What’s Happening? August 2025

August is a fun time in Puerto Rico. The first two weekends are the final “summer flings” before school resumes and, after that, things calm down a bit. But it is still “summer” weather here … fruits are ripe, temperatures are high, and people are still in a party mood. Expect water-related activities to be busy as people try to keep cool during the “dog days” of summer! A few towns have their Patron Saint Festivals or celebrations of specialties, so get ready for lots of music, food, and fun!

While there is always something fun happening somewhere in Puerto Rico, there are a few special events each month that deserve a mention. Here are some highlights for August 2025.

August Events

July 31 to August 3: Fiestas Patronales de San German

The San German Town Patron Saint Festival. It will have lots of live music, food, artisans and more. Will be held at the Concha Acustica Area Recreativa Lisandro Lugo. Check their Facebook page for more info.

August 1 to 3: Carnaval Culebrense 2025

Culebra celebrates its Carnaval Culebrense 2025. It is a weekend filled with music, parades, food and fun for the whole family. Held at the Centro Bellas Artes Parking area.

August 7 to 10: Taste Food Fest

This free Food Festival will be held at the Plaza Las Americas Mall. With seminars, cooking demonstrations, tastings, samples, and more! Come see local chefs and bartenders do their thing and taste fresh, local products. Check their Facebook page for more info.

August Events

August 23: Puerto Rico Pizza and Beer Fest

The only festival in Puerto Rico where you can taste the best pizzas and beers on the island while enjoying good music and entertainment. From 4pm-8pm, at the Gran Parque Agroturístico El Dorado in Dorado. Tickets on Sale at PRTicket.com Check their Facebook page for more info.

August 24: 7th Festival of Salsa Frankie Ruiz, Mayaguez

Join other Salsa enthusiasts and dance the night away in Mayaguez. The Frankie Ruiz Salsa Festival will have live bands all night in the Concha Acustica Frankie Ruiz. More info for schedule, check their Facebook page.

August 30 to 31: Puerto Rico Foodies Fest – South Edition!

This Food Festival will be held in the lot on the side of Plaza del Caribe in Ponce. With seminars, cooking demonstrations, loads of food and drink samples, live music and more! Come see local chefs and bartenders do their thing and taste deliciousness! Check their Facebook page for more info. Admission is free, but you need to get tickets at Eventbrite. VIP tickets available for a cost.

Other Events

This is just a small subset of activities occurring this month. As always, be sure to check our events calendar and Facebook page for other events happening this month and throughout the year all across the island.

August Events

August to : Fifth Festival of the San Pedrito

The Festival del San Pedrito (which is a pretty little bird) will have live music, activities for the kids, artisan, photo exhibits, many carvings, and other San Pedrito related art works, educational talks, and more. The event is held at the Plaza Pública de Utuado – located in beautiful downtown Utuado. Open Saturday and Sunday at 10am – 6pm. See their Facebook page for more info.

August to : Fiestas Patronales de Comerio

This town festival will occur mostly in the Public Plaza. Starting 6pm on Thursday with lots of live music. Also expect food and artisans and more. Check their Facebook page for more info.

August 12 to 21: Fiestas Patronales in Cayey

Annual patron saint festiaval, with music, food, artisans, entertainment, and general family-oriented fun. They have a Facebook page for the event with more info.

August 13 to 14: Bomba & Plena Festival

This annual music and dance event takes place on the Boardwalk in Juana Díaz. Expect music, food, artisans, and more.

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