Culture

Penonomé celebrated its 445th anniversary by honoring the Pelú legacy and the tambor norte de Coclé, key parts of the town’s cultural identity. The tribute highlighted the enduring role of local tradition in Coclé’s heritage.

Panama will celebrate a decade of the March for Science this Sunday at the Biomuseo on Amador, with talks, a science fair and a symbolic walk. The event will spotlight research on health, education, climate change and other key national issues.

Students are traveling to Panama City for a Spanish immersion programme that combines classroom learning with visits to cultural landmarks, including the Panama Canal. The trip is designed to strengthen language skills and regional understanding.

Panama City Hall has rolled out a weekend program featuring culture, food, art and recreation for residents and visitors. The initiative aims to activate public spaces and support community life in the capital.

Panama is working to recover the marañón, a fruit deeply tied to rural traditions and family memories, after years of decline linked to fungal disease. Institutions are testing pruning, resistant plants and new genetic material to restore production.

Parque Norte in Panama Norte will host a Jurassic-themed family event this Saturday, with free transportation available from San Vicente. The outing is being promoted as a convenient weekend option for local residents.

Los Pueblitos will host the Festival de Diablos this Saturday with more than 400 dancers taking part. The event will feature traditional performances and cultural activity centered on Panama’s folkloric heritage.

Aguadulce’s Festival de la Caña de Azúcar brings together traditional crafts and local food in a celebration of culture and community. The event highlights the role of gastronomy in preserving Panama’s regional traditions.

A 30-year-old mother of two and actress has entered the Miss Universe Panama 2026 race, adding a personal and modern profile to the national pageant. Her candidacy reflects the evolving image of Panamanian women in beauty competitions.

Dominican music was featured at a gala in Panama City as part of Dominican Week in Panama 2026. The event highlighted cultural ties between Dominican and Panamanian audiences through a performance by Panama’s National Symphony Orchestra.

Panama City Hall has announced a weekend agenda featuring cultural, gastronomic, artistic and recreational activities for the public. The program aims to bring residents and visitors into the capital’s community spaces.

Shirley Anais Castillo Aparicio, a 30-year-old mother and actress, has joined the Miss Universe Panama 2026 competition as Miss Universe Riviera del Canal. Her candidacy highlights the pageant’s more inclusive rules and Panama’s evolving beauty contest landscape.

Panama City will host a busy weekend with folkloric dances, a gastronomic fair, a Parque Norte anniversary celebration and Sunday recreation events. The program spans Mis Pueblitos, Panama La Vieja, the Cinta Costera and Summit Botanical Garden.

Elena Rose visited an IPHE center in Panama, where she sang and spent time with children during a social and cultural outing. The visit highlighted an emotional connection between the artist and the students.

A nationwide Donatón this weekend will collect food, cleaning supplies, medicine, and other pet items for homeless dogs and cats in Panama. More than 100 drop-off points will accept donations across the country.

Sandra Sandoval’s English-language invitation to Sandra Fest in Chiriquí sparked a burst of online reactions. The birthday celebration has become a notable musical event in Panama’s entertainment scene.

Panama will participate in the World of Dance Summit 2026, a major four-day dance event in Anaheim, California, featuring finals, battles and master classes. The appearance gives Panamanian dancers a global stage in one of the industry’s best-known competitions.

Casa Santa Ana is closing its Zanele Muholi exhibition with a weekend of art and community events in Panama City. The show spotlights an internationally recognized artist known for work centered on LGBTQIA+ visibility.

The Panama Canal will be the guest of honor at the Panama International Book Fair 2026, just ahead of the 10th anniversary of its expansion. The tribute highlights the canal’s lasting role in Panama’s identity, economy and global profile.

Penonomé will celebrate its 445th anniversary with the Paseo de Usanzas Penonomeñas, a cultural event centered on local traditions and heritage displays. The celebration will also transform neighborhood portales with antique objects and traditional furnishings.