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Grupo de Teatro Dionisio and Boa Viagem Teatro Provide Important Local Theater Outlet

Grupo de Teatro Dionisio performing The Night of the Garland tells the story of a coconut seller who is looking for his missing sister, who has eyes of a blue so deep that they seem violets. In his search, he relies on a drag queen, a waitress and other local characters who make up a mosaic that reflects what is lived in Puerto Vallarta. Photo by Jerry Jones
Grupo de Teatro Dionisio and Boa Viagem Teatro are clear examples of these groups that have stood out - not only at the local level but at the state level -  and that have exciting plans for this year.

Jet de la Isla’s Facebook Gay Group Reaches Milestone

One of the reasons that led Mexican-American entrepreneur Jet de la Isla to open a Facebook group titled “Puerto Vallarta Gays: Everything gay you...

Swan Lake in Puerto Vallarta: An Ode to Diversity and Artistic Talent

A bold and contemporary reinterpretation of the classic ballet "Swan Lake" comes from ACT2PV.
In the vibrant heart of Puerto Vallarta, a destination that proudly celebrates its LGBT identity, a bold and contemporary reinterpretation of the classic ballet "Swan Lake" comes from ACT2PV.

BeefDip Bear Week Brings $240 Million Pesos Economic Benefit to Puerto Vallarta

(left to right) Luis Villaseñor, general director of the Public Trust for Tourism Promotion and Publicity of the Municipality of Puerto Vallarta , Steve Buczek (BeefDip founder), Carla Esparza Quintero, councilwoman president of the Tourism and Economic Development Commission, Christhian Preciado Cazares, with the Office of Tourism and Economic Development of Puerto Vallarta and Jose Spinning Cortes
BeefDip Bear Week, one of the largest and longest running bear events in the world, is bringing with it approximately $240 million pesos economic benefit for Puerto Vallarta (or equal to approximately $12 million USD).

Lighthouses Shine With a Beacon of History

Moises Hernandez, @moihmx historical and documentary researcher of Puerto Vallarta and his lighthouse photo exhibition. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
Lighthouses of Puerto Vallarta were the focus of Moises Hernandez (@moihmx), a historical and documentary researcher. He recently shared his work on the curation of the seven-photo collection exhibited during the celebration of the 92nd anniversary of Puerto Vallarta’s range lights or lighthouses.

State of Yucatán Gets 2 New ‘Magical Towns’ with Designation of Sisal and Maní by SECTUR

State of Yucatán Gets 2 New ‘Magical Towns’ with Designation of Sisal and Maní by SECTUR @pueblosmagicosdemexico @YucatanTurismo #StateofYucatan @ViistMexico
The state of Yucatán announced this afternoon that two of its municipalities, Sisal and Maní, have been awarded the designation “Pueblo Mágico,” or Magical Town, by Mexico’s Ministry of Tourism (SECTUR).

Francine Peters found inspiration (and a new life) in Puerto Vallarta

Editor's Note: This article was originally published in 8/2018. We are reposting it today (4/1/2019) as we celebrate the life and the art of...

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. 

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...

Cuevas and Friends Bring History of Music and Mexico to Incanto

Alberto Cuevas in Mexico Magico. Photos by Oscar Almeida.
It was an evening of Mexican music with Alberto Cuevas and guests at Incanto, on Saturday, July 1, 2023, as a theater full of patrons enjoyed "Mexico Magico."

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...

Vallarta Home to Almost 80 Art Galleries and Stores

One of the many pieces of art you can find every Wednesday at the ArtWalk. This piece is at Galeria Browne. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
With almost 80 different art galleries and stores in Puerto Vallarta, it's become challenging keeping an up-to-date list. This list was created from a Google search.

With Open Arms From Afar With Smiling Faces Under our Masks. With all Your NWJ! Favorites Returning for You to enjoy In Safe Distances.

Join us on this night and enjoy the sexy sounds of Piel Canela and the classic NWJ! fiesta energy. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 5pm to...

Puerto Vallarta Honors the Virgin of Guadalupe

Peregrinaciones Guadalupanas
Centuries-Old Tradition Lives On The 2024 Guadalupanas Pilgrimage (Peregrinaciones Guadalupanas) season is in full swing in Puerto Vallarta, bringing together a large number of devotees...

Vallartas Art Collective ROMPE Materializes The City Soul Into Art

Sharo García, founder and general coordinator of ROMPE Urban Art Collective announced the creation of artistic murals in public spaces in the Centro Historico and Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
A unique art collective is making waves with its innovative approach to urban beautification in Puerto Vallarta. What began as a festival has blossomed into the Rompe Collective, a driving force behind the city's burgeoning street art scene.

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.

Live Music, Local Art & Bradshaw’s Masterpieces: First Saturday at Art VallARTa Museo

first saturday arte vallarta
Enjoy networking, live music, and art on the First Saturday at the Museo at Art VallARTa Museo  on Saturday, May 4, 2024.  And if you haven’t seen it, you’ll get a final chance to see the Dove Bradshaw exhibition from New York City. This is Bradshaw’s first exhibit ever in Central America, titled Zero Space, Zero Time, Infinite Heat, and it will be leaving on May 5

Exploring the Artwork of Luc Gauthier: A Visionary in Glass Artistry

Luc Gauthier
Luc Gauthier—a painter and a visionary in glass artwork—has found his home in Puerto Vallarta. Bringing with him decades of experience and a passion for pushing artistic boundaries, Gauthier's work has captivated art enthusiasts locally and internationally.

PV’s Temporary Exhibition “From The Heart To The World” Includes LGBT+ Piece

Puerto Vallarta Art Exhibition
"Del Corazón para el Mundo" is an art exhibition shared with "Tlaquepaque Late", "Pueblos Mágicos de Jalisco" y "Puerto Vallarta: De Corazón para el...

Celebrate World Malbec Day with La Tienda Grande

Gabriel Arvelo
La Tienda Grande invites you to celebrate World Malbec Day, along with a special tasting dinner, paired Malbecs from Casa Madero.