Puerto Vallarta’s open-air cinema tradition returns as Movie + Picnic launches its twelfth season at the Jardín de Luna in the North Hotel Zone. Running from November 12, 2026, through May 27, 2027, the long-standing gathering transforms simple evenings into relaxed film nights under the night sky.
The cinema sets up screen and shop in the garden of the Puerto de Luna Hotel property, featuring screenings every Thursday alongside select Friday and Saturday nights.
Known locally as the area’s signature “petate cinema,” guests can customize their seating by renting options such as traditional woven mats, floor puffs, standard chairs, lounge seats, or plush blankets directly at the venue.
Film lovers can expect a varied lineup throughout the season that spans everything from animated family hits to box-office blockbusters. Most features play in English, while Spanish-language movies include English subtitles so everyone can follow along. Doors open at 7:00 pm following the 6:30 pm box office opening, and showtime begins promptly at 7:30 pm.
Tailoring the night to every budget is straightforward thanks to a flexible pricing scale:
General Admission: $70 MXN
All-Inclusive: $150 MXN
Hot Dog All-Inclusive: $230 MXN
Pizza All-Inclusive: $290 MXN
Mega All-Inclusive: $300 MXN
“Cuates” (Buddy) Package: $600 MXN
Moviegoers can purchase snacks and drinks from the venue’s concession stand, wander over to the adjacent Food Park PV for extra options, or bring their own picnic baskets from home. Four-legged family members are also welcome, as the event maintains a dog-friendly policy.
Complete schedule details and upcoming film announcements are available on the Movie Picnic PV Facebook page, by calling or messaging via WhatsApp, or by emailing moviepicnic(at)gmail.com.
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