Upcoming Major Events

The Gay Vallarta annual calendar features many special events both gay and not. We've got everything from circuit parties to the gay and lesbian cruises doing that classic "Love Boat" run to Puerto Vallarta. The leather and bear crowd visits annually. And, now Vallarta has a blossoming lesbian event calendar, including Oliva Travel events.

Vallarta's very busiest times are during the USA Thanksgiving holiday late in November, Christmas and New Years weeks, February, and Easter week (locally called Semana Santa).

These are just the upcoming highlights, so check out the other calendar views of our database.


Three hens & a Rooster Market
Three hens & a Rooster Market

October 18, 2025 until March 31, 2026 | Sale! | More info
Do not miss the SATURDAY MARKET in three chickens and a rooster! on isla cuale and enjoy its extensive variety.


Art & Market Marina Vallarta
Art & Market Marina Vallarta

October 31, 2025 until May 8, 2026 | Sale! | More info
Night market with more than 200 exhibitors offering a variety of goods at reasonable prices.


Olas Altas Farmer´s Market
Olas Altas Farmer´s Market

November 1, 2025 until May 5, 2026 | Sale! | More info
The Olas Altas Farmers' Market cultural market mixes the style of the old Mexican tianguis with the current North American markets, making it an excellent option to spend Saturday morning in the company of family and friends.


Humback Whale Watching
Humback Whale Watching

December 8, 2025 until March 23, 2026 | Tour | More info
The whale watching season is one of the must-see natural wonders in Puerto Vallarta.


Sea Turtles  Releasing
Sea Turtles Releasing

January 7, 2026 until May 9, 2026 | Special Event | More info
Every year, from summer to fall, you can participate in the release of hundreds of turtle hatchlings.


14Th Annual Chili Cook-Off
14Th Annual Chili Cook-Off

January 31, 2026  | Contest | More info
The Jay Sadler Project AC Presents!


Birth of Benito Juárez
Birth of Benito Juárez

March 21, 2026  | Holiday | More info
Weekend bridge!


Holy Week
Holy Week

March 30, 2026 until April 10, 2026 | Holiday | More info
Vacations!


Labor Day in Mexico
Labor Day in Mexico

May 1, 2026  | Holiday | More info
Mandatory rest!


Vallarta Pride 2026
Vallarta Pride 2026

May 17, 2026 until May 25, 2026 | Party Event | More info
Get ready to celebrate, love, and shine at Vallarta Pride 2026… where pride is lived intensely!


National Charro Day
National Charro Day

September 14, 2026  | Special Event | More info
Charrería is a symbol of Mexican identity and a tradition kept alive by charros and escaramuzas.
National Charro Day is an opportunity to appreciate and value this cultural expression.


Mexican independence Day
Mexican independence Day

September 15, 2026 until September 16, 2026 | Holiday | More info
The Fiestas Patrias in Puerto Vallarta are an unbeatable opportunity to enjoy exquisite Mexican cuisine, get caught up in the emotion of Mariachi music, and taste Tequila and other spirits while shouting "Viva México!"


Halloween
Halloween

October 31, 2026  | Holiday | More info
Costumes and fun!


Day Of The Dead
Day Of The Dead

November 1, 2026 until November 2, 2026 | Holiday | More info
01 All Saints Day and 02 Day of the Dead!


Mexican Revolution
Mexican Revolution

November 20, 2026  | Holiday | More info
Long live Mexico!


Fiestas Guadalupanas Of Puerto Vallarta
Fiestas Guadalupanas Of Puerto Vallarta

December 1, 2026 until December 12, 2026 | Special Event | More info
The pilgrimages in honor of the Virgin of Guadalupe gather thousands of believers during the first 12 days of December. They take to the streets of Downtown Puerto Vallarta to show their faith and give thanks for the favors received during the year.