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August 14, 2025
Puerto Vallarta is gearing up to play host to the Ariel Awards in a manner that is nothing short of extraordinary, under a sky graced by the presence of cinematic luminaries, revelry, and a rich tapestry of Mexican culture.
This is the first time in the history of the awards that a destination famous around the world for its beaches and the warmth of its people will be the setting for the ceremony that honors the best of Mexican cinema on Saturday, September 20, 2025.
This year's gala, with its blend of glamour and the acknowledgment of films that explore Mexico's past and current moment, presents a distinctive chance to engage with cinema from another side of the shore: that of the sea, festivity, and cultural affirmation.
The Ariel Awards gala will transform Puerto Vallarta into a city of cinema, light, and culture. The beautiful beaches of this destination, bathed by the Pacific, its natural attractions, and its bohemian charm, will be the setting for this event.
The selection of Jalisco's premier destination for sun and beach recreation seeks not solely festivity but also to showcase cinema in other venues beyond Mexico City and Guadalajara.
The 67th gala will be held at the Puerto Vallarta International Convention Center, which is promising to welcome more than 800 guests. These guests will include filmmakers, specialized press, influencers, and producers interested in filming in Jalisco.
Puerto Vallarta's first-class tourist infrastructure—which includes hotels, restaurants, and natural settings—offers the ideal balance between glamour, hospitality, and authenticity. This edition also shows how the Mexican Academy of Film Arts and Sciences (AMACC) is traveling to make the Ariel Awards more popular, support the film industry, and reach a wider audience.
In the realm of Mexican cinema, the Ariel Awards stand as the pinnacle of achievement, akin to the Oscars in Hollywood. The Ariel Awards, presented by the AMACC, honor achievements in various categories, including directing, acting, photography, and sound design.
In the upcoming 67th edition, the Golden Ariel Award (Ariel de Oro) will pay tribute to key figures in the Mexican film industry, such as leading actress, director, and producer Patricia Reyes Spíndola; actress Jacqueline Andere, who represents two key eras of Mexican cinema; and Sindicato de Trabajadores de la Producción Cinematográfica (the Film Production Workers' Union, STPC), active since 1945.
These awards represent the enduring legacy and continuity of the Mexican film industry, a tradition upheld by generations of individuals and collectives who have shaped the nation's cinematic identity.
Three feature films are leading the nominations for the 67th Ariel Awards in Puerto Vallarta:
Other notable films include Sujo, which was nominated 13 times, and Corina, which is mentioned several times in the main categories.
Each of these films offers a different approach to Mexican contemporary cinema, showcasing the diverse range of styles and themes that define this vibrant film industry.
Pedro Páramo, a title that evokes the richness of Mexican literature; La cocina, with the contemporary voice of Ruizpalacios; and They Will Not Bring Us Down, which powerfully revives historical themes and collective memory, such as the Tlatelolco massacre, with a performance full of sensitivity thanks to nominee Luisa Huertas.
The Ariel Awards gala is a unique opportunity for travelers and film enthusiasts to experience Puerto Vallarta from a fresh viewpoint. This sun and beach destination is far from the typical postcards. It will become a bridge between the highlights of Mexican cinema and the red carpet at the International Convention Center. It will also connect to the unique charms of the Friendliest City in the World.
Going to the gala, or just being here on those dates, means seeing an event where artistic recognition, the national imagination, and, of course, cultural tourism come together. Moreover, the Ariel Awards will heighten Puerto Vallarta's prominence as a vibrant film location, a factor that can draw future productions, as it successfully did with renowned classics such as The Night of the Iguana.
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 20. If you have travel plans or are simply passionate about unique and original stories, this event is not to be missed. Puerto Vallarta is poised to captivate visitors with its allure, its residents, and most notably, its fervor for art as seen through a national perspective.
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