What’s Happening? April 2026
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 number of 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 2026.
April 3 to 5: Puerto Rico Comic Con 2026
Here it is again – for all you lovers of Comic/anime/sci-fi/gaming, etc! There are activities for the whole family, with Special Guests, Conferences, Video Games, Local Artists, Cosplay Showcase with prizes and much more. Held at the PR Convention Center in San Juan. Tickets on sale at Ticketera.com. For more information, check their Facebook page.
April 11 and 12: 16th Festival de Chringa (Kite) in Isabela
A really fun family event, with live music, events, a kite contest, petting zoo, bounce castles, toy exhibit, car show, artisans, food, and even workshop on how to build a kite. At Playa Middles in Isabela. See the Facebook page for more information.
April 17 to 19: Carnival Abey in Salinas
Join the town celebration with live music, parades, and lots more fun! In the town’s public plaza. See the town’s Facebook page for more information.
April 18 and 19: Chocolate and Coffee Expo 2026
The funnest event for coffee and chocolate lovers! This family-friendly event gives you the opportunity to learn, taste, and support a wide variety of exhibitors of coffees, chocolates, teas, cookies, breads, desserts and many other complementary products. Learn about our local Coffee and Cacao agriculture. Participate in interactive workshops, enjoy live demonstrations and connect with the community. Purchase your tickets at PRticket.com *Children 12 years old and under enter FREE. Where: Puerto Rico Convention center from 11am to 6pm. Check their web page or PRTicket page for more info and to buy tickets.
April 18 and 19: 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 24 to 26: 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 reenactors will wear period costume and reenact the defense of San Juan. Events occur generally around the San Cristobal, El Morro / Casa Blanca / Cathedral area, but you may see then all around Old San Juan, and sometimes outside OSJ in Piñones. There will be scheduled programs / attacks / military exercises happening around the area. Great photo opportunities! Visit their Facebook page for more info.
April 24 to 26: Festival del Apio in Barranquitas
The town of Barranquitas again celebrates Apio (a local, celery-like root vegetable). Held at the Pabellon de las Artes y la Juventud de Barranquitas. With lots of food, produce, music, artisans and more. See the Facebook page for more information.
April 24 to 26: Carnival Arroyano in Arroyo
Join the town celebration with live music, parades, and lots more fun! In the town’s public plaza. See the town’s Facebook page for more information.
April 25: Mojito Fest in San Juan
A night of rumba, gastronomy, and a lot of flavors! Live music and Loads of restaurants and famous bartenders will be featured at MojitoFest at the San Juan Convention Center. Unlimited mojitos, you taste them, rate them, and crown the “Best”. See their Facebook page for more info. Tickets at Ticketera Page page.
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!
Puerto Rico Day Trips LLC 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!
