One of the most popular celebrations in Costa Rica, Carnaval de Puntarenas celebrates the Pearl of the Pacific and draws thousands of spectators. This celebration features parades, a beauty pageant, live music, dancing and traditional street food. This event benefits several local businesses, since most are located along the boulevard called Paseo de los Turistas, which is on the beach and offers popular food and drinks such as Vigorón and the refreshing Churchill, an icy dessert prepared with either condensed milk, powdered milk or, for an extra treat, ice cream.