From English Teacher, Dolphin Trainer to Drag Star Karma La Perra, Mitchell Rivadeneyra Shines as an Entertainer

Mitchell Isaác Guzmán Rivadeneyra. Photo by Oscar Almeida
Mitchell Isaác Guzmán Rivadeneyra is performer and drag star Karma La Perra - he arrived at Juicy Drags for our interview dressed like the fashion diva that he is - a custom made crop top, sunglasses and a sharp black hat that instantly told you that this man is ready for business.

So You think You Can RISE to Crown New Talent As 30 Competitors Vie for Title

Introducing January 8th Preliminary Show contestant Edgar Omar Patiño Zavala. Edgar is from a small town in Guerrero, Mexico. He has been performing with his family music group since 2010. Edgar's specialty is Mexican ballads and classical music.
So You Think You Can Rise will raise money for a local orphanage and crown a new title winner in the annual talent competition.

International Bear Festival Set in Puerto Vallarta for Feb. 1 to 5, 2023

Bears, bears and more bears descend on Puerto Vallarta to enjoy the Bearadise Life!  During the first week in February this sun-drenched #1 gay bear destination in Mexico welcomes bears and all of their admirers to a week of frisky activities!  What better way to welcome 2023?!

Rico Indian Restaurant Brings Three Men Together to Offer Authentic Gourmet Indian Food

(Left to right) Monnish Malhotra, Enzo Lima and Manjunath Mysore
A new gourmet Indian restaurant, Rico Indian, has opened in Puerto Vallarta, bringing with it tastes that are authentic, original and a sense of belonging for the three owners. 

Marlow’s Offers New, Elegant Dining Experience

This 24 seat restaurant is helmed by Chef Jonathan Rico. Originally from Mexico City, Puerto Vallarta has been Chef Rico’s home for the last 12 years.
Marlow's is a new 24 seat restaurant is helmed by Chef Jonathan Rico in Puerto Vallarta's Zona Romantica and offers fine dining.

Puerto Vallarta Plans to Welcome 2023 With Huge Celebrations

NYE Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta is known for its huge New Year’s Eve celebrations, as locals and visitors say goodbye to the previous year.

Branden and James, Effie Passero Debut Holiday Show at The Palm

Puerto Vallarta favorites BRANDEN & JAMES + Effie Passero from PostModern Jukebox & American Idol bring their hit Christmas show direct from the United States to The Palm Cabaret In Puerto Vallarta. Come fill your spirit with the holiday season as the three powerhouse performers present classic Christmas songs such as “All I Want For Christmas Is You”, “O Holy Night”, “White Christmas”, “The Prayer”, as well as some lesser-known carols and feel good hits. This is a not-to-be-missed holiday concert event!
Puerto Vallarta favorites BRANDEN & JAMES + Effie Passero from PostModern Jukebox & American Idol bring their hit Christmas show direct from the United States to The Palm Cabaret In Puerto Vallarta. Come fill your spirit with the holiday season as the three powerhouse performers present classic Christmas songs such as “All I Want For Christmas Is You”, “O Holy Night”, “White Christmas”, “The Prayer”, as well as some lesser-known carols and feel good hits. This is a not-to-be-missed holiday concert event!

Puerto Vallarta Restaurants Offer Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Specials

christmas dinner in Puerto Vallarta
If you’re looking for a special place in Puerto Vallarta to enjoy a Christmas Eve or Christmas Day meal, you’ll find lots of restaurants that have special menus for those two days. 

Vallarta Lights Christmas Tree on Malecon, Celebrations Begin

Puerto Vallarta Christmas tree lighting 2022
Puerto Vallarta lit the city’s Christmas Tree on the Malecon on Friday, Dec. 16, marking the beginning of the holiday season.

2023 Boys on Fire Calendar Benefits Charity

For the second year in a row, the local male burlesque group Boys on Fire, has produced a 2023 calendar to raise money for two local charities.
For the second year in a row, the local male burlesque group Boys on Fire, has produced a 2023 calendar to raise money for two local charities.

Holiday Season Kicks-off with a Christmas Garden Party Extravaganza

Chef Roman Ventura
The Vallarta School for Girls benefited from Christmas Party Garden Extravaganza where guests enjoyed entertainment drinks and appetizers.

Vallarta’s Gay Men’s Chorus Set To Perform Two Shows for Holiday Season

The Puerto Vallarta Gay Men's Chorus will perform two holiday shows in December.
The Puerto Vallarta Gay Men’s Chorus (PVGMC), directed by Adrian Fuentes, will hold its first show at the Cassandra Shaw Starlight Cabaret Theater at Act2PV. That show will feature popular Christmas carols from Mexico, U.S. and Canada. The show "Posada!" will include special guest Tonny Kenneth and starts at 8 p.m. but you'll want to arrive early and enjoy an authentic taco bar at 7:15 p..m.

Puerto Vallarta to Observe World’s Aids Day with March, Lectures and Kiki House of Paradise Ball at Therapy Bar

Carmilla, from Kiki House of Paradise, will be one of the participants at the Ball at Therapy
Worlds Aids Day, held every Dec. 1 across the world, will be recognized in Puerto Vallarta with a march, lectures and a Kiki House of Paradise Ball at Therapy Bar.

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.

Spartacus Celebrates 10 Years of Providing Fun and Entertainment with DJ, GoGo Boys and $100 Peso Lockers

Spartacus, Puerto Vallarta’s only sauna/spa that caters to men, will celebrate its 10th year in business on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022. A live DJ, Guest GoGo boys will begin performing at 8 p.m. and $100 pesos lockers will be available all day.
Spartacus, Puerto Vallarta’s only sauna/spa that caters to men, will celebrate its 10th year in business on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022.

Thanksgiving Day in Puerto Vallarta Offers Variety of Traditional Meals at Restaurants and Hotels

Happy Thanksgiving Day. Autumn feast
If you are an American visitor or resident in Puerto Vallarta and looking for an American Thanksgiving meal, there are many options.

Nantaimore – Naked Sushi – Comes to Puerto Vallarta to Therapy Bar

If you like Sushi and naked men, a very unique event - Nataimori - is coming to Puerto Vallarta on Dec. 1, 2022 at Therapy Bar.

Drag Queens, Sushi at 1/2 Price, Bingo and Loteria at Therapy Bar on Wednesday

DJ Faith Inferno
DJ Faith Inferno, and now Bingo Caller Faith Inferno, is hosting a new bingo and loteria night at Therapy Bar in Puerto Vallarta.

Bear Events Planned in Puerto Vallarta for Thanksgiving Holiday

bearadise beach
There are two big bear events that promise to draw bears out of hibernation and to Puerto Vallarta over the upcoming USA Thanksgiving holiday - Bearadise and Brawny Bear.

David Bailey Returns for Reggae Night at Arriba Restaurant Bar

David Bailey at Arriba
David Bailey returns to Arriba Restaurant Bar with his popular Saturday evening show starting Nov. 5 at 7 p.m.