Photos: Gay+ Mixer at Banana Factory PV

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More than 320 people attended the Gay+ Mixer at @bananafactory on Jan. 13, 2026. Attendees enjoyed happy hour drinks, delicious snacks and drag entertainment. What a nice crowd and atmosphere. Many thanks to our hosts Justin and Aroldo.

Photos: Gay+ Mixer at Sir & Son

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🌈🙌 More than 100 people attended tonight our Gay+ Mixer at the gay men's shop Sir & Son on December 23, 2025.✨ What a nice crowd and energy. 🎄✨ Attendees enjoyed a festive Christmas atmosphere. Many thanks to our hosts Richard and Rick. 🙌

Nitro @ Mantamar Beach Club Bar & Sushi

Check out these photos from Nitro at Mantamar

Pulpito Drag Derby one of the most unique events in the world!

Here are some of our favorite moments of Púlpito Drag Derby’s fashion show and challenges. The drag derby is an annual event during Vallarta Pride....

Photos: Jorge’s Bar Toasts One Year of Business

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Jorge’s Bar marked its first year in business  on Friday, November 28, 2025, celebrating with music, cocktails and a full house of regulars and visitors in Plaza Romy.

Santa, Palm Trees and Toys: Beach Toy Giveaway Celebrates 25th Year

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The annual toy giveaway on the beach celebrated its 25th year on Thursday, December 25, 2025, drawing an estimated 250 to 300 children to the beachfront in front of the Blue Chairs Resort, a longtime supporter and host of the event. 

Beers, boys and burgers @ Mercurio Hotel

Beers boys and burgers at Hotel Mercurio in 2019

Photos: Gay+ Mixer at Pool Club Casa Cupula

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More than 300 people attended our Gay+ Mixer at the Pool Club at Casa Cupula on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Attendees enjoyed a complimentary gin tonic signature drink on the house, delicious appetizers and live entertainment by goo dancers and drag queens. What a nice crowd and atmosphere. Many thanks to our host Don Pickens.

Photos: Gay+ Mixer at Coco Cabaret

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Over 400 people attended our Gay+ Mixer at Coco Cabaret on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. This has been our best-attended mixer of the season so far. What a nice crowd and wonderful venue. Many thanks for coming and especially to our hosts, Mark Rome and Sebastian Coronel.

Photos: Valentines Gay Mixer at La Catrina Cantina

Juan Alvarado Gonzalez welcomed more than 140 people at the Gay Mixer held on Feb. 14 at La Catrina Cantina. Photo by Oscar Almeida.
More than 140 people braved the rain and enjoyed Feb. 14. 2024 Out and About PV Magazine and the Facebook group “Puerto Vallarta Gays: Everything You Need or Want to Know” mixer that was held at La Catrina Cantina.

Photos: Halloween Party at Vallarta Gay+ Community Center

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The Vallarta Gay+ Community Center hosted a Halloween party this past Thursday, October 30, welcoming staff members, volunteers, students in the several workshops they offer, community center users, and friends who brought their A-game with their amazing costumes you can see below.

Photos: Brawny Bear and Leather Fever

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Bears descended upon Puerto Vallarta over the weekend of Thursday, November 20, through Sunday, November 23, 2025, for a pair of events catering to the Bear community and Leather fetish enthusiasts.

Photos: Free Vaccine Clinic at The Tryst on September 26, 2025

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The Tryst Puerto Vallarta hotel hosted a free vaccination clinic for HPV, Hepatitis B, Tetanus, and Pneumococcus today, Friday, September 26, 2025. The vaccines were offered to anyone in the community, including residents and tourists.

Photos: ‘Niños de Navidad’ Christmas Show

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Nacho Granados & Gouda Gabor hosted the special "Christmas show at Nacho Daddy, supporting RISE children's shelter and local children to help grow their careers. Guests enjoyed performances by Mia Dance Studio, accordionist Nicolas, the charming vocals of Ainhoa & the powerhouse phenom who is Angelo, and Palm headliner Patriz.

Photos: Gay+ Mixer at One Six One

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Our third Gay+ Mixer of the season at One Six One (Rodolfo Gómez 161, Zona Romántica) was absolutely electric, drawing a crowd of over 260 people!

Photo Gallery: Mantamar Beach Club with Eliad Cohen

The stunning beach decor, the special guests and the best music by Dj Aron made Mantamar's team being the host of another amazing Saturday...

Photos: Gay+ Mixer at Sanctuary PV

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🌈🙌 More than 300 people attended the first Gay+ Mixer of 2026 at @sanctuarypv on Tuesday, January 6. 🍀✨ Attendees enjoyed a signature welcome cocktail, drink specials and delicious snacks. What a nice crowd and atmosphere. Many thanks to our hosts Brad and Tammy. 🙌

Pink & Proud Meet and Greet Cocktail Party – Vallarta Pride 2019

Girls just wanna have fun at the pink & proud meet and greet cocktail party at Colibrí bar, during the 2019 Vallarta Pride Week...

Chronicle of a Sunset Cruise

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When Philip Manly, owner of Vallarta Yacht Rentals, invited my colleague Max Buendía and me to experience his sunset cruise aboard his yacht "Escándalo," we couldn't resist. As a true vallartense and beach lover, I thought it would be a perfect opportunity to change my perspective on one of my most ingrained habits: watching the sunset.

Photos: Whale Watching with Ocean Friendly Tours

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Every year from December to March, Banderas Bay witnesses a natural spectacle that few places on Earth can rival: the arrival of humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae)...