What’s Happening? April 2024
April is our shoulder month between Spring and Summer. During this time, the rough winter seas begin to calm down, and the hotter weather starts — so beaches and water sports pick up as the month goes on. We still have a decent amount tourists visiting, but all in all, it is not as crazy as January to March — and still lots of events happening. Here are some highlights for April 2024.
April 11 to 14: Festival Tierra Adentro
This fun family event is about educating everyone about the importance of protecting and conserving our agriculture, for sustainability and tradition. The University of PR in Utuado is pleased to announce the celebration of the 37th edition of the Tierra Adentro Festival. There will be agricultural exhibitions and presentations of products made by students of Agricultural Economics and Food Processing. Workshops, crafts, plants, Live music and much more! See the school’s Facebook page for more information.
April 19 to 20: Carnival Abey in Salinas
Join the town celebration with live music and parades and lots more fun! See the town’s Facebook page for more information.
April 20 to 21: Coffee and Chocolate Expo
A convention for everyone who loves coffee and/or chocolate! With samples and seminars and lots of exhibitions and sales too!. Held at the Puerto Rico Convention Center in San Juan, from 11am to 6pm. Tickets on sale now at Prticket.com. See their Facebook page for details.
April 22: Free Admission to the Forts
El Morro and San Cristobal Forts in Old San Juan will be free to visit on April 20, to commemorate National Park Week.
April 26 to 28: Festival del Apio in Barranquitas
The town of Barranquitas again celebrates Apio (a local, celery-like root vegetable). With lots of food, produce, music, artisans and more. See the Facebook page for more information.
April 27 to 28: Festival of the Tomato
In Jayuya, a town festival celebrating all things tomato! With food and plants, live music, artisans and lots of other fun activities for the whole family. Starts at 10am at Complejo Deportivo Filiberto García in Jayuya. Visit their Facebook page for more info.
April 26 to 28: Re-enactment of the Battle of 1797 in Old San Juan
In 1797, The British invaded Puerto Rico. The Regimiento Fijo de Puerto Rico and other re-enactors will wear period costume and reenact the defense of San Juan. Events occur generally around the San Cristobal, El Morro / Casa Blanca / Catherdral area, but you may see then all around Old San Juan, and Saturday morning there is an event at COPI in Pinones. There will be scheduled programs / attacks / military exercises happening around the area. Great photo opportunities! Visit their Facebook page for more info, and check their event schedule to find out when specific activities are happening.
Other Events
These are just some of the activities occurring this month. As always, be sure to check our Facebook page, for other events happening this month all across the island.
If you know of other events happening that people may enjoy, let us know!
PuertoRicoDayTrips.com assumes no responsibility regarding your safety when participating in the activities described in this article. Please use common sense! If your mother or that little voice in your head tells you that you are about to do something stupid … then don't do it!
