Music Performance Programs - Costa Rica

San Jose Festival of Lights Parade

Costa Rica, like many other countries around the world, has its own unique and special way to celebrate holidays -- and festivals are a vital part of Costa Rican culture. The Festival of Lights officially begins the Christmas season, and is one of the most awaited events of the year (held the second Saturday evening of December).

For those unfamiliar with this Central American country, Costa Rica:

• Is home to more Americans (per capita) than any other country outside of the United States;
• Is a safe destination with a low violent-crime rate
• Has one of the highest standards of living in Latin America
• Has a 95% literacy rate, one of the highest in the world
• Has one of the longest life expectancy rates on earth, 77 years
• Has a near perfect tropical climate with a plethora of outdoor activities to partake in year round, which explains why many Americans seem to have adopted Costa Rica as their second home
• Is the oldest and most stable democratic government in Latin America

Costa Rica Welcomes You . . . To the Festival of Lights, San Jose, and More!

In addition to performing in the Festival of Lights Parade and a second "special" performance as the featured guests of the Festival of Light organizers, you will enjoy escorted tours to see and experience the city of San Jose, explore Turu Ba Ri (the Rain Forest Canopy), enjoy nature tours and opportunities to meet other local band students.

Join in the celebration!  Contact Charles Brodie, our Music Director Liaison, at charlie@travelgallery.com