HEAT Latin Music Awards Al Estilo Jalisco: Nominees & Voting Guide

Puerto Vallarta is taking center stage as the host city for the inaugural Mexican edition of the HEAT Latin Music Awards. On November 5, 2026, the Puerto Vallarta International Convention Center (CICPV) will serve as the anchor venue for the HEAT Latin Music Awards "Al Estilo Jalisco" (Jalisco Style).

Meanwhile, HEAT Week is set to rock the region from October 31 through November 5, spanning top destinations in Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta. Music fans worldwide can catch all the red-carpet action and the awards ceremony streaming live on LosHeat.tv.

Puerto Vallarta: The Prime Stage for HEAT

The debut of the HEAT Awards in Jalisco marks an exciting milestone for the music franchise, which launched in the Dominican Republic in 2015. This landmark edition is presented in partnership with the Government of Jalisco, the State Entertainment Agency, and the Jalisco Ministry of Tourism.

Highlighting authentic regional flavor, the "Jalisco Style" theme introduces a brand-new award category: Best Regional Mexican Artist.

The Puerto Vallarta International Convention Center (CICPV)—a state-of-the-art facility located in Jalisco's premier beach destination—will roll out the red carpet for Latin music superstars, creators, influencers, and industry decision-makers.

Hosting this high-profile event reinforces Puerto Vallarta's status as a world-class hub for international entertainment, cultural events, and luxury travel.

30 Categories Celebrating the Best in Latin Music

The HEAT Latin Music Awards Al Estilo Jalisco spotlight the vibrant spectrum of Latin sound, spanning Latin pop, urban, Regional Mexican, salsa, tropical rhythms, rock, and more across 30 dynamic categories:

• Best Male Artist
• Best Female Artist
• Best Group or Band

• Best Rock Artist
• Best Pop Artist
• Best Urban Artist
• Best Tropical Artist
• Best Salsa Artist

• Best Southern Region Artist
• Best Andean Region Artist
• Best Northern Region Artist

• Breakthrough Artist
• Musical Promise
• Influencer of the Year
• Best Regional Popular Artist
• Best Regional Mexican Artist
• Best Dominican Urban Artist

• Best Video
• Best Collaboration
• Best Platform Content

• DJ of the Year
• Song of the Year
• Producer of the Year
• Music Video Director of the Year
• Album of the Year

• Best Viral Song
• Songwriter of the Year
• Best Song for Video Games, Series, or Movies
• Fandom of the Year
• Best Religious Song

Leading this year's field of contenders, Karol G tops the list with 10 nominations, followed closely by Bad Bunny with 9, and Carlos Rivera and Shakira with 7 apiece. Fan favorites Carín León, Alejandro Fernández, Belinda, Grupo Frontera, Elena Rose, and Rosalía secured 6 nominations each, while Tini, Anitta, and Aitana rounded out the top contenders with 5 nominations each.

Explore the complete list of nominees for the HEAT Latin Music Awards Al Estilo Jalisco on the official LosHeat.tv blog.

Regional Mexican Music Takes the Spotlight

Shining a light on the core of Mexican culture, the Best Regional Mexican Artist category promises to be one of the night's showcase moments.

Nominees in this flagship category include powerhouse acts such as Lucero, Christian Nodal, Grupo Firme, Grupo Frontera, Fuerza Regida, Carín León, Alejandro Fernández, Alfredo Olivas, Alicia Villarreal, and Ana Bárbara.

Rounding out the stacked lineup are Eden Muñoz, Banda MS, La Arrolladora Banda El Limón de René Camacho, Julión Álvarez y su Norteño Banda, Lenin Ramírez, Remmy Valenzuela, and Majo Aguilar.

Also taking the main stage is Fandom of the Year, honoring the passionate fan communities driving the global music landscape. Nominated fanbases include the Bichotas, Riveristas, Belifans, Tinistas, and Aniitters, alongside major fan networks backing this year's top contenders.

How to Vote for Your Favorite Artists

Voting officially opened on September 24 and is conducted exclusively through the LosHeat.tv mobile app.

Fans can submit one vote every 24 hours across all 30 categories until voting closes on October 15, 2026.

To vote, download and open the LosHeat.tv app, browse the categories, select your favorite artists, and cast your ballot. Be sure to check back daily to keep supporting your top picks!

A Can't-Miss Event in Puerto Vallarta

As HEAT Week builds to its climax, Puerto Vallarta will stand as the epicenter of the Latin music industry heading into the main gala on November 5.

The countdown is on: artists, fanbases, and music fans have until October 15 to cast their ballots and help shape history for the HEAT Latin Music Awards' Mexican debut.