As the 2026 Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián enter their third day, Old San Juan is once again transformed into a vibrant hub of music and culture. Detailed details on the festivities, including security measures and a full event schedule, can be found on El Nuevo Día’s dedicated website. Saturday’s lineup promises a full day of performances across multiple stages, with festivities expected to continue late into the night.
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The celebration continues! The traditional Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián 2026 is in its third day, bringing a diverse range of cultural and musical offerings to Old San Juan.
Following two days of tens of thousands of attendees enjoying the cobblestone streets, the musical lineup remains vibrant and varied. Saturday’s program kicks off earlier than the first two days, with performances beginning at 2:00 p.m.
1 / 36 | These are the artists who will perform in the next edition of the Calle San Sebastián festivities. Los Pleneros de Severo – Plaza Colón – Nahira Montcourt
Saturday, January 17
Plaza del Quinto Centenario
- 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. — Victoria Sanabria
- 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. – Hermes Croatto
- 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. – Grupo Manía
- 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. – Víctor Manuelle
- 9:30 to 11:00 p.m. – Juanes
- 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. – Decimanía
- 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. – Choco Orta
- 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. – Puerto Rican Power
- 10:00 to 11:30 p.m. – Humberto Ramírez
- 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. – Sacred Music
- 2:00 to 3:15 p.m. – Roberto Ortiz and his Fashion Band
- 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. – Glenn Monroig
- 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. – El Junte Loiceño
- 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. – Rafa Romero “El Gallo de la Raza”
- 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. – Juan Vélez
- 10:00 to 11:00 p.m. – Circo
- 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Teatro en 15
- 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. – Period Dance
Getting There?
- The public transportation system will have 170 buses operating from Sagrado Corazón and the Hiram Bithorn Stadium to Old San Juan. The service will operate Thursday and Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. The cost will be $5 round trip per person.
Where to Park?
- Existing private parking lots in Old San Juan will operate according to their schedules, rates, and vehicle capacity.
- Parking at the Hiram Bithorn Stadium will cost $10, from where you can take public transportation.
- The Puntilla parking lot will be closed to the general public, as it has been designated for residents of Old San Juan.
- The Sagrado Corazón Urban Train station in Santurce does not have parking, so it is recommended to use the parking lots at the other train stations. Plaza de la Convalecencia in Río Piedras has capacity for 300 vehicles. Similarly, the different train stations will have parking available according to their vehicle capacity.
When Does it End?
- The stages will close at 11:00 p.m. Kiosks will cease operations at 12:00 a.m. and businesses will close at 1:00 a.m. The exception will be Sunday, January 18, when the stage in Plaza del Quinto Centenario extends its artistic program with the performance of Jowell and Randy at 11:45 p.m.
- Ferries from Cataño will operate with three boats from 5:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Thursday and Friday. Saturday and Sunday will operate from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. for a cost of $4 round trip. Tickets will only be sold at the Cataño terminal.
- The Urban Train will operate from 5:30 a.m. until 11:30 p.m., with night service to Bayamón.
- There will be public bus routes with extended hours.
- The taxi system will be available.
- Uber and Lyft services will operate through special systems outside the urban area, with designated points in El Escambrón and Luis Muñoz Rivera Park.
The Calle San Sebastián festivities continue to draw massive crowds to Old San Juan, with Saturday, January 17th, promising another full day of music and culture. The annual celebration, a cornerstone of Puerto Rican cultural life, is offering a diverse lineup across multiple stages.
The Plaza del Quinto Centenario is set to host a star-studded evening, beginning with Victoria Sanabria at 2:00 p.m. and culminating with a performance by Juanes at 9:30 p.m. Earlier in the day, Hermes Croatto and Grupo Manía will also take the stage. The festival’s popularity underscores the enduring appeal of live music and cultural events.
Other stages throughout Old San Juan will feature a wide array of performers, including Decimanía, Choco Orta, Puerto Rican Power, and Humberto Ramírez. Sacred music performances are scheduled for 12:30 p.m., while theatrical performances will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. as part of “Teatro en 15.”
For those planning to attend, organizers have outlined transportation options, including a shuttle service from Sagrado Corazón and the Hiram Bithorn Stadium, costing $5 for a round trip. Parking is available at the Hiram Bithorn Stadium for $10, and at various train stations, though the Puntilla parking lot is reserved for residents. Ferry service from Cataño will run until 1:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday, and the Urban Train will operate with extended hours. Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft will also be available with designated pickup locations outside the historic district. The stages are scheduled to close at 11:00 p.m., with kiosks closing at midnight and businesses at 1:00 a.m., with a special extension for Jowell and Randy’s performance at Plaza del Quinto Centenario on Sunday at 11:45 p.m.
