Weekly events on the Gold Coast
Live music, karaoke, trivia, and market mornings around Flamingo, Potrero, Surfside, Brasilito, and Tamarindo. Each listing shows its source and the date we last checked it.
Schedules change, especially in green season. Confirm with the venue before heading out.
Tuesday
3 eventsKaraoke Night
Tamarindo's big karaoke night — grab the mic and reportedly earn a free shot for every song you sing. Lively, tourist-friendly crowd.
Trivia / Quiz Night
The neighborhood bar-and-grill's weekly quiz night — cold beers, good food, and a friendly local crowd. A laid-back Surfside staple.
2026-09-28 re-check: no current source confirms trivia on Tuesdays; the venue's own site says it is closed Saturdays and points to Facebook for events.
Karaoke Night
Karaoke night.
Start time not confirmed.
Wednesday
2 eventsLive Music
Live music.
Start time not confirmed.
La Paz Community Market
La Paz Community School (Mar Vista entrance)
A community market under the big Guanacaste tree at the Mar Vista entrance — produce, prepared food, and local vendors. Family-friendly afternoon stop.
Thursday
1 eventPotrero Farmers Market (Feria)
Central meeting area, by the AYA water company
Potrero's own weekly feria — produce, local goods, and a chance to meet the neighborhood. Smaller and more local than Tamarindo's market.
Friday
2 eventsKaraoke Night
Karaoke night.
Start time not confirmed.
Live Music
Live music every Friday at Canatico, now at the Dunama Hotel: the same pizza and food, with ocean views. Patrons can ask about using the hotel pool during their visit.
Start time not confirmed. Pool use is something to ask about, not guaranteed.
Saturday
2 eventsTamarindo Farmers Market (Feria)
Downtown by the skate park
The weekly feria — fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, local coffee, and artisan stalls. A relaxed, family-friendly morning and the easiest way to eat like a local.
Karaoke Night
Karaoke night.
Start time not confirmed.
Sunday
2 eventsBeer Pong Tournament
Sunday beer pong tournament that pulls in locals and travelers alike — typically a small entry per team. Casual, competitive fun.
Live Music
Live music.
Start time not confirmed.
Recently seen, confirm before going
These spots are known for these events, but we couldn’t lock down a current day or time. Treat them as “often happening” and check the venue’s social pages before you head out.
Trivia / Quiz Night
The neighborhood bar-and-grill's weekly quiz night — cold beers, good food, and a friendly local crowd. A laid-back Surfside staple.
2026-09-28 re-check: no current source confirms trivia on Tuesdays; the venue's own site says it is closed Saturdays and points to Facebook for events.
Live Music & Salsa Nights
5 O'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill — Margaritaville Beach Resort
The resort's beachfront bar & grill often has live music, plus salsa lessons among the daily activities. Open to non-guests for dining and drinks.
No fixed public day/time is published — the resort posts daily activity schedules on site. Confirm before going.
Open Mic Night
Bring an instrument or just come to listen — a friendly open mic (reviews mention a ~7 PM start), plus weekend reggae nights and local bands.
Recurring night not pinned down — check @TheShackCR.
Good to know
Where is the best karaoke near Playa Flamingo?
Perlas in Surfside/Potrero has karaoke on Tuesday and Friday nights, Canatico at the Dunama Hotel in Playa Flamingo has karaoke on Saturday nights, and Sharky’s in Tamarindo runs a popular karaoke night (usually Tuesdays). Days can change, so confirm before going.
What is there to do on a Wednesday night in Potrero?
The Shack in Surfside has live music on Wednesday nights (and again on Sundays), and the La Paz community market runs Wednesday afternoons at the Mar Vista entrance. Nightlife schedules can change, so check venue social pages for what’s on this week.
When is the farmers market near Flamingo?
Tamarindo’s feria is Saturday mornings, Potrero’s is Thursday mornings, and there’s a community market at Mar Vista (La Paz) on Wednesday afternoons.
Do these event schedules change?
Yes. Weekly events shift with the season, especially during green season, and many venues post updates on Facebook or Instagram rather than their websites. Always confirm with the venue before heading out.
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