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Editor and Associate Publisher for Out and About PV Magazine

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Iconic Pirate Ship Marigalante Sinks in Puerto Vallarta

The iconic pirate ship and one of Puerto Vallarta's most well-known tourist attractions, sank on the afternoon of Friday, October 10, 2025.

U.S. Citizen Found Dead in Puerto Vallarta Condo; Investigation Underway

Henry Patrick Murphy, a 58-year-old American, was found dead Friday, Sept. 19, inside his condominium in the Emiliano Zapata neighborhood of Puerto Vallarta, according to local authorities.

After Pirate Ship Sinking, Sister Ship Set to Keep Pirate Legacy Afloat

Following the unfortunate sinking of the iconic pirate ship Marigalante, Naviera Juan de la Cosa SA. de CV., the company that owns the ship, has quickly confirmed its plans to keep one of Puerto Vallarta’s main tourist attractions alive. 

Vallarta Play to Shine at Jalisco State Theater Exhibition

Puerto Vallarta's play 2012: El Mundo se va a Acabar has been selected to perform at the 28th Jalisco State Theater Exhibition.

Coastal Flooding Closes Roads Due to Hurricane Priscilla

The Traffic and Road Safety Department implemented preventative road closures in Las Glorias and Centro to protect the public and avoid accidents.

Social media is going nuts over Zac Efron and Alejandro Speitzer

The American star seems to be the eco-friendly daddy many were expecting this 2020, while the Mexican actor Alejandro Speitzer is giving us hot scenes on the steamy thriller Dark Desire.

PV Theater Showcase Announced for March 2026

The Colectivo Creadores Escénicos de Puerto Vallarta (Scenic Creators Collective of Puerto Vallarta), in collaboration with local authorities and private sponsors, has officially launched the call for entries for the first edition of Puerto Vallarta Theater Showcase, to take place in March 2026 to commemorate World Theater Day.

Tryst Fitness to Debut Flagship Location in Puerto Vallarta

Tryst Hospitality is introducing Tryst Fitness, a new luxury gym and wellness brand. The first location is set to open in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, by summer 2026.

Photos: Villa Tita’s Christmas Wishes Gala

The luxury boutique accommodation and event space, Villa Tita, held its Christmas Wishes charity gala on the evening of Wednesday, December 10, 2025. The event was produced...

Dennis Garnhum Launches ‘Toward Beauty’, his Camino Memoir in the Covid Era

The new branch of The Living Room Bookstore & Café in colonia 5 de diciembre will host the official book launch for Toward Beauty: Reigniting a Creative Life on the Camino de Santiago, a new memoir and travelogue from gay Canadian theater director, Dennis Garnhum.

Grupo Garbo Recognized as ‘LGBTIQ+ Emblematic Family Business’

The local company Grupo Garbo received the Emblematic Family Business recognition during the third Business Summit of Leaders and Family Businesses in Commerce, Services, and Tourism, organized by the Confederation of National Chambers of Commerce, Services, and Tourism (CONCANACO SERVYTUR).

Photos: AMPI Vallarta Hosts Posada at Daiquiri Dick’s

The Puerto Vallarta section of the Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals (AMPI) held its annual Christmas posada (a traditional Christmas party) at the restaurant Daiquiri Dick's on the Beach on the evening of Monday, December 8, 2025.

‘Ludõ’ by Cirque du Soleil Officially Opens December 12 at Vidanta World

Ludõ, the new, original show from the Quebec-based circus company Cirque Du Soleil, is set for its premiere on Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Vidanta resort complex in Nuevo Vallarta, Bahía de Banderas, Nayarit, following several years of anticipation.

Arte Vallarta Hosts Triple Opening Reception, Highlighting ‘Lubok Mexicano’

The non-profit arts center Arte Vallarta Museo inaugurated its Fall-Winter 2025-2026 event season with an ambitious and well-attended opening reception, simultaneously launching three new exhibitions.

Gay+ Community Center Hosts Volunteer and Board Appreciation Dinner

The Vallarta Gay+ Community Center hosted a special appreciation and recognition dinner for its group of volunteersand board members on Friday, December 5, 2025, within its facilities located at Morelos 101, Local 3-B in the Centro neighborhood (above Banco Santander).

Invest in Paradise: New Affordable LGBTQ-Friendly Properties in PV

Whether you dream of retiring in paradise or securing a high-yield investment property, local real estate developer Your Future Home International (YFH) has you covered with its stunning new developments: Luz II and Frida.

Puerto Vallarta Grants First Legal Recognition to a Lesbomaternal Family

On Thursday, December 4, 2025, the Municipal Government of Puerto Vallarta, through the Civil Registry, granted legal recognition for the first time to a lesbomaternal family, marking a decisive step toward inclusion in the region. This act guarantees the right to identity and legally recognizes both mothers in the formation of their family.

Photos: Collab Week Opening Party

Stars of OnlyFans.com and Justfor.Fans, content creators, industry producers, and fans are already in Puerto Vallarta to enjoy the activities of the first edition of Collab Week.

A Night of Words and Wisdom: Queer Writers Panel Set for Dec. 17

The Living Room Bookstore & Café in Marina Vallarta will host "Write Here, Write Now," a panel featuring queer authors Rueben “Tihi” Hayslett and Vincent Traughber Meis, alongside Sara Alvarado on Wednesday, December 17, at 4 p.m.

Sexual Diversity Director Holds Meeting with National Leader on LGBTQ+ Rights

Carlos Plascencia, head of the Puerto Vallarta's Government Sexual Diversity Office, met with Federal Deputy Jaime López Vela, who presides over the National Commission for Sexual Diversity.

Photos: Gay+ Mixer at Playroom

More than 250 people attended our Gay+ Mixer at the Zona Romántica gaming bar Playroom PV. ✨ What a nice crowd and energy. Many thanks to our guests Copper and Tony.

Photos: World AIDS Day 2025 Walk

On the afternoon of December 1, 2025, World AIDS Day, the Municipal Council for AIDS Prevention Puerto Vallarta (COMUSIDA), the Ambulatory Center for the Prevention and Care of AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Infections (CAPASITS), and local public health authorities led a march to raise awareness regarding HIV/AIDS prevention, fight stigma, and honor the memory of those who have lost their lives to the disease.

Vallarta Gay+ Community Center Now Offers Free HIV/STD Testing

Pedro López, director of the Vallarta Gay+ Community Center, announced that the association he leads now offers free rapid testing for the detection of...

New Leadership, New Plan: COMUSIDA Targets Zero AIDS Deaths by 2030

Newly installed leadership at the Municipal Council for the Prevention of AIDS is rolling out a sweeping overhaul of the city’s HIV response, unveiling a work plan that centers on rapid testing, targeted prevention for the most vulnerable communities, and tighter coordination with public agencies, clinics and civic groups

Photos: The Social Club First Anniversary Party

On Wednesday, November 26, 2025, the speakeasy bar with live jazz, The Social Club, located in the Zona Romántica, held the celebration of its first anniversary with a circus-themed soiree.

COMUSIDA Presents 2025 World AIDS Day Program of Activities

From theater and late-night street outreach to a candle-bright march and a city bathed in red light, Puerto Vallarta will mark World AIDS Day with a slate of public events aimed at prevention, remembrance and fundraising, as health officials and community groups roll out more than a week of activities across the Malecón, Old Town and the historic center from Nov. 29 through Dec. 8.

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