Looks like March is going to be a busy month here in Puerto Rico, with the potential for whale spotting, pro golfer spotting, sangria tasting, chilling to the cool sounds of jazz and much more
Mar 1-31, Whale Festival, Rincon
Typically the best time to spot whales off the coast of Puerto Rico (usually the west coast) is January to March. To mark the end of the season Rincon holds its annual Festival de la Bellena (whale festival) takes place throughout March at the Rincon Lighthouse. The festival features, music, food and local artisans and hopefully some whale spotting (though not guaranteed).
Mar 4-10, 2013 Puerto Rico Golf Open, Rio Grande
Once again the Trump International Golf Club in Rio Grande plays host to the 2013 Puerto Rico PGA Open. The weeklong event features charity events, golf exhibitions, Pro Am Tournament and the main event the PGA Open. This year some familiar names include: John Daly, Justin Leonard, Kevin Stadler and Paul Casey.
Check out the full list of golfers and daily schedule here
Mar 16, Sangria Festival, San Juan
Last year’s Sangria Festival in Puerto Rico was officially designated as the Biggest Sangria Festival in the World by the Guinness Book of Records. Will this year’s be bigger? I’m sure the organizers are hoping it will. If you would like to be part of this festival check out the details here and head to the San Juan Convention Center on March 16.
Mar 21-24, Puerto Rico Heineken Jazz Fest, San Juan
The Tito Puente Amphitheater in San Juan is the place to be for Puerto Rico’s annual jazz festival. Artists and groupsd taking part include:
Viento de Agua
Henry Cole and the Afro Beat Collection
Jonathan Suazo Quintet
Nicholas Payton
Strunz and Farah
Luis Bonillua Quintet
McCoy Tyner Quartet
Joshua Redman Quartet
Berklee Student Band
Magos Herrera Quintet
William Cepeda Afro Rican Jazz
Where: Tito Puente Amphitheater, San Juan
More Info
Other events during May
Mar 1-31, Puerto Rico Symphony, Santurce
Puerto Rico Symphony will be performing Classical Season Concerts throughout the month of March
Where: Luis A. Ferrer Performing Arts Center (Centro de Bellas Artes), Santurce
Tel: 787-620-4444
More Info
Until Mar 3, Carnaval Mabo, Guaynabo
Annual carnival featuring the burial of the sardine, music, food kiosks and parades
Where: In and around Tablo del Rio, Guaynabo (PR199 close to Belles Artes de Guyanbo)
Until Mar 16, Casals Festival, San Juan
Annual music festival celebrating the life of Casals continues until March 16
Where: San Juan
Mar 2, Ismeal Miranda, Santurce
Where: Luis A. Ferrer Performing Arts Center (Centro de Bellas Artes), Santurce
Tel: 787-620-4444
Mar 3, Edgar Abraham, Guaynabo
Edgar Abraham Ãmosfehra Jazz Concert’
Where: Alejandro CRuz Ortiz Pereforming Arts Center, Guaynabo
Tel: 787-790-2350
Mar 3, El Morro Pet Fest, Old San Juan
The annual pet festival is a great event for families.
Where: grounds of El Morro in Old San Juan
Mar 7-10: The World Baseball Classic, San Juan
Teams from Spain, Dominican Republic, Venezuela as well as Puerto Rico’s national team, will be taking part in this years World Baseball Classic at Hiram Bithorn Stadium in San Juan.
More info here
Mar 8-10, Caribbean International Boat Show, Fajardo
The Puerto del Rey Marina in Fajardo hosts this years Caribbean International Boat Show. 100’s of boats and exhibits during the 2 day event
More info here
Mar 8-10, International Taekwondo 20th Anniversary, San German
Around 13 countries participating in the 20th anniversary of the event
Where: Arquelio Torres Coliseum, San German
Tel: 787-608-4067
Mar 9-10: Corona Extra Pro Surf Circuit, Rincon
Does beach in Rincon will host 2-day Corona Extra Pro Surf contest
More info here
Mar 16, Yolandita Monge, Hato Rey
Yolandita Monge ‘Mas Para Dar’
Where: Coliseo de Puerto Rico, Jose Miguel Agrelot, Hato Rey
Tel: 787-294-001
Mar 17, Dia Nacional de la Salsa, Hiram Bithorn Stadium
Once again on Sunday March 17 the Hiram Bithorn Stadium will be jumping to the sounds of Salsa as visitors and locals celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Dia Nacional de la Salsa
Where: Hiram Bithorn Stadium
March 17: Ironman 70.3, San Juan
The Iron Man 70.3 Triathlon takes place in Condado Lagoon (swim), Old San Juan (run) and San Juan to Dorado (bike)
More info here
March 22, Pro Arte Musical: John Williams & John Etheridge, Santurce
Where: Luis A. Ferrer Performing Arts Center (Centro de Bellas Artes), Santurce
Tel: 787-620-4444
March, Dulce Sueno Fair, Guayama
Highglight of the fair is the Paso Finmo Horse Competition, but you will also find, food kiosks, muisic and more
Where: Parque Ecuestre Dulce Sueno, Guayama
Tel: 787-866-2506
Don’t have an official date for this event at the moment
Note: All events are subject to change, so contact the event organizers for up to date information. Discovering Puerto Rico is not responsible for any schedule changes
