Over 1,000 runners joined Puerto Vallarta’s first Carrera por la Niñez (Race for Children) on June 15, supporting the DIF System’s daycare centers. With categories for all ages - including kids, seniors, and pets - the event promoted health, unity, and care for the city’s youngest residents.
As sea turtle nesting season begins on the shores of Banderas Bay, Puerto Vallarta lifeguards are receiving special training to protect these endangered creatures. With expert guidance and hands-on practice, emergency teams are preparing to respond and safeguard marine life this summer.
Young leaders in Puerto Vallarta are making a real difference through the "Guardians of Good" project. Over 150 students have joined efforts to clean public spaces, the Cuale River and local beaches; support vulnerable groups, and spread joy - proving that service, empathy, and teamwork can uplift an entire community.
Puerto Vallarta will host the 67th Ariel Awards on September 20, 2025, celebrating the best of Mexican cinema. Honoring national talent and the city’s rich film history, the event will draw filmmakers, stars, and producers to this iconic coastal destination.
Puerto Vallarta is about to get a lot greener this June with the launch of the “Árboles de Plaza en Plaza" program. This new initiative, led by the Environmental Sustainability Directorate, aims to boost reforestation and environmental protection across the city by encouraging residents to adopt and plant ornamental trees.
Puerto Vallarta Airport has surpassed 3.2 million passengers in the first five months of 2025, with domestic tourism leading the way. A 14.4% rise in national travel highlights the destination’s growing popularity as the airport stays on track to exceed 4 million passengers this year.
Jalisco is stepping boldly into the future of tourism, announcing more than $1 billion in investments for 38 new hotel projects set to bring over 4,578 rooms to the state by 2028. Hyatt leads with a $295 million investment in three hotels in Puerto Vallarta.
Puerto Vallarta’s Historic Center is getting a fresh new look as the Jalisco Government and city officials launch a major renovation. With upgrades planned for iconic spots like Plaza de Armas and Cuale Island, the project aims to enrich the visitor experience.
Puerto Vallarta joined a national effort to eliminate plastic from Mexico’s coastlines by 2030. As one of five launch sites, on June 5th, the city rallied over 1,000 volunteers to clean five local beaches, showing its strong commitment to protecting the environment and coastal beauty.
Jalisco Governor Pablo Lemus responded to a U.S. security alert by clarifying that a reported kidnapping near Puerto Vallarta was actually extortion involving tourists who used a dating app. He urged visitors to avoid illegal activity and exercise caution when using apps to meet strangers.
