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Ballroom Voguing Evolves, and Emerges in Puerto Vallarta

The Paradises are ready to walk their categories and show their voguing skills.
The first ball room of Puerto Vallarta will take place at Industry Nightclub with the theme, “Call of Nature ” on Monday, May 22, 2023 starting at 7 p.m.

Grupo de Teatro Dionisio and Boa Viagem Teatro Provide Important Local Theater Outlet

Grupo de Teatro Dionisio performing The Night of the Garland tells the story of a coconut seller who is looking for his missing sister, who has eyes of a blue so deep that they seem violets. In his search, he relies on a drag queen, a waitress and other local characters who make up a mosaic that reflects what is lived in Puerto Vallarta. Photo by Jerry Jones
Grupo de Teatro Dionisio and Boa Viagem Teatro are clear examples of these groups that have stood out - not only at the local level but at the state level -  and that have exciting plans for this year.

Tonny Kenneth Releases New Heartfelt Album, ‘Happytamin’

Tonny Kenneth
Tonny Kenneth has released a new album that he says is his most personal project to date -  and reflects some major moments in his life.

Puerto Vallarta Honors the Virgin of Guadalupe

Peregrinaciones Guadalupanas
Centuries-Old Tradition Lives On The 2024 Guadalupanas Pilgrimage (Peregrinaciones Guadalupanas) season is in full swing in Puerto Vallarta, bringing together a large number of devotees...

LGBTQ Soccer League ‘Jugando por Nuestros Derechos’ forms in Puerto Vallarta

Vallarta S-O-C-C-E-R “Jugando por Nuestros Dereechos” , a new LGBTQ sports project in Puerto Vallarta, has been years in the making, and is the...

Alison Lo is taking Puerto Vallarta by Storm

Puerto Vallarta is a melting pot of cultures, styles, moods and grooves and it’s thanks to the eclectic variety of people that flock here. Alison Lo was drawn to PV due to its magnetism and her curiosity and is now a headlining artist in town.

Historic Center ArtWalk Exhibits National and International Works

Puerto Vallarta has established itself as a vibrant center of art creation, exhibition and promotion. An important contribution to the city´s art scene is...

Artists Daughter Restores Fathers Iconic Puerto Vallarta Letters

The newly refurbished letters that spell out Puerto Vallarta at the unveiling ceremony on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
The vibrant, larger-than-life letters spelling out “Puerto Vallarta” are as synonymous with the city as its stunning beaches and warm hospitality. These iconic symbols, beloved by locals and tourists alike, have undergone a meticulous restoration to reclaim their original splendor.

‘We are born naked, the rest is Drag’ is the winning photograph of the LGBTQ+ Contest of the Festival Nuestro Orgullo

During Pride week in Puerto Vallarta, the Nuestro Orgullo Festival launched a call for an LGBTQ+ themed photography contest.

Yesenia’s Art Captures Time, Creates Story

Yesenia
Yesenia is a remarkably self taught artist who, due to economic/financial barriers (a reality for many locals) was unable to accept a Fine Arts Academy invitation to attend.

Discover the Art of the Human Form in Omar Garcia de Alba B.’s Symphony #7

David Brown and Santiago Redmond are 'The Art Boys' at Galeria Browne. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
Omar Garcia de Alba B. Unveils Symphony #7 at Galeria Browne. Opening reception on Feb. 7 - attendees are invited to meet the artist, indulge in refreshments.

Arte VallARTa Museo Hosts VERNÁCULO/VERNACULAR by Erik Rivera, a Must See Exhibition During Vallarta Pride Week

Arte VallARTa Museo is thrilled to announce the opening of VERNÁCULO/VERNACULAR, a captivating exhibition by renowned LGBTQIA+ artist Erik Rivera. Marking Rivera’s first showcase in Puerto Vallarta, this international exhibition concludes its journey after captivating audiences in Mexico City and Malaga, Spain.
Arte VallARTa Museo is thrilled to announce the opening of VERNÁCULO/VERNACULAR, a captivating exhibition by renowned LGBTQIA+ artist Erik Rivera. Marking Rivera’s first showcase in Puerto Vallarta, this international exhibition concludes its journey after captivating audiences in Mexico City and Malaga, Spain.

Strings, singing and trumpets in front of the sea: Puerto Vallarta will host the Feria Internacional del Mariachi

The sounds of the Mariachi will be the protagonists of the Feria Internacional del Mariachi Puerto Vallarta 2019 that will take place in this...

Spring Jazz Festival at Los Muertros Pier Begins March 18

2024-Jazz-Festival
The 28th edition of the renowned Spring Jazz Festival will begin Monday, March 18, at the Los Muertos pier and will run until March 22, heralding the arrival of spring with soulful melodies and vibrant rhythms.

With Open Arms From Afar With Smiling Faces Under our Masks. With all Your NWJ! Favorites Returning for You to enjoy In Safe Distances.

Join us on this night and enjoy the sexy sounds of Piel Canela and the classic NWJ! fiesta energy. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 5pm to...

Mexico to Legalize Recreational Marijuana

Yesterday evening the lower chamber of Mexico’s Congress passed a group of laws which legalize the recreational use of marijuana.  With 316 votes in favor and 129 against these laws now permit users to possess up to 28 grams for personal use and in home cultivation of 6 to 8 plants depending on the number of consumers in the household. These laws of course only apply to those over the age of 18 and have certain nuances. 

Sharo: Deep Inspiration That Comes From The Sound And The Heart

Sharo's art has touched many areas of romantic zone but she has also touched many hearts. She is one of the local artists who...

Portrait & Document Photography Workshop with Yvonne Venegas at PKB-Gallery

Workshop “Portrait and Document” by Yvonne Venegas To Be Offered at PKB-Gallery Sept. 20, 21 and 22
Join renowned Mexican-American photographer Yvonne Venegas [@yvovenegas] for an immersive three-day workshop exploring the art of portraiture.

Gay Puerto Vallarta: The Ultimate Gay+ Haven in Mexico

2023 Vallarta Pride block party Gay Puerto Vallarta
Boasting more than 500,000 LGBT tourists a year, Puerto Vallarta has been called the “San Francisco” of Mexico and has been named as one of the world’s top 10 LGBT destinations.

OPC Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Raicilla Art Exhibitions

Celebrating 10 years of OPC at the recent event are Artist Gerardo Molina Abarca, OPC Director Pilar Pérez and Sayuri Sanchez, sub director. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
On May 23, 2024, the Office of Cultural Projects (OPC) in Puerto Vallarta proudly celebrated its 10th anniversary with the opening of two remarkable exhibitions: "Primero fue la raicilla (First Came Raicilla): Arte y cultura del agave y sus destilados" and "Ana Topoleanu: Those from the Other Coast – The Raicilla World."