Ocaso Festival Is Costa Rica’s Best-Kept Jungle Rave Secret—And It’s Only Getting Bigger

Ocaso Festival isn’t trying to be the next global mega-event—it’s already carved out something better. For the past seven years, this Costa Rican gem has grown into one of Central America’s most respected underground music gatherings. Set in the dense, Jurassic Park-like jungle of Jaco Beach, Ocaso offers a rare convergence of sound, scenery, and soul.

The festival has hosted names like Chris Lake, Vintage Culture, and The Martinez Brothers—but the headliner is the setting itself. Ocean waves crash just beyond the dancefloor, mist curls over palm trees at dawn, and local culture bleeds into every part of the experience. Ocaso doesn’t paste itself onto Costa Rica—it grows with it.

Its longevity speaks to something rare: consistency without compromise. Built by a team of creators who value sustainability and local connection, Ocaso has turned its eco-conscious ethos into part of the draw. The crowd isn’t just international—it’s interwoven with the Jaco community. This is a place where locals and travelers party side by side, and where the focus remains on music, nature, and human connection.

With its eighth year on the horizon, Ocaso is a case study in how to build a global event without selling out your surroundings. And in a world full of cookie-cutter festivals, that makes it a standout worth flying for.