Mayo Ya 2025
With information from INTUR, Nicaragua
Thousands experienced the joy and tradition of Mayo Ya 2025
The drums sounded, signaling the start for thousands of spectators —including tourists and visitors, both local and foreign— to fill the streets of Nicaragua’s North and South Caribbean regions to enjoy the vibrant traditions of Mayo Ya 2025.
In the city of Bluefields, located in the Southern Caribbean Coast Autonomous Region, around 8,000 people took part in a dynamic celebration that featured the traditional Palo de Mayo Carnival, an expo-fair, performances by local dance troupes, live Caribbean music, and the highly anticipated Miss Mayo 2025 pageant.
This year’s crown went to Jelisa Perry Hodgson, who was celebrated for her poise, cultural pride, and community spirit. The excitement surrounding the pageant was heightened by the participation of all the queen candidates, who engaged warmly with the public, highlighting the region’s Caribbean identity and cultural richness.
A musical highlight of the event was the electrifying grand finale performance by Dimensión Costeña and Caribbean Taste. During the festivities, the local government honored Anthony Matthews of Dimensión Costeña with a special recognition on behalf of the coastal people, celebrating his long-standing artistic career and invaluable contributions to the cultural legacy of Palo de Mayo through music.
Meanwhile, in the North Caribbean, the neighborhoods of Los Ángeles and El Muelle came alive on May 24 and 25, as more than 1,500 residents joined in the celebrations, affirming their deep-rooted identity and historical pride through dance, music, and community festivities.
With hearts full and spirits high, the regions turned their attention to the Tulululu celebration on May 31, which officially closed the Mayo Ya 2025 festivities —a celebration of the rhythm and soul of Nicaragua’s Caribbean coast.
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