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A Culinary Adventure Through Mascota and Talpa de Allende

A Culinary Adventure Through Mascota and Talpa de Allende

Ventura Chef Services invites travelers to step beyond the familiar and into the heart of Mexico with a two-day culinary and cultural experience rooted in family, tradition, and regional flavor. Led by Chef Roman Ventura, a native of the mountain town of Mascota, this immersive journey offers guests a rare opportunity to explore two of Jalisco’s most captivating Pueblos Mágicos—Mascota and Talpa de Allende—through the lens of food, history, and community.

Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta

Gouda Gabor's Come Blow Your Horn (Open Mic)

Gouda Gabor's Come Blow Your Horn (Open Mic)

🗓️ Tuesday, December 23, 7:30 PM
📍 Nacho Daddy

Every Tuesday, we welcome talented amateurs, visiting karaoke queens, and musicians of all kinds to take the stage — or you can just sit back and enjoy the parade of Vallarta headliners who drop by to promote their shows. There’s no cover, and you can enjoy great food and drinks while the stars come out every Tuesday night at Nacho Daddy.
Christmas Dinner in Puerto Vallarta

Christmas Dinner in
Puerto Vallarta

🗓️ Wednesday, December 24
Christmas Dinner in Puerto Vallarta is a culinary delight, offering something for every palate. Many restaurants across the city craft special holiday menus, blending traditional Mexican flavors with international favorites. Popular dining options for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day include Bar Frida y Restaurante, El Rey Bar & Grill PV, Flavors of Swell, Oscar’s, Qulture, and The Tryst.
"Sea of Gifts" Christmas Festival in Puerto Vallarta

"Sea of Gifts"
Christmas Festival

🗓️ Thursday, December 25, 6PM
Today’s lineup for Puerto Vallarta's Christmas festival includes DJs at Los Muertos Pier, carols at Los Arcos del Malecón, Duo Ixchel performing at Lázaro Cárdenas Park, and a festive Christmas show at Hidalgo Park. The festival continues through January 1.
Oy Vey in a Manger (Dragapella! ft. The Kinsey Sicks)

Oy Vey in a Manger (Dragapella! ft. The Kinsey Sicks)

🗓️ Friday, December 26, 7 PM
📍 Act2PV Theater
In Oy Vey in a Manger, we find Angel, Winnie, Trixie, and Trampolina trying to sell off their manger – yes, that manger – before it’s foreclosed upon. Crises arise, secrets are revealed, Jewish-Gentile tensions surface, and mayhem ensues – all in glorious four-part harmony.
Salsa Night! Trio de Tres

Salsa Night! Trio de Tres

🗓️ Saturday, December 27, 10 PM
📍 La Catrina Cantina

Get ready for a night that will light up your soul with Nacho Granados, Nohelia Palomares and Alfredo Mendoza! These talented artists will make you move to their explosive mix of salsa, merengue, cumbia, reggaeton, and even some songs you request. If you're looking for an unforgettable night, this is your chance. Come to have fun and dance the night away. No cover!
Tribute to Adele (Gloria Fiona with Live Band)

Tribute to Adele
(Gloria Fiona with Live Band)

🗓️ Sunday, December 28, 5 PM
📍 The Palm Cabaret & Bar

Let yourself be carried away by the voice that has defined a generation in a unique show inspired by Adele. Nine musicians take the stage for an elegant, emotional, and laughter-filled evening, celebrating life, love, and the art of growing. A show that blends deep emotions with playful humor, reflecting how growing up can also be fun, powerful, and profoundly moving.
CelloVoci: Night Divine

CelloVoci: Night Divine

🗓️ Monday, December 29, 8 PM
📍 Teatro Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta’s beloved trio Effie Passero and Branden & James present a dazzling two-part concert with cherished holiday classics like “O Holy Night,” followed by an electrifying new-year celebration featuring music by Coldplay, Adele, Moulin Rouge, Rent, and more, hosted by Sutton Lee Seymour with a live band under the musical direction of Mark Hartman.
Amy Armstrong is a powerhouse vocalist and comedian blending music, comedy, and storytelling. From Detroit to Chicago to Puerto Vallarta, she’s a beloved LGBTQ+ ally and entertainer with decades of performances worldwide, known for her resilience, humor, and unforgettable stage presence.

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