Dominican Republic Festivals & Events – 2021-2022 Calendar
Events in the Dominican Republic create a perfect opportunity to plan a vacation around a special annual attraction. The Dominican Republic offers a vibrant cultural and arts scene, sporting events, and spectacular natural wonders of the world. The North Coast of the island provides a diverse range of activities, all within a short distance to Sea Horse Ranch. We offer you highlights of popular events nearby.
January
Mid-January – March 30 – Whale Watching – whales can be seen along the North Coast as they migrate to their habitat in Samaná Bay.
February
February 27 – National Holiday – Día de la Independencia / Independence Day – Dominicans celebrate February 27 as their Independence Day. This day in 1844 is when the country reclaimed its independence and regained the name República Dominicana (Dominican Republic). A constitution modeled on the United States was put forth in November 1844. The day is marked locally by a parade in downtown Sosua.
February/March
Carnival in the Dominican Republic is celebrated throughout the months of February & March, with famous parades held on the weekends in Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata, La Vega, and many other towns. Distinguished by its colorful costumes that symbolize religious and traditional characters, each town adds its own twist to the event.
April
April 10 – 18, 2022 – Semana Santa – (Spring Break) Easter Holy Week is a festive and celebratory religious event. In Cabarete, the beach bars and restaurants celebrate a week-long party, with dancing and music attended by thousands every year. Check out the action in town, or relax in the tranquil setting of Sea Horse Ranch during Spring Break. This is one of the biggest vacation times of the year in the Dominican Republic.
May
May 28 – Sunday – Mother’s Day in the Dominican Republic is always celebrated on the last Sunday in May. A special day to honor this special someone, the event is always celebrated with a brunch at The Beach Club at Sea Horse Ranch.
June
June 2022 100K del Caribe: A multi-stage run of 50km or 100 km that spans from Cabarete to Samaná. The race will break into four stages between the towns of Sosúa, Puerto Plata, Cabarete, Las Terrenas and Samaná. www.100kmdelcaribe.com
July
Sea Horse Ranch Summer Camp begins in the last weeks of June and runs through the month of July, for children ages 6-12. Summer Camp activities include Tennis, Swimming, Surfing, Horseback Riding, Day Trips, Arts & Crafts, Soccer, Water Games, Spanish Lessons and More. Hours for the Day Camp are from 8:30am-4:00pm, Monday through Friday. Weekly rates and family discounts are available. Contact us for details.
August
Cabarete Corre – 20k or 10k – August 1, 2021. An offroad race in two parts along the beach and through tropical paths in Cabarete. Part of the 100km del Caribe series. Learn more here.
September
September 14 – 18, 2021 – Master of the Ocean is a unique extreme championship for true water sports athletes, where they have to showcase their skills and battle over wind and waves, in the disciplines of surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, and SUP. Fly high and surf while showing versatility, flow, style, and power in the amazing setting that is Cabarete, on the north shore of the Dominican Republic.
October
Halloween is celebrated on October 31 with traditional trick-or-treating for children. A fun activity for the whole family, everyone is welcome to join in the fun at Sea Horse Ranch and other communities in Cabarete.
November
To be announced – The Dominican Republic Jazz Festival is a multi-day event comprised of free outdoor concerts with internationally acclaimed musicians. Traditionally held in multiple cities, past locations have included Puerto Plata, Santiago, Cabarete, Sosua, Santo Domingo, and Punta Cana. Sponsored by education foundation FEDUJAZZ and the Ministry of Tourism, The Dominican Republic Jazz Festival is the longest-running jazz event in the country. This multi-day free event brings critically-acclaimed international and local jazz artists to perform every year.
December
The Holiday season is a magical time at Sea Horse Ranch. The Beach Club hosts special dinners for Christmas and New Year’s Eve, and the Equestrian Center celebrates with an annual dress parade and award ceremony.
December 24 – Christmas Eve – Observance
December 25 – National Holiday – Christmas Day
December 31 – New Year’s Eve – Observance