Event Dates
From: Monday, May 20, 2024
To: Sunday, May 26, 2024
Puerto Vallarta Gay Pride celebrations featuring cultural events, parades, pool parties and a host of other activities.
2024 – Important update – Note, the pride parade moves from the typical Thursday evening to Saturday.
The Event
- Next Edition: Monday May 20th – Sunday May 26th 2024 – the 2024 theme is “Sun and Beach”.
- Note – Many unofficial parties will run beyond the Sunday into late Tuesday.
- Vallarta Pride is a week-long annual pride event. It has become one of the leading pride celebrations in Latin America.
- Events include arts and cultural events, concerts, films, beach parties and a lot of fun outdoor performances to show the world the fabulous diversity of Puerto Vallarta.
- Vallarta Pride was created to showcase all the unique elements that have made the resort town one of the top destinations for the international gay community.
Where to stay for PV Pride?
Stay in the Romantic zone, the heart of gay life in Puerto Vallarta, home to the best bars, beach clubs and restaurants.
- Grand Miramar – Luxury suites and superb facilities. Less than 1km from the centre.
- Olas Altas Suites – Perfect location, great suites and friendly service. 600 metres from the centre.
- Casa Isabel – 4 Star boutique hotel, large rooms and beach views. 700 metres from the centre.
The Pride Parties
- Events kick off with a opening parties across all of the resort’s main gay bars and clubs together with The Pride Week at Mantamar Beach Club from the 22nd to the 26th of May, 2024. The beach club is situated along the famed Los Muertos gay beach in charming Zona Romantica. Live acts will perform at the Eden Club, The Mantamar and at The Top Bar over 5 days.
- The Top Bar typically hosts The Pink Dinner on opening night with live DJ, fireworks, a four course dinner and the “Pride Vanguard Award” presented by the Vallarta Pride Committee.
- Industry Night Club will host Puerto Vallarta’s Circuit Pride Festival over 4 nights, from the 23rd to the 27th of May, 2024.
- Guapo Parties RAW nights, a series of late night after parties, continue the celebration after the nightclubs have closed on the final Friday and Sunday of the pride celebrations.
- Stay just steps from the club nights and close to the beach in your own luxury condo or stay at the charming Hotel casa Nicole, with an exceptional rating.
Pride Sun Festival
- Thursday May 23rd – Saturday, May 25th 2024 – Taking over Lazaro Cardenas Park.
- The Pride Sun festival will run over three days and nights and feature a main stage with national and international performers.
- Activities include an exhibitor area, food and drink stalls and pop up events, from 12 pm to 11 pm each day.
- Location: Pino Suárez, 48380, Venustiano Carranza y, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal.
The Main Parade
- Saturday May 25th 2024 – Join the Vallarta Pride Parade which moves to a Saturday in 2024.
- The parade begins at the Sheraton Hotel and ends at One Six One PV Bar in the Romantic Zone.
- Awaiting departure time and exact route.
- Stay at Vallarta Shores on Los Muertos Beach with great views, sky suits and luxurious amenities.
Vallarta Beach Party
- Saturday May 25th 2024 – Vallarta Pride 2024 Beach Party will rock the waves in 2024.
- Events culminate with a spectacular beach celebration.
- A grand stage on the sand, adorned with large screens and captivating visuals, will set the scene for entertainment and community connection with our DJs.
- Location:Olas Altas 314, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal.
Bear Pride
- May 24th to 26th, 2024 – Bearadise, Puerto Vallarta’s hottest bear party orgniser presents a week-long series of pool parties in Casa Cupula, bear beach excurisions and fun furry fetish nights in NOX Bar with the hottest “bearlebrities” and porn stars during Bear Pride Puerto Vallarta.
- Events include two pool parties at Casa Cupula, a beach day and two night parties at Nox.
The Pink Dinner & After Party
- Wednesday, May 22nd – Multiple Venues from 7.30 pm – Pink Dinner Official opening event for Puerto Vallarta Pride featuring a gourmet meal at Eden Rooftop restaurant followed by an after party at One Six One restaurant.
Drag Derby
- Saturday, May 25th – Time to be confirmed – The Annual Pulpito Drag Derby takes place on Pupito Street & Olas Altas (In front of Swedes Restaurant).
- Calle Pulpito and the Pinnacle stairs transforms into a Drag Race Track and giant block-party featuring music, comedy, entertainment and another amazing (drag) race.
The Pride Pet Parade
- Monday, May 20th – Enjoy a sunset pet parade dog walk from 6 pm at Plaza Lázaro Cárdenas, benefiting Puppy Paradise dog shelter.
Gay Hotels in PV
- The iconic ocean-front Almar Hotel is known for its signature turquoise canvas lounge chairs that mark the gay section of the beach front. The popular beach-side resort is located in the gayborhood ‘Zona Rosa’ just a stone’s throw away from the entertainment of downtown Puerto Vallarta.
- The recently opened Almar Towers and Eden Pool Club, with stunning infinity views over the bay, are the perfect place to enjoy your Puerto Vallarta Pride escape.
- Condos are a more popular and flexible option, especially in the gay district.
Puerto Vallarta’s Gay Scene
With over 20 LGBT nightlife venues to enjoy, ranging from local watering holes to thumping super-clubs, the party never stops in PV. All of the gay bars are within walking distance of each other in the Romantic Zone in the heart of PV.
La Noche Bar, Mr Flamingo, Candy Bar, One Six One and many of the other gay bars will also host special events.
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
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For further information and advice on
Puerto Vallarta Pride Facebook
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Puerto Vallarta offers several gay-friendly neighbourhoods. The most prominent gay area in Puerto Vallarta is the Romantic Zone (also known as Old Town), the heart of the LGBTQ+ scene.
South of the Romantic Zone & home to the famous gay Almar hotel & condos with stunning views of the bay.
An upscale neighbourhood around a marina, offering luxury resorts, restaurants, and shopping options.