Puerto Vallarta

Elixir Mixology Bar is a bar in Puerto Vallarta. Located at Basilio Badillo 419, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

Elixir Mixology Bar

All Access Sports Bar is a bar in Puerto Vallarta. Located at Lázaro Cárdenas 175, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

All Access Sports Bar

CC Slaughters is a bar in Puerto Vallarta. Located at Lázaro Cárdenas 254, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

CC Slaughters

Paco's Ranch is a bar in Puerto Vallarta. Located at Ignacio L. Vallarta 278, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

Paco's Ranch

Reinas Bar is a bar in Puerto Vallarta. Located at Lázaro Cárdenas 361, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

Reinas Bar

Anonimo Bar is a bar in Puerto Vallarta. Located at C. Rodolfo Gómez 157, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

Anonimo Bar

Apache's Martini & Cocktail Bar is a bar in Puerto Vallarta. Located at Olas Altas 439, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

Apache's Martini & Cocktail Bar

Trendy gay bar with bright decor, offering frozen cocktails & other alcoholic drinks.

Blondies Loft and Slush Bar

Cocktails & beer poured in a bright, airy gay bar with outdoor tables & bamboo decor.

Mr. Flamingo

Los Amigos is a bar in Puerto Vallarta. Located at Calle, Venustiano Carranza S/N-C, Zona Romántica, Alta Vista, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

Los Amigos

La Cueva Cantina is a bar in Puerto Vallarta. Located at Manuel M. Dieguez 315C, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

La Cueva Cantina

Studs Bear Bar is a bar in Puerto Vallarta. Located at Basilio Badillo 283, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

Studs Bear Bar

Spartacus Sauna for Men is a sauna and bathhouse in Puerto Vallarta. Located at Lázaro Cárdenas 240, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

Spartacus Sauna for Men

Hip, adults-only gay lounge with cabanas by the pool, plus cocktails, snacks & live entertainment.

Mantamar Beach Club Bar & Sushi

Chic quarters in a hip hotel catering to gay men, plus modern dining, an outdoor pool & bay views.

Casa Cupula

Bright rooms & suites in a beachfront, gay-friendly hotel featuring a rooftop bar & pool.

Blue Chairs Beachfront Resort

Cassandra Shaw Jewelry is a shop in Puerto Vallarta. Located at Basilio Badillo 276, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

Cassandra Shaw Jewelry

Boutique SM Sex Shop is a shop in Puerto Vallarta. Located at Libertad 322-A, Centro, 48300 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

Boutique SM Sex Shop

Out & About Puerto Vallarta is a venue in Puerto Vallarta. Located at C. Bolivia 1631, Lázaro Cárdenas, 48330 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico.

Out & About Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta's LGBTQ+ community is centered in the Romantic Zone (Zona Romántica), with a vibrant queer tourism and local scene. Popular venues include La Noche, Reinas, and various queer-friendly establishments. Vallarta Pride is a major celebration, and the city hosts various queer events and cultural festivals throughout the year. Puerto Vallarta's beach location and international tourism create a unique queer community that values both relaxation and celebration.

The Olas Altas Farmers’ Market returns to Lázaro Cárdenas Park for its seventeenth season, featuring over 100 local producers. The open-air market offers fresh local produce, organic foods, international cuisine including vegan options, pet products, Mexican handicrafts, textiles, fashion, jewelry, and home décor. It operates every Saturday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, from November 1st through April 25th, on the esplanade of Lázaro Cárdenas Park in Puerto Vallarta.

Lazaro Cardenas Park

Olas Altas Farmers Market

Join us for the Cacao and Chocolate Festival on April 11, 2026, from 10:00 to 21:00. Enjoy a day dedicated to all things chocolate, featuring tastings, workshops, and vendors showcasing a variety of cacao delights.

Isla Cuale

Cacao and Chocolate Festival

The Weekend Artisan Market takes place every Saturday on Isla Cuale, featuring over a dozen local artisans selling handcrafted products such as jewelry, baked goods, herbal products, art, hand-rolled cigars, baskets, and more.

Weekend Artisan Market

Join us every Saturday at 10 AM for inclusive yoga sessions at the Vallarta Gay+ Community Center in Puerto Vallarta. Suitable for all levels, the class focuses on connecting with your body and mind through basic postures and alignment. No charge, donations welcome.

Vallarta Gay+ Community Center

Yoga Classes

The Cacao and Chocolate Festival is a two-day event taking place on April 11, 2026, at Isla Cuale in Puerto Vallarta. From 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, attendees can enjoy food and beverage tastings, chocolate and cacao workshops, lectures on cacao's history and cultural significance, and a marketplace featuring artisanal chocolates, cosmetics, and handmade products. The festival offers hands-on experiences such as artisanal chocolate-making workshops and guided tastings, with advance registration available through the official website. The event also includes a cacao tree drawing contest for local elementary students, with artwork displayed during the festival. Admission is free, making it a family-friendly celebration of flavor, culture, and tradition.

The Puerto Vallarta Writers Group meets every Saturday morning at Las Brazzas on the Isla Cuale from November to April. The next scheduled meeting is on April 11, 2026, starting at 10:30 AM.

Las Brazzas

Puerto Vallarta Writers Group Meetings

A vibrant drag brunch featuring The Cupula Dolls, hosted by Yaye Monroy.

Casa Cupula Pool Club

Big Gay Drag Brunch

Yaye Monroy

A vibrant drag brunch event hosted by Pelayo featuring performances by Mizz Peaches, Shamira, and Freyja Sense, with DJ J Zuart. Enjoy bottomless mimosas in a lively beach setting.

Púlpito 138, Zona Romántica

Drag Brunch Bottomless Mimosas

Pelayo

Experience the thrill of parasailing in Puerto Vallarta with a flight that starts from the beach, allowing you to soar higher and enjoy panoramic views of the city and surrounding region. The tour offers personalized attention and multiple flight times to fit your schedule. Book your tickets online to see Puerto Vallarta from a unique perspective.

Puerto Vallarta Parasailing Experience

A vibrant pool party event featuring DJ J ZUART and DJ MARCO DE COSS. Join us for a fun-filled day by the pool with music, drinks, and good vibes.

Pool Party at The Tryst

The Tryst Puerto Vallarta

Join the vibrant Carnaval celebration in Puerto Vallarta with dance, music, and colorful costumes.

Navigator of the Seas

Carnaval de Puerto Vallarta 2026

The 7th edition of the DJ’s Day Festival took place on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the Malecón Lighthouse in Puerto Vallarta. The event featured performances by 22 local and regional DJs, attracting hundreds of residents and visitors. It aimed to promote young local talent, encourage family-friendly social interaction, and serve as a positive recreational activity. The festival included a message of awareness about substance abuse prevention from a young rapper and honored veteran DJs such as Memo Zarr, Marco Rojas, Hoolio Kmacho, and Lupe Barragán. The event was organized by Diego Hurtado, Alonso Curiel, and Marco Rojas, with support from the Municipal Government, Youth Directorate, and Vallarta Institute of Culture.

7th Annual DJ’s Day Festival in Puerto Vallarta

Drag Brunch Top Sky Bar 2025 is a weekly event held every Sunday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Amapas 380 in Puerto Vallarta. Hosted by the TOP Queens Drag Show, it features unlimited mimosas, dazzling performances by drag queens, and offers access to Mantamar Beach Club with iconic views of Puerto Vallarta. The event costs 999 MXN per person (gratuity not included) and includes brunch and entertainment. Reservations can be made via OpenTable or Mantamar Resort's website.

The Top Sky Bar

Drag Brunch Top Sky Bar 2025

A lively drag brunch featuring contemporary cuisine with Mexican accents, hosted by Yaye Monroy and the Casa Cupula Dolls. The event includes high-energy drag performances, a full brunch menu, and optional bottomless mimosa packages. It takes place weekly on Sundays from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Pool Club at Casa Cupula, Callejon de la Igualdad 133, Puerto Vallarta.

Enjoy the world-famous Tryst Drag Brunch every Sunday at The Courtyard in Puerto Vallarta, featuring bottomless mimosas, a rotating cast of spectacular queens, and brunch fare in Zona Romantica. The event offers two seatings at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM, followed by a pool party at the rooftop with DJs and dancers. The event runs from April 12 to April 19 and April 26, 2026.

The Tryst Drag Brunch

A pool party event hosted by The Tryst, taking place on April 12, 2026, from 13:00 to 19:00. The event is likely held at The Tryst hotel in Toronto, offering a vibrant social atmosphere with poolside fun.

Sunday Pool Party The Tryst

Join the T Dance Pool Party at Casa Cupula in Puerto Vallarta on April 12, 2026, from 14:00 to 20:00. Enjoy a heated pool and jacuzzi, craft cocktails, full food menu, ocean views, and entertainment featuring DJ Jameson Rabbit and sexy Latin go-go dancers. Tickets are $22 USD presale or 400 MXN at the door. The event is held at the Pool Club located at Callejon de la Igualdad 133, Amapas.

Pool Club PV

T Dance Pool Party Pool Club PV

An LGBT clothing-optional pool party in Puerto Vallarta, hosted at Pool Club PV in Amapas, featuring sexy Latin go-go dancers, craft cocktails, delicious food, ocean views, heated pool and jacuzzi. The event is hosted by Jameson with music by DJ Yaver, lasting 8 hours from 12:00 to 20:00 on April 22, 2026. Tickets are $36 USD pre-sale and at the door, with an age restriction of 18 and over.

Welcome Atlantis NKD Pool Party 2026

An intimate dinner experience at Casa Cupula Bistro Gallery in Puerto Vallarta, scheduled for April 23rd, 2026, from 19:00 to 21:00. The event features a curated 3-course art-inspired dinner guided by Art Curator Christiam Castillo, blending visual art, refined flavors, wine culture, and soulful ambiance. Attendees can enjoy vegetarian and vegan options, a welcome drink, curated DJ vibes, and engage with Puerto Vallarta’s artistic community. The event is limited to approximately 40 diners, with tickets priced at 899 MXN (about 52 USD). It is designed for in-house guests and local and international art scene members.

Art & Dine – Art, Wine and Destiny

A fun Thursday event with no cover charge, hosted by Brian Peters aka Mama Tits, featuring Vallarta's best Gogos.

Thrifty Thursday - No Cover Day

A weekly pool party hosted by Alex Mora with Vallarta's best Gogos, featuring swimsuit optional fun.

NKD Pool Party - Fridays

A weekly Saturday pool party with Vallarta's best Gogos, hosted by Alex Mora.

NKD Pool Party - Saturdays

Mexico's largest folklore dance festival in Puerto Vallarta.

20th Vallarta Azteca International Festival

Mexican national holiday celebrating labor and workers.

Malecón

Labor Day in Mexico

The event takes place in Puerto Vallarta on May 1 and 2, 2026, featuring elite downhill mountain bikers from around the world. The competition includes a speed trial from the highlands to the city’s iconic boardwalk, with a track winding through narrow alleys, staircases, and landmarks. Designed by international specialists, the race showcases high speeds, jumps, and obstacles, blending urban scenery with extreme sports. Expected attendance is around 20,000 spectators, and the event is broadcasted via major networks such as ESPN, Fox, Disney+, and others. Participants include renowned riders like Rémy Métailler, Kilian Bron, Jhony Salido, and Bienvenido Aguado. Activities start on May 1 with practice sessions, culminating in the main race and a 'Best Trick' showcase on May 2.

Adrenaline Rush: Downhill Puerto Vallarta

An annual celebration featuring a week of parties, parades, concerts, and cultural activities celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.

Puerto Vallarta Pride 2026

A Sunday afternoon pool party at Pool Club PV in Puerto Vallarta, featuring clothing-optional swimming, gogo dancers, craft cocktails, delicious food, ocean views, heated pool and jacuzzi, with DJ sets by Sam The Tattoo Puppy, Dj Ajax Pup, and Memo Pearls. The event runs from 3 pm to 8 pm on May 3, 2026, with no cover charge.

T-DANCE Puppy Pool Party

A pride event celebrating LGBTQ+ community with music, costumes, and festivities at Casa Cupula.

VALLARTA PRIDE 2026

Join us for a festive celebration of Cinco de Mayo with traditional music, dance, and food. Family-friendly event with activities for all ages.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration

An immersive week-long celebration in Puerto Vallarta honoring Mexican culture, diversity, and LGBTQ+ pride. The event features themed nights, performances, DJs, and various Pride activities at STUDS Bear Bar. Highlights include a presale VIP experience with exclusive merchandise, parade participation, and all-access event entry. The celebration emphasizes pride, tradition, and community strength.

STUDS Pride 2026: Viva México, Viva el Orgullo

A community celebration of Mexican Pride called Vallarta Pride 2026.

The Vallarta Pride 2026 event features a Pride Parade starting at 4:00 PM on May 21, 2026, along the Malecón, celebrating love, colors, music, and Mexican pride. Additionally, there is a Pet Parade scheduled for May 18, 2026, at 6 PM at Parque Lázaro Cárdenas, where pets dressed in Mexican-themed outfits are showcased with love and pride.

STUDS Bear & Leather Bar

Vallarta Pride 2026: Official Schedule & Events

Studs Bear & Leather Bar

A fun parade where pets dress up in Mexican-themed outfits, celebrating pride with their owners.

Parque Lázaro Cárdenas

PET PARADE

Red Gala

Join us for the Big Gay Drag Brunch at Pool Club PV, held every Sunday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Casa Cupula in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy a fabulous buffet featuring Mexican and American favorites, along with a lively drag show starring the Cupula Dolls. Tickets include buffet access and one mimosa per guest. The event offers a glamorous, fun-filled experience with performances, comedy, and over-the-top production, making it a highlight of the weekend.

Big Gay Drag Brunch at Pool Club PV

Vallarta Pride 2026 takes place from May 17 to May 24, 2026, with the theme 'La Nueva Era: Un Pride Muy Mexicano.' The festival features a variety of community events, including the Pet Parade on May 18 at Lazaro Cardenas Park, the Pride Parade and Block Party on May 21, starting at Sheraton Buganvilias and on Lázaro Cárdenas Street, respectively, and the Raíces con Orgullo fashion show and market on May 23. Major ticketed events include the STUDS Leather & Gear festival at Basilio Badillo 283, Bearadise Beach & Pool Takeovers, Industry LGBTQ+ Club festival at Lázaro Cárdenas 258, the Pool Club at Casa Cupula, Mantamar Beach Club's pool parties at Malecón 169, and the Pride 2026 events at various venues. The schedule also highlights the Pet Parade, Pride Parade, and other celebrations, with specific times and locations provided.

Vallarta Pride 2026 Official Schedule & Events

A free LGBT clothing-optional pool party at Pool Club PV in Puerto Vallarta, celebrating Vallarta Pride 2026. The event features Latin go-go dancers, craft cocktails, delicious food, ocean views, a heated pool, and jacuzzi. It runs from 2 pm to 8 pm on May 20, 2026, with beats by DJ Angel. Open to everyone over 18, with no cover charge.

Vallarta Pride Week Pool Party

Colores, amor, música y pura alegría. UN PRIDE MUY MEXICANO TE ESPERA!

Vallarta Adventures

El Desfile del Orgullo 2026

A colorful pride parade celebrating love, music, and Mexican culture.

The Puerto Vallarta Pride Parade is scheduled to take place on May 20, 2026, from 16:00 to 20:00. The event celebrates LGBTQ+ pride with a vibrant parade through Puerto Vallarta, showcasing the diverse and inclusive community of the area.

Puerto Vallarta Pride Parade

Celebrate love, pride, and good vibes at the Industry Vallarta Pride Festival 2026, a multi-day in-person event taking place from May 20 to May 24, 2026, at Lázaro Cárdenas 258 in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco. The festival features various activities and festivities over 3 days and 5 hours, organized by Industry Night Club.

Industry Night Club

Industry Vallarta Pride 2026

El Pride más Mexicano - Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride with vibrant events and festivities in Puerto Vallarta.

PRIDE Puerto Vallarta 2026

Celebrate Pride week in Puerto Vallarta at Mantamar Beach Club from May 21 to May 25, 2026. The event features a series of beachfront celebrations including international DJs, daytime and sunset parties, and energetic nights by the ocean. It brings together a diverse, global crowd in one of Vallarta's most iconic beachfront settings, offering music, community, and festivities throughout the week.

Vallarta Pride 2026 at Mantamar Beach Club

Join the Vallarta Pride event at Mantamar Beach Club on May 21, 2026, starting at 11:00 AM. The event features a lively celebration with music, entertainment, and community activities to celebrate LGBTQ+ pride in Puerto Vallarta.

Mantamar Beach Club

Vallarta Pride 2026

BLOCK PARTY Presents Jhonny Caz, ambassador of Vallarta Pride 2026. Prepare for a night full of music, talent, and the energy that makes this event unique. One of the most iconic parties of Vallarta Pride awaits you.

Calle Lázaro Cárdenas

Block Party with Jhonny Caz

Vallarta Pride Volleyball Tournament

Artistas invitados, talento Vallartense y la magia que hace este evento único. Una de las fiesta más icónicas del Pride 2026, no te la puedes perder.

BLOCK PARTY 2026 - México Lindo y Querido

A lively pride party featuring guest artists and local talent at Calle Lázaro Cárdenas.

A luxury sunset cruise offering a gay-friendly experience along Puerto Vallarta's coast.

Vallarta Yacht Rentals

Puerto Vallarta - Gay Luxury Sunset Cruise

Puerto Vallarta Pride 2026 is a vibrant celebration dedicated to the LGBTQ+ community in the beautiful resort city of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. This week-long event, typically held towards the end of May or early June, features a variety of activities including parades, parties, concerts, and cultural events. The festivities kick off with a Pride parade that winds through the streets, culminating at the Malecón boardwalk. Throughout the week, attendees can enjoy art exhibitions, film screenings, and captivating drag performances, with local bars and restaurants hosting special events. In addition to celebrating diversity, Puerto Vallarta Pride also promotes unity within the LGBTQ+ community and advocates for rights and inclusivity, featuring guest speakers and informative sessions.

Puerto Vallarta Pride 2026 is a week-long celebration supporting LGBTQ+ community and advocating for equality. The event features a vibrant Pride parade through the streets culminating at the Malecón boardwalk, along with art exhibitions, film screenings, drag performances, parties, concerts, and cultural activities. It also includes guest speakers, educational sessions on LGBTQ+ rights, and opportunities to connect with local organizations. The festivities aim to foster unity, celebrate diversity, and promote inclusivity in the beautiful resort city of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

An LGBT clothing-optional pool party hosted at Casa Cupula in Puerto Vallarta, part of Vallarta Pride 2026 celebrations. The event features sexy Latin go-go dancers, craft cocktails, delicious food, ocean views, heated pool, and jacuzzi. Hosted by Alan with music by DJ Jammeson Rabbit, it runs from 2 pm to 8 pm on Saturday, May 23, 2026. Tickets are $40 USD pre-sale and at the door, with the first 100 tier tickets available at 650 MXN.

NKD Pool Party - Vallarta Pride 2026

A pool party offering half-price day access every Friday at Casa Cupula.

NKD Pool Party -1/2 Price Day Access

Puerto Vallarta Pride 2026 is a week-long celebration in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, taking place from May 23 to May 30, 2026. The event features a variety of activities including a Pride parade through the city streets ending at the Malecón boardwalk, along with art exhibitions, film screenings, drag performances, parties, concerts, and cultural events. It aims to celebrate LGBTQ+ diversity, foster community unity, and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. The festivities also include guest speakers, educational sessions, and opportunities to connect with LGBTQ+ organizations. Many local venues participate by hosting special events, making Puerto Vallarta a vibrant destination for Pride celebrations.

Celebration of LGBTQ+ pride with a 3K & 6K race, featuring vibrant colors and festivities.

Vallarta Pride 2025

PRIDE 2026 at Studs Bear Bar in Puerto Vallarta is a week-long celebration honoring Mexican culture, diversity, and LGBTQ+ pride. The event features themed nights, performances, DJs, and various Pride activities. It includes a presale VIP experience with exclusive perks, and aims to promote pride through colorful and traditional expressions. The celebration takes place at Studs Bear Bar, located at Basilio Badillo 283, Zoma Romantica, Puerto Vallarta.

PRIDE 2026 Celebration

Annual Pride Parade celebrating LGBTQ+ pride with colorful floats, performances, and community gathering.

Pride Parade Puerto Vallarta 2025

Join us for the vibrant celebration of Mexico City Pride 2026, a festival dedicated to LGBTQ+ pride and rights. This event promises a day filled with colorful parades, performances, and community engagement, showcasing the diversity and spirit of the LGBTQ+ community in Mexico City.

Mexico City Pride 2026

Join the vibrant Pride parade celebrating LGBTQ+ rights and community with colorful floats, music, and festivities.

Pride Parade and Celebration

An event scheduled for July 15, 2026, from 18:00 to 23:59, celebrating summer with festivities at Casa Vallarta in Toronto.

Casa Vallarta Summer Bash

DJ Yaver, Gogo's & Live Show at Fetish Night.

Fetish Night at Studs

Join the Puerto Vallarta Art Walk on July 20, 2026, from 19:00 to 22:00 for an evening of exploring local art. The event offers an opportunity to experience the vibrant art scene of Puerto Vallarta, with various galleries and artists showcasing their work. Participants can enjoy a cultural evening filled with art exhibitions, live demonstrations, and community engagement.

Puerto Vallarta Art Walk

Join us for a fun-filled evening of disco music and dancing!

Disco Night

Event at Studs Bear & Leather Bar featuring DJ & Gogo's, with special performances by Tia Gloria and DJ Santih. Free shots included.

Queer City Guides for Puerto Vallarta

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