Information about Puerto Rico Festivals.

Many colorful and fun festivals are held in Puerto Rico. These festivals are held to celebrate Puerto Rico's cultural, historical, and religious past. Here are some important festivals held in Puerto Rico:

1. San Sebastián Festival: It is the largest festival held in January in the city of San Juan. During this festival, the streets are filled with music, dance and colors. It is filled with many events such as concerts, dance shows, costume contests, hot dances and street parties.

2. Casals Festival: Held in San Juan in March, this classical music festival commemorates the famous Puerto Rican musician Pablo Casals. Concerts featuring internationally renowned artists take place at the Puerto Rican Cultural Center.

3. Ponce Carnival: Held in the city of Ponce between February and March, this colorful festival is one of the largest and most important carnivals in Puerto Rico. During the festival, the streets are filled with dances, costumes and music. Latin music is danced to rhythms such as Calypso and Salsa.

4. Loíza Carnival: Held in July in the city of Loíza, this Afro-Caribbean festival celebrates the Afro-Caribbean culture of Puerto Rico. African rituals, dances and music are performed at the festival.

5. Añasco Mango Festival: Held in July in the city of Añasco, this festival is held to celebrate Puerto Rico's famous mango fruit. Mango dinners, competitions, concerts and street parties are organized during the festival.

6. Hatillo Carnival: Held in December in the city of Hatillo, this festival is one of the oldest carnivals in Puerto Rico. During the festival, the streets are filled with music, dances and costumes. Additionally, traditional dance known as "Veil Dance" is also performed. These festivals are events held to celebrate the colorful and vibrant culture of Puerto Rico. Each has a different theme and atmosphere and offers visitors a unique experience.