The Tryst Puerto Vallarta Hosts Preview Pride Party

The Tryst Puerto Vallarta held a special Pride Week sneak preview party. The hotel will open Sept. 15.
The Tryst Hotel Puerto Vallarta, a new gay luxury hotel, opened its doors to a little sneak preview for a spectacular sunset pride preview party that included a preview of a few different hotel rooms and a multi-level roof top terrace.

The Palm Cabaret & Bar

Alex Bourgeau
What I am really looking forward to this season is working with Miss Coco Peru. While our seasons consistently thrill audiences with Miss Conception,...

Vallarta Pride Celebrates Art and Diversity with Beyond the Sun Auction

Héctor Belloc, is a local artist, and is helping to organize The "Beyond the Sun" Art Auction, happening on May 26th, 2024.
Puerto Vallarta explodes with color and creativity during Vallarta Pride, and this year's celebration promises an unforgettable evening dedicated to art and inclusivity. 

Mau Jimenez, The Guitar Man: A Lifetime Career in the Making

Mau Jimenez
In the heart of Puerto Vallarta, where vibrant sunsets meet the soothing sounds of waves, Mau Jimenez has carved out a niche for himself as a beloved musician. His journey as a guitarist, singer, and songwriter has been filled with passion, perseverance, and a deep connection to his roots.

Unleash Your Inner Star at Open Mic Night and Vocal Workshops at Act2PV

Open Mic Night at Act2PV
Act2PV is offering workshops for aspiring singers and added open mic nights, along with other captivating performances as their summer series continues.

2023 Puerto Vallarta Christmas Restaurant Specials

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Let Christmas in Puerto Vallarta be a special time with restaurants offering unique special menus on December 24th and 25th.

Curtain Up on Success: The Palm Cabaret Wins for Favorite Performance Venue in We Are PV Awards

The Palm
Puerto Vallarta's vibrant live entertainment scene boasts a shining star – The Palm Cabaret and Bar - was recently named winner for the We Are Puerto Vallarta Favorite Performance Venues award, The Palm is a haven for both local talent and internationally renowned performers.

Elevating Saturday Classic Brunch at Casa Cupula with Nick Rogers

Nick Rogers is the host for Casa Cupula Classic Brunch on Saturdays. Photo by Oscar Almeida
Join Nick Rogers and Casa Cúpula's Saturday Classic Brunch for an exclusive and leisurely affair in the Pool Club.

Casita and Garden, Wine and Sake Opens as an Experience and Event Space

Brett at casita wine and sake
Casita & Garden, a new venture of Bonito Kitchen & Bar Chef/Owner Francie Nguyen, partnering with Fernando Garcia, has opened at Naranjo 321, Zona Romántica, offering a unique experience that you probably won’t be able to find elsewhere in Puerto Vallarta.

Out and About With Marcia Blondin – Venganza and Bingo

Colina Spay & Neuter Clinic Bingo
Colina Spay & Neuter Clinic Bingo fundraisers are back upstairs at Nacho Daddy every other Wednesday at 4 pm. It was so good to see Lydia, Colette, Santiago, Tammy and all the usual bingo-playing suspects.

World-renowned DJ James Hurr Makes His Mexico Debut

James Hurr
Critically acclaimed DJ and global music producer James Hurr will make his Mexican debut at Puerto Vallarta’s Fairyland Music Festival.

Photos: Gay Mixer at Bar Frida 4.0

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A gay mixer was held at Bar Frida 4.0 on March 13, 2025. A large crowd turned out to network and support one of Puerto Vallarta's oldest gay bars.

Photos: Gay+ Mixer at Bruma and Vallarta Yacht Rentals

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More than 70 people attended the Gay+ Mixer at Bruma Cafe and Cocktails at Marina Vallarta and Vallarta Yacht Rentals.

Gay Mixer at Qulture

April 20223 Mixer Qulture
The Everything Gay Mixer: Want to Meet? was held on ​Thursday, April 27, at Qulture (@qulture) with more than 70 people attending and networking.

Vallarta Pride Announces Booth Applications for Pride Sun Festival

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Vallarta Pride has announced that applications for booths at the upcoming Pride Sun Festival are now open. The festival will be held at Lazaro Cardenas Park (tile park) from May 23rd to 25th, promising a vibrant celebration of community diversity.

Steven Retchless a Unique Entertainer as a Male Pole Dancer

Steven Retchless, a unique entertainer as a male pole dancer
As a 31-year-old native from Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, he now considers Puerto Vallarta his  home. Steven Retchless talks with O&APV about his profession,...

Two Exhibitions Celebrate Pride:

Queer/Cuir is a multidisciplinary exhibition of contemporary art that brings together the work of twelve national and international artists whose work is representative of queer/cuir. Vallarta Pride: 10 years in photographs gathers visual testimonies of the 10 years of Vallarta Pride through the work of several photographers.
Cultural Projects Office in collaboration with Vallarta Pride presents, QUEER/CUIR and Vallarta Pride: 10 years in photographs, in the framework of the 9th anniversary of OPC and the 10th anniversary of Vallarta Pride.

Act II announces 2018-2019 season entertainment

Act II Entertainment is delighted to announce the lineup for its 2018-2019 Act II season! This year promises to be the BEST EVER, with...

Mexican Olympic Figure Skater Donovan Carrillo Poses For Calvin Klein

Donovan Carrillo
From the ice rink to modeling. Mexican Olympic figure skater Donovan Carrillo did a sexy photo shoot wearing Calvin Klein clothes.

Men and Women Painting Men exhibition opens at Art VallARTa

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Art VallARTa has announced a new art exhibition, Men and Women Painting Men, that will run from Dec. 15 to Jan 2, 2019. ART VallARTa,...