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Vallarta Home to Almost 80 Art Galleries and Stores

One of the many pieces of art you can find every Wednesday at the ArtWalk. This piece is at Galeria Browne. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
With almost 80 different art galleries and stores in Puerto Vallarta, it's become challenging keeping an up-to-date list. This list was created from a Google search.

Luis Valdez Wants to Open a New Window in Your World

luis valdez teaching spanish
Luis Valdez wants to open a new window in your world by teaching you a new language.  He recently started teaching English and Spanish classes in Puerto Vallarta. His classes are small, intimate and designed for lots of one-on-one learning time.

Vallarta Pride Fashion Show To Transform Los Muertos Pier into Fashion Catwalk

The iconic Los Muertos Pier with its famous wind sail design will become a pride fashion walkway on Saturday, May 20, 2023 with the looks of Mexican fashion designers like Benito Santos.
The iconic Los Muertos Pier with its famous wind sail design will become a pride fashion walkway on Saturday, May 20, 2023 with the looks of Mexican fashion designers like Benito Santos.

Vallartas Art Collective ROMPE Materializes The City Soul Into Art

Sharo García, founder and general coordinator of ROMPE Urban Art Collective announced the creation of artistic murals in public spaces in the Centro Historico and Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
A unique art collective is making waves with its innovative approach to urban beautification in Puerto Vallarta. What began as a festival has blossomed into the Rompe Collective, a driving force behind the city's burgeoning street art scene.

53 Years of Stonewall: The Riots that Started the Gay Revolution

Stonewall, was the beginning of a revolution that fights against prejudices, laws, governments, political parties and religions.

Businesses adjust Hours and Events to welcome Visitors During the “ Emergency Button”

"Things you can do during these 14 days in Puerto Vallarta." The emergency button has caused many doubts and uncertainty Is there a curfew? Can I or...

Lighthouses Shine With a Beacon of History

Moises Hernandez, @moihmx historical and documentary researcher of Puerto Vallarta and his lighthouse photo exhibition. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
Lighthouses of Puerto Vallarta were the focus of Moises Hernandez (@moihmx), a historical and documentary researcher. He recently shared his work on the curation of the seven-photo collection exhibited during the celebration of the 92nd anniversary of Puerto Vallarta’s range lights or lighthouses.

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...

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.

BeefDip Bear Week Brings $240 Million Pesos Economic Benefit to Puerto Vallarta

(left to right) Luis Villaseñor, general director of the Public Trust for Tourism Promotion and Publicity of the Municipality of Puerto Vallarta , Steve Buczek (BeefDip founder), Carla Esparza Quintero, councilwoman president of the Tourism and Economic Development Commission, Christhian Preciado Cazares, with the Office of Tourism and Economic Development of Puerto Vallarta and Jose Spinning Cortes
BeefDip Bear Week, one of the largest and longest running bear events in the world, is bringing with it approximately $240 million pesos economic benefit for Puerto Vallarta (or equal to approximately $12 million USD).

Cristhiam Castillo Curates Diverse Art Show at Casa Cupula

casa cupula art show
A new art exhibition, curated by Cristhiam Castillo, opened at The Bistro at Casa Cupula on Thursday, Sept. 20, 2024. 

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."

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...

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.

Exploring the Artwork of Luc Gauthier: A Visionary in Glass Artistry

Luc Gauthier
Luc Gauthier—a painter and a visionary in glass artwork—has found his home in Puerto Vallarta. Bringing with him decades of experience and a passion for pushing artistic boundaries, Gauthier's work has captivated art enthusiasts locally and internationally.

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.

Mexa Machxs Kiki Ball Brings Ballroom Extravaganza to Beefcakes

Saturday, July 13th, Beefcakes will host “Mexa Machxs Kiki Ball” to challenge heteronormative masculinity with a display of outfits inspired by the classic Mexican macho. The event starts at 8 pm, with a cover charge of 120 pesos. Photo from a previous ballroom event. Photo by Oscar Almeida
On Saturday, July 13th, Beefcakes will host “Mexa Machxs Kiki Ball” that promises to challenge heteronormative masculinity. It all begins at 8 p.m. with a cover charge of $120 pesos.

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.

Famed Gay Rights Leader to Speak in Puerto Vallarta

Juan Jacobo Hernandez, a founding member of the gay rights movement in Mexico, will be in Puerto Vallarta to present and discuss his book "Locabulary. Language and oppression" on Friday Jun 16, 2023
Juan Jacobo Hernandez, a founding member of the gay rights movement in Mexico, will be in Puerto Vallarta to present and discuss his book "Locabulary. Language and oppression" on Friday Jun 16, 2023

Día de Muertos: A Walking Journey Celebrates this Tradition

Day of the dead walking tours
If you're seeking an adventure that goes beyond the typical tourist routes, a walking tour tailored for Día de Muertos is an unforgettable way to immerse yourself in this fascinating tradition.