What’s Happening? May 2024
May is a the beginning of “summer” (defined as months without an “R” in their name) here on the island, so things really start to heat up, and it is the beginning of “beach weather”. Schools let out for the summer in May, locals head to the beaches, and the action really picks up! Expect fun family activities, lots of plant sales (especially for Mother’s Day), and festivals, with dancing & music.
While there is almost always something interesting happening somewhere in Puerto Rico, there are a few special events each month that deserve a mention. Here are some highlights for May 2024.
May 1 to 5: Fiestas Patronales del Poblado San Antonio – Aguadilla
An annual town festival in honor of their Patron saint. There are religious and recreational events, plus family fun activities, artisans, food and lots of music! Events will be in the plaza. Visit their Facebook page for more info.
May 1 to 5: PR Orchids Festival Ponce
Asociacion de Orquidistas del Sur will hold the PR Orchids Festival and sale at Centro del Sur Mall on PR-163 in Ponce. Beautiful displays, and plants and supply sales. Judging is being held on 10 May 2023 at 10:00am. Show times are from 9AM to 9PM. Free admission. Check their Facebook page for details.
May 3 to 5: Festival del Huerto Casero (Home Gardens) in Gurabo
A yearly event that promotes people to grow their own food in home gardens. It is free entrance, and there are always lots of seminars about gardening, plus they distribute plants for free throughout the day. There are also lots of plants and supplies for sale, and lots of other things like food, music, and artisans. It is held at the Coliseo Fernando “Rube” Hernández in Gurabo. Activities for kids too! Check the Facebook page for more info.
May 4 to 5: Puerto Rico Foodies Fest
For the first time in Puerto Rico, an open-air gastronomic festival that combines international food, market, cocktails, entertainment and live music. Puerto Rico Foodies Fest brings together more than 100 culinary alternatives and makers with creative proposals. Two days to experience the best of local and international food while enjoying musical shows in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. At the Plaza de la Independencia at Hiram Bithorn Stadium in San Juan. Check the website for more info.
May 5: PR 10K Run
The most iconic foot race in Puerto Rico returns- 10K- Walk it or run it. Benefits go to the Fundacion Hospital Pediatrico and the Fundatcon Asistencia Centro de Trauma. Takes place in San Juan (across the Teodoro Moscoso Bridge). Check the Facebook page for more info.
Other Events
This is just a small subset of activities occurring this month. As always, be sure to check our events calendar, Facebook page, or Twitter feed for other events happening this month and throughout the year all across the island.
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