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No matter what your interests are, Puerto Vallarta is always ready to entertain, offering a wide variety of entertainment options that will keep everyone amused. But it's up to you to decide how you want to spend your time here....

Entertainment banderas newsWhile every destination in Mexico has something to offer visitors, romantic Puerto Vallarta delivers something for everyone: beaches on a beautiful bay, great dining, a sizzling nightlife, Broadway quality stage plays, live music, movie theaters, cultural events, art galleries, excellent shopping, world-class golf and tennis, activities and excursions galore, and fun, fun, fun!

In Puerto Vallarta you can relax on a beautiful beach, play a round of championship golf, shop for Mexican handcrafts and dine in a wide variety of restaurants. There are also countless tours and activities to enjoy – from exciting jeep safaris and canopy tours in the tropical jungle to whale watching, sailing, snorkeling or scuba diving in Banderas Bay.

Visitors who appreciate cultural experiences will love the festivals and events hosted in Puerto Vallarta each year. A variety of cultural events, including the Gourmet Festival and an International Film Festival are designed for the cosmopolitan visitor, while Fishing, Tennis and Golf Tournaments are complemented by the Old Mexico flavor of this cozy seaside village.

And many visitors prefer to spend their days relaxing on the beach soaking up the warm tropical rays. Puerto Vallarta is a haven for weary vacationers who want nothing more than a good book, a tan and icy cold beers or margaritas delivered at regular intervals by an adept, and usually bilingual, waiter.

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Vallarta Botanical Gardens Hosts Fiesta Mexicana

Celebrate Mexico at the Vallarta Botanical Gardens on September 15 with a family-friendly Fiesta Mexicana featuring traditional Lotería, a free mechanical bull, Mexican antojitos and drinks, and the traditional Grito de Independencia ceremony from 10 am to 3 pm.

Puerto Vallarta Celebrates Las Fiestas Patrias September 13-16, 2026

Puerto Vallarta is ready to celebrate Las Fiestas Patrias. The heart of the festivities falls between September 13 and 16, with a full schedule of day-and-night events, local entertainment and cultural traditions bringing the community together to honor the people and events that shaped Mexico.

El Pitillal Hosts Month of Independence & Patron Saint Events

El Pitillal is celebrating September with a packed program of Independence Day events and festivities honoring Saint Michael the Archangel. From pageants and parades to pilgrimages, music and fireworks, activities will bring residents together throughout the month.

Traditional Mariachi Caravan Arrives in Puerto Vallarta Sept. 9

Puerto Vallarta will host a free traditional mariachi concert at Los Arcos del Malecón on September 9, as one of seven musical caravans brings musicians from across Mexico to the city. The performance is part of the 25th National Traditional Mariachi Gathering and the gathering’s statewide program.

Vallarta-Nayarit Gastronómica Returns With Global Culinary Talent

More than 80 chefs, mixologists and culinary experts from six countries will gather in Puerto Vallarta October 4–7 for Vallarta-Nayarit Gastronómica 2026. The four-day event will showcase Jalisco and Nayarit through local products, culinary talent, tastings, workshops, demonstrations and more.