Costa Ricans have a solid Catholic culture, so they celebrate Christmas on December 25th. But this is not the only day that will be celebrated in Costa Rica.
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are essential times to spend with family in Costa Rica. Some traditions that the families will attend too, such as a midnight mass, putting up their Christmas tree on Christmas Eve, and children receiving their presents from Jesus and not Santa Claus.
Families may take the rest of the week and head to a beach to enjoy more family time, away from the hustle and bustle.