Things to do in Puerto Vallarta

9 activities, venues and outings in Puerto Vallarta, from theatres and live music to parks and tours.

Ranked with the travel guide's picks and well-known places first.

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La Marina Vallarta Golf Club
Good accuracy is a must for this course due to narrow fairways that are guarded by water
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Yoga Vallarta
Located in Zona Romantica (Basilio Badillo #325 3rd floor). This studio has high-mounted windows that bathe the studio in wonderful, natural light.
Hours vary by instructor
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Marathon
Vallarta holds the Half Marathon and 5-km race. Everyone is welcome to enjoy it.
First weekend of November
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Mardi Gras/Carnaval
The parade takes place in the Zona Romantica. You will also see the gay charm around downtown.
Feb
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November Festival
Cocktail parties, wine and tequila tastings, cooking classes, concerts, gala dinners, art expos, screenings
Middle of November
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Vallarta Pride Parade
The city hosts a large LGBT celebration downtown culminating in the Vallarta Pride Parade along the malecon on Saturday
May
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Virgin of Guadalupe
Mexico's patron saint, the Lady of Guadalupe, is celebrated throughout Mexico. Puerto Vallarta's celebration starts around December 1st, Local people, hotel, condominium owners, and organizations go on a pilgrimage parade through downtown around 18:00 until 21:00 everyday. You´ll see traditional dancers, mariachis, bands, and individuals offering tribute to the Virgin. A festival with regional foods and games takes place in the main square.
December 12th
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Auditorio Agustin Flores Contreras
Up to four companies perform English-language theater there.
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Vista Vallarta
Hosted the 2002 EMC World Cup Championship

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Puerto Vallarta (CC BY-SA 4.0).