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New here? This is the 2026 logistics post. For the full history, the story of the mojo isleño sauce, and what the festival is all about, see our complete guide: Festival del Mojo Isleño: The Complete Guide. This post covers the 2026 dates, the daily music lineup, and the certified 10K.
The 23rd Festival Internacional del Mojo Isleño runs Friday, July 17 through Sunday, July 19, 2026, at Paseo Ladí in Salinas, Puerto Rico. Three days of the world’s largest mojo isleño, a stacked music lineup running from Milly Quezada to Pedro Capó to El Gran Combo, kayak outings, artisan markets, food kiosks, and a World Athletics-certified 10K race to close out the weekend. Admission is free.
The 2026 festival at a glance
- What: 23rd Festival Internacional del Mojo Isleño
- When: Friday, July 17 to Sunday, July 19, 2026
- Where: Paseo Ladí, Salinas, Puerto Rico (south coast)
- Admission: Free
- 10K race: Sunday, July 19, 6:30 AM start (World Athletics-certified course)
- Produced by: Sanabria Events, with the Municipality of Salinas
- Getting there: About 75 to 90 minutes by car from San Juan; 30 to 40 minutes from Ponce
- Note: No coolers (“neveritas”) permitted in the festival zone
2026 music lineup
Here is the official day-by-day lineup for 2026. The program is subject to change, so confirm on the festival’s channels before heading out.
Friday, July 17
- Opening ceremony (protocolo)
- Milly Quezada
- La Secta
- Astrid Dianet (Salinas the DJ)
Saturday, July 18
- Pedro Capó
- Melina León
- Luva
Sunday, July 19
- Confección del Mojo Isleño (cooking of the world’s largest mojo)
- El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico
- Bonny Cepeda
- Grupo Esencia
- MAKEIN
Beyond the music
The 2026 edition also features the festival’s signature non-music attractions:
- The world’s largest mojo isleño, cooked on Sunday, July 19
- The 10K race (details below)
- Kayak jangueo, the paddle-and-hang across the bay and mangrove coves
- Machinas (amusement rides)
- Artisan markets and exhibitors
- Food kiosks along the Paseo Ladí boardwalk
- Family activities throughout the weekend
Recent promotion for the festival has described crowds of more than 50,000 people across the three days, making it one of the most heavily attended summer events on the south coast.
The 10K: a World Athletics-certified race
The 10K del Festival Internacional del Mojo Isleño runs Sunday, July 19, 2026, in Salinas, and its route is officially certified by World Athletics, an AIMS Grade A certified course (certificate PUR-2026-082, valid through December 31, 2030). The ten kilometers have been measured to international precision standards, so every runner competes on a world-recognized distance.
Race-day essentials
- Start time: 6:30 AM
- Corrals: 3 assigned starting corrals
- Hydration: 5 hydration stations along the route, plus a refrigerated truck at the start and finish
- Support: Injury-prevention support during the event (provided with Northbridge University)
- Restrooms: Portable restrooms located in the festival area
Race-kit pickup schedule
- Tuesday, July 7: Complejo Deportivo Francisco “Pancho” Deida Méndez, Hatillo, 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
- Saturday, July 11: Complejo Deportivo Francisco “Pancho” Deida Méndez, Hatillo, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Tuesday, July 14 to Thursday, July 16: Hotel La Marina, Barrio Playa, Salinas, 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Don’t leave race-kit pickup to the last minute.
Race parking
- Portobello Town Center (near the Salicoop cooperative)
- Paseo Ladí (the start and finish area; paid parking)
- Pista Atlética Hermanos Cruz (the athletic track, near Parque Manuel González)
How to visit
- Drive, and plan for crowds. Salinas is about 75 to 90 minutes from San Juan and 30 to 40 minutes from Ponce. Arrive early for parking on the big nights.
- Leave the cooler at home. Coolers are not allowed in the festival zone; buy food and drink on-site.
- Bring cash. Kiosks, artisans, and paid parking run largely on cash.
- Dress for south-coast July. Hot and sunny; bring sun protection and stay hydrated.
- Make a weekend of the south. Pair it with Ponce, the Caribbean coast, or the nearby mountain town of Aibonito.
Follow along for updates
As with most Puerto Rican festivals, the freshest schedule and any changes appear on the event’s own social channels. For real-time updates, follow:
- Festival Facebook: Festival del Mojo Salinas
- 10K race Facebook: 10K Festival Mojo Isleño
- 10K race Instagram: @10kfestivalmojoisleno
For sponsor and kiosk information, the festival lists (787) 628-7777.
Planning the rest of your trip
Coming down to the south coast for the festival? Pair it with our Puerto Rico travel guide and our South region guide, which covers Salinas, Ponce, and the Caribbean coast. For what to eat beyond the mojo, see our guide to Puerto Rican street food. Love the island’s festivals? Check our guides to Carnaval Ponceño and the Festival de las Flores de Aibonito.
Going to the festival this year, or running the 10K? Tell us in the comments what you ate, which act stole the night, or how your race went. We read every one.
Details are subject to change; always confirm with the festival’s official channels before making plans. For the full story of the festival, the mojo isleño sauce, and what to expect, see our complete guide to the Festival del Mojo Isleño.
