Now entering its seventh year, Ocaso Festival has carved out a reputation as one of Central America’s most distinctive electronic music events—blending deep house, techno, and global talent with the untamed backdrop of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. Held in Jaco, the festival offers a rare combination of rugged natural beauty and thoughtfully curated programming, placing it firmly in the “destination festival” category with real staying power.
Described by some as a Jurassic Park-style escape with a Funktion-One sound system, Ocaso has built its identity around immersion: music, nature, and culture tied together without unnecessary noise. Previous editions have featured names like Chris Lake, Vintage Culture, Riordan, and The Martinez Brothers, with more recent lineups continuing to strike a balance between international draw and local energy.
What separates Ocaso isn’t just the setting, but the way the event interacts with it. The production remains grounded in environmental awareness, designed to minimize footprint while spotlighting the surrounding community. Jaco locals have been a consistent part of the experience, offering both support and character to the festival’s growing international audience. This isn’t a fly-in, play-out kind of setup—it’s built for people who want to engage with the place they’re in.
2025 sees Ocaso continuing to evolve while keeping its core intact. The vibe remains focused: quality curation, natural surroundings, and a crew that prioritizes consistency over flash. With names like Airrica already on deck and more to follow, the upcoming edition is shaping up to be another well-paced chapter in the festival’s steady rise.
For those looking for something between a rave and a retreat, Ocaso’s blend of wild landscape and sound-driven escape makes it a standout—and one that’s clearly built to last.
