Nighttime Family Activities in Jaco, Costa Rica
While Jaco is well known for its adult nightlife, there are plenty of activities for families to enjoy. After dark, the town is still bustling, and you can enjoy the rush of this coastal city with your whole family. Check out our suggestions below for fun, safe family activities in Costa Rica.
Night Hikes
A great way to explore Costa Rica after dark is a night nature hike! It’s important you book a guide for this kind of experience because you never know what creature may be lurking around! Our experienced guides know how to safely explore the jungle at night. You’ll get to see many animals that you never would during the day and explore the wonders of the jungle as it comes alive during the night. This is an exciting activity for kids that enjoy nature as they’ll get to see many insects and other animals.
Live Music
Live music is fun for the whole family! Check out Green Room and other venues to see where you can catch some live entertainment. Your best bet to enjoy live music with the family is to go to a restaurant that offers live music so your whole family can have a great dinner out and enjoy the show at the same time. Green Room also has a kids’ area so they can play and color while the adults enjoy the entertainment.
Movie Theater
Yes, Jaco has its very own movie theater! CCM Cinemas usually has many kid-friendly options, so be sure to check the schedule. Some movies are dubbed in Spanish but most are played in English with subtitles, just be sure to ask when purchasing tickets. Try the half-and-half popcorn with butter and caramel for a real treat!
Jaco Walk
With a playground, dog park, and frozen yogurt stand, Jaco Walk is the place for kids in town! An open-air shopping center, Jaco Walk has a large selection of restaurants where the adults can enjoy a nice meal while kids play on the playground and run around the. If you’re here during a holiday there are also fun things going on like Christmas events and Halloween costume contests, be sure to check it out!