During the 11 days of the carnival of Puntarenas the town will be vibrating from Tropical rhythms. Visitors should book hotels in advance, because it will get crowded. Part of the events, like the election of the beauty queen, are transmitted on the national TV.

The highlights are listed below:
Parades, fireworks, concerts, "Tope" horse parade, sport fishing, regatta, beach volleyball, theater, ...

Concerts: Percance (2.14.), Mentados (2.14.) and Collie Buddz (2.20.)

Locations: Puntarenas