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Here is the full event list sorted by date so you can plan your stay with more clarity.
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Mon, Jun 22
ChepeTown city agenda
Digital guide for things to do in San José: theater, food, film, concerts, museums and seasonal plans.
Online / San José
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Mon, Jun 22
GAM Cultural agenda
Curated cultural calendar for the Greater Metropolitan Area: music, theater, museums, dance, film and workshops.
Online / GAM
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Mon, Jun 22
Cultural Center of Spain
Cultural center with concerts, film, exhibitions, talks, workshops and a very active calendar near the apartment.
Barrio Escalante / Los Yoses
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Mon, Jun 22
Eugene O'Neill Theater
Theater at the Costa Rican-North American Cultural Center with plays, stand-up, music and cultural events.
Barrio Dent
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Mon, Jun 22
La Luz Food Walk / Barrio Escalante
Walkable route through cafés, restaurants, bars and ice cream spots in the culinary heart of Escalante.
Barrio Escalante
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Mon, Jun 22
Cine Magaly
Historic independent cinema with international films, festivals and special screenings.
La California
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Mon, Jun 22
Preamble - Costa Rican Film Center
Cultural film series at Sala Gómez Miralles, ideal for auteur and Costa Rican films.
Barrio Amón
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Mon, Jun 22
Guided tour of the National Theater
Tour of one of the country's most iconic buildings, with history, architecture and artistic details.
Centro de San José
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Mon, Jun 22
National Theater calendar
Concerts, theater, dance and performances at Costa Rica's main historic theater.
Centro de San José
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Mon, Jun 22
Central Bank Museums: Gold and Numismatics
Underground museums beneath Plaza de la Cultura with pre-Columbian gold, coins and temporary exhibitions.
Centro de San José
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Mon, Jun 22
Jade Museum
Modern museum with one of the region's most important pre-Columbian jade collections and interactive rooms.
Centro de San José
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Mon, Jun 22
National Museum of Costa Rica
Former Bellavista Fortress turned museum, with national history, archaeology, religious art and a butterfly garden.
Centro de San José
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Mon, Jun 22
Museum of Contemporary Art and Design
Contemporary art museum located in the former National Liquor Factory complex.
Centro Nacional de Cultura
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Mon, Jun 22
Costa Rican Art Museum + La Sabana Park
Costa Rican art museum next to La Sabana Metropolitan Park; ideal for combining art and a walk.
La Sabana
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Mon, Jun 22
Children's Museum
Interactive museum inside the former penitentiary; excellent for families with children.
Centro / La Merced
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Mon, Jun 22
La Salle Natural Science Museum
Natural science museum with animal, fossil, mineral and natural history collections.
La Sabana
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Mon, Jun 22
Melico Salazar Popular Theater
Historic theater hosting concerts, dance, opera, plays and major cultural events.
Centro de San José
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Mon, Jun 22
Ministry of Culture and Youth calendar
Official calendar of public cultural activities: concerts, workshops, exhibitions, libraries, museums and festivals.
Online / Costa Rica
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Mon, Jun 22
San José in one day
Full itinerary: coffee in Escalante, National Theater, Plaza de la Cultura, Central Market, National/Jade Museum and dinner in Escalante.
Centro / Escalante
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Mon, Jun 22
San José Planetarium - UCR
Educational astronomy shows at the University of Costa Rica.
San Pedro / UCR
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Mon, Jun 22
Teatro Espressivo
Theater with comedy, drama, musicals and performances; more convenient by Uber/taxi.
Curridabat
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Mon, Jun 22
Lankester Botanical Garden
UCR botanical garden famous for orchids, trails and peaceful nature near Cartago.
Cartago / Paraíso
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Mon, Jun 22
Foodie night: Escalante + La California
Dinner or tapas in Escalante, then a bar/music stop in La California for nightlife.
Escalante / La California
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Mon, Jun 22
Feria Verde farmers market
Farmers market with local produce, food, coffee, crafts and local atmosphere on Saturday mornings.
Aranjuez
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Mon, Jun 22
Sala Garbo
Alternative cinema with curated releases, European film, festivals and special screenings.
La California / Centro
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Mon, Jun 22
Poás Volcano National Park
Classic day trip from San José to see the Poás crater; weather changes quickly.
Alajuela / Poás
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Mon, Jun 22
Poás + La Paz Waterfall Gardens
Full-day trip combining Poás crater early and waterfalls/gardens afterward.
Alajuela / Vara Blanca
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Mon, Jun 22
San José Central Market
Historic market for local food, the classic sorbetera, basic souvenirs and local life.
Centro de San José
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Mon, Jun 22
Alliance Française Costa Rica
Cultural center with film, exhibitions, concerts, media library and Francophone cultural activities.
Barrio Amón / San José
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Mon, Jun 22
Irazú Volcano National Park
Accessible volcano from San José, with high-altitude scenery and wide views on clear days.
Cartago
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Mon, Jun 22
Seasonal concerts and choirs
San José hosts choir concerts, emerging bands and chamber music in cultural centers, churches and theaters; check weekly calendars.
San José / GAM
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Mon, Jun 22
Municipal Craft Market
Market with dozens of stalls selling Costa Rican crafts, souvenirs and gifts.
Centro de San José
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Mon, Jun 22
Miguel Obregón Lizano National Library
Heritage space with cultural activities, talks, exhibitions and access to collections.
Centro de San José
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Mon, Jun 22
La Paz Waterfall Gardens
Gardens, waterfalls and wildlife sanctuary; a comfortable nature day trip with tourist infrastructure.
Vara Blanca
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Mon, Jun 22
Galleries and temporary exhibitions
Temporary exhibitions at cultural centers, independent galleries and museums; good for multi-day stays.
Escalante / San José
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Mon, Jun 22
ChepeCletas
Urban walks and experiences to rediscover San José with a local perspective.
San José
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Mon, Jun 22
Casa Amarilla and Diplomatic Museum
Heritage building linked to Costa Rica's diplomatic history; visits subject to institutional availability.
Centro / Otoya
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Mon, Jun 22
Braulio Carrillo National Park
Rainforest very close to San José; ideal for lush greenery and trails depending on open sector.
Ruta 32 / Heredia-Limón
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Mon, Jun 22
San José Free Walking Tour
Approximately 2.5-hour walking tour about history, art, politics and Tico lifestyle.
Centro de San José
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Mon, Jun 22
National Park
Central urban park with monuments, trees and proximity to the National Library, CENAC and Barrio Amón.
Centro / Catedral
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Mon, Jun 22
Museum of Popular Culture
Heritage house dedicated to traditions, daily life and Costa Rican popular culture.
Santa Lucía / Barva
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Mon, Jun 22
Barrio Amón and Otoya walk
Self-guided walk through historic architecture, cafés, galleries and heritage buildings north of downtown.
Amón / Otoya
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Mon, Jun 22
Morazán Park + España Park + Temple of Music
Short route through heritage parks and urban architecture near Barrio Amón.
Centro / Amón
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Mon, Jun 22
Downtown museum route
Combined route: National Museum + Jade Museum + Central Bank Museums + National Theater exterior or guided tour.
Centro de San José
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Mon, Jun 22
Central Avenue + Plaza de la Cultura
Pedestrian route through downtown: shops, plazas, National Theater, Central Bank Museums and urban observation.
Centro de San José
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Mon, Jun 22
UCR campus and cultural activities
University campus with theater, music, exhibitions, fairs and public academic/cultural activities depending on calendar.
San Pedro
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Mon, Jun 22
Local Saturday: Feria Verde + Escalante
Saturday plan: breakfast at Feria Verde, walk around Escalante and finish with coffee, ice cream or lunch.
Aranjuez / Escalante
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Mon, Jun 22
La California nightlife
Area with bars, music, restaurants and a young atmosphere near Escalante.
La California
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Mon, Jun 22
Puesta en Escena theater calendar
Specialized calendar for finding plays, comedy, musicals and active performances in Costa Rica.
Online / Costa Rica
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Mon, Jun 22
Rainy day: Jade + Gold + cinema
Indoor plan: Jade Museum, Central Bank Museums and alternative cinema at Magaly or Sala Garbo.
Centro / California
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