La Cosecha 2026: Panama Will Take Its Specialty Coffee to the World

The 2026 Harvest, the movement that promotes Panamanian coffee as a symbol of national identity and tourism development, will celebrate its ninth edition from August 11 to 15, with an agenda of activities that will begin in Panama City and culminate in Boquete, Chiriquí, consolidating the country as a world reference for specialty coffee.  The event will bring together producers, chefs, artists, institutions, international media and tourism stakeholders with the aim of strengthening the international projection of Panamanian coffee and generating new opportunities for gastronomic tourism. 

A Chef with Three Michelin Stars will Headline the Program

The activities will begin with “Road to the Harvest”, a day that will include a master class by renowned Brazilian chef Ivan Ralston, from the Tuju restaurant in São Paulo, distinguished with three Michelin stars.  During the meeting, Ralston will share his vision on gastronomy, creativity, territory and hospitality, highlighting the connection between Panamanian specialty coffee and international haute cuisine.

The 2026 Harvest, Panamanian Coffee in an Art and Gastronomy Experience

The day will also feature Panamanian comedian Joel Silva, who will offer a gastronomic stand-up show, as well as the live recording of a podcast hosted by Miroslava Herrera, with guests from the gastronomic and cultural sector.

Art and Culture are Integrated into the Coffee Experience

As part of the new features of this edition, La Cosecha 2026 will incorporate the “Ritual of Origin”, a multidisciplinary artistic experience that will take place on August 14 at the Kotowa Farms benefit, in Boquete.  The activity will transform the coffee processing plant into a cultural setting where art will interpret the transformation process of coffee, the landscape, and the memory of coffee-growing communities.  The initiative is promoted by the Ministry of Culture, together with the artist Momo Magallón, and the artists Diego Emilio Pitti and Ricardo Pinzón.  The Minister of Culture, María Eugenia Herrera de Victoria pictured below, highlighted the importance of this platform for showcasing the country’s cultural richness.

“At the Ministry of Culture, we are deeply proud to be part of this platform that showcases Panamanian coffee as a symbol of identity, coffee-growing tradition, and excellence, which is combined with gastronomy, art, and tourism to show the world the best of Panama,” she said.

International Media will Learn about the Origin of Panamanian Coffee

During the days of La Cosecha, specialized journalists from different countries will visit the main coffee farms of Tierras Altas to learn firsthand about the production process of some of the most exclusive coffees in the world, including Panamanian Geisha coffee.  The organizers hope that this international coverage will continue to strengthen Panama’s image as a gastronomic and nature tourism destination.  In its previous editions, the event reached an audience of over 5.2 million people and gained coverage in more than 200 international media outlets, including Forbes, Food & Wine, GQ Yahoo News, Standard, Newsroom Panama, and Roast.

Coffee Tourism Gains Prominence in Chiriquí

The general administrator of the Panama Tourism Authority (ATP), Gloria De León Zubieta pictured above, highlighted that the event allows the world to see the experience surrounding Panamanian coffee.

“Behind every cup of Geisha coffee lies a story, a landscape, and a community that make Panama a unique destination. The 2026 Harvest invites national and international visitors to discover the origin of this exceptional coffee and experience an authentic journey that combines tradition, nature, gastronomy, and the warmth of our people,” she noted.

Tourist Experiences will be Available for Visitors

For the second year in a row, attendees will be able to purchase individual experiences and tour packages marketed by Klassic Travel, which will take place from August 13 to 16 in the Highlands of Chiriquí. The program will include tours of coffee farms, specialty coffee tastings, gastronomic experiences, music, and meetings with producers, offering a complete immersion in Panamanian coffee culture. With nine years of experience, La Cosecha continues to position specialty coffee as one of Panama’s main ambassadors, strengthening national identity and promoting sustainable tourism through the integration of producers, gastronomy, culture and local communities.