SEAPAL Vallarta will conduct its first major pipe cleaning of 2026 starting at 10:00 pm this Thursday, February 19. The maintenance will cause water outages or low pressure for 150 neighborhoods and the Hotel Zone until service recovers on Friday evening.
Puerto Vallarta is strengthening its tourism sector ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with the launch of “Avanzamos por México,” a national program led by the Federal Ministry of Tourism and BBVA. The initiative will modernize local businesses through digital tools, financing, and expanded promotion.
The heart of downtown Puerto Vallarta underwent a stunning transformation this weekend as the Plaza de Armas evolved into an expansive open-air gallery for the 18th annual Madonnari Festival. More than 150 artists of all ages gathered to turn the plaza's concrete walkways into a kaleidoscope of temporary masterpieces.
Puerto Vallarta will host the Medio Maratón Turístico 21K on Sunday, February 15, with races for all ages and skill levels. Partial road closures will be in effect along Francisco Medina Ascencio from 2:00 am to 11:00 am as hundreds of runners take to the city’s main tourist corridor.
Banderas Bay is currently hosting a record-breaking number of humpback whales, with sightings doubling the usual seasonal average. Despite warmer waters, researchers have documented up to 100 whales at once, creating an incredible opportunity for visitors to witness these majestic animals in the wild.
Leaked documents reveal a detailed proposal for the El Salado Metropolitan Stadium in Puerto Vallarta. The 1.3-billion-peso project, backed by state and local leaders, features a 15,000-seat venue and an integrated hotel, aiming to transform the region into a premier hub for international events.
Puerto Vallarta International Airport started the year with steady growth, welcoming more than 731,000 passengers in January, a 2.6% increase over the same month in 2025. Higher domestic travel and renewed international demand helped secure its spot as the second-busiest GAP airport in Mexico.
Puerto Vallarta is set to improve public transportation with 68 new buses arriving next month. The additions will expand the UnibusPV fleet, respond to long-standing service concerns, and strengthen mobility along major routes, supporting a cleaner, more efficient system for residents and visitors.
Families in Llanitos, Ixtapa, are celebrating the opening of the newly paved Francisco I. Madero Street, a long-awaited upgrade that improves safety and access. Residents say the project will ease travel for residents year-round, especially during the rainy season.
Puerto Vallarta is advancing plans for a new state Civil Protection and Fire Department headquarters near the International Airport. The strategic location will improve emergency response citywide, strengthen coordination with Bahía de Banderas, and enhance safety for local families.
