Yauco National Coffee Festival
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| Yauco National Coffee Festival Festival Nacional Del Café de Yauco | |
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| Nickname | Coffee Festival, Yauco coffee fest |
| Status | Active |
| Genre | Festival |
| Begins | February 22, 2026 |
| Ends | March 1, 2026 |
| Frequency | Annually |
| Location | Fernando de Pacheco y Matos Public Plaza of Yauco |
| Country | Puerto Rico |
| Years active | 51 |
| Inaugurated | 1975 |
| Website | https://www.yaucofestivaldelcafe.org/en/home/ |
The Yauco National Coffee Festival (Spanish: Festival Nacional del Café de Yauco or simply Festival del Café) is an annual celebration held in Yauco, Puerto Rico, that honors the region's robust coffee-growing heritage. Located in a mountainous area ideal for growing high-quality beans, Yauco has long been known for its coffee production.[1][2]
The coffee festival typically takes place in late February to early March and brings together local coffee farmers, roasters, artisans, and visitors for a vivid mix of coffee tastings, farm tours, workshops, music, food and craft markets.[3] It celebrated its first event in 1975 making it the oldest coffee festival in Puerto Rico. 2025 was its 50th anniversary.[4]
Beyond simply showcasing beans, the festival serves as a cultural and economic anchor for the community. Visitors can sample local coffee varieties, observe barista demonstrations and processing methods, and enjoy performances of Puerto Rican music and dance.[1]
