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Make a Splash During Semana Santa and Pride at The Tryst...

Dive into Drag Brunches, Rooftop Pool Parties, and Nonstop Celebrations during Puerto Vallarta’s Semana Santa and Pride Week at The Tryst Puerto Vallarta.

Puerto Vallarta Mayor Launches Holy Week, Easter 2025 Operation

Mayor Luis Munguía launched a security and assistance operation for Holy Week and Easter 2025, anticipating thousands of visitors.

Free Rapid Testing for HIV and Syphilis

Free Rapid Testing for HIV and Syphilis Friday, April 11 From 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm Vallarta Medical Center Walk In Clinic Av. Ignacio L. Vallarta #333, Col. Emiliano Zapata In partnership with the Vallarta Gay+ Community Center

VGCC Honors Mikel Alvarez for His Contributions

Vallarta Gay+ Community Center Honors Mikel Alvarez for His Contributions, Welcomes New Leadership & Celebrates Community Growth.

Puerto Vallarta Celebrates Community Favorites at Second Annual We Are Puerto...

The We Are Puerto Vallarta Awards, sponsored by PVRPV, recognized local businesses and individuals for their contributions to the community during a ceremony held April 3, 2025, at Coco Cabaret. The event drew a standing-room-only crowd.

Puerto Vallarta Airport’s Terminal 2 Reaches 40% Completion

The expansion of Terminal 2 at Puerto Vallarta International Airport is 40% complete, officials said Friday (March 21, 2025), during a site visit by Jalisco’s Secretary of Tourism Michelle Fridman Hirsch.

Photos: Gay Mixer at Bar Frida 4.0

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.

Activists Challenge City Council Over Human Rights Award

Activists and citizens advocating for human rights and government transparency have filed an appeal for review with the Puerto Vallarta Municipal Council, challenging its handling of the Paco Ruiz Vallarta Human Rights Award.

Community Meeting Addresses Safety and Inclusivity in Puerto Vallarta

On March 13, 2025, a pivotal meeting was convened in Puerto Vallarta, bringing together key figures such as Chief Llanas of the municipal police, Regidora Melissa Madero, and community leaders including Don Pickens of Casa Cupula and the Vallarta Gay+ Community Group. The primary objective was to address reports of police misconduct and to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and the LGBTQ+ community.

Undressing Dysmorphia, Dressing in Self-Love

Jet De la Isla: A Visionary Entrepreneur and one of our Summer 2024 feature cover stories. Photo by Gustavo Silva
Waking up every morning in Puerto Vallarta, in true Leo fashion, I take a long look at myself—nude as I was born, nude as I play. My bronzed skin, inked tattoos, blonde hair, and strong body are a reflection of years of growth. At 39 years old, for the first time, I can look in the mirror and not wince. I see power. I see beauty. I see me. But it wasn’t always this way.

Photos: PVRPV Celebrates 20 Years

PVRPV 20th Anniversary
PVRPV, a rental, real estate, laundry and management agency, celebrated it's 20th anniversary on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at its main office with staff, customers and special guests.

Finalists Named for Puerto Vallarta Gays: Best of 2024 Awards

With thousands of people voting, the top three nominees for the Puerto Vallarta Gays: 2024 Awards have been named, with the top winner to be announced at the award ceremony at Industry on Feb. 27 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Social Security for All Program Presented to LGBTQ+ Workers

Social Security for All (Incorpora), an initiative that seeks to guarantee access to social security for independent workers, including artists, dancers, gogos, strippers and sex workers from the LGBT+ community, was presented at a press conference on Feb. 24, 2025.

Jet De La Isla’s S*X In The City: THE Chacal

Way to make a splash, Puerto Vallarta. One day, you're at the top of your game, ruling your ownlittle corner of the internet, and the next—poof! The empire crumbles. Old Facebook down, new cult has risen. But let’s be honest, my love life lately has felt just as unpredictable as a social media algorithm change.

Puerto Vallarta Carnival begins this weekend

Puerto Vallarta will be dressed in colors with the second edition of the Puerto Vallarta Carnival that runs from February 20 to 22 and where more than 50 thousand attendees are expected who will be able to enjoy live music, shows and the already famous parade of floats in a family atmosphere.

Gay+ Community Center Partners with Vallarta Medical Center 

The Vallarta Gay+ Community Center (VG+CC) and Vallarta Medical Center (VMC) have entered into a partnership aimed at providing comprehensive, accessible, and inclusive healthcare services to the LGBTQ+ community in Puerto Vallarta.

Noches de Fantasías Vol. 3: A Night for Theater Art, and...

On February 28, 2025, Noches de Fantasías Vol. 3 will take the stage at the cultural center Plataforma 322.

Sweet Journeys: The Love Story Behind Dulceria La Holandesa

At Dulceria La Holandesa candy and gift store, the owners, Rinette Laros and her wife — Emerita Carrillo Rubio — have poured love and care into their business. It is apparent in each item on display. Here, the colors are bright, and the atmosphere is joyful.

Puerto Vallarta’s Largest LGBTQ+ Community Facebook Group Gets Shutdown Overnight

Jet La Catrina Video
An update from the Puerto Vallarta Gays Facebook group founder Jet De La Isla, who says the "show must go on."

Puerto Vallarta Firefighters Launch Annual Calendar to Raise Funds for Equipment

The Puerto Vallarta Civil Protection and Fire Department has launched its annual fundraising calendar, aiming to raise money for essential equipment to enhance firefighter safety.

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