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August Events

August Events Puerto Rico

Summer might be coming to a close, the kids are heading back at school but the temperature is still hot, hot, hot and there is always plenty to enjoy around the island.

Highlights include:the 9th Caribbean International Boat Show, a Goat Festival and several farmers / artisan markets.

August 13-15, 9th Caribbean International Boat Show, Fajardo

Puerto Del Rey Marina in Fajardo will host the largest boat show in the Caribbean. There will be numerous manufacturers displaying their boats along with over 100 exhibitors of nautical products and accessories. There will also be kiosks, food, the Captain’s Bar and live music (Saturday: Cosculluela & La Banda Algarete, Sunday:Limi-T 21).

Tickets cost $20pp and you can find out more information on their Facebook page

August 22, Festival Nacional Del Cabro (Goat Festival), Guaynabo

The annual Festival Nacional Del Cabro returns to Paseo Tablado de Guaynabo in Guaynabo, featuring live music artisans, farmers markets and all things goats.

More Information: 787-590-7539

Also Happening in August

Farmers / Artisan Markets 

August 1, Mercado Orgánico En La Placita Roosevelt, San Juan
Taking place from 9am – 2pm at Placita Roosevelt, Calle Ing. José A. V. Canals, San Juan (787-200-8580)

August 8, Mercado AgroArtesanal de Barrio Obrero, San Juan
Taking place from 10am – 4pm at Estación Sagrado Corazón (Abordo), San Juan (787-729-1594)

August 15, Mercado Agrícola Las Curías, San Juan
Taking place from 9am – 4pm at Paseo Las Curias, San Juan

August 15, Mercado El Chicharrón En Bayamón
Taking place from 11am – 6pm at Calle Barbosa #37 (787-200-8580)

August 29, Mercado Ballajá, Old San Juan
Taking place from  10am – 5pm at the Cuartel de Ballajá, Old San Juan

August Events Puerto Rico

Concerts

August 14, Ednita Nazario at The Coca Cola Music Hall
8:30pm Coca-Cola Music Hall in El Distrito San Juan, San Juan (787-425-0900)

August 15, Pedro Capó Live at The Coca-Cola Music Hall
6pm Coca-Cola Music Hall in El Distrito San Juan, San Juan (787-425-0900)

Patron Saint Festivals

The following towns will be hosting festivals celebrating their Patron Saints. The events typically feature artisans, local music, local foods and children’s activities

August 6-8, Patillas Patron Saint Festival
Plaza Publica in Patillas will host artisans, a family market, Dominoes Tournament, a mini circus, live music, 5K run and more. More Information Here

For more news on events happening in August and the rest of the year; check out our ‘What’s On Calendar‘, Twitter Page and Facebook Page

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

Resource: PR Tourism Co, local media

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