Since 1996, Costa Rica has celebrated “Traditional Masquerade Day” on October 31 ... who craft large, colorful masks and costumes that bring characters to life in a vibrant, public celebration. In ...

Guanacaste’s dances are joyful expressions of folk tradition. Couples dance to marimba tunes and songs that tell a story. The steps are like little jumps. Women resemble butterflies with the movement ...