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CARACAS CALENDAR
Caracas offers a variety of cultural events, including ballet, symphony and theater performances throughout most of the year. Many of these events take place at the imposing Teresa Carreno Cultural Complex. Horse racing, baseball and soccer, the city's most popular spectator sports, offer a different kind of entertainment. Caracas isn't known for its festivals, but Carnival and Holy Week are celebrated throughout the city. The popular Iberoamerican Art Fair, featuring the work of the best Latin American painters and sculptors, is usually held in late June. The International Theater Festival, which attracts actors and theater companies from around the world, is held every other year.
To call any of the numbers listed in this calendar from outside Venezuela, you must first dial your country's international access code, then Venezuela's country code, 58, followed by Caracas' city code, 212, and from outside of Caracas, preceded by 0212.
Information in this calendar is subject to change and should be confirmed.
September
6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 Sep—Horse Races. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons year-round, horses compete for top prizes at La Rinconada, a horse-racing complex on the southwest outskirts of the city. (Approximately 25 minutes from the major hotels in the city.) Follow the Valle-Coche expressway until you see the sign for La Rinconada. For information, call 681-0513 or 681-7895.
Early-Mid September—Miss Venezuela Pageant. The top 23 candidates from across Venezuela enter a four-week-long competition for the chance to represent their country in the Miss Universe Pageant. Poliedro de Caracas. http://www.missvenezuela.com. Concludes mid September
Throughout September—Performance. Teatro Teresa Carreno is home to Ballet Nacional de Caracas and hosts frequent contemporary and classic opera, theater and ballet performances. Final Paseo Colon. For information and tickets, call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.teatroteresacarreno.gob.ve. Continues through mid November
Throughout September—Dance. One of the most successful dance companies in South America, Ballet Contemporaneo de Caracas presents both classic and modern works. There are often special performances during the Christmas season and other major holidays. Teatro Alberto de Paz y Mateos, Avenida La Colina. For information and tickets, call 793-9139. http://www.caracasballet.com. Continues through late November
Throughout September—Concert. The world-class Orquesta Filarmonica Nacional is based in Caracas and tours throughout the world. Check with your hotel or travel agent for schedule information. Jose Felix Ribas Room, Theater Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information, phone 0212-574-9122. http://www.ofn.gob.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout September—Concert. The Orquesta Sinfonica de Venezuela is the most significant orchestra in the country. Regular performances throughout the year. Teatro Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information and tickets, call 0212-578-3589 or 0212-578-0509. http://www.osv.org.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout September—Concert. The Symphony Orchestra of Caracas performs weekly concerts, often on Sunday morning, at various venues. Teatro Municipal De Caracas: call 550-0479, 550-0719 or 550-0833. Aula Magna, Universidad Central de Venezuela: call 605-4801. Teatro Teresa Carreno: call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.sinfonicamunicipal.org.ve. Continues through late September
October
4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 Oct—Horse Races. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons year-round, horses compete for top prizes at La Rinconada, a horse-racing complex on the southwest outskirts of the city. (Approximately 25 minutes from the major hotels in the city.) Follow the Valle-Coche expressway until you see the sign for La Rinconada. For information, call 681-0513 or 681-7895.
12 Oct-Dia de la Raza. Public holiday. Venezuelans celebrate Columbus Day with dance productions and other public festivities.
Early-Late October—Professional Baseball. Leones de Caracas play regular-season home games at Estadio Universidad Central near Plaza Venezuela. For information, call 238-7738. For tickets, call 234-4545 or 234-7733. http://www.leones.com. Continues through late February 2009
Early-Late October—Professional Baseball. Tiburones de La Guaira play regular-season home games at Estadio Universidad Central near Plaza Venezuela. For information, call 332-3116. For tickets, call 352-4998, 0414-201-8714 or 286-4866. http://www.tiburonesdelaguaira.com.ve. Continues through late February 2009
Throughout October—Concert. The Symphony Orchestra of Caracas performs weekly concerts, often on Sunday morning, at various venues. Teatro Municipal De Caracas: call 550-0479, 550-0719 or 550-0833. Aula Magna, Universidad Central de Venezuela: call 605-4801. Teatro Teresa Carreno: call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.sinfonicamunicipal.org.ve. Continues through late September 2009
Throughout October—Dance. One of the most successful dance companies in South America, Ballet Contemporaneo de Caracas presents both classic and modern works. There are often special performances during the Christmas season and other major holidays. Teatro Alberto de Paz y Mateos, Avenida La Colina. For information and tickets, call 793-9139. http://www.caracasballet.com. Continues through late November
Throughout October—Concert. The world-class Orquesta Filarmonica Nacional is based in Caracas and tours throughout the world. Check with your hotel or travel agent for schedule information. Jose Felix Ribas Room, Theater Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information, phone 0212-574-9122. http://www.ofn.gob.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout October—Concert. The Orquesta Sinfonica de Venezuela is the most significant orchestra in the country. Regular performances throughout the year. Teatro Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information and tickets, call 0212-578-3589 or 0212-578-0509. http://www.osv.org.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout October—Performance. Teatro Teresa Carreno is home to Ballet Nacional de Caracas and hosts frequent contemporary and classic opera, theater and ballet performances. Final Paseo Colon. For information and tickets, call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.teatroteresacarreno.gob.ve. Continues through mid November
November
1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 Nov—Horse Races. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons year-round, horses compete for top prizes at La Rinconada, a horse-racing complex on the southwest outskirts of the city. (Approximately 25 minutes from the major hotels in the city.) Follow the Valle-Coche expressway until you see the sign for La Rinconada. For information, call 681-0513 or 681-7895.
15-29 Nov—Festival Internacional de Musica. This annual music festival draws performers from around Venezuela and the rest of the world. Many different styles of music are represented. El Hatillo, Caracas. For information, call 0212-753-4598.
Early-Late November—Bullfights. Held regularly at Plaza de Toros Nuevo Circo. Ticket prices fluctuate, depending on how well-known the matadors are. Check the English-language newspaper, The Daily Journal, for schedules. At Calles San Martin and San Roques. Continues through late April 2009
Early-Mid November—Performance. Teatro Teresa Carreno is home to Ballet Nacional de Caracas and hosts frequent contemporary and classic opera, theater and ballet performances. Final Paseo Colon. For information and tickets, call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.teatroteresacarreno.gob.ve. Concludes mid November
Throughout November—Concert. The Orquesta Sinfonica de Venezuela is the most significant orchestra in the country. Regular performances throughout the year. Teatro Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information and tickets, call 0212-578-3589 or 0212-578-0509. http://www.osv.org.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout November—Concert. The world-class Orquesta Filarmonica Nacional is based in Caracas and tours throughout the world. Check with your hotel or travel agent for schedule information. Jose Felix Ribas Room, Theater Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information, phone 0212-574-9122. http://www.ofn.gob.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout November—Dance. One of the most successful dance companies in South America, Ballet Contemporaneo de Caracas presents both classic and modern works. There are often special performances during the Christmas season and other major holidays. Teatro Alberto de Paz y Mateos, Avenida La Colina. For information and tickets, call 793-9139. http://www.caracasballet.com. Concludes late November
Throughout November—Professional Baseball. Tiburones de La Guaira play regular-season home games at Estadio Universidad Central near Plaza Venezuela. For information, call 332-3116. For tickets, call 352-4998, 0414-201-8714 or 286-4866. http://www.tiburonesdelaguaira.com.ve. Continues through late February 2009
Throughout November—Concert. The Symphony Orchestra of Caracas performs weekly concerts, often on Sunday morning, at various venues. Teatro Municipal De Caracas: call 550-0479, 550-0719 or 550-0833. Aula Magna, Universidad Central de Venezuela: call 605-4801. Teatro Teresa Carreno: call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.sinfonicamunicipal.org.ve. Continues through late September 2009
Throughout November—Professional Baseball. Leones de Caracas play regular-season home games at Estadio Universidad Central near Plaza Venezuela. For information, call 238-7738. For tickets, call 234-4545 or 234-7733. http://www.leones.com. Continues through late February 2009
December
6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 Dec—Horse Races. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons year-round, horses compete for top prizes at La Rinconada, a horse-racing complex on the southwest outskirts of the city. (Approximately 25 minutes from the major hotels in the city.) Follow the Valle-Coche expressway until you see the sign for La Rinconada. For information, call 681-0513 or 681-7895.
25 Dec-Christmas. Public holiday. All banks and businesses are closed, and there is revelry in the streets, including roller skating in front of the cathedral.
Early December—Caracas International Theatre Festival. Since 1976, this esteemed festival has showcased performances by top Latin American theater troupes. Teatro San Martin de Caracas cultural center, Caracas.
Throughout December—Concert. The Orquesta Sinfonica de Venezuela is the most significant orchestra in the country. Regular performances throughout the year. Teatro Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information and tickets, call 0212-578-3589 or 0212-578-0509. http://www.osv.org.ve. Concludes late December
Throughout December—Concert. The world-class Orquesta Filarmonica Nacional is based in Caracas and tours throughout the world. Check with your hotel or travel agent for schedule information. Jose Felix Ribas Room, Theater Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information, phone 0212-574-9122. http://www.ofn.gob.ve. Concludes late December
Throughout December—Bullfights. Held regularly at Plaza de Toros Nuevo Circo. Ticket prices fluctuate, depending on how well-known the matadors are. Check the English-language newspaper, The Daily Journal, for schedules. At Calles San Martin and San Roques. Continues through late April 2009
Throughout December—Professional Baseball. Leones de Caracas play regular-season home games at Estadio Universidad Central near Plaza Venezuela. For information, call 238-7738. For tickets, call 234-4545 or 234-7733. http://www.leones.com. Continues through late February 2009
Throughout December—Concert. The Symphony Orchestra of Caracas performs weekly concerts, often on Sunday morning, at various venues. Teatro Municipal De Caracas: call 550-0479, 550-0719 or 550-0833. Aula Magna, Universidad Central de Venezuela: call 605-4801. Teatro Teresa Carreno: call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.sinfonicamunicipal.org.ve. Continues through late September 2009
Throughout December—Professional Baseball. Tiburones de La Guaira play regular-season home games at Estadio Universidad Central near Plaza Venezuela. For information, call 332-3116. For tickets, call 352-4998, 0414-201-8714 or 286-4866. http://www.tiburonesdelaguaira.com.ve. Continues through late February 2009
January
1 Jan-New Year's Day. Public holiday. Families celebrate with parties at home.
Throughout January—Bullfights. Held regularly at Plaza de Toros Nuevo Circo. Ticket prices fluctuate, depending on how well-known the matadors are. Check the English-language newspaper, The Daily Journal, for schedules. At Calles San Martin and San Roques. Continues through late April
Throughout January—Concert. The Symphony Orchestra of Caracas performs weekly concerts, often on Sunday morning, at various venues. Teatro Municipal De Caracas: call 550-0479, 550-0719 or 550-0833. Aula Magna, Universidad Central de Venezuela: call 605-4801. Teatro Teresa Carreno: call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.sinfonicamunicipal.org.ve. Continues through late September
Throughout January—Professional Baseball. Leones de Caracas play regular-season home games at Estadio Universidad Central near Plaza Venezuela. For information, call 238-7738. For tickets, call 234-4545 or 234-7733. http://www.leones.com. Continues through late February
Throughout January—Professional Baseball. Tiburones de La Guaira play regular-season home games at Estadio Universidad Central near Plaza Venezuela. For information, call 332-3116. For tickets, call 352-4998, 0414-201-8714 or 286-4866. http://www.tiburonesdelaguaira.com.ve. Continues through late February
February
7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 Feb—Horse Races. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons year-round, horses compete for top prizes at La Rinconada, a horse-racing complex on the southwest outskirts of the city. (Approximately 25 minutes from the major hotels in the city.) Follow the Valle-Coche expressway until you see the sign for La Rinconada. For information, call 681-0513 or 681-7895.
21-24 Feb—Carnival. Celebrated the two days and nights preceding Ash Wednesday. Many Caraquenos leave the city to join the more raucous celebrations in the coastal towns.
Early-Late February—Concert. The Orquesta Sinfonica de Venezuela is the most significant orchestra in the country. Regular performances throughout the year. Teatro Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information and tickets, call 0212-578-3589 or 0212-578-0509. http://www.osv.org.ve. Continues through late December
Mid-Late February—Dance. One of the most successful dance companies in South America, Ballet Contemporaneo de Caracas presents both classic and modern works. There are often special performances during the Christmas season and other major holidays. Teatro Alberto de Paz y Mateos, Avenida La Colina. For information and tickets, call 793-9139. http://www.caracasballet.com. Continues through late November
Mid-Late February—Concert. The world-class Orquesta Filarmonica Nacional is based in Caracas and tours throughout the world. Check with your hotel or travel agent for schedule information. Jose Felix Ribas Room, Theater Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information, phone 0212-574-9122. http://www.ofn.gob.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout February—Bullfights. Held regularly at Plaza de Toros Nuevo Circo. Ticket prices fluctuate, depending on how well-known the matadors are. Check the English-language newspaper, The Daily Journal, for schedules. At Calles San Martin and San Roques. Continues through late April
Throughout February—Professional Baseball. Tiburones de La Guaira play regular-season home games at Estadio Universidad Central near Plaza Venezuela. For information, call 332-3116. For tickets, call 352-4998, 0414-201-8714 or 286-4866. http://www.tiburonesdelaguaira.com.ve. Concludes late February
Throughout February—Professional Baseball. Leones de Caracas play regular-season home games at Estadio Universidad Central near Plaza Venezuela. For information, call 238-7738. For tickets, call 234-4545 or 234-7733. http://www.leones.com. Concludes late February
Throughout February—Concert. The Symphony Orchestra of Caracas performs weekly concerts, often on Sunday morning, at various venues. Teatro Municipal De Caracas: call 550-0479, 550-0719 or 550-0833. Aula Magna, Universidad Central de Venezuela: call 605-4801. Teatro Teresa Carreno: call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.sinfonicamunicipal.org.ve. Continues through late September
March
1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 Mar—Horse Races. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons year-round, horses compete for top prizes at La Rinconada, a horse-racing complex on the southwest outskirts of the city. (Approximately 25 minutes from the major hotels in the city.) Follow the Valle-Coche expressway until you see the sign for La Rinconada. For information, call 681-0513 or 681-7895.
Late March—Performance. Teatro Teresa Carreno is home to Ballet Nacional de Caracas and hosts frequent contemporary and classic opera, theater and ballet performances. Final Paseo Colon. For information and tickets, call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.teatroteresacarreno.gob.ve. Continues through mid November
Throughout March—Bullfights. Held regularly at Plaza de Toros Nuevo Circo. Ticket prices fluctuate, depending on how well-known the matadors are. Check the English-language newspaper, The Daily Journal, for schedules. At Calles San Martin and San Roques. Continues through late April
Throughout March—Dance. One of the most successful dance companies in South America, Ballet Contemporaneo de Caracas presents both classic and modern works. There are often special performances during the Christmas season and other major holidays. Teatro Alberto de Paz y Mateos, Avenida La Colina. For information and tickets, call 793-9139. http://www.caracasballet.com. Continues through late November
Throughout March—Concert. The world-class Orquesta Filarmonica Nacional is based in Caracas and tours throughout the world. Check with your hotel or travel agent for schedule information. Jose Felix Ribas Room, Theater Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information, phone 0212-574-9122. http://www.ofn.gob.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout March—Concert. The Orquesta Sinfonica de Venezuela is the most significant orchestra in the country. Regular performances throughout the year. Teatro Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information and tickets, call 0212-578-3589 or 0212-578-0509. http://www.osv.org.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout March—Concert. The Symphony Orchestra of Caracas performs weekly concerts, often on Sunday morning, at various venues. Teatro Municipal De Caracas: call 550-0479, 550-0719 or 550-0833. Aula Magna, Universidad Central de Venezuela: call 605-4801. Teatro Teresa Carreno: call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.sinfonicamunicipal.org.ve. Continues through late September
April
4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 Apr—Horse Races. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons year-round, horses compete for top prizes at La Rinconada, a horse-racing complex on the southwest outskirts of the city. (Approximately 25 minutes from the major hotels in the city.) Follow the Valle-Coche expressway until you see the sign for La Rinconada. For information, call 681-0513 or 681-7895.
5-12 Apr—Holy Week. Caracas virtually closes during the week preceding Easter Sunday. The suburb of Chacao hosts a large celebration that begins the Friday before Palm Sunday and ends with solemn processions and other events on Easter Sunday. Businesses are closed Thursday and Friday before Easter.
9-12 Apr—Easter. The Thursday and Friday before Easter are public holidays.
19 Apr-Declaration of Independence Day. The president and other officials make public speeches.
Throughout April—Concert. The Symphony Orchestra of Caracas performs weekly concerts, often on Sunday morning, at various venues. Teatro Municipal De Caracas: call 550-0479, 550-0719 or 550-0833. Aula Magna, Universidad Central de Venezuela: call 605-4801. Teatro Teresa Carreno: call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.sinfonicamunicipal.org.ve. Continues through late September
Throughout April—Bullfights. Held regularly at Plaza de Toros Nuevo Circo. Ticket prices fluctuate, depending on how well-known the matadors are. Check the English-language newspaper, The Daily Journal, for schedules. At Calles San Martin and San Roques. Concludes late April
Throughout April—Performance. Teatro Teresa Carreno is home to Ballet Nacional de Caracas and hosts frequent contemporary and classic opera, theater and ballet performances. Final Paseo Colon. For information and tickets, call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.teatroteresacarreno.gob.ve. Continues through mid November
Throughout April—Concert. The world-class Orquesta Filarmonica Nacional is based in Caracas and tours throughout the world. Check with your hotel or travel agent for schedule information. Jose Felix Ribas Room, Theater Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information, phone 0212-574-9122. http://www.ofn.gob.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout April—Concert. The Orquesta Sinfonica de Venezuela is the most significant orchestra in the country. Regular performances throughout the year. Teatro Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information and tickets, call 0212-578-3589 or 0212-578-0509. http://www.osv.org.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout April—Dance. One of the most successful dance companies in South America, Ballet Contemporaneo de Caracas presents both classic and modern works. There are often special performances during the Christmas season and other major holidays. Teatro Alberto de Paz y Mateos, Avenida La Colina. For information and tickets, call 793-9139. http://www.caracasballet.com. Continues through late November
May
1 May-Labor Day. Public holiday. Workers, organized by unions, typically parade through Caracas.
2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31 May—Horse Races. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons year-round, horses compete for top prizes at La Rinconada, a horse-racing complex on the southwest outskirts of the city. (Approximately 25 minutes from the major hotels in the city.) Follow the Valle-Coche expressway until you see the sign for La Rinconada. For information, call 681-0513 or 681-7895.
Throughout May—Concert. The Symphony Orchestra of Caracas performs weekly concerts, often on Sunday morning, at various venues. Teatro Municipal De Caracas: call 550-0479, 550-0719 or 550-0833. Aula Magna, Universidad Central de Venezuela: call 605-4801. Teatro Teresa Carreno: call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.sinfonicamunicipal.org.ve. Continues through late September
Throughout May—Performance. Teatro Teresa Carreno is home to Ballet Nacional de Caracas and hosts frequent contemporary and classic opera, theater and ballet performances. Final Paseo Colon. For information and tickets, call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.teatroteresacarreno.gob.ve. Continues through mid November
Throughout May—Concert. The world-class Orquesta Filarmonica Nacional is based in Caracas and tours throughout the world. Check with your hotel or travel agent for schedule information. Jose Felix Ribas Room, Theater Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information, phone 0212-574-9122. http://www.ofn.gob.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout May—Concert. The Orquesta Sinfonica de Venezuela is the most significant orchestra in the country. Regular performances throughout the year. Teatro Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information and tickets, call 0212-578-3589 or 0212-578-0509. http://www.osv.org.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout May—Dance. One of the most successful dance companies in South America, Ballet Contemporaneo de Caracas presents both classic and modern works. There are often special performances during the Christmas season and other major holidays. Teatro Alberto de Paz y Mateos, Avenida La Colina. For information and tickets, call 793-9139. http://www.caracasballet.com. Continues through late November
June
6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 Jun—Horse Races. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons year-round, horses compete for top prizes at La Rinconada, a horse-racing complex on the southwest outskirts of the city. (Approximately 25 minutes from the major hotels in the city.) Follow the Valle-Coche expressway until you see the sign for La Rinconada. For information, call 681-0513 or 681-7895.
24 Jun-Anniversary of the Battle of Carabobo. Public holiday. The decisive 1811 battle for Venezuelan independence is commemorated with public speeches and fireworks.
Throughout June—Performance. Teatro Teresa Carreno is home to Ballet Nacional de Caracas and hosts frequent contemporary and classic opera, theater and ballet performances. Final Paseo Colon. For information and tickets, call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.teatroteresacarreno.gob.ve. Continues through mid November
Throughout June—Dance. One of the most successful dance companies in South America, Ballet Contemporaneo de Caracas presents both classic and modern works. There are often special performances during the Christmas season and other major holidays. Teatro Alberto de Paz y Mateos, Avenida La Colina. For information and tickets, call 793-9139. http://www.caracasballet.com. Continues through late November
Throughout June—Concert. The world-class Orquesta Filarmonica Nacional is based in Caracas and tours throughout the world. Check with your hotel or travel agent for schedule information. Jose Felix Ribas Room, Theater Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information, phone 0212-574-9122. http://www.ofn.gob.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout June—Concert. The Orquesta Sinfonica de Venezuela is the most significant orchestra in the country. Regular performances throughout the year. Teatro Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information and tickets, call 0212-578-3589 or 0212-578-0509. http://www.osv.org.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout June—Concert. The Symphony Orchestra of Caracas performs weekly concerts, often on Sunday morning, at various venues. Teatro Municipal De Caracas: call 550-0479, 550-0719 or 550-0833. Aula Magna, Universidad Central de Venezuela: call 605-4801. Teatro Teresa Carreno: call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.sinfonicamunicipal.org.ve. Continues through late September
July
4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 Jul—Horse Races. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons year-round, horses compete for top prizes at La Rinconada, a horse-racing complex on the southwest outskirts of the city. (Approximately 25 minutes from the major hotels in the city.) Follow the Valle-Coche expressway until you see the sign for La Rinconada. For information, call 681-0513 or 681-7895.
5 Jul-Independence Day. Public holiday. Fireworks and speeches by the president and other public officials.
24 Jul-Simon Bolivar's Birthday. Public holiday. The Great Liberator's birthday is marked by parades and solemn government ceremonies.
Throughout July—Concert. The Symphony Orchestra of Caracas performs weekly concerts, often on Sunday morning, at various venues. Teatro Municipal De Caracas: call 550-0479, 550-0719 or 550-0833. Aula Magna, Universidad Central de Venezuela: call 605-4801. Teatro Teresa Carreno: call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.sinfonicamunicipal.org.ve. Continues through late September
Throughout July—Performance. Teatro Teresa Carreno is home to Ballet Nacional de Caracas and hosts frequent contemporary and classic opera, theater and ballet performances. Final Paseo Colon. For information and tickets, call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.teatroteresacarreno.gob.ve. Continues through mid November
Throughout July—Concert. The Orquesta Sinfonica de Venezuela is the most significant orchestra in the country. Regular performances throughout the year. Teatro Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information and tickets, call 0212-578-3589 or 0212-578-0509. http://www.osv.org.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout July—Concert. The world-class Orquesta Filarmonica Nacional is based in Caracas and tours throughout the world. Check with your hotel or travel agent for schedule information. Jose Felix Ribas Room, Theater Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information, phone 0212-574-9122. http://www.ofn.gob.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout July—Dance. One of the most successful dance companies in South America, Ballet Contemporaneo de Caracas presents both classic and modern works. There are often special performances during the Christmas season and other major holidays. Teatro Alberto de Paz y Mateos, Avenida La Colina. For information and tickets, call 793-9139. http://www.caracasballet.com. Continues through late November
August
1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 Aug—Horse Races. On Saturday and Sunday afternoons year-round, horses compete for top prizes at La Rinconada, a horse-racing complex on the southwest outskirts of the city. (Approximately 25 minutes from the major hotels in the city.) Follow the Valle-Coche expressway until you see the sign for La Rinconada. For information, call 681-0513 or 681-7895.
Throughout August—Concert. The Symphony Orchestra of Caracas performs weekly concerts, often on Sunday morning, at various venues. Teatro Municipal De Caracas: call 550-0479, 550-0719 or 550-0833. Aula Magna, Universidad Central de Venezuela: call 605-4801. Teatro Teresa Carreno: call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.sinfonicamunicipal.org.ve. Continues through late September
Throughout August—Performance. Teatro Teresa Carreno is home to Ballet Nacional de Caracas and hosts frequent contemporary and classic opera, theater and ballet performances. Final Paseo Colon. For information and tickets, call 574-9122 or 574-9333. http://www.teatroteresacarreno.gob.ve. Continues through mid November
Throughout August—Dance. One of the most successful dance companies in South America, Ballet Contemporaneo de Caracas presents both classic and modern works. There are often special performances during the Christmas season and other major holidays. Teatro Alberto de Paz y Mateos, Avenida La Colina. For information and tickets, call 793-9139. http://www.caracasballet.com. Continues through late November
Throughout August—Concert. The world-class Orquesta Filarmonica Nacional is based in Caracas and tours throughout the world. Check with your hotel or travel agent for schedule information. Jose Felix Ribas Room, Theater Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information, phone 0212-574-9122. http://www.ofn.gob.ve. Continues through late December
Throughout August—Concert. The Orquesta Sinfonica de Venezuela is the most significant orchestra in the country. Regular performances throughout the year. Teatro Teresa Carreno, Paseo Los Caobos. For information and tickets, call 0212-578-3589 or 0212-578-0509. http://www.osv.org.ve. Continues through late December |
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