Puerto Vallarta Gay Nightlife
Welcome to the epicenter of LGBTQ+ nightlife in Mexico. Centered in the world-famous Colonia Emiliano Zapata — AKA Zona Romántica — near the shores of Banderas Bay, Puerto Vallarta's gay scene is compact, walkable, welcoming, and endlessly diverse—offering everything from relaxed afternoon happy hours to late-night dance clubs. The gayborhood is slowly expanding to other neighborhoods like Versalles, just north of 5 de Diciembre.
What You'll Find in This Section
- Neighborhood Bars & Afternoon Happy Hours
Casual local spots, cantinas, and street-level bars where the action starts early. Perfect for post-beach drinks, meeting locals, and enjoying long 2-for-1 happy hours. - Drag Shows, Live Music & Piano Lounges
From air-conditioned martini lounges and intimate piano bars to high-energy drag shows, local cantinas, and vocal performances. (Looking for full theatrical stage productions and headlining acts? Check out our dedicated Cabaret & Shows section.) - Rooftop & Sunset Lounges
Breezy sky bars and beachfront venues offering craft cocktails, adult slushies, and unbeatable views of the Pacific sunset over Playa Los Muertos. - High-Energy Street Bars & Leather/Bear Venues
Concentrated along Calle Lázaro Cárdenas and surrounding blocks, these open-air venues feature go-go dancers, pop hits, and high-energy crowds. - Late-Night Discos & Dance Clubs
Multi-level clubs, circuit venues, and air-conditioned discos where resident and international DJs keep the dance floors packed until dawn.
Clubs and Discos
Go back to topClubs and Discos where late night partiers love to go.
La Noche
Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, 30 somethings, Drag Shows, Older, Younger, Outside Seating, WirelessIconic LGBTQ+ bar in Puerto Vallarta featuring drag shows, go-go dancers, and house, circuit, and pop music. Elegant downstairs, high-energy rooftop vibes.
Full profilePaco's Ranch
Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, Lesbian, Mixed Clientele, Straight Friendly, Casual, 30 somethings, Dancing, Drag Shows, Martinis, Older, Strip Tease Shows, Air Conditioned, Wireless, Credit Cards, No SmokingPaco’s Ranch is a true LGBTQ+ nightlife institution in Puerto Vallarta, famous for its energetic atmosphere, varied music and nights full of dancing, fun and freedom in the heart of the Romantic Zone.
Full profileThis nightclub has been a hit since they opened their doors (Dec 2011).
A club to dance the night away.
Evening Tours
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Puerto Vallarta has established itself as a vibrant center of art creation, exhibition and promotion. An important contribution to the city´s art scene is Puerto Vallarta´s ArtWalk. The participating galleries in Centro Historico offer works by important national and international artists.
Full profileJoin fellow members of the LGBT+ community and their allies for a luxurious 3-hour Gay Sunset Cruise in Puerto Vallarta! Board your beautiful gay owned and operated 48-foot motor yacht “Escándalo” in Marina Vallarta where you will be offered a welcome aboard toast.
Full profile"Join the Party Tour and Meet New Friends on Gay Bar Hopping Tour. No Line No Wait No Cover"
Offering walking adventures in the greater Puerto Vallarta area where every step is an invitation to discover the genuine essence of Mexico.
Hotel Pool Bar
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Blue Chairs Rooftop Bar
Gay, Gay Staff, Straight Friendly, Beachfront, Ocean View, Dancing, Drag Shows, Karaoke, Live Comedy, Martinis, Strip Tease Shows, Air Conditioned, Wireless, Credit CardsBlue Chairs Rooftop Bar is the perfect place to enjoy cocktails, spectacular ocean views, and an iconic gay atmosphere in Puerto Vallarta's Romantic Zone. Ideal for watching the sunset and starting your evening.
Full profileCasa Cupula's Pool Club is an exclusive, clothing-optional oasis. It's the perfect place to relax in the sun, enjoy premium cocktails, and socialize in a sophisticated, sexy, and totally gay atmosphere in Puerto Vallarta.
Full profileNestled in the mountains along the Rio Cuale. This gorgeous jungle oasis caters to those that seek a unique and custom-tailored experience that also embraces the local culture and traditions.
Cheeky is Zona Romántica’s plant-filled, clothing-optional (select days) pool-bar oasis—premium vibes without premium prices. Frozen classics, friendly hotties in speedos, and 5-star service in a secluded courtyard. Everybody and every body is welcome
Amazing gay bar with an amazing view of the whole bay.
Private, personalized service at Puerto Vallarta's only clothing optional hotel exclusively for men.
Lounges
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One Six One
Gay, Gay Owned, Mixed Clientele, Straight Friendly, Martinis, Air Conditioned, Outside Seating, Wireless, Credit Cards, Smoking AreaAn upscale environment with a 'living room lounge' ambience, live DJ'd house music, craft cocktails, an outside patio and a rooftop. Open for service.
Full profileA secret and exclusive place in the center of the city, come and find it. Where jazz plays and spirits rise!
Martini Bars
Go back to topSome of gay Vallarta's bars specialize in great conversation and mixed drinks.
Apaches
Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, Mixed Clientele, Martinis, Outside Seating, Pet Friendly, Wheelchair accessibleApaches Martini & Cocktail Bar is the ideal spot in Puerto Vallarta to enjoy perfectly crafted strong martinis, creative cocktails, and a sexy, fun, and LGBTQ+ atmosphere. Perfect for your unforgettable nights in Puerto Vallarta.
Full profileA chic little piano and jazz bar located a half block off of the famous Olas Altas on Pulpito.
Our sexy and friendly bartenders will make all feel welcome at The Corner.
Play Zona
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BOYS PV Cruising Bar
Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, Mixed Clientele, Straight Friendly, Cruising, Dancing, Strip Tease Shows, Air Conditioned, WirelessBOYS PV Cruising Bar arrives in the Romantic Zone with a modern and provocative nightlife concept. This new bar combines music, drinks, and a masculine industrial aesthetic in a social atmosphere that evolves throughout the night, including an exclusive area for men seeking a more private experience in the heart of Puerto Vallarta's LGBTQ+ nightlife.
Full profileSpartacus Sauna Nuevo Vallarta
Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, Air Conditioned, Outside Seating, Wireless, Bath House, Men OnlyRelax, connect and let yourself go at Spartacus Sauna Nuevo Vallarta, an exclusive space for men where pleasure, discretion and an international atmosphere meet.
Full profileSpartacus Sauna for Men
Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, Straight Friendly, 30 somethings, Older, Younger, Outside Seating, Bath House, Men OnlyThe number one bathhouse in Puerto Vallarta! And the largest with four floors. Spartacus Sauna for Men is an exclusive space for men in Puerto Vallarta, ideal for relaxing, socializing, and enjoying a masculine, discreet, and inclusive environment.
Full profileThe Playground
Gay, Gay Friendly, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, Mixed Clientele, Straight Friendly, Wireless, Credit CardsThe Playground by The Banana Factory: The new backyard where the fun never ends. Open Fridays and Saturdays from 10 pm. Back bar, back room... more fun guaranteed!
Full profileA unique bar and café with toys, board games, video games, and specialty cocktails. The perfect place to have fun, socialize, and enjoy your nights out in gamer style.
Shows
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Act2PV
Gay Friendly, Gay Staff, Mixed Clientele, 30 somethings, Drag Shows, Live Comedy, Live Theater, Martinis, Live Music, No SmokingVallarta's only multiplex entertainment venue with three unique performance spaces: MainStage Theater, Casa Karma Red Room Cabaret, and Ovations Piano Bar.
Full profileCoco Cabaret
Gay Friendly, Gay Staff, Mixed Clientele, Straight Friendly, Dancing, Drag Shows, Live Theater, Air Conditioned, Wireless, Credit Cards, No SmokingCoco by The Palm will feature some of The Palms’s best-selling shows, fine-tuned and better than ever. It will also include a team of inspiring new award-winning performers joining the mix.
Full profileNacho Daddy's Stage
Gay Friendly, Mixed Clientele, Casual, Live Comedy, Live Theater, Air Conditioned, Live Music, Dinner, LunchUpstairs at Nacho Daddy has nightly entertainment with some of the best Live Music in PV. Sports Room with 8+ giant TVs, a favorite with locals and tourists. Tammy & Sean invite you to visit.
Full profileThe Palm Cabaret & Bar
Gay Friendly, Gay Staff, Mixed Clientele, 30 somethings, Drag Shows, Live Comedy, Live Theater, Older, Air Conditioned, Live Music, No SmokingThe Palm Cabaret & Bar is one of Puerto Vallarta's most iconic live entertainment venues. Enjoy top-tier shows including cabaret, live music, comedy, and international performances in an intimate, sophisticated, and LGBTQ+ friendly atmosphere.
Full profileA coffe bar with great entertainment in theatre, comedy, live music and so much more.
Strip Clubs
Go back to topMale oriented stripper clubs.
This Men Only gentlemen´s club offers shower shows every hour.
