By the time Susan Jeremy was shown the door for the first time, she was only 16 years old. The job was Arthur Treacher’s Fish...
Around Town
Around Town is your daily dose of what’s happening in Puerto Vallarta, featuring updates, insights, and highlights from across the city. One key component of this section is From Here, a column written by Marcia Blondin. A Canadian expat and longtime Vallarta resident of over 35 years, Marcia brings a passionate and personal perspective to her writing. Whether she’s attending a new show, interviewing performers, or simply exploring the vibrant streets she loves, Marcia captures the energy, heart, and soul of Vallarta in every post.
Around Town is more than just a personal column—it’s your go-to guide for discovering the very best of Vallarta, from live entertainment to standout restaurants. Whether you’re in the mood for an intimate acoustic set, a dazzling cabaret show, or a memorable meal at one of the city’s top dining spots, you’ll find insider tips on what to see, where to go, and who’s making it all happen. The column highlights not just the events and venues, but the people behind them—the musicians, actors, chefs, and creatives who bring Puerto Vallarta to life every day.
Around Town keeps you in the loop so you never miss a beat. Whether you’re a local looking for new inspiration or a visitor hoping to dive into the city’s vibrant arts and culture, this is your starting point for discovering all that Vallarta has to offer. Stay connected, stay inspired, and let us lead you to the magic of Puerto Vallarta.
Full of Love – Branden & James
They got married here on the beach in Vallarta eight years ago, and the city has captured their combined hearts, becoming one of their favorite...
Puppies and Sargento on Parade
The First Annual Puppy Love Pet Parade took place yesterday at Parque Lazaro Cardenas. Thanks go to organizer Jeff Wilkie, a load of volunteers, sponsors,...
So Many Men – So Little Time
Between Mr Vallarta’s 12 contestants and the Gay Mixer at Studs, and my two lovely dates for the Botanical Garden for lunch yesterday, I am...
Rhode Island + North Carolina = Puerto Vallarta!
Robert Ryan was born in Rhode Island a while back, and Mary Porter in North Carolina, also some time ago. Their biggest connection to one...
My Kind of Town, Chicago is
So, if you don’t play Scrabble for 11 weeks in a row, what do you get? A blockbuster, that’s what. Instead of playing Scrabble, Sharon...
A Night Where Broadway, Symphony, and Soul Rise for a Cause
Puerto Vallarta is no stranger to live music, but on Sunday, February 22, the city will witness something truly extraordinary. International headliner and former Broadway...
On Being Lazy
It is so lovely to be (semi-) retired; it has been six weeks since the last issue of Vallarta Mirror was published. Perhaps this month...
We Be Scrabblin
At 12:30 sharp today, we begin our Scrabble Tournament, the first one of the year. January’s tourney drew no takers, so we just played regular...
Pretty in Pink
Fuchsia was Yvonne Kalman’s favorite color, so when invitations to her Celebration of Life dinner were sent out, it was requested that attendees wear pink,...
Back-to-Back Blockbusters
The year-long wait for Jordon Carnegie‘s return to The Palm Cabaret in ”Hedwig and the Angry Inch’‘ is over. A packed house – overpacked, actually...
A Variety of Dreamboys
I wasn’t sure who the dreamboys in question were: the dancers from Kim LaRue’s Follies or the singers Seth Sikes, Nicolas King, and Sargento Dan....
Madonna Reimagined: Waleska Brings the Queen of Pop to Life
Every Sunday night at 9 PM, in the heart of Puerto Vallarta’s Romantic Zone, Coco Cabaret transforms into a high-energy celebration of one of pop...
Arte Puro – Pure Art
Luna Rumba Productions brought together two of Banderas Bay’s finest musicians a couple of nights ago at Casita & Garden, and the concert sold out...
Gimmee Shelter
I had the best morning yesterday at the International Friendship Club’s Home Tour. I know, I know, what took me so long, and I am...
Presenting Ava Nicole Frances
I always wonder, when I listen to BIG voices, how they would sound singing a lullaby. Most of them don’t bother, preferring to steamroll over...
All The Stars Came Out
With Kevin Anthony as host for the fourth year running, ”Stars with a Heart” kicked off yesterday afternoon at Teatro Vallarta with a short movie...
Oh, What a Night!
The Wonderland Gala is over. All in all, it was a smashing success. The interior of Oscar’s Restaurant on the Island was decorated with huge...
Hedwig and the Angry Inch Returns for One Night
Puerto Vallarta’s vibrant live entertainment scene will once again play host to one of its most celebrated productions as Hedwig and the Angry Inch returns...
Listening to Heaven
Our Lady of Guadalupe filled up after Mass last night for a fundraising concert for the Church led by David Boz, a Victoria, Canada trumpeter....