Monumental Catrinas arrive on the Malecón
Fifty giant catrina sculptures go up along the boardwalk for Día de Muertos. Good for an easy evening stroll with photos.
Puerto Vallarta · Updated weekly
This Week in Puerto Vallarta
Week of October 26 to November 1, 2026
Events, markets and local tips picked by the team that hosts guests at Casa Rodriguez in Zona Romántica.
Día de Muertos week
Expect crowds on the Malecón and at the Los Muertos pier on November 1 and 2. Plan dinner reservations and rides ahead of time. Most festival events are free and outdoors, and programs can change, so check the day-of schedule at visitpuertovallarta.com.
Our picks this week
Día de Muertos takes over the city.
Vallarta ArtWalk: Opening Night
Galleries across the historic center open their doors for the evening. Walk from gallery to gallery at your own pace.
Art & Market Marina Vallarta
An evening of art and market stalls along the marina, a short ride from the Romantic Zone.
Altars, catrina fashion show and video mapping
Public altars open at the Plaza de Armas with pan de muerto tastings, followed by a catrina fashion show at the Malecón Arches at 7 p.m. and a Día de Muertos video mapping show at 7:30 p.m.
Jazz Trio in the park
Live jazz in the park as part of the Festival de las Almas program. The Día de Muertos kermés runs the same evening on Abasolo Street, 6 to 11 p.m.
Unveiling of the Monumental Catrina
“La Guardiana del Océano,” the festival’s centerpiece catrina, is unveiled at the lighthouse. Danzón dancing follows at the Plaza de Armas from 7 to 9 p.m.
Coming up Monday, November 2
Grand Día de Muertos Parade
The festival’s biggest night ends a short walk from Casa Rodriguez. Music at the pier follows, with ballet at 7 p.m. and mariachi from 8 p.m. Arrive early to find a spot along the route.
Look around the neighborhood. Many homes, balconies and storefronts in the Centro and Romantic Zone are decorated for the festival through early November, and some restaurants offer special menus.
Every week
Local favorites that are always on.
Dancing at the Plaza de Armas
Thursday and Sunday evenings in El Centro, in front of City Hall and the church. A live band or DJ plays danzón, cumbia and traditional Mexican music, usually starting between 5 and 7 p.m. Free.
Mercado Emiliano Zapata
The local market a short walk from the suites. Go in the morning for fruit, fish tacos and fresh juices.
Olas Altas Farmers Market
Saturdays at Parque Lázaro Cárdenas, about 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The season returns on Saturday, November 7.
Times and details come from public event calendars and local news and can change. If you would like a restaurant or taco recommendation, or help planning an evening, message us on WhatsApp.
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