The most important film event in the city and the region, the Puerto Vallarta International Film Festival, will take place from June 8 to 11, 2023. A selection of premiere short films and full-length movies will be presented at various venues throughout the city.
On Wednesday, May 31, 2023, our beloved Puerto Vallarta will be celebrating its 105th anniversary as a municipality, and its 55th as a fully-incorporated city, with a great celebration in El Centro. The commemorative program for this double anniversary will begin at 5:00 pm at Los Arcos del Malecón.
It continues to be a block-buster season of sold out shows and the demand for The Palm’s outstanding performances persists! Some of the season’s most successful shows are playing on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through June 25. Stay tuned for more updates.
'The Image and Memory,' a photographic exhibition and conference, will be held at 7:00 pm on Monday, May 29 at the Municipal Presidency. Learn about Puerto Vallarta's growth from a small fishing village to a world-class tourist destination through the eyes of four photographers who found their inspiration in this city.
Act2PV wraps up their 10th season this week with some fabulous shows especially chosen for Vallarta Pride Week playing through May 29. They will be taking a break from May 30 through June 21, as they prepare to kick off their summer season of entertainment.
Literary Week at Entreamigos, an active community center whose primary focus is to increase educational opportunities for the children of San Pancho, is set to take place from May 29 to June 2. Join them for storytelling, reading, illustrating, crafting, literary scavenger hunt, and stories around the campfire.
This year's Vallarta Pride Festival will once again feature the Púlpito Drag Derby, one of the most unique block parties in the world! Make plans now to come out to Calle Púlpito on May 27 for a fun-filled event that's part drag fashion show, part kick-ass competition, part community fundraiser and 100% entertaining!
On May 31, 2023, Puerto Vallarta will commemorate the 105th anniversary of its induction as a municipality and 55th of its elevation to the category of city. In celebration of this historical milestone, the municipal government has organized a huge celebration on the Malecón that is free and open to the public.
The 2023 edition of the National Youth Beach Volleyball Championship will be played in Puerto Vallarta May 26-28 at Holi Beach, where 4 courts and a 1000 seat stadium will be installed. This event brings together the future beach volleyball stars of Mexico. Admission is free to the public.
From June 27 to July 1 Puerto Vallarta will host 'Al calor del mariachi', a festival that celebrates Mariachi music, culture and tradition through not only performances and cultural displays, but also educational workshops for the new generations of musicians.
