Puerto Vallarta’s Day of the Dead Parade Draws Record Crowd of 35,000

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More than 35,000 people filled the streets of Puerto Vallarta for the city’s Day of the Dead parade, a colorful celebration of Mexican culture that organizers say broke attendance records this year.

Lesbians Are Out During Vallarta Pride, May 22 to 29, 2023

In addition to Vallarta Pride which will take place May 17 to May 28, 2023, Lesbian Pride will be hosting a week of exclusive events for women in what has been described as one of the friendliest destinations for the LGBTQ+ community, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. 

Vallarta Lights Christmas Tree on Malecon, Celebrations Begin

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

Two Winners Named in Round Four of SYTYCR Talent Competition

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Rafael Alonso Camacho and Groupo Raices both impressed the judges and audience so much that dual winners were announced.

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

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

Gay Mixer Photos: Galleria Dante April Gay Mixer

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More than 100 people came to Galeria Danta to enjoy its vast collection of art, network and socialize on April 16, 2024, as part of the April mixer for Out and About PV Magazine and the Facebook group “Puerto Vallarta Gays: Everything You Need or Want to Know”

Art, Fashion, and Identity Converge at Arte Vallarta Museo’s La Pasarela

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The Arte Vallarta Museo hosted "La Pasarela," an art and fashion show on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, that blended the stunning artistry of designers like Armando Mafud and Felix d’Eon with a vibrant celebration of queer identity, concluding with d'Eon's "Queer Loteria."

Mexico Magico to Take You on a Musical Journey through Mexico

Mexico Magico is sponsored by ThrIVe Med Spa, Let's Pho PV Restaurant, Mendoza Productions, Out & About PV Magazine, Morphe Arquitectos, Incanto Vallarta, Mex Wings, Casa Luxe Real Estate, Casa Cupula and Chachalaca Bar.
Join host Nacho as Alberto Cuevas, Salvatore the Pianist, the children's dance group Locos Por La Rumba, and the New Continental Mariachi take you on a magical journey through musical Mexico at this special show at Incanto on Saturday, July 1, 2023.

Vallarta Pride Parade, Saturday May 25, 10 a.m.

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Get ready for a new day and a new time for the 11th annual Puerto Vallarta Pride Parade. This event will start at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 25, 2024 in front of the Sheraton Hotel, and wind its way down the streets that run parallel to the Malecon to Zona Romantica.

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.

Summer Festivals Offer Fun to Visitors from World Wide

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In 2023, Puerto Vallarta is set to host a variety of exciting summer festivals that will attract visitors from all over the world

Photos: Gay+ Mixer at Canto Restaurant

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What a night! Our second Gay+ Mixer at @cantopv (Canto Restaurant, Lázaro Cárdenas 446, Zona Romántica) was buzzing with over 150 people!

Celebrate Gay Pride with Democrats Abroad Costa Banderas

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Join Democrats Abroad on Tuesday, May 21st, for a showing of the acclaimed PBS documentary "Stonewall Uprising." This powerful film explores the pivotal 1969 riots that ignited the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement.

Act2PV Offers Vocal Performance Workshop, Bingo, and More

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From raucous comedy to soulful singing, there's something for everyone at ACT2PV this week. Whether you're in the mood for a laugh-out-loud bingo game, a chance to showcase your vocal talents, or an intimate evening of live music, you'll find it. Check out the ACT2PV events below.

ACT2PV Opens 2023 Season on Friday, Sept. 8 with ‘Feeling Good’

Renata delivers an amazing performance at Act2PV Season 11 with her tribute to legendary soul artists. #act2pv

Resolution After-Hours Rings in 2022 at Las Carmelitas

What better way to greet 2022 than to party with friends while watching the sunrise in the beautiful paradise of Puerto Vallarta. You can do just that at Las Carmelitas, which is the site of Resolution, a White Party, Industry, and Jubileo official after party hosted by Industry Nightclub, in association with Brian Kent Productions.

Chachalaca Bar Celebrates Five Years

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Chachalaca Bar celebrated its five-year anniversary with cup cakes, balloons, and entertainment from Wendy Warhol and Alberto Cuevas.

Photos: Gay Mixer Whiskey Kitchen

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The Gay Mixer at Whisky Kitchen, held on Oct. 22, 2024, was a blast!

Celebrating Diversity: Trans Visibility Day in Puerto Vallarta is March 31

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March 31st is Trans Visibility Day in Puerto Vallarta. Join the movement to promote inclusion and equality for transgender individuals. Learn about the importance of this annual celebration.

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.