Vallarta Pride 2023: All You Need to Know

May 05, 2023
Posted by: Adeprotur

Puerto Vallarta is, without a doubt, one of the most important LGBTQ+ destinations in Mexico. Recognized worldwide for its vibrant nightlife, beautiful beaches, and the warmth of its people, Puerto Vallarta has become a haven for the LGBTQ+ community.

Vallarta Pride is an annual event dedicated to honoring sexual diversity and its allies in Puerto Vallarta, and in 2023 it celebrates its tenth anniversary. It is a week-long celebration that this year will take place from May 17-28.

Pride features a variety of events including the ever-popular Street Party, art exhibits, film screenings, fashion shows, a lecture series, and, for the first time in its history, a recreational race.

One of the highlights of Vallarta Pride is the parade. Thousands of people take to the streets of Puerto Vallarta to show their support for the LGBTQ+ community. The parade is a festive and inclusive event that celebrates diversity and inclusion with colorful floats, music, and dancing.

Puerto Vallarta is also home to a thriving LGBTQ+ community and has a wide range of bars, nightclubs, and restaurants that cater to sexual diversity. The Romantic Zone is an especially popular neighborhood among LGBTQ+ travelers and is home to many of the city's gay bars and nightclubs.

Overall, Puerto Vallarta is a favorite destination for LGBTQ+ travelers looking for a safe, friendly, and inclusive environment. Puerto Vallarta is the perfect choice for anyone looking for a fun vacation with beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, and a warm and welcoming atmosphere.


VALLARTA PRIDE 2023: CALENDAR OF EVENTS

WEDNESDAY, MAY 17, 6:00 PM


March to commemorate the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia

The International Day Against Homophobia, which calls for an end to discrimination and homophobia against the LGBTQ+ community, will be commemorated with a march on May 17.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 17, 8:00 PM

Miss Vallarta Pride

The first beauty pageant is open to all genders, where contestants will be able to show their beauty, but also their voice, their ideas, and the fight for the rights of LGBTQ+ people in Puerto Vallarta.

THURSDAY, MAY 18, 5:00 PM

Quadrangular Volleyball

An exciting volleyball match, followed by a delicious cocktail or dinner with DJ, on the beach at sunset at Daiquiri Dick's in Olas Altas.

FRIDAY, MAY 19, 7:00 PM

Queer / Cuir

A unique exhibition of contemporary art based at the OPC art gallery, featuring works by 12 Mexican and international artists.

SATURDAY, MAY 20, 6:30 PM

Fashion Runway with Benito Santos / MOSMA MODA/ NATIVXS

A unique tribute to fashion and diversity, with a runway show at Playa Los Muertos featuring the firms: Benito Santos, MOSMA MODA, and Nativxs.

SUNDAY, MAY 21, 7:30AM

6K United for the Colors of Diversity

The first recreational race of Vallarta Pride, bringing people together for inclusion, compassion, and sport.

MONDAY MAY 22, 7:00 PM

Call of Nature Ball 2023

Explore your nature on the track and show who will take the Grand Prize in the Call of Nature Ball 2023.

MONDAY, MAY 22, 8:00 PM

Movie Night: "Little Girl".

Synopsis: Seven-year-old Sasha has always known she is a girl. Her family has recently accepted her gender identity, embracing their daughter for who she is as she works to confront outdated norms and find affirmation in a small community in rural France. In French with English subtitles.

TUESDAY, MAY 23, 5:00 PM-10:00 PM.

Lectures: Sexual Diversity.

Lecture series on gender and sexual diversity, hosted by the OPC art gallery. Participants include prominent specialists, activists, and academics.

THURSDAY, MAY 25, 4:00 PM

Pride Parade 2023

Inspired by the idea of what Mexico, and especially Puerto Vallarta, has to offer -the shelter of the Sierra Madre with green tones that contrast with the blue of the sea, its biodiversity, fauna, and vegetation that inspire us- the theme of the Pride Parade 2023 is Nature.

THURSDAY, MAY 25, SCHEDULE TO BE CONFIRMED

El Eden Street Party

The Street Party will be transformed into an Eden at the tenth edition of Vallarta Pride.

FRIDAY MAY 26, 6:00 PM-9:00 PM.

Conferences: Sexual Diversity

The cycle of conferences on gender and sexual diversity, hosted at the OPC art gallery. With the participation of prominent specialists, activists, and academics.

FRIDAY, MAY 26, 8:00 PM-9:30PM

Mexico de Colores

A dance company that seeks to break stereotypes, made up exclusively of men and inspired by Mexican folklore. Their show is a mix of cabaret, pantomime, theater, satire, and comedy, with choreography that takes the spectator through different places and customs of Mexico.

For more information and updates, check out the program of activities at: Vallarta Pride 2023