Events

Coco's in Control: The Janet Jackson Experience, one of the most anticipated tribute shows of the spring starring international drag star and RuPaul's Drag Race participant Coco Montrese, held its opening night at Coco Cabaret (Francisco I. Madero 289, Romantic Zone) on Friday night, April 3, 2026, before a sold-out audience.

A new musical production titled "A Piece of My Heart"—a tribute to the music and life of Janis Joplin—is scheduled to debut at Coco Cabaret (Francisco I. Madero 289, Zona Romántica) this month. The show features vocalist Monti The Artist and is directed and produced by Jordon Carnegie. The production will run for two performances on April 15 and 29, 2026, at 5 p.m.

Organizers of the Pata Salada Festival officially announced the event's third edition during a press conference held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at River Café. The festival is set to take place from Friday, April 17, to Sunday, April 19, running from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

With Puerto Vallarta Pride 2026 approaching, local businesses are anticipating a 17 million peso economic boost as the city prepares to welcome an anticipated 40,000 or more visitors for one of its most important annual events.

LGBTIQ+ luxury resort The Tryst Puerto Vallarta has announced its program for Semana Santa and Pride Week, making this spring the perfect season to visit and enjoy drag brunches, rooftop pool parties, and unforgettable celebrations in the heart of Zona Romántica.

Puerto Vallarta’s International Convention Center hosted a gala Thursday night, March 26, 2026, for the 10th edition of the Food and Travel Reader Awards, honoring top Mexican gastronomy and travel experiences from 2025.

The Government of Jalisco, through the Ministry of Tourism, has announced the 2026 edition of Downhill Puerto Vallarta, scheduled for May 1 and 2, 2026. The competition will gather top global athletes before an estimated audience of 20,000 spectators.

Organizers have announced the ninth edition of the Puerto Vallarta Taco Fair, taking place on Sunday, March 29, 2026, from 2 to 11 p.m. at Parque Parota (located on Av. Francisco Medina Ascencio, between Hotel Puerto de Luna and Plaza Caracol). The event will feature stands from over 20 restaurants specializing in this iconic Mexican dish, offering a wide variety of meat and seafood options.

Vallarta Queer, Colectivo Diverso Vallarta, Movii México, and the Vallarta Gay+ Community Center invite the general public to attend the community photographic exhibition "Presencias" (Presences) on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in observance of International Transgender Day of Visibility. The event will take place at 7:30 p.m. at the community center located at Morelos 101, Suite 3B, Centro (above Banco Santander).

A new chapter is about to open in the Versalles neighborhood as entrepreneur Kor’ Prieur Caille prepares to launch The Red Door, the neighborhood’s first gay bar and a major milestone for the growing LGBTQ+ presence beyond the city’s traditional nightlife zones. The bar (located at Hamburgo 156 C, Versalles) announced a soft opening week starting Sunday, March 22, 2026, and a Grand Opening on Friday, March 27, at 7 p.m.

Puerto Vallarta’s cultural landscape continues to expand with the launch of the city’s first Theater Show, a multi-day event featuring stage performances, dance, academic conferences, and professional workshops.

If you love a great night out with incredible talent, beautiful food, strong cocktails, and a purpose behind it, this is one you don’t want to miss. On March 26 from 6 to 10 p.m., we’re gathering at Villa Quintamar in Puerto Vallarta for an unforgettable evening supporting Vallarta Cares.

Local performer Jordon Carnegie is set to make his debut at Coco Cabaret (Fco. I. Madero 289, Zona Romántica) this April with "STARMAN," a curated tribute to the legendary English singer, songwriter and actor David Bowie. The production is scheduled for two exclusive performances on April 8 and April 22, 2026, at 5 p.m.

Art, wine and cuisine came together March 12 for an intimate evening of culture and conversation at Casa Cupula, where about 40 guests gathered for the debut of the new “Art & Dine – Art, Wine and Destiny” dinner experience inside the hotel’s Bistro Gallery.

The Vallarta Institute of Culture, under the Municipal Government of Puerto Vallarta, will host the ninth edition of the "Dama Juana" Raicilla Festival at the Cuale Cultural Center (located at the northern tip of Cuale River Island in the city center). The event will run from Friday, March 13, to Sunday, March 15, 2026, from 2 to 9 p.m., bringing together 18 raicilla distilleries (tabernas) from across the region.

New York-based actor and comedian Jamie Brickhouse returns to the Art Vallarta Theater (Pilitas 213, Amapas, Romantic Zone) to present his acclaimed show, I Favor My Daddy: A Tale of Two Sissies. Making its Puerto Vallarta debut, the production will run on Fridays, March 13 and 20, and Saturdays, March 14 and 21, 2026, at 7 p.m.

What A Drag, the iconic fundraiser for the Casa Esperanza shelter for women victims of domestic violence, will celebrate its 12th edition on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 8 p.m. at Teatro Vallarta. The event notably coincides with International Women’s Day.

The Rainbow Ride PV gay bus tour is preparing for a special edition hosted by renowned drag artist Miss Conception. Scheduled for Monday, March 16, 2026, the excursion features the performer known as the "International Queen of Transformation."

The Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board has announced the destination's event schedule for March and April 2026. The lineup features major celebrations of culture, art, gastronomy, tourism, sports, and health, expected to draw thousands of visitors as spring arrives in Puerto Vallarta.

Over 300 labels from national and international wineries, chef-curated pairings, sensory experiences, and live music will converge at the 2026 edition of VINOMA FEST. The premier wine and pairing festival is set to take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, starting at 2 p.m. at Pier 2 of the Puerto Mágico Maritime Terminal in Puerto Vallarta.