A list of cultural events, festivals and experiences to enjoy during the month of March in Puerto Rico.
🎉 For those looking for festivities and festivals
13er Encuentro de Tambores: Next Sunday, March 30, Paseo Julia de Burgos in Loíza will be the setting for the 13th Encuentro de Tambores, beginning at 12:30 p.m. under the coordination of the Instituto de Cultura Puertorriqueña (ICP). The festival will bring together nine delegations with 40 barrel specialists and 800 Bomba artists, with the inaugural inclusion of representatives from the mountain region. This edition of the celebration, which honors Afro-Caribbean heritage, will be dedicated to recognizing the contributions of Juan Fuentes, Samuel Lind and the memory of Carlos "Tatá" Cirino. The cultural event is free admission and will close with a collective performance; it can be followed live on Facebook.
🥘 For food lovers
A fan of coffee or chocolate? On March 29 and 30, the Coffee & Chocolate Expo awaits with a variety of coffee, chocolate, cookie, candy and bread vendors, among other products. Taste and enjoy the best of the coffee and chocolate industry. Buy your tickets today!
🏃♀️ For those who want to run a 5K/10K
5K Córrelo o Camínalo en Aibonito: If you're looking for a 5K in the mountains, the Satya graduating class of Aibonito is waiting for you on Sunday, March 30. Let the green of the mountains accompany you through the race. Round up your running crew and sign up today!
🖼️ For those who enjoy a museum visit
Free day at the museum: Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico is waiting for you on March 9, with its "Access for All Day," where you can enjoy the museum and workshops at no cost. This month features the "El arte y la mujer" edition.
Enjoy a family Sunday at the museum with a program full of workshops, talks, guided tours, music and storytelling. And if you like to shop local, come ready to support women entrepreneurs.
Yoga day at the MAC: On Sunday, March 9, recharge at the second yoga session of the year in the interior courtyard of the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo. The class will be led by Vasti Mikal and is an opportunity to relax in an inspiring setting. Remember to bring your mat, a towel and a water bottle. The class starts at 5:00 p.m. and admission is free.
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🎶 For music lovers
El Colmo de lo Exquisito: The acclaimed Afro-Cuban duo OKAN comes to Puerto Rico for the first time to celebrate International Women's Month.
Don't miss their performance at Fundación Cortés on Wednesday, March 5, at 7:00 p.m., where they will blend Cuban roots with jazz, folk and global rhythms. Seating is limited, with tickets at $40.
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🏓 For those looking for pickleball
Friday Night Pickleball: Looking for a place to put your pickleball skills to the test? Call your pickleball partner and don't miss the tournament brought to you by La Academia, in Caguas. On Friday, March 7, you can compete and enjoy a night full of fun and adrenaline. Registration is $25 per person, and you can reserve your spot at Rankiao Puerto Rico.
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🗓️ More events happening in March
Festivals and markets
Circo Fest: Tuesday, March 11 in Vieques; Friday, March 14 at the Plaza Pública de Canóvanas; Saturday, March 15 at the Parque de las Ciencias in Bayamón; Sunday, March 16 at the Plaza Muñoz Rivera in Arecibo
Festival de La China Dulce: Friday, March 14 through Sunday, March 16 at the Plaza Pública de Las Marías
Festival de La Chiringa: Friday, March 7 through Sunday, March 9 at CARR 305 on the fairgrounds in Lajas
Al Fresco Caguas: Friday, March 28 at the Anfiteatro y Paseo de las Artes
Coffee & Chocolate Expo: Saturday, March 29, through Sunday, March 30, at the Centro de Convenciones de Puerto Rico
Live music and theater
Concierto Clásico 10: Saturday, March 29, at CBA Santurce
Omar Courtz: Sunday, March 30, at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico
Crafts and evenings at the plaza
Noche de Artesanías en Añasco: every Friday at the Plaza Pública de Añasco
Via Artesanal en Ponce: every Saturday at the Plaza Las Delicias
Noches de Galería en Rincón: every Thursday at the Plaza Pública de Rincón
Noches de Galería en San Germán: every Saturday at the Plazuela Santo Domingo in San Germán
Noches de Poesía: first Friday of each month, Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Aguada
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