Culture

Panama’s National Lottery has announced a special schedule for Holy Week 2026, adjusting its hours and draws around the holiday period. The calendar gives players and vendors a clear guide for lottery activity during Semana Santa.

María Paula Acedo Pérez, queen of Calle Abajo 2027 in Las Tablas, is preparing with public speaking, protocol, and physical training. Her role reflects both carnival tradition and the growing demands placed on modern queens.

The Casco Antiguo will mark Holy Thursday with a procession of the Last Supper, featuring a 2,500-pound sculpture carried by 140 bearers. The display is expected to draw large crowds to Panama City’s historic center during Holy Week.

HBO is preparing a second Harry Potter season before the first one premieres, with the new series set to adapt one book per season. The weekly release plan could keep season one running into 2027.

The numbers for the Pirámide de Chakatín midweek draw on April 1, 2026, are now out. The announcement renews interest in one of Panama’s familiar number games.

Laura Dern is set to lead a new television drama based on the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, bringing one of the most notorious cases of recent decades to fiction. The project is expected to reignite public debate over power, abuse, and accountability.

Young people in Los Pozos, Herrera are leading a live Holy Week Passion play to help preserve a long-standing local tradition. The event highlights the role of community support in keeping religious customs alive.

BTS’s 2026 Latin America tour has triggered major demand among Panama fans, who are preparing for presales that require Weverse registration and a Ticketmaster account. Bogotá is the closest confirmed stop for Panamanians, with concerts set for October 2 and 3, 2026.

Holy Week coverage from Casco Antiguo will spotlight Martes Santo, honoring security forces and the Cristo de la Buena Muerte in a key Panama City tradition.

Fiebre Amarilla earned its fourth victory on Calle 7 Panamá, deepening the pressure on Furia Roja. The competition now heads into Tuesday with momentum firmly on the yellow team’s side.

TVN 2 highlighted the Asociación de Damas Españolas Panameñas as part of its “Gente que Inspira” segment, recognizing the group’s community presence in Panama. The feature underscores the role of civic associations in supporting social and cultural life.

Sandra Sandoval became a trending topic after sharing a curious personal anecdote that amused thousands of followers. The story spread quickly online thanks to its mix of humor and honesty.

Portobelo will hold its Holy Week activities as scheduled, including the procession of the Black Christ through the historic town this Wednesday. The event is expected to draw devotees from across Panama.

Nex Panama shared a recipe feature for lomo saltado a lo pobre, a hearty twist on the classic stir-fried beef dish. The post directs readers to its recipe section for more cooking ideas.

Newsroom Panama’s “Your Morning Smile” post is a lighthearted feature inviting readers to send in jokes, accompanied by duck-themed images. It contains no breaking news or substantive update.

Masked thieves stole three major paintings from an art museum near Parma in a three-minute raid. Italian police are reviewing surveillance footage as investigators try to recover the works.

Panama’s National Symphony Orchestra will present more than 14 concerts at Ciudad de las Artes starting April 1. The series aims to strengthen cultural development and broaden access to symphonic music.

Santa Ana Parish in Panama City is being recognized as one of the capital’s oldest churches and a vital piece of the country’s religious heritage. The article underscores the need to restore the historic building before its legacy is further at risk.

This opinion column argues that Christianity in Panama is often reduced to ritual and tradition instead of being practiced through everyday actions, compassion, and integrity. It calls for faith to be lived consistently, not just observed during Holy Week or Christmas.

Semana Santa Internacional 2026 in Casco Antiguo will include overnight transport, hydration stations, and information points for visitors. Organizers also plan first aid areas and guidance to the seven churches.