Flamingo · Potrero · Surfside · Brasilito · Tamarindo
Weekly Events on the Gold Coast
Looking for live music, karaoke, trivia, or a fun night out near Playa Flamingo? This guide tracks recurring weekly events around Flamingo, Potrero, Surfside, Brasilito, and Tamarindo.
Schedules change, especially in green season — always confirm with the venue before heading out.
Listings last reviewed: May 25, 2026
Monday
1 eventHip-Hop Night
Pacifico Bar
Monday hip-hop night at a popular bar right on Tamarindo's main circle, steps from the beach. Things get going late.
Tuesday
2 eventsKaraoke Night
Sharky's Sports Bar
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 Shack
The neighborhood bar-and-grill's weekly quiz night — cold beers, good food, and a friendly local crowd. A laid-back Surfside staple.
Wednesday
3 eventsLive Music
The Shack
Midweek live music at one of Surfside's friendliest hangouts. Expect local bands and an easygoing, feet-in-flip-flops vibe.
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.
Ladies' Night (Pacifico Bar & Lizard Lounge)
Pacifico Bar / Lizard Lounge
Midweek ladies' night parties at two of Tamarindo's busiest spots — also typically repeated on Friday. Peak crowd after 10:30 PM.
⚠️ Commonly listed on Wednesday and Friday — confirm the current night.
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.
Saturday
1 eventTamarindo 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.
Sunday
1 eventBeer Pong Tournament
Sharky's Sports Bar
Sunday beer pong tournament that pulls in locals and travelers alike — typically a small entry per team. Casual, competitive fun.
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.
Karaoke & Live Music
Perlas
A longtime Surfside favorite (founded 1976) with a stage, big screens, and live music, latin dancing, or karaoke on many nights. Days rotate.
⚠️ Karaoke is often cited on Tuesday and Friday, but that isn't confirmed by a current schedule. Check @perlas_potrero or the 'Costa Rica Karaoke | Potrero' Facebook page.
Karaoke & Live Music
Canatico (Pizzeria Bar & Grill)
Wood-fired pizza and BBQ with live one-man shows and karaoke nights. A fun, casual night out — schedule changes seasonally.
⚠️ Recurring day not confirmed — check the venue's Facebook page.
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
The Shack
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?
Sharky’s in Tamarindo runs a popular karaoke night (usually Tuesdays), and Perlas in Surfside/Potrero is known for karaoke and live music on rotating nights. Days can change, so confirm before going.
What is there to do on a Wednesday night in Potrero?
The Shack in Surfside typically has live music midweek, and the La Paz community market runs Wednesday afternoons at the Mar Vista entrance. Nightlife schedules rotate, 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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