Embracing Diversity: Conversatrans Unveils Trans Empowerment in Puerto Vallarta

Moderated by Yess Cortés,'CONVERSATRAS' provided a platform for individuals such as Darieen ‘Shortie’, Arizze Aguilar, Alex Domínguez, and Joshua de Venus to share their unique stories and perspectives. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
In a showcase of diversity and empowerment, Puerto Vallarta's cultural landscape recently played host to 'CONVERSATRANS' at La Gata Foro Bar. 

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.

Spring Jazz Festival at Los Muertros Pier Begins March 18

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The 28th edition of the renowned Spring Jazz Festival will begin Monday, March 18, at the Los Muertos pier and will run until March 22, heralding the arrival of spring with soulful melodies and vibrant rhythms.

Discover the Art of the Human Form in Omar Garcia de Alba B.’s Symphony #7

David Brown and Santiago Redmond are 'The Art Boys' at Galeria Browne. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
Omar Garcia de Alba B. Unveils Symphony #7 at Galeria Browne. Opening reception on Feb. 7 - attendees are invited to meet the artist, indulge in refreshments.

Immerse Yourself In Abraham Solares’ Captivating Photography Exhibit of Las Victorias de Samotracia

Abraham Solares
Uncover the stunning works of artist Abraham Solares in a visual exhibition inspired by The Winged Victory of Samothrace.

Yesenia’s Art Captures Time, Creates Story

Yesenia
Yesenia is a remarkably self taught artist who, due to economic/financial barriers (a reality for many locals) was unable to accept a Fine Arts Academy invitation to attend.

Discover Versalles Food Tour Opens Doors to New Experiences

masame pv restaurant
As you may have heard, Versalles is rapidly becoming the foodie destination of choice. New and eclectic spaces are opening up right and left. There are so many in fact, it’s actually hard to keep track of them all. 

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."

Morales Etches Dreams Into Reality With Metal Embossing

Ericksammy Morales (Sammy) talks about his passion for art, and his ability to turn dreams into reality with his metal embossing skills.

Famed Gay Rights Leader to Speak in Puerto Vallarta

Juan Jacobo Hernandez, a founding member of the gay rights movement in Mexico, will be in Puerto Vallarta to present and discuss his book "Locabulary. Language and oppression" on Friday Jun 16, 2023
Juan Jacobo Hernandez, a founding member of the gay rights movement in Mexico, will be in Puerto Vallarta to present and discuss his book "Locabulary. Language and oppression" on Friday Jun 16, 2023

Photo Gallery: Queer Art and Vallarta Pride: 10 Years

The Puerto Vallarta Cultural Projects Office, in collaboration with Vallarta Pride, recently held the opening reception of two art events at the OPC office: QUEER/CUIR and Vallarta Pride: 10 years in photographs.

Vallarta Pride Fashion Show To Transform Los Muertos Pier into Fashion Catwalk

The iconic Los Muertos Pier with its famous wind sail design will become a pride fashion walkway on Saturday, May 20, 2023 with the looks of Mexican fashion designers like Benito Santos.
The iconic Los Muertos Pier with its famous wind sail design will become a pride fashion walkway on Saturday, May 20, 2023 with the looks of Mexican fashion designers like Benito Santos.

Ballroom Voguing Evolves, and Emerges in Puerto Vallarta

The Paradises are ready to walk their categories and show their voguing skills.
The first ball room of Puerto Vallarta will take place at Industry Nightclub with the theme, “Call of Nature ” on Monday, May 22, 2023 starting at 7 p.m.

New Sculpture Dedicated to the Vallarta LGBT Community to be Made by Famed Artist Octavio González

Octavio Gonzalez
Mexican bronze sculpture Octavio Gonzalez has announced that he is preparing a new work of art that he will dedicated to the LGBT community of Puerto Vallarta.

Huichol, or Wixáritari, Art Has Roots in Jalisco

Max Simpson
Puerto Vallarta is rich with art from all parts of Mexico but one of my favorite types of art from this region is Huichol art which originated in the states of Jalisco and Nayarit.  

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.

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.

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).

Paper Mache that Slays

Mauricio Vargas Ruiz and Alberto Trejo Garcia. Photo by Oscar Almedia.
Mauricio Vargas Ruiz and Alberto Trejo Garcia practices artistic recycling and creates handmade whimsical and colorful paper mache animals, flowers, jewelry, and platters.

Tallest Catrina in the World Makes Debut in Puerto Vallarta

Tallest Catrina
Puerto Vallarta will officially break the Guinness record for the largest monumental Catrina in history on November 2, 2022.