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December Festivals & Events in Puerto Rico

December is one of the most festive months in Puerto Rico, bringing together centuries-old traditions, colorful festivals, holiday celebrations, music, and cultural events across the island. From the famous Festival de las Máscaras in Hatillo and Christmas parrandas to artisan fairs, religious observances, and New Year's festivities, December offers visitors an authentic glimpse into Puerto Rican culture during the holiday season.

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Metro Region

1. Concurso Nacional del Cuatro - San Juan
   A prestigious competition showcasing Puerto Rico's finest cuatro players while celebrating the island's national instrument and rich musical heritage.
   
2. Fiestas de Navidad - Toa Baja
   
3. Festival del Macabeo - Trujillo Alto
   

North Region

1. Festival de la Plata - Dorado
   
2. Carnaval de Hatillo - Hatillo
   Famous for the Festival de las Máscaras, commemorating the Day of the Holy Innocents with costumed riders, elaborate masks, parades, music, and unique local traditions.
   
3. Festival de las Mascaras - Hatillo
   Colorful masks and costumes decorate Hatillo Festival of Masks. The festivities include dances, food, parades.
   (787) 898-3835
4. Festival del Guiro - Hatillo
   (787) 898-3840
5. Festival Nacional de las Máscaras - Hatillo
   Traditional festival showcasing Puerto Rico's famous handcrafted masks, cultural exhibitions, artisan markets, live music, and the island's unique masquerade traditions.
   
6. Festival de Navidad - Manati
   
7. Fiestas Patronales de La Inmaculada Concepcion de María - Vega Alta
   Every year, Vega Alta celebrates a patron saint festival. The festivities include dances, food, parades and religious processions.
   

East Region

1. Navidad en el Campo - Canovanas
   
2. Festival Comunitario de la Iglesia Catolica - Humacao
   
3. Fiestas Patronales Inmaculada Concepcion de Maria - Humacao
   Every year, Humacao celebrates a patron saint festival. The festivities include dances, food, parades and religious processions.
   (787)852-3066
4. Fiestas Patronales Inmaculada Concepcion de Maria - Juncos
   Every year, Juncos celebrates a patron saint festival. The festivities include dances, food, parades and religious processions.
   (787) 734-0335 or (787) 734-0336
5. Fiestas Patronales Nuestra Senora de Asuncion - Las Piedras
   Every year, Las Piedras celebrates a patron saint festival. The festivities include dances, food, parades and religious processions.
   (787) 733-8182
6. Festival de Platos Tipicos - Luquillo
   
7. Festival de Navidad - Maunabo
   
8. Maraton Ano Viejo - Maunabo
   
9. Festival Jibaro de Martorell - Yabucoa
   

Central Region

1. Dia de los Inocentes - Morovis
   
2. La Isla Menos Central - Morovis
   

South Region

1. Semana Puertorriqueña - Guayama
   
2. Fiestas Patronales Inmaculada Concepcion de Maria - Guayanilla
   Every year, Guayanilla celebrates a patron saint festival. The festivities include dances, food, parades and religious processions.
   (787) 835-2660
3. Fiestas Puertorriquenas - Juana Diaz
   
4. Festival de Harina - Patillas
   Celebrates traditional flour-based foods and local cuisine.
   (787) 839-4120
5. Festival del Name - Patillas
   (787) 839-4120
6. Fiestas Patronales de Nuestra Senora de la Guadalupe - Ponce
   Every year, Ponce celebrates a patron saint festival. The festivities include dances, food, parades and religious processions.
   (787) 840-4141
7. Las Mananitas - Ponce
   Every year on December 12 at 4 am, a religions procession that starts at Lolita Tizol Street and moves toward the city's Catholic church is led by Mariachis singing traditional Mexican songs including the lead song "Las Mananitas" to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe, the city's patron saint. The procession is followed by a morning mass at 6 am and breakfast. Rides, local cuisine, and parades continue through the weekend at the Plaza Las Delicias.
   (787) 284-4141
8. Maraton Carlos Baez - Villalba
   

West Region

1. Festival de la Paleta - Cabo Rojo
   
2. Festival Le Lo Lai - Cabo Rojo
   
3. Dia de los Santos Inocentes - Isabela
   
4. Fiestas Patronales Inmaculada Concepcion de Maria - Las Marias
   Every year, Las Marias celebrates a patron saint festival. The festivities include dances, food, parades and religious processions.
   (787) 827-2280
5. Parranda del Enchaquetao - Moca
   
6. Festival del Petate - Sabana Grande
   (787) 873-2060
7. Festival de Navidad - San German
   
8. Puerto Rican Women's Marathon - San German
   Every year in february San German celebrates Puerto Rican Women's Marathon.
   (787) 892-3500

Festivals Region

1. Festival Navideno - North
   Vega Baja
   
2. Festival Navideno - South
   Arroyo