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![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() French jazz singer Cyrille Aimée (right) accompanied by pianist, composer, and producer Mathis Picard (left), will take the stage at National Theater. Photos via National Theater.
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Published on Friday,
January
17,
2025
By the A.M. Costa Rica staff Get ready for an
exciting weekend packed with fun! From
live concerts and captivating plays to
vibrant festivals, cultural
celebrations, and dazzling shows,
there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Have a local event happening in your community? Share the details with us at news@amcostarica.com, we’d love to spread the word!
On Friday
The Diesel Rock
Band
will bring a night of 90s American
music to Jazz Cafe Pub
in Escazú, San José. The concert
starts at 8:30 p.m., offering a
nostalgic experience for fans of the
decade’s iconic rock tunes. Tickets
are priced at $20 and can be purchased
at the venue’s box office. The Stone Dive Rock
Band
will take the stage at Mundoloco Pub
in San José for a concert inspired by
iconic American rock bands like
Nirvana, Linkin Park and Red Hot Chili
Peppers, among others. The show kicks
off at 9 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can
be purchased at the venue’s box
office.
On
Saturday
French
jazz singer Cyrille Aimée accompanied
by pianist, composer, and producer
Mathis Picard, will take the stage at
National Theater
in San José. Aimée's
performance will feature a blend of
jazz standards, original compositions,
and contemporary arrangements,
promising a musical experience that
transcends genres and captivates jazz
enthusiasts. The concert begins at 8
p.m. Tickets are priced
between $10 and $25 and can be
purchased online or at the theater's
box office.
The Tortugas Rock Band will perform timeless hits from classic American rock bands of the 60s and 70s at the Yellow Submarine Sports Bar in Moravia, San José. The show starts at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are priced at $10 and can be purchased at the venue’s box office.
On
Saturday and Sunday
The Eugene O'Neill
Theater in San José will
present the "Mean Girls Musical"
performed by the Maracuyá theater
company. The production is inspired by
the 2004 American teen comedy film "Mean
Girls." It follows Cady Heron, a naïve
teenager who, after years of
homeschooling in Africa, transfers to an
American high school. Cady befriends two
outcasts, and together, they hatch a
plan to take down Regina George, the
leader of an envied clique known as "The
Plastics." Showtimes are Saturday at 7
p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Tickets are priced at $20 and can be purchased
online or at the theater
box office.
This weekend
The Palmares
Festival is underway in Palmares Canton, Alajuela
Province, organized by the
Palmareña Civic Association. The
extravaganza offers a variety of
cultural experiences, including
live music concerts, city canopy
activities, children’s games,
dances, bullfights, and sports
championships. Most of
the events are free to attend
and pet-friendly. Tickets for the bar and
restaurant zone are available at
the venue’s box office for
approximately $20. The Santa
Cruz Festival, organized by the
Folk Festivals Commission, is
taking place this weekend in Santa
Cruz Canton, Guanacaste Province.
Held at the Santa Cruz fairgrounds, the event
honors the Holy Christ of
Esquipulas and offers a variety of
activities, including concerts,
dances, a horse parade, children’s
games, and bullfighting shows. Most
festival activities are free to
attend and pet-friendly.
Step right up to the "Fuentes-Gasca Circus" at the Cable Tica facilities in Sabana, San José, for a dazzling show filled with excitement and wonder! Witness incredible trapeze artists, captivating music, lively dance, talented jugglers, hilarious clowns, and magical acts that will leave you amazed. Performances are held daily at 3 p.m., 5 p.m., and 7 p.m. Tickets are just $6 and can be purchased at the circus box office. Bring the whole family for an unforgettable circus experience!
Take a thrilling
journey back in time at the Children's Museum in San José with
"Jurassic World Experience." The 26
life-like animatronic dinosaurs in an
immersive Jurassic atmosphere, complete
with exciting games that let kids feel
like true paleontologists. The adventure
begins at 9 a.m. Tickets are just $3 and
can be purchased at the museum box
office. Don’t miss this incredible
opportunity to step into the world of
dinosaurs!
Head to The Lucho Barahona Theater in San José for a hilarious comedy, The Mummy, starring comedian characters Juan Vainas and Chibolo. Inspired by a spooky Halloween tale, the play dives into the fun question: What would you do if you found a sarcophagus buried right in your backyard? Performances are at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and at 6 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are just $15 and available at the theater box office. Get ready for laughs and a memorable night out!
Get ready for
laughs at the Triciclo Theater in San José with
Suegras Bárbaras (Crazy Mothers-in-Law).
This hilarious comedy follows a couple
on vacation who, thanks to an unexpected
twist, find themselves
having to bring their
mother-in-law along for the ride.
Performances are at 8 p.m. on Friday and
Saturday, and at 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Tickets are $20 and available at the
theater box office. Don’t miss this
uproarious play, it's sure to be a
comedy experience you won’t forget!
A fun-filled day of activities designed just for teenagers at Libertad Park Club in San José. From painting and dance to music, sports, and arts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Best of all, the event is free and pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along for the fun. The event kicks off at 9 a.m. Don’t miss out on a day of creativity and excitement!
Embark on an unforgettable journey at the Wildlife Rescue Center in Barrio San José, Alajuela. Take a guided tour through the animal sanctuary and wildlife conservation center, where you’ll explore beautiful botanical gardens and meet over 125 species of rescued animals including sloths, monkeys, jaguars, tapirs, birds, and reptiles. These incredible animals cannot be returned to their natural habitat, but they are lovingly cared for at the center. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for children, available on the center's website. Don’t miss this chance to connect with nature and support wildlife conservation!
Get
ready for a day of fun and discovery
at the Children's
Museum
in downtown San José! Packed with
exciting activities for kids, this is
the perfect spot for family
adventures. Doors open bright and
early at 9 a.m., and tickets are just
$3! Grab yours now on the museum's
website
and let the fun begin!
Dive into an unforgettable adventure at the Kids Saving the Rainforest Wildlife Sanctuary in Quepos Beach, Puntarenas! This amazing non-profit is home to nearly 50 incredible animals that can't be released back into the wild, and you can meet them all on one of their fascinating tours. Tickets are just $10! Reserve your spot today by emailing Chip@kstr.org or calling 8827-8243. Don’t miss this chance to connect with nature and support a wonderful cause!
Get ready to witness the
incredible arrival of sea turtles at
Ostional National Park in
Guanacaste! Starting at 6:30 a.m.,
you'll be guided by an expert from the Ostional Tourist
Guides Association for an unforgettable experience.
The tour is just $8—don’t miss your
chance to see this amazing natural
event up close! Kick off an exciting day at Punta Pirata Beach Club in Puntarenas City, Puntarenas!
With games, playgrounds, and pools,
it's the ultimate spot for kids to
have a blast. The doors open at 8
a.m., and for just $16, you can dive
into all the excitement! Don't miss
out on the fun—it's time for an
unforgettable day at the beach!
Jump into endless fun at Ojo de Agua Water Park in San Antonio Belen, Heredia! Enjoy free swimming, Zumba, aerobics, sports games, fitness, diving, and so much more. This amazing club also features a parking area, a restaurant, multiple swimming pools for adults and kids, a playground, tennis courts, basketball courts, and even a soccer field! Doors open at 7:30 a.m., and for just $3, you can access all these fantastic activities. Don’t miss out on the perfect spot for family fun and adventure!
Kalambu Hot Springs Water Park in La Fortuna, Alajuela, offers more than 10 aquatic activities and hot spring pools. The park opens at 10 a.m. Tickets are $8 or $13 including lunch. Free for children under 4 years old.
System of Conservation Areas invites visitors to the Chirripó National Parks in Cartago and Limon, Poás Volcano in Alajuela, Tortuguero in Limon, San Lucas Island in Puntarenas, Irazú Volcano in Cartago and Manuel Antonio Beach in Puntarenas. Make reservations on the organization's website.
Guanacaste Conservation Area invites visitors to both the Santa Rosa and the Horizon Experimental Forest Station in Guanacaste. Tickets are available on the organization's website.
Diquis
Museum in
Palmar Sur, Osa, Puntarenas, offers
walking tours through the
archaeological zone known as Finca
Sitio 6. Tours are from 8 a.m. to 2
p.m. Ticket is $7 and must be paid by
credit or debit card.
Lankester Botanical Gardens, a set of gardens located in Dulce Nombre, Cartago opens at 9 a.m. Ticket is $10 and is available on site.
The Art
Museum in
downtown La Sabana, San José, presents
private collections of Latin American
artists. The museum is open from 9
a.m. to 4 p.m. Ticket is $15.
National
Museum in
downtown San José, presents an
exhibition of Costa Rica's history and
handmade artifacts, including some
more than 12,000 years old, made by
the first peoples of the region.
Museum hours are from 9 a.m. to 4:30
p.m. Ticket is $11.
Gold Museum in downtown San José presents an exhibition of Costa Rican bills and coins since 1850. Also, in the exhibit are the 700 pieces of handcrafted gold made by the first population in Costa Rica. The museum opens at 9 a.m. Ticket is $15.
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