A list of cultural events, festivals and experiences to enjoy during the month of September in Puerto Rico.
This calendar includes curated events focused on food, staying active, shopping local, and music genres such as jazz and salsa.
🎨 Mood: Art and culture
Microteatro at Abracadabra Café
Date: October 1 and 2, 7:00 p.m.
Location: Abracadabra Café, 1651 Fernández Juncos, Santurce
Cost: Tickets at Ticketcel.com
Fragoso Performing Arts Studio brings theater to an intimate format with two microteatro performances at Abracadabra Café, in Santurce. The event will feature two original works by playwright Alejandra Ramos Riera, directed by Jianna Pagán and produced by Norwill Fragoso.
The performances include "Makeup" and "Buscando el Norte," performed by a cast that combines students and emerging talent, among them María Fernanda Amador, Amaia Fiol Collazo, Jafet Marrero and Zaida Ramos.
Art workshops for children
Date: Saturday, October 4
Location: Museo de San Juan
Cost: Free
Bring your children to mosaic and printmaking art workshops on Saturday, October 4. The mosaic session for children ages 8 and up runs from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The printmaking workshop runs from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for children ages 7 and up. The activities are free but require registration, as space is limited. Register by calling 787-480-3550 or 787-480-3553. You can also write to educacionmuseosj@gmail.com.
Puerto Rican Power – Concierto 50 Aniversario
Date: October 18, 2025
Location: Sala de Festivales Antonio Paoli, Centro de Bellas Artes, Santurce
Cost: Tickets at Ticketera.com, Ticket Center and CBA (787-620-4444)
Luisito Ayala celebrates half a century of his career with special guests including Domingo Quiñones, Joselo Gerena and Oscarito. An evening with the hits that have defined the history of this orchestra, featuring songs from the new album "Back To The Salsa."
Noches de Impro – Teatro Breve
Date: Every Monday starting October 6
Location: Teatro Breve, Santurce
Cost: Tickets available at the theater
In October, these improv theater shows return to the heart of Santurce, where stories are built from audience suggestions. Some nights include "La Catimba," a competition format in which the audience chooses the winners.
El Mago de Oz
Date: October 2, 10:00 a.m.
Location: Teatro UPR, Río Piedras
Cost: $20 general / $10 UPR students
El Taller de Teatro Musical UHS presents this youth version of the classic. Tickets are available at the theater office Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Shrek El Musical
Date: October 4
Location: Centro de Bellas Artes, Santurce
Cost: Tickets at Ticketera
This colorful BAS Entertainment production, directed by Marcos Santana with musical direction by Juan Carlos Rodríguez, brings the swamp to the stage.
Mamma Mia! El Musical
Date: October 10 and 11
Location: Sala Experimental Carlos Marichal, Bellas Artes
Cost: Tickets at cba.pr.gov
ABBA's hits come to life in this lively story, with Modesto Lacén, Natalia Lugo and a large cast that will turn the hall into a party.
Fausto – Ballets de San Juan
Date: October 17 and 18 (8:00 p.m.) / October 19 (4:00 p.m.)
Location: Sala Teatro René Marqués, Centro de Bellas Artes, Santurce
Cost: Check box office
This production opens the fall 2025 season, blending contemporary performance with the music of Charles François Gounod. Under the artistic and choreographic direction of Adolfo de La Toba, this version of Goethe's classic explores the pact between Dr. Fausto and Mefistófeles.
🍽️ Mood: Food and fun
Puerto Rico Cake Expo 2025
Date: October 3 to 5
Location: Plaza Las Américas, San Juan
Cost: General admission
Baking competitions, interactive workshops and the popular cupcake challenge for children. The Island's top pastry chefs will show off their sweetest creations.
Puerto Rico Gastro Market – October Fest Edition
Date: Oct. 4 and 5, starting at 12:00 p.m.
Location: Safe Harbor San Juan
Cost: Tickets at Ticketera (children under 12 enter free)
A weekend of chinchorreo (hopping between chinchorros) with good food, the best craft beers and top entertainment on San Juan Bay. Saturday is "Todo con Salsa" with salsa classes at 4:00 p.m. and La Moña at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday features a tribute to the '80s and '90s with Odette at 5:00 p.m. and Eight Track at 7:30 p.m. Live DJ from noon both days.
Bringing beach chairs and umbrellas is recommended. Information on vendor spaces and sponsorships: WhatsApp (787) 243-5830 or prgastromarket.com.
Calabazas Puerto Rico Fest
Date: Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays starting Oct. 3
Location: Finca Pastoreo, Dorado
Cost: calabazasprfest.com
Puerto Rico's largest fall festival returns with unique experiences, seasonal flavors and memorable moments for the whole family.
Festival de la Yuca
Date: Oct. 18 and 19, starting at noon
Location: Plaza de Recreo Manuel Corchado y Juarbe, Isabela
Cost: Free
Over the weekend, the plaza will fill with live music from major acts, a trovador gathering, crafts and dishes made with yuca.
Saturday features Bomba de la Mar, Orquesta de Güiros de Puerto Rico, Grupo Sazón Criollo and Algareplena. Sunday continues with Jóvenes del Arekito, Encuentro de Trovadores, Edwin Colón Zayas y su Taller Campesino, and Plenalibre. A celebration of Isabela's tradition, culture and gastronomy.
🎉 Mood: Festivales y fiestas
Día Nacional de La Zalsa 41
Date: Oct. 5, starting at 10:00 a.m.
Location: Plaza de la Independencia, San Juan
Cost: Tickets at prticket.com
One of Puerto Rico's largest and most important salsa events celebrates its 41st anniversary, marking the birthday of Ismael Rivera, "El Sonero Mayor," to whom the first edition was dedicated in 1984.
The lineup includes Willie Rosario, Bobby Valentín, Willie González, Moncho Rivera, Papo Cocote, Luisito Carrión, Rico Walker, Tromboranga, Willy García, Yahaira Plasencia, Libre Xpresion, El Propio y su Orquesta and Isidro Infante.
Fiestas Patronales de Aguada
Date: Oct. 2 to 5
Location: Plaza de Festivales Carlos Ruiz, Aguada
Cost: Free
Four days of celebration with El Gran Combo, Miky Woodz, Plena Libre and a dinosaur show for children on Saturday.
Festival Nacional del Cabro
Date: Oct. 3, 4 and 5
Location: Malecón Edwin Rivera Sierra, Cataño
Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
This family gathering brings together tradition and gastronomy over three days of celebration. Visitors can enjoy goat fricassee, dairy goat competitions and the popular Pasarela de Cabras, where owners can show whether their goat is the prettiest, smartest or best-behaved.
The event includes farmers markets and entertainment for all ages. Registration is available at festivaldelcabro.com.
Festival La Loma del Tamarindo
Date: Oct. 10, 11 and 12
Location: Complejo Deportivo Eduardo Meléndez, Carr. 780 km 4.5, Bo. Doña Elena, Comerío
Cost: Free
"Todos pa' La Loma" celebrates 16 years of culture and tradition, dedicating this edition to don Guelo Rivera, an example of perseverance in Comerío's agricultural community. Friday begins with the Rally Loma del Tamarindo at 4:30 p.m., followed by musical acts.
Saturday will feature the 5K race, a cancer awareness walk and a special performance by Arnaldo Vallellanes. Sunday closes with a mass, trovadors and folk groups celebrating local roots. For more information, call (787) 875-1810.
18vo Festival del Coco
Date: Oct. 11 and 12
Location: Plaza de Luquillo
Cost: Free
There will be music, traditional food, artisans, children's activities and contests celebrating coconut in all its forms.
Festival Tito Rojas – Tercera Edición
Date: Oct. 12, starting at 12:00 p.m.
Location: Calle Tito Rojas, in front of Coliseo Marcelo Trujillo Panisse, Humacao
Cost: Free
Salsa returns to the streets of Humacao with the Tercer Festival Tito Rojas, a tribute to the eternal "Gallo Salsero." The star lineup includes Willie Rosario "El Rey del Ritmo," Bobby Valentín "El Rey del Bajo," El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, Don Perignon, Edgar Daniel, Pedro Conga and international DJ Alex Sensation.
The event will also feature artisans, kiosks, exclusive Gallo memorabilia and a special "Vida de Tito Rojas" tour. Jesse Calderón "El Negro Calde de la Salsa" will serve as the official emcee. Information: (787) 852-3066 ext. 3026.
Carnaval El Mabí
Date: Oct. 12
Location: Antiguo Selectos, Juana Díaz
Cost: Free
47 years of carnival tradition, with a parade of comparsas (costumed carnival troupes), carnival kings and baton twirlers. Registration: 10:00 a.m., Parade: 1:30 p.m.
Pumpkin Patch y Agro Feria – 3ra Edición
Date: Oct. 24-26
Location: Antigua Central Azucarera, Canóvanas
Cost: Free
The most anticipated event of the year in Canóvanas returns with three days of the best the countryside and local culture have to offer.
Visitors can experience the magic of autumn by exploring agricultural exhibits, meeting farm animals, shopping at kiosks with local products and enjoying music and family activities. Those interested in participating as sponsors or vendors can write to agroferia@canovanasgov.com.
🎵 Mood: Music and concerts
Richie Ray & Bobby Cruz – Sonido Bestial Sinfónico
Date: Oct. 25
Location: Coca-Cola Music Hall
Cost: Tickets at Ticketera
The salsa icons join the Orquesta Sinfónica de Puerto Rico for a one-of-a-kind night of musical fusion.
Noche Emo – Halloween Costume Party
Date: Oct. 11
Location: Cervecería FOK, Caguas
Cost: Tickets at Ticketera
The biggest emo party in Puerto Rico arrives with a Halloween celebration. Presented by Man Productions LLC and curated by Bencore The Thinker, the night promises nostalgic music and the best costumes. Entrepreneurs and creators interested in showcasing their products, art or accessories can reserve a table by contacting manproductionsllc@gmail.com or bencorethethinker@gmail.com.
👟 Mood: Active mind and body
21st World Domino Championship
Date: Sept. 29 to Oct. 6
Location: Convention Center Pedro Rosselló, San Juan
A world championship in the mental sport of dominoes, held under the motto "Debi Tirar Las Fichas," drawing international competitors.
Yoga bajo la Luna Llena
Date: Oct. 6, 6:45 p.m.
Location: Castillo San Felipe del Morro, Old San Juan
Cost: Free
A special yoga class by @mundo.namaste with an ocean view under the moonlight. Open to all levels. Bring a mat and water.
🧑🧑🧒 Mood: Family
Not So Scary Boo-ttercream Workshop
Date: Oct. 18, 5:30 p.m.
Location: Aurora Beach House, Aguada
Cost: $60 (requires a $15 deposit)
A "Spooky Bento Cake" decorating workshop by Petit à Petit. Includes a snack, drinks and a prize for the best costume.
Free Workshops for Children at the Botanical Garden
Date: Saturdays, Oct. 11, 18 and 25, 2025
Location: Jardín Botánico UPR, San Juan
Cost: Free
Capacity: 25 participants per session, first come, first served
Creative workshops in a green setting where children will explore different artistic techniques: Ventorrillos de mi Pueblo (Oct. 11) – wood crafts with Prof. Ángel Díaz Cabrera; Colografía (Oct. 11) – printmaking with artist Natalie Anaya; Mascotas en Relieve (Oct. 18) – clay modeling with Carmen Marrero; and Máscaras Teatrales (Oct. 25) – design and construction with Yaritza Moris.
🥬 Mood: Shop local
Día Familiar Coop Manatí
Date: Oct. 12, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location: Estacionamiento del Coliseo Juan A. Cruz, Manatí
Cost: Free
Take advantage of this artisan market, which will include a health fair, inflatables and entertainment with the clown Crío-Yo for the whole community.
This content was translated with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
