Recuérdame Festival Celebrates Dia De Los Muertos

Benjamin Leonardo, with makeup by Debora Chacales, prepares for the Day of the Dead celebration. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
With the theme “Remember Me”, one of Puerto Vallarta’s largest festivals of the year kicks off to celebrate and recognize the annual Day of the Dead celebration.

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...

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.

VIDEO: The Rosenberg Collection at PV Art Gallery

We visit Posters International, an art gallery located in centro of Puerto Vallarta. Martin Rosenberg, the owner, tells us a little about the Polish Posters...

A Very Different Way to Celebrate Thanksgiving Dinner at No Way José!

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico:  We have so much for which to be grateful.  For those of us who find ourselves in Puerto Vallarta on the U.S. Thanksgiving...

Immerse Yourself In Abraham Solares’ Captivating Photography Exhibit of Las Victorias de Samotracia

Abraham Solares
Uncover the stunning works of artist Abraham Solares in a visual exhibition inspired by The Winged Victory of Samothrace.

Tequila Lover? Here are Five Cities You Must Visit in Jalisco, Mexico

tequila barrels
The state of Jalisco is Mexico’s most emblematic region, having given birth to so many of the country’s iconic cultural offerings, including the charro,...

“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...

Mexican Independence Day Arrives As City Celebrates

Charro with Mexican Flag
Mexican Independence Day celebrates the beginning of the war that ended Spain’s colonial rule of Mexico. On September 16, 1810, Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a Roman Catholic priest, rang the bell of his church and proclaimed the call to arms that began the Mexican War for Independence.

Angie Star: shadows of the past and her transition towards a promising future

Born and raised by his proud and loving grandmother in Puerto Vallarta, Jose Angel Morales Martínez quit his management career to work and help with...

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

Puebla, Mexico Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage

Another state in Mexico has legalized marriage between same-sex couples. The state of Puebla is divided into 217 municipalities and its capital is the city...

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.

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.

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.

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.

Diversity. Ten different flags and what each one represents

Pride month is the most important in the fight for LGBT+ rights since it marks the beginning of the movement in 1969. Sexual diversity...

Independence Celebration Draws Approximately 30,000 on Malecon

Approximately 30,000 people enjoyed entertainment and fireworks on the Malecon as Puerto Vallarta celebrated its 214th Independence Day on Sept. 15, 2024. on Sept. 15, 2024.
Approximately 30,000 people enjoyed entertainment and fireworks on the Malecon as Puerto Vallarta celebrated its 214th Independence Day on Sept. 15, 2024. on Sept. 15, 2024.

Paper Mache that Slays

Mauricio Vargas Ruiz and Alberto Trejo Garcia. Photo by Oscar Almedia.
Mauricio Vargas Ruiz and Alberto Trejo Garcia practices artistic recycling and creates handmade whimsical and colorful paper mache animals, flowers, jewelry, and platters.

Puerto Vallarta ArtWalk 2024-2025: A Celebration of Creativity

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With its unique blend of art, culture, and community, the Puerto Vallarta ArtWalk remains a cherished tradition that continues to captivate and inspire visitors from near and far. On October 24, 2024, in a joint press release Carolina Orozco from Galeria de Ollas along with Abraham Valle from Galeria Corsica, Karen Jenanyan from Galeria The Loft, and Kristina Kaliamova from Galria Kris, and Sharo Garcia from Colectivo Rompe announced the return of the Art Walk 2024-2025.