Culture

Panama’s Holy Thursday tradition of visiting seven churches continues across the country, with Betania offering a practical route in the capital. The custom remains a central part of Semana Santa observance for Catholic communities.

Panama is introducing environmental education initiatives in all 16 regional school districts to strengthen awareness, belonging, and student leadership. The nationwide effort puts classrooms at the center of conservation messaging.

Daniel Lauchú, a Panamanian Emmy winner, is helping produce NASA’s Artemis II broadcast, a milestone mission aimed at sending humans into lunar orbit. His role highlights Panamanian talent on a global stage.

Cobre Panamá reached more than 82,000 people in the first quarter of 2026 through fairs, cultural events, and interactive exhibits across Panama. The company says public interest is growing around water use, environmental impact, and local benefits.

The Hermandad del Cristo Pobre will hold its Holy Wednesday procession in Casco Antiguo, beginning at the Church of La Merced. The event is part of Panama City’s Holy Week observances in the historic district.

Casco Antiguo in Panama City is seeing stronger sales as thousands of worshippers and visitors arrive for Semana Santa Internacional 2026. The Holy Week celebrations are giving the historic district a seasonal economic lift.

Children at Colina de Colores on Avenida 12 de Octubre took part in a creative Holy Week activity focused on the Passion of Christ. The event helped young participants connect with the religious meaning of one of Christianity’s most important observances.

Panama marked World Autism Awareness Day with the launch of “Brillando Juntos,” a campaign focused on inclusion and public awareness. The effort highlights the importance of building a more accepting society for people on the autism spectrum.

Holy Week in Panama City’s Casco Antiguo will feature processions and church visits this Thursday and Friday, continuing a long-standing religious tradition in the historic district. The events highlight the area’s cultural and spiritual importance during one of the year’s most meaningful observances.

TVN Media and the International Film Festival of Panama have formed an alliance to boost the visibility of the festival’s 14th edition across TVN platforms. The partnership aims to bring the event’s programming and initiatives to a wider audience in Panama.

Panama will witness the April Pink Moon at its peak tonight at 9:11 p.m. Despite its name, the full moon will not appear pink, but it should be visible for several hours around the moment of maximum brightness.

Holy Week in Panama blends faith and food, with sweet aromas and historic recipes playing a central role in seasonal traditions. The kitchen becomes part of the cultural expression of the holiday.

Worshippers and tourists are visiting the seven churches in Casco Viejo during Holy Week, with free entry set for Holy Thursday and Good Friday. The tradition blends Catholic devotion with the historic district’s strong tourist appeal.

Panamanian producer Daniel Lauchú is helping NASA broadcast Artemis II, the first crewed mission in the agency’s Artemis program. The Emmy winner from Colón has turned a career in television and sports production into a leading role in space coverage.

Panama has declared Pesé’s Living Holy Week dramatization a national folkloric event, formally recognizing the tradition and creating an autonomous patronato to oversee it. The move strengthens the town’s cultural profile and helps preserve the observance.

Children in Colón performed a Passion of Christ drama that has become a more than 20-year local tradition. The event promoted values and reflected the city’s Holy Week observances.

Eddy Herrera’s announcement has boosted anticipation for Sandra Fest in Panama, adding momentum to one of the country’s most awaited music celebrations. His message has helped turn the event into a bigger talking point ahead of the big night.

UTP students have created Easter-themed decorative carpets made with salt and stone, and the public can visit the exhibition. The display highlights student creativity and a cultural tradition tied to the season.

Pesé is preparing for its Semana Santa Viviente celebration with stage installation, scenery work, and more than 100 participating actors. The event remains a major community expression of faith and tradition in Panama.

Archbishop José Domingo Ulloa urged Panamanians to observe Holy Week with moderation and reflection. The call reinforces the religious meaning of the holiday period across the country.