San Isidro del General Fiestas: An agricultural fair with flower shows, bullfighting and traditional livestock competitions complete with prizes; held in San Isidro del General, San Jose. The first week of February.
Mardi Gras in Esterillos: A carnival with parades, street foods, music, children's games, and dancing. Mid-February.
CENAC Summer Festival: Free storytelling, theater, movies and other entertainment at the National Cultural Center in San Jose. February 13-16.
Los Diablitos Games: A re-creation of the fight between the Boruca tribe and the Spanish held in Rey Curre, Boruca. Fireworks, masks and traditional dancing help to set the scene. The indigenous tribe is represented by the diablitos, or little devils, and the Spanish by a bull. Late February.
Puntarenas Carnaval: A lively, seven-day celebration with food, music, and beer in Puntarenas. Last week of February.
Sun Festival: An annual celebration of the Mayan New Year on February 25 that culminates in a fire ceremony and a gathering to promote solar power. Last week of February.
Liberia Fiestas: Guanacaste folklore and traditions are celebrated with music, rides, and concerts throughout Liberia. Last week of February.