February

Santo Domingo Carnival The Santo Domingo Carnival brings the streets to life every weekend throughout February, with a huge parade down the Malecón led by the Carnival King.

La Vega Carnival Celebrating the country's African heritage.

Ozone Caribbean XC Challenge The ultimate XC paragliding competition in the Dominican Republic. OzoneChallenge

Master of the Ocean The Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic presents the event combining Surf, Windsurf, and Kitesurf.
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Independence Day on Annual holiday

March

Santo Domingo Music Festival Classical music festival held at The Dominican Republic's National Theatre

June

Cabarete Race Week Held annually at Cabarete Bay

July

Merengue Festival This event takes place each year in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic.

October

Dominican Republic Jazz Festival Annual Dominican Republic Jazz Festival attracting Jazz musicians and visitors from around the world. Dominican Republic Jazz Festival
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Read more about Jazz Festivals in the Caribbean

Dominican International Film Festival Annual six-day celebration of film including features, shorts and documentaries. Dominican International Film Festival Website


Please note: Some dates are subject to change annually.