Come to Celebrate one of Bocas Many Events!

Bocas Panama is an exciting little town, full of excitement and things to do. Bocas Town is in the middle of that activity, being the heart of many of the events that occur in the province. Tourists who arrive from Panama City, Penonome, David and San Jose, Costa Rica get to Bocas Town come in small planes, buses or rental cars.

Once on the islands, guests get around either on foot or by water taxi. The majority of the residents of Bocas Town are Afro-Caribbean or Guaymi Indians. They are mixed in with Americans and Europeans, some who are descendants of the banana farmers that came to the area more than one hundred years ago. This blend creates a variety of activities and events, many which are a treat for the area’s tourists and newcomers.

Some of the events in Bocas Panama include:

• Palo de Mayo – Held on May 1st, this celebration is held in Bocas Town and Bastimentos. The festival is lively, and the highlight of the event is the maypole dance performed by young local girls.

• Dia de la Virgen del Carmen – Taking place in early July, the townspeople make a pilgrimage to a cave called La Gruta, which is located in the middle of Isla Colon. There a mass is held in honor of the Virgen del Carmen.

• Feria del Mar – Known as the Sea Fair in English, this lively fair is a rousing, four-day event. The fair is held in late September on Playa El Ismito, just north of Bocas Town.

• Fundacion de la Provincia de Bocas del Toro – This day honors the founding of the province back in 1904, and it features parades, celebrations and other events.

• Dia de Bastimentos – Bastimentos Day, as it is called in English, is held in late November and celebrated with a parade and drums on the Isla Bastimentos. Although Bocas del Toro is known for the relaxing waters of the Caribbean, there are plenty of exciting activities to keep things tourists entertained. The combination makes Bocas Panama a great place to visit!

For more information about Bocas del Toro, where to stay and what to do while you are there, contact Bocas Panama us today.