Restaurants and hotels in Panama City’s Casco Antiguo are reporting a positive economic impact during International Holy Week 2026 as hundreds of tourists arrive. The holiday boost is strengthening the historic district’s role as a key tourism hub.
IPHE used World Autism Awareness Day to promote greater inclusion of people with autism in Panama’s education system and job market. The message highlighted access as a key part of full participation in society.
Many Panamanians are spending the weekend at home to save on fuel and reduce expenses. The decision reflects broader cost-of-living pressure on household budgets.
Panama’s National Lottery released the April 2, 2026 results for La Lotto and Pega 3. Players can now check their tickets ahead of the next drawing.
A political clash in Panama’s National Assembly has broken out between deputies Alaín Cedeño and Betserai Richards over alleged irregular handling of decentralization funds. The dispute adds fresh pressure to ongoing debates about transparency and public spending.
Panama’s weather authority has kept a nationwide rain advisory active, with showers expected mainly in the afternoon. The alert comes as residents and drivers prepare for changing conditions across the country.
Priests from Herrera and Los Santos renewed their vows during the Chrism Mass at Chitré’s San Juan Bautista Cathedral, led by Bishop Rafael Valdivieso. The celebration marked one of the most important moments of Holy Week in Panama’s Azuero region.
Senan reminded travelers heading to Panama’s island areas during Holy Week to carry the required safety equipment on boats and for passengers. The guidance comes as holiday travel increases across coastal and insular routes.
Panama’s 83rd Major Baseball Championship is moving into the Round of Eight, a pivotal stage in the national tournament. Fans can follow the action through TVMAX, TVN Pass, and TVMAX PANAMÁ on YouTube.
Marco Rubio accused China of pressuring Panama-flagged vessels after a dispute over strategic ports near the Panama Canal. The episode underscores how closely Panama’s shipping sector is tied to global geopolitics.
Dozens of faithful gathered in Panama City’s Casco Antiguo for the Hermandad de la Santa Cena procession on Holy Thursday. The day also included Mass at the cathedral with the traditional washing of the feet rite.
Inmates at the Penonomé prison staged a Passion of Christ performance during Holy Week after months of preparation. The initiative was designed to promote reflection, coexistence, and personal change.
Panamanian authorities have issued a vigilance notice for swell and rain on the Pacific coast and are urging the public to take precautions. Officials are continuing to monitor conditions closely.
Panama’s new Civil Procedure Code places the preliminary hearing at the center of civil cases, aiming to speed up disputes, clean up procedural defects, and narrow evidence early. The reform also strengthens the judge’s role and pushes conciliation closer to the start of litigation.
Shoppers in Colón marked Holy Thursday with seafood purchases, especially fish, sierra, and bacalao. Buyers described the prices as reasonable as they prepared for Holy Week meals.
Alanje has activated an emergency operations center and increased surveillance for Holy Week 2026. The measures target coastal areas and tourist sites as visitor numbers rise during the holiday period.
Satellite data shows Veraguas accounts for 20% of Panama’s fires, with Panama and Coclé also among the most affected provinces. La Yeguada stands out as a vulnerable hotspot because of its pine cover.
Marco Rubio accused China of bullying Panama by briefly detaining or delaying dozens of Panama-flagged ships. The comments highlight how Panama’s shipping registry can become entangled in major geopolitical tensions.
Panama’s Health Ministry will install a fully equipped medical module to provide immediate care during surfing events at the South American Youth Games. The move is part of the country’s safety planning for the international competition.
Panama is moving to streamline uncontested inheritance cases with a notarial procedure designed to cut delays and ease pressure on the courts. The reform limits the fast-track route to clear, non-contentious successions and keeps disputed cases in the judiciary.