Portrait & Document Photography Workshop with Yvonne Venegas at PKB-Gallery
Join renowned Mexican-American photographer Yvonne Venegas [@yvovenegas] for an immersive three-day workshop exploring the art of portraiture.
State of Yucatán Gets 2 New ‘Magical Towns’ with Designation of Sisal and Maní by SECTUR
The state of Yucatán announced this afternoon that two of its municipalities, Sisal and Maní, have been awarded the designation “Pueblo Mágico,” or Magical Town, by Mexico’s Ministry of Tourism (SECTUR).
Kukur Tihar: A Paw-sitively Good Time in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta is gearing up to celebrate its sixth annual Kukur Tihar festival on November 9th. This unique event, inspired by the Nepalese tradition of honoring animals, will take place at the picturesque Jardín de La Luna.
Puerto Vallarta Honors the Virgin of Guadalupe
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...
Tilt – Tracy Lee Stum Museum Opens Providing an Interactive 3D Experience
A new cultural and entertainment space, TILT, has opened in Puerto Vallarta, and offers more than 27 3D illusions, all created by California artist Tracy Lee Stum.
Morales Etches Dreams Into Reality With Metal Embossing
Ericksammy Morales (Sammy) talks about his passion for art, and his ability to turn dreams into reality with his metal embossing skills.
Día de Muertos: A Walking Journey Celebrates this Tradition
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.
The 19th International Film Festival in Puerto Vallarta begins
The International Film Festival in Puerto Vallarta (FICPV) celebrates its 19th edition this year from March 11 to 22, it is the most important...
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.
Unreal Intimacy Art Show Dedicated to the Catrina and Queer Relationships
Just in time for Dia de Muertos, an art show dedicated to the Catrina and queer relationships will be held at the Sklarsky Smith Gallery in Colonia Emiliano Zapata in Puerto Vallarta.
New ‘Street Food Fiesta’ Tour Takes Foodies on Delicious Journey Through Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta's vibrant food scene unfolded bite by delicious bite on the all-new Street Food Fiesta Tour with Vallarta Eats.
Grupo de Teatro Dionisio and Boa Viagem Teatro Provide Important Local Theater Outlet
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.
Aspergers Leads Michael Tolleson Robles Down Artistic Path
Michael Tolleson Robles, a gay autistic savant artist, author and advocate, has brought his talents to Puerto Vallarta and opened a new art gallery, Galeria Robles.
Photo Gallery: Queer Art and Vallarta Pride: 10 Years
The Puerto Vallarta Cultural Projects Office, in collaboration with Vallarta Pride, recently held the opening reception of two art events at the OPC office: QUEER/CUIR and Vallarta Pride: 10 years in photographs.
BeefDip Bear Week Brings $240 Million Pesos Economic Benefit to Puerto Vallarta
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).
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...
Puerto Vallarta Makes History at 2024 NYC Pride Parade
Puerto Vallarta proudly participated in the 2024 New York City Pride Parade, a significant milestone that underscores our city’s status as one of the world’s leading LGBT+ tourism capitals.
Yesenia’s Art Captures Time, Creates Story
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.
OPC Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Raicilla Exhibitions and Art
The Cultural Projects Office (OPC) presents two exhibitions in honor of its 10th anniversary: "First Was the Raicilla: Art and Culture of Agave and its Distillates" and "Ana Topoleanu: Those from the Other Coast: The Raicillero World."
Gay Puerto Vallarta: The Ultimate Gay+ Haven in Mexico
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.
