Events in Punta Cana

Festivals, nightlife, sports, and cultural celebrations year-round.

Dec 31

The nightly Vegas-style cabaret-meets-nightclub spectacle, the most popular nightlife experience in Punta Cana

📍 Coco Bongo Downtown Punta Cana 💰 $$$ 🔄 weekly

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Feb 19

The local February celebration of Dominican carnival traditions, with parades, music, and elaborate costumes

📍 Boulevard 1ro de Noviembre, The Village Puntacana 💰 Free 🔄 annual

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May 16

The annual half-Ironman triathlon held in Cap Cana, drawing thousands of athletes from around the world

📍 Cap Cana, with swim start at Juanillo Beach 💰 $$$ 🔄 annual

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Jul 17

Annual celebration of the two iconic Dominican music genres, with live performances and dance events across Punta Cana

📍 Multiple venues across Bávaro and Cap Cana 💰 $$ 🔄 annual

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Nov 11

Multi-day culinary festival showcasing Dominican cuisine alongside international guest chefs and serious wine programming

📍 Past editions held at Paradisus Punta Cana and Paradisus Palma Real 💰 $$$ 🔄 annual

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