The Clyde Butcher Big Cypress Gallery showcases the breathtaking black-and-white landscape photography of Clyde Butcher, celebrated for capturing the intricate beauty of the Everglades and Big Cypress National Preserve. Visitors can explore large-scale prints of serene wetlands, towering cypress trees, and rare flora. Beyond the gallery, the location offers unique experiences like guided swamp walks, which immerse guests in the natural wonders of the Everglades. These tours, led by knowledgeable guides, provide insights into native plants, wildlife, and the ecological significance of the region.

Take an evening and visit the lovely Teatro Verdi for an opera or theatre experience. Have a look at their website to see what is on while you are there.

The event is a fantastic opportunity for visitors from abroad and from Panama to truly appreciate the agricultural importance of Chiriqui. Last year, over 35,000 flowers were displayed at the fair, including orchids from Australia, Japan, the United States, Costa Rica and, of course, Panama. While flowers are the main attraction at the fair, local agricultural produce is also showcased, including potatoes, strawberries, cabbage, and lettuce. The most important of all the produce is the coffee, which is “cupped” or tasted here by local experts. Without a doubt, the Boquete Flower Festival is one of Panama’s most popular rural events, receiving around 100,000 visitors during its ten days, and with the income generated from the fair hovering around the $2 million mark, it is extremely important to the area from an economical point of view.