Puerto Vallarta Gears Up for 2024 Independence Day Celebration

The Malecon from the 2023 Independence Day Celebration. Photo by the Puerto Vallarta Institute of Culture.
Puerto Vallarta will celebrate “Grito de Independencia”, which runs from September 13 to 16, with an array of festivities as the city comes alive with parades, concerts,traditional dances, and cultural events, offering a cultural experience for all.

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.

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.

Five States From the Mexican Southeast Sign “Mundo Maya Region” Alliance

Having the heritage inherited from the Mayan culture is a privilege. It is the culture that gives identity to the southeast of Mexico

Elliot Page’s Time Cover

Elliot Page’s  Times cover will set a precedent in the fight for trans equality.  Cultural change is a hard thing to measure accurately but important moments of visibility, such as this cover, can help raise awareness and start a conversation.  

Kukur Tihar: A Paw-sitively Good Time in Puerto Vallarta

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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.

The Woman Who Changed Mexico: Nancy Cardenas Story

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Nancy Cardenas, a pioneering activist for gay rights in Mexcio, will soon have a documentary on her life shown in Puerto Vallarta.

Cuevas and Friends Bring History of Music and Mexico to Incanto

Alberto Cuevas in Mexico Magico. Photos by Oscar Almeida.
It was an evening of Mexican music with Alberto Cuevas and guests at Incanto, on Saturday, July 1, 2023, as a theater full of patrons enjoyed "Mexico Magico."

Celebrate World Malbec Day with La Tienda Grande

Gabriel Arvelo
La Tienda Grande invites you to celebrate World Malbec Day, along with a special tasting dinner, paired Malbecs from Casa Madero.

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.

“Already There’s Issues” Announces Its Launch On March 27

Already There's Issues
Already There’s Issues is a new LGBT Magazine produced in Puerto Vallarta and will be released on March 27 with a launch party being...

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.

Live Music, Local Art & Bradshaw’s Masterpieces: First Saturday at Art VallARTa Museo

first saturday arte vallarta
Enjoy networking, live music, and art on the First Saturday at the Museo at Art VallARTa Museo  on Saturday, May 4, 2024.  And if you haven’t seen it, you’ll get a final chance to see the Dove Bradshaw exhibition from New York City. This is Bradshaw’s first exhibit ever in Central America, titled Zero Space, Zero Time, Infinite Heat, and it will be leaving on May 5

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...

State of Yucatán Gets 2 New ‘Magical Towns’ with Designation of Sisal and Maní by SECTUR

State of Yucatán Gets 2 New ‘Magical Towns’ with Designation of Sisal and Maní by SECTUR @pueblosmagicosdemexico @YucatanTurismo #StateofYucatan @ViistMexico
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).

Vogue: A way to express, a way to protest

Arturo Leija has become one of the main exponents of Voguing. He told us what this trend means to him.

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...

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...

Casa Museo Puerto Vallarta Seeks Donations To Come to Life

Casa Museo would be Puerto Vallarta's first history museum where artistic, historical and cultural testimonies are housed.

Tallest Catrina in the World Makes Debut in Puerto Vallarta

Tallest Catrina
Puerto Vallarta will officially break the Guinness record for the largest monumental Catrina in history on November 2, 2022.