Puerto Vallarta has added four new collection trucks to its municipal fleet using federal Zofemat funds. This expansion increases the city’s total capacity to 36 vehicles, ensuring more reliable service and faster response times for residents across all local communities.
Puerto Vallarta will host the second annual Race for Children on May 31 to benefit the Comprehensive Care Program for People with Disabilities. Participants of all ages can run or walk 2k or 5k routes to help provide essential mobility equipment for local youth.
Puerto Vallarta has expanded its community resources with the opening of the Enchanted TukiBosque in San Miguel and the launch of a Mobile Veterinary Unit. These projects transform public spaces into family hubs while bringing free medical services for pets directly to neighborhoods across the city.
FishingBooker, the world’s largest platform for booking fishing trips, has officially announced the winners of the 2026 Angler’s Choice Award. Three captains in Puerto Vallarta and Sayulita have been recognized for their exceptional service and reliability in one of Mexico's most competitive maritime markets.
The 7th Puerto Vallarta Marathon returns Sunday, April 19, bringing more than 3,000 runners from 24 countries to the city’s streets. Races begin at 5:30 am at the Malecón Arches, with temporary road closures in place. Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra travel time.
After 18 years without a home, Gonzalo Urzúa was reunited with his family through Puerto Vallarta DIF’s Comedores Dignos program. The initiative not only provides hot meals, but also guidance and support services that help people experiencing homelessness rebuild connections and improve their lives.
Puerto Vallarta’s Naval History Museum will host its 4th Museum Night on April 25, commemorating the arrival of the schooner Iguala, Mexico’s first naval warship. Families can enjoy workshops, performances, and interactive exhibits celebrating maritime history.
Puerto Vallarta closed the Easter holiday period with solid tourism performance, reporting hotel occupancy rates between 75% and 80% during the final week, surpassing the national average. Visitor activity remained steady across beaches, hotels, and restaurants, supporting local businesses.
Preventive dredging and canal cleaning are underway across Puerto Vallarta as crews prepare for the rainy season. Work at key drainage points aims to improve water flow, reduce flood risks, and protect homes and roads in neighborhoods throughout the municipality.
SEAPAL Vallarta has presented a proposed 900-million-peso water intake project to the Jalisco government aimed at strengthening long-term supply. The multi-phase plan would increase production capacity and help meet growing demand, ensuring reliable drinking water for decades to come.
