AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 minutes agoAfro-Descendant Culture: San José lit up with the 2026 Diaspora Parade, part of the Festival Flores de la Diáspora Africana, mixing Zumba, bike rides, and community performances while organizers also pointed to administrative hurdles and discrimination faced during planning. Music & Awards: Sonidero Barrio Fátima (Cartago) won Album of the Year at the ACAM awards for “SBF vol. 3,” celebrating a cumbia-rooted project that grew from neighborhood gatherings into a national spotlight. Classical Pop Crossover: The Costa Rica Philharmonic Orchestra is staging “KING: Tributo a Michael Jackson” at Teatro Melico Salazar (Sept. 5 at 8 p.m., Sept. 6 at 4 p.m.), with JP Castillo leading vocals and symphonic takes on “Billie Jean,” “Beat It,” and “Thriller.” Arts & Architecture: Gaudí’s Casa Batlló lands in Costa Rica via an exhibition of 56 photographs plus public events across San José and Cartago, including a concert by the Sagrada Familia’s official organist. Community & Safety: Brasil de Santa Ana’s district council urges MOPT to speed up fixes at the Piedades interchange, arguing for an overpass or at least moving forward with an already reviewed roundabout plan. Nature Festival: Costa Ballena’s 16th Whale and Dolphin Festival returns this weekend (Sept. 4–6), timed to humpback season near Marino Ballena National Park.
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