Puerto Vallarta Events, Shows, Live Music, and More

Sun, Apr 5
9:00 AM
Hacienda San Angel
DEAL OF THE DAYHAPPENING NOW!

Sunday Prime Rib Brunch
  • Details: Join us for an unforgettable Sunday morning brunch experience while the breathtaking views and violin serenade transport you to a world of elegance and charm.

Sun, Apr 5
12:30 PM

Whale and Dolphin Watching With a Biologist
  • Details: You'll see humpback whales up close, as well as dolphins, turtles, and giant mantas in their natural environment and participate in a research project to protect them.

Sun, Apr 5
5:00 PM
The Palm Cabaret & Bar

ABBA: The Concert Show
  • Details: Welcome to the Tribute to ABBA event! Get ready to dance and sing along to all your favorite ABBA hits in a night filled with nostalgia and fun.

Sun, Apr 5
5:00 PM
Coco Cabaret
FEATURED

Prima Petra V Element: Fundraiser Fashion Show
  • Details: Prima Petra V Element is a Puerto Vallarta fundraiser fashion show with themed runways, live performances, and a charity auction benefiting EDIN A.C. and its programs for children and youth with Down syndrome.

Sun, Apr 5
5:00 PM
Frida Un Bar y Restaurante

Easter Sunday Prime Rib by Roger
  • Details: Enjoy Prime Rib by Roger of Alaska's Diner fame this Sunday at Bar Frida y Restaurante — reservation-only seatings at 5 & 7 PM

Sun, Apr 5
7:00 PM
The Palm Cabaret & Bar

Tina: A Tribute By Diana Villamonte
  • Details: Electrifying tribute artist Diana Villamonte channels the voice, style, and unstoppable energy of Tina Turner in a powerful, high-octane performance honoring the Queen of Rock’s legendary legacy.

Sun, Apr 5
8:00 PM
Garbo Piano Bar

Sargento Broadway Sing-Along!
  • Details: Sing along to your favorite Broadway hits every Sunday at 8 PM with Sargento Dan. A fun, interactive night of show tunes and live entertainment.

Sun, Apr 5
9:00 PM
Coco Cabaret

Madonna Tribute Concert
  • Details: Live vocals, original music, and choreography to tell the story of the brilliant career of the singer who remains a global pop icon.

Sun, Apr 5
9:00 PM
The Palm Cabaret & Bar

Tynomi Banks: Solid Gold
  • Details: She’s Back , Still Black , Always Beautiful, Banks still owns that stage.Tynomi Banks is an International, world-class Drag Entertainer.

Mon, Apr 6
10:30 AM
Mariposario Jardin Magico
FEATURED

Butterfly Sanctuary Guided Tour
  • Details: A small-group guided tour to explore lush subtropical habitats, learn about butterfly life cycles, and release newly hatched butterflies in Banderas Bay.

Mon, Apr 6
11:00 AM

Award-Winning Downtown Vallarta Food Tour
  • Details: Explore Puerto Vallarta’s flavors on a half-day walking food tour, available most days, with tastings at 8–9 spots and expert local insights.

Mon, Apr 6
6:30 PM
Vallarta Gay+ Community Center

Salsa Lessons
  • Details: Free salsa lessons every Monday at the Vallarta Gay+ Community Center. No partner or experience needed. Dance, connect, and enjoy a fun, welcoming community.

Tue, Apr 7
9:00 AM
Langostinos Restaurant & Bar

It’s Coffee Time! With Democrats Abroad
  • Details: Join our monthly Coffee Time at Langostinos in Zona Romántica for local updates, TAKE ACTION news, voter info, and community connection—9–11 a.m. at Playa de los Muertos.

Tue, Apr 7
12:00 PM
FEATURED

ATV and RZR Jorullo Bridge Experience
  • Details: Whip down Jorullo Bridge, the longest suspension bridge in Latin America, on your own rugged ATV or RZR vehicle during this half-day excursion.

Tue, Apr 7
1:30 PM
Teatro Vallarta

Mayahuel Show and Tequila Tasting
  • Details: Embark on a journey through time while witnessing a captivating pre-Hispanic spectacle. Discover the never-before-told story of the Maguey goddess Mayahuel.

Tue, Apr 7
4:00 PM
PV T Dance (The Top Sky Bar)
FEATURED

PV T Dance
  • Details: Tuesdays & Thursdays 4–7 PM! Ages 18–80 welcome. Dance, connect, support Puerto Vallarta charities beachside.

Tue, Apr 7
6:00 PM
Galleria Dante

Gay + Mixer – Galeria Dante
  • Details: Free Gay Mixer—meet new friends, expand your network, and enjoy a fun, welcoming evening with name tags provided.

Tue, Apr 7
6:30 PM
Vallarta Gay+ Community Center

Drawing Lessons for Beginners
  • Details: Give life to your creativity! Join our beginner-friendly drawing class every Tuesday at VGCC. No experience needed, just the desire to express yourself.

Wed, Apr 8
9:30 AM

Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
  • Details: Create your own personalized itinerary for sightseeing on a hop-on hop-off bus tour. Includes tequila tasting, a lounger on Mangos Beach, and entry to a chocolate factory.

Wed, Apr 8
11:00 AM

Award-Winning Downtown Vallarta Food Tour
  • Details: Explore Puerto Vallarta’s flavors on a half-day walking food tour, available most days, with tastings at 8–9 spots and expert local insights.

Wed, Apr 8
5:00 PM
The Palm Cabaret & Bar
FEATURED

Flashback Fever
  • Details: Step back in time with hits from Grease, Dirty Dancing, Footloose and Saturday Night Fever, performed by Monaco Band, Gina Ibarra & Ale Matus. A fun, nostalgic night you won’t want to miss!

Wed, Apr 8
5:00 PM
Coco Cabaret
FEATURED

Starman: A David Bowie Tribute
  • Details: STARMAN explores David Bowie’s themes of time and the human condition through striking visuals, narration, and live music, taking us on a journey through space and time that ends with hope.

Wed, Apr 8
6:30 PM
La Catrina Cantina

Open Mic With Luis Villanueva
  • Details: Luis Villanueva, one of Vallarta's finest voices, will entertain you with his soulful voice and charismatic charm. Come sing at the Open Mic.

Wed, Apr 8
7:30 PM
La Casa del Jardin Yoga
FEATURED

FlowQi | Inner Garden Dance
  • Details: Put on the headphones, close your eyes, and let the music guide your body into a freeing, immersive journey of intuitive movement and presence.

Wed, Apr 8
8:00 PM
La Catrina Cantina
FEATURED

Angeloo – Musical Prodigy
  • Details: "Music prodigy in the making" , see and hear the birth of a star, performing Mozart, Whitney Houston, Etta James, Lady Gaga, Jackson 5, Adele, and Luis Miguel.

Wed, Apr 8
8:30 PM
La Catrina Cantina

Divas Night By: Mara Campas & Maria Pacheco
  • Details: Open Mic Night at La Catrina Cantina—everyone welcome! Sing or enjoy performances by Mara Campas and María Pacheco. Artists with shows receive a free cocktail.

Wed, Apr 8
9:00 PM
Coco Cabaret

Tina Burner – Boob Tube
  • Details: Tina Burner, award-winning drag entertainer, comedian, and singer from NYC nightlife, tours globally with her hit show BoobTube, after acclaim on RuPaul’s Drag Race.

Wed, Apr 8
9:00 PM
The Palm Cabaret & Bar

Selena Tribute: Como La Flor
  • Details: Celebrate Selena Quintanilla in a heartfelt tribute featuring singer Losanna, dancers, and iconic songs—live at The Palm Cabaret.

Wed, Apr 8
10:00 PM
Garbo Piano Bar

Sargento Broadway Sing-Along!
  • Details: Sing along to your favorite Broadway hits every Wednesday at 10 PM with Sargento Dan. A fun, interactive night of show tunes and live entertainment.

Thu, Apr 9
11:00 AM
Puerto Vallarta

Vote From Abroad Center Puerto Vallarta
  • Details: Please make your plans to vote ASAP. You can vote from outside the U.S. if you are registered and request your ballot.

Thu, Apr 9
11:30 AM

Canopy Zipline Adventure
  • Details: This tour guides you through 11 different ziplines that vary in length, speed, and scenery, to give you the best birds-eye views of the sprawling rainforest.

Thu, Apr 9
12:30 PM

Whale and Dolphin Watching With a Biologist
  • Details: You'll see humpback whales up close, as well as dolphins, turtles, and giant mantas in their natural environment and participate in a research project to protect them.

Thu, Apr 9
4:00 PM
PV T Dance (The Top Sky Bar)
FEATURED

PV T Dance
  • Details: Tuesdays & Thursdays 4–7 PM! Ages 18–80 welcome. Dance, connect, support Puerto Vallarta charities beachside.

Thu, Apr 9
5:00 PM
La Catrina Cantina

R&B and Soul: Line Dancing
  • Details: Join Cherese & Depris as they co-lead the line dancing session you didn’t know you needed! From the Electric Slide to the Wobble and everything in between

Thu, Apr 9
5:00 PM
Coco Cabaret
FEATURED

Kimberly LaRue’s Follies: Velvet Tropicana
  • Details: Follies: Velvet Tropicana brings Broadway glamour to Puerto Vallarta with sultry vocals, provocative choreography, and tropical heat in a daring new revue.

Thu, Apr 9
5:30 PM
La Catrina Cantina

Soulful Mixer
  • Details: These melodies will blend the best of soul, R&B, and funk, creating a magical experience that will keep you dancing non-stop.

Thu, Apr 9
5:30 PM
Vallarta Yacht Rentals

Gay Luxury Sunset Cruise
  • Details: Luxurious 3-hour gay sunset cruise aboard 48-foot yacht Escándalo with premium open bar, hors d’oeuvres, stunning bay views, and lively mingling.

Thu, Apr 9
6:00 PM
Marina Vallarta Boardwalk

Art & Market, Marina Vallarta
  • Details: Explore Puerto Vallarta’s Art & Market Marina Vallarta, a vibrant Thursday night market with 200+ local vendors, food, crafts, spirits, and live music.

Thu, Apr 9
7:00 PM
Coco Cabaret

Hedda Lettuce: Dressing on the Side
  • Details: Experience Hedda Lettuce’s new show Dressing on the Side at Coco Cabaret—an outrageous mix of drag, comedy, live singing, dancing, and pure glamour.

Thu, Apr 9
7:00 PM
The Palm Cabaret & Bar

The Rat Pack Show
  • Details: Step back into a magical era of music as four of Vallarta’s most talented leading men celebrate the timeless hits of Sammy Davis Jr., Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, and Dean Martin in this fabulous limited-run show.

Thu, Apr 9
8:30 PM
La Catrina Cantina

Kim Archer: Motown, Blues and Funk… At Soul Night!
  • Details: Kim Archer presents 2.0, a high-energy new show packed with soul and unforgettable vibes. Experience the best of Motown, Blues & Funk delivered with powerful vocals and magnetic stage presence.

Thu, Apr 9
9:00 PM
The Palm Cabaret & Bar

Beyoncé – Tribute Concert
  • Details: A show full of slick original choreography, jaw dropping vocal ability, phenomenal costume changes. The next best thing to Beyoncé herself! Starring Cecille!

Thu, Apr 9
9:00 PM
Coco Cabaret

P!nk: Tribute Concert Experience
  • Details: A high-energy tribute celebrating Pink's empowering anthems, dynamic performances, and unforgettable hits in Puerto Vallarta.

Puerto Vallarta, known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, and lively arts scene, offers a diverse array of activities and entertainment year-round. Whether you’re a resident or a visitor, there’s always something exciting happening in this coastal paradise. From bustling music venues to LGBTQ+ friendly events, here’s a look at what Puerto Vallarta has to offer.

Live Music and Shows

For music lovers, Puerto Vallarta’s entertainment scene is rich and varied. Many local and international artists perform live, ranging from jazz and rock to traditional Mexican and country music. Shows in Puerto Vallarta are not just limited to music; they often include theatrical productions, comedy shows, and cabaret acts, making for a well-rounded night out on the town.

Events for Everyone

Our Puerto Vallarta Calendar is packed with events for all interests. Cultural festivals, art exhibitions, and seasonal events provide unique experiences that appeal to both locals and visitors. Many visitors plan their trips around popular Puerto Vallarta events, such as Día de los Muertos celebrations, the annual Gourmet Festival, and Vallarta Pride, which showcases the city’s vibrant LGBTQ+ community.

Your Go-To Guide: Vallarta Calendar

To stay updated on everything happening in Puerto Vallarta, the Vallarta Calendar is an essential resource. It provides daily listings of activities, shows, and special events, making it easier than ever to plan your itinerary. From live music performances to holiday festivities and art shows, Vallarta Calendar ensures you won’t miss a beat in this bustling city.

Whether you’re seeking adventure, relaxation, or a vibrant nightlife, Puerto Vallarta has something to offer everyone.

Vallarta Calendar shares information submitted by businesses and venues. Event organizers are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of details, including any cancellations or reschedules. If you notice any inaccuracies, please contact us.