DR1 Daily News - Dominican Republic

For Easter Week (Semana Santa) 2026, the Colonial City (Ciudad Colonial) in Santo Domingo is the center of the country’s religious and cultural traditions. Below are the key events and details regarding the choral concert and other activities:

Events in the Colonial CityHoly Thursday (2 April 2026):Mass of the Lord’s Supper, includes the ritual washing of the feet.Adoration of the Monuments: From 6pm until midnight, all churches in the Colonial City remain open for the traditional “Visit of the Seven Churches.”

Good Friday (3 April 2026):Sermon of the Seven Words (Sermón de las Siete Palabras) is held at the Cathedral from 1 to 3pm.The Easter Concert (Concierto de Semana Santa) at the Cathedral of Santa Maria la Menor (Catedral Primada de América) is scheduled for Good Friday, 3 April at 8pm. The event features the participation of the Cathedral choir and orchestra...