The Vallarta Cup Race Series 2026 sails into Banderas Bay January 10–11 and 17–18, opening the winter racing season with distance races for cruising, performance, and multihull boats. Hosted by the Vallarta Yacht Club, the series blends competition with lively post-race gatherings.
Puerto Vallarta International Airport closed 2025 with nearly seven million passengers, setting a new all-time record. Traffic rose 2.1 percent over 2024, driven by steady domestic growth and continued international demand, confirming the destination’s strong appeal and air connectivity.
Travelers can now enjoy a spacious, air-conditioned journey across BandersBay with the launch of the "Playa del Carmen" ferry. Connecting Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa this new route offers a comfortable and scenic way to explore the beauty of Cabo Corrientes.
Puerto Vallarta is turning holiday cheer into environmental action. As part of the Todos Contra la Basura campaign, Mayor Luis Munguía has opened 6 collection centers to ensure trees are recycled properly. Residents have until January 15 to help keep our city clean.
Puerto Vallarta kicked off 2026 with a successful holiday season, recording a 3% increase in visitors. Tourism Secretary Michelle Fridman reported that despite a challenging year for the industry, Jalisco maintained steady growth in both economic impact and hotel occupancy across the state.
Puerto Vallarta begins a historic year of celebration on Tuesday, January 6, marking the 100th anniversary of the Oath to the Sacred Heart. This centennial kicks off 12 months of events at the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, honoring the deep spiritual roots and resilience of the community.
January 6th is Three Kings Day, known as 'El Día de Reyes' in Mexico. This is Epiphany on the church calendar, the 12th day after Christmas, when the Magi arrived bearing gifts for baby Jesus. It is also the traditional day for Mexican children to receive Christmas gifts, in commemoration of the Magi's visit.
Puerto Vallarta kicks off 2026 with a bustling maritime schedule, welcoming 24 cruise ships throughout January. This surge in port activity, starting with the Norwegian Bliss on New Year's Day and promising three double and two triple arrivals, reinforces the city's status as a premier destination on the Mexican Pacific.
The 2026 property tax season began with high spirits as Puerto Vallarta honored its first contributors. Dr. Claudio Rafael Vásquez Martínez led the way, continuing a 25-year tradition of civic duty. His early payment earned him a festive gift basket and helps fund vital projects that improve life for every resident.
Thousands gathered on the Malecón to ring in 2026 with a high-tech drone show and music by The Blaze. The Jalisco Style celebration united traditional mariachi with modern artistry, lighting up the sky and solidifying Puerto Vallarta as a premier destination for the New Year.
