comparsas (costumed carnival troupes), with the chance to compete for cash prizes. Follow their social media for more information about the event.
Carnaval Capitán Correa 2026
Date: January 29, 30 and 31; February 1, 2026
Location: Plaza pública de Arecibo
Hours: See schedule here
Cost: Free admission
Arecibo celebrates its traditional Carnaval Capitán Correa with four days of parades, music and festivities. The event features Toño Rosario, Luisito Carrión, Sonora Ponceña and Bonny Cepeda, among other artists. The celebration kicks off January 29 with the Alegre Diana and closes February 1 with the Gran Desfile del Carnaval.
🎵 Mood: Música y conciertos
Se Bailaba Así Num. 2
Date: January 3, 2026
Location: La Respuesta, San Juan
Hours: 8:00 p.m.
Cost: Tickets available at Boletera
Buscabulla kicks off 2026 with the second edition of Se Bailaba Así at La Respuesta. The night promises DJ sets, dancing, sweat and good luck with the return of "Singles Meetup" and "Sácame a Bailar."
Parranda de Reyes
Date: January 4, 2026
Location: Sala Sinfónica Pablo Casals, Centro de Bellas Artes, Santurce
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Cost: Tickets at Ticket Center
The Parranda de Reyes concert celebrates three forms of Puerto Rican traditional music, bomba, plena and trova, alongside Plena Libre, Ausuba and Decimanía. The afternoon promises to be a celebration of Puerto Rican tradition, with a surprise artist still to be announced.
🏃 Mood: Keeping you active
FUN RUN José "Chelías" De Jesús 2026
Date: January 10, 2026
Location: Plaza Pública de Coamo, Puerto Rico
Time: 7:00 a.m.
Cost: $10.00 (includes the T-shirt)
Coamo starts the year with a 10-mile (16K) route to warm up ahead of the Medio Maratón San Blas. Registration is on the same day starting at 5:00 a.m. at the Plaza Pública.
Piratas 5K 2026
Date: January 17, 2026
Location: Parque Tuto Mendoza, Cabo Rojo
Time: Starting at 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $25 | Registration: www.miresultadoonline.com
The first 5K of the year in Cabo Rojo is part of the larger Piratas Fest event. Activities begin at 2:00 p.m. and the race starts at 4:00 p.m. The first 300 registrants receive an official shirt to run in style.
Photo: Piratas de Cabo Rojo del Beisbol Doble A / Facebook
San Antonio Abad 10K – Edición 31
Date: January 18, 2026
Location: Añasco Time: Sunday (time to be confirmed)
Cost: See registration options
Cost: Registration $20 | Sign up: micarrerapr.com
Añasco presents the 31st edition of the San Antonio Abad 10K, the first stop for qualifying for the Puerto Rico 10K Challenge. The race offers awards in open and age-group categories, plus special categories for residents of Añasco, with a $1,000 prize for anyone who breaks the record. The first 2,000 registrants receive a commemorative shirt and medal. For more information, call 787-531-7345.
This content was translated with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
