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October 08, 2016
National Holidays and celebrations in Puerto Vallarta offer visitors a unique opportunity to experience the country’s rich cultural heritage. The city hosts multiple celebrations focusing on religion, gastronomy, history and nature from the months of September and into the New Year, proudly celebrates Mexican national holidays with exciting sights, tastes, sounds, and experiences for locals and tourists alike.
The following are just some of the major celebrations taking place in the upcoming months.
Culture Comes Alive el Dia de Charro
September 14 marks el Dìa de Charro, or Cowboy day, where men and women ride through the town to honor the Mexican cowboys. Locals will ride on the ornate horseback through the streets wearing sombreros and brightly embellished jackets representing the colors and culture of Puerto Vallarta. The festivities continue into the evening with rich food, celebratory dances, and traditional charro style calf roping.
Mexican Independence Day Celebration
On September 15, the Eve of Mexican Independence Day, thousands gather below the balcony of the Municipal Square to listen to the Mayor proclaim "el Grito de nIdependencia", or the cry for independence: “Mexicanos, Viva Mexico” at 11 PM. El Grito is an event not to missed as it is followed by much celebration, food, drink, and fireworks. Widely celebrated throughout Mexico, el Dia de la Independencia on September 16th commemorates the day that Miguel Hildalgo announced the Grito de Dolores, starting the Mexican revolt against the Spanish rule. Businesses and government offices are closed and locals hold festivities with plenty of food and dance to celebrate their liberation.
Join Puerto Vallarta on November 20 to commemorate “el Dia de la Revolucion,” or Revolution Day, the start of the Mexican Revolution ignited by Francisco Madero. More commonly known as el veinte de noviembre, Revolution Day is celebrated in Puerto Vallarta with colorful grand parades, festive parties as well as patriotic speeches and official ceremonies.
Puerto Vallarta celebrates the most representative traditions of Mexico with events across the city. Taste some delicious Pan de Muerto while visiting art galleries, hotel lobby’s or view traditional altars and flower carpets on the Malecon.
Is there anything more delicious and representative of our country than good tacos al pastor? Enter the unique world of true Mexican Tacos on Saturday, May 28th.
Vallarta-Nayarit Gastronomica 2016
Gastronomical harmony culminates in Puerto Vallarta to offer a feast of flavors. Taking place from October 23 to 26, the 8th edition of the Vallarta-Nayarit Gastronomica will have 3 Michelin stars and Chef Jordi Roca from El Celler de Can Roca, winner of Best Restaurant of the Wold.
International Fishing Tournament
Club de Pesca Puerto Vallarta (est. 1956) is proud to invite you to its annual International Marlin
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