SanSe 2026 : January 15–18, 2026
The Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián / San Sebastian Street Festival returns in 2026 with four electrifying days that turn Old San Juan into the island’s ultimate open air celebration. Marking its 56th edition and honoring legendary filmmaker Jacobo Morales, La SanSe blends music, art, and tradition across every plaza and cobblestone street, complete with star studded performances, the iconic cabezudos parade, and one of the largest artisan markets in the Caribbean. Often called Puerto Rico’s answer to Mardi Gras, it’s a nonstop, day to night showcase of the island’s culture, creativity, and unmistakable joy.
Itinerary for the 2026 Fiestas De La Calle San Sebastian
Note: The official Opening Ceremony will be on Thursday Jan 15 starting at 5pm and there will be the main Parade of Cabezos starting at the Lincoln School on Calle San Sebastian (Close to San Cristobal Fort)
2026 SanSe Festival Schedule
Plaza Colon
- Los Pleneros de Severo
- Algarete
- Laberinto de Coco
- Chris Lebrón
- La Secta
- Roberto Ortiz
- El Junte Loiceño
- Rafa Romero
- Juan Vélez
- Circo
- Algareplena
- Costa Brava
- Arnaldo
- Los Chinchillos del Caribe
- Los Rabanes
- DJ Luian
Plaza de la Barandilla
- Trío Los Andinos
- Tuna de Cayey
- Michelle Brava / Carlos García
- A Son de Guerra
- Glenn Monroig
- Orquesta de Zayra Paola
- Decimanía
- Choco Orta
- Puerto Rican Power
- Humberto Ramírez
- San Sebastián al Ritmo de la Bomba
- Luis González
- Finalistas de Objetivo Fama… El Tour
- Joseph Fonseca
Plaza del Quinto Centenario
- La Tribu de Abrante
- Tito Nieves
- Plena Libre
- Miriam Cruz
- Pedro Capó
- Victoria Sanabria
- Hermes Croatto
- Grupo Manía
- Víctor Manuelle
- Juanes
- Andy Montañez
- Plenéalo
- Ednita Nazario
- Tommy Torres
- Jowell y Randy (cierre)
SanSe Parking & Transportation
Parking in Old San Juan
If you plan on driving to Old San Juan for the San Sebastion Street Festival, there are a few parkjing options, but you should aim to get there as early as possible. Covadonga parking in Old San Juan will be open from 8am until the festival closes at a cost of $5. The La Puntilla (open air parking lot) is ONLY OPEN FOR RESIDENTS OF OLD SAN JUAN.
Transportation to SanSe
Hiram Bithorn Stadium – car parking available and trsnsport by bus to Old San Juan. Cost $5
Catano Ferry – The ferry will run Thur: 5:30am – 1am, Fri: 5:30am – 2am, Sat: 7:30am – 2am, Sun: &:30am – 1am
Buses – Thurs & Fri: 2pm – 2am, Sat & Sun: 9am – 2am
Taxis – will operate from the Centro de Convenciones
Uber – will be operating but you will be typically be dropped off near the Hacienda building / outskirts of Old San Juan
Scooters / Bikes – these will not be allowed on the streets of Old San Juan, so you will need to leave them in the designated areas
For more tips and ideas check out this San Sebastian Street Festival Survival Guide
