Free Events in Puerto Vallarta

No cover, no ticket required

Plenty of nights out in Puerto Vallarta don't cost a thing. Below are this month's free events across the bay — open mics, no-cover live music, public art markets, community gatherings, dance socials, and more. All ages where noted; check each listing for venue specifics.

40 free events this month
Music in the Park: Michele Oaks

Music in the Park: Michele Oaks

Free / No Cover
Sunday, May 10 · 4 PM · Isla Cuale Gardens

Join us this Sunday, May 10th, for Music in the Park from 4:00 to 5:30 PM on Isla Cuale! This week’s featured performer is the charming Michele Oaks. Come relax with us and enjoy s

Sargento Broadway Sing-Along!

Sargento Broadway Sing-Along!

Free / No Cover
Sunday, May 10 · 8 PM · Garbo Piano Bar

Every Sunday at 8 PM, Sargento Broadway Sing-Along brings the magic of musical theater to Garbo Piano Bar. Hosted by the energetic Sargento Dan, this lively night invites the audie

Sundays Fundays After Party

Sundays Fundays After Party

Free / No Cover
Sunday, May 10 · 8 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Sundays Fundays After Party at La Catrina Cantina! Keep the excitement going with our exclusive After Party featuring incredible live music. The fun doesn’t stop—join us for more a

Sundays Fundays

Sundays Fundays

Free / No Cover
Sunday, May 10 · 4:30 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Start early and get out of the heat this summer and enjoy great entertainment in our Air Conditioning. Every Sunday, La Catrina Cantina turns into the hottest spot in town with our

Juan Gabriel Tribute (Roberto Roy)

Juan Gabriel Tribute (Roberto Roy)

Free / No Cover
Sunday, May 10 · 6 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Sunday from 6:00 to 6:30 Pm, enjoy an amazing tribute to Juan Gabriel performed by Roberto Roy.You’ll be amazed by how much his voice sounds like the great Divo of Juárez! A show f

Eclectic Music with Spencer and Todd

Eclectic Music with Spencer and Todd

Free / No Cover
Sunday, May 10 · 6:30 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Join us every Sunday at La Catrina Cantina for a one-of-a-kind musical experience with Spencer and Todd, a talented duo bringing you a dynamic mix of sounds and styles. From timele

Salsa Lessons

Salsa Lessons

Free / No Cover
Monday, May 11 · 6:30 PM · Vallarta Gay+ Community Center

💃🕺 Free Salsa Lessons 🎶🔥 Spice up your Mondays with free salsa lessons at the Vallarta Gay+ Community Center! 🌈✨ Join us every Monday from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM for a fun, friend

Gay+ Mixer: The Red Door Bar

Gay+ Mixer: The Red Door Bar

Free / No Cover
Tuesday, May 12 · 6 PM · The Red Door Bar PV

Join Out & About PV Magazine and the Facebook group Puerto Vallarta Gays Everything You Need or Want to Know for our Gay Mixer. EVENTO GRATIS – FREE EVENT Meet new friends, make ne

Vallarta Scrabble Club Weekly Play

Vallarta Scrabble Club Weekly Play

Free / No Cover
Wednesday, May 13 · 12:30 PM · Qulture

Game on! Meet us every Wednesday at 12:30 PM at Qulture for a laid-back, bilingual gathering. All skill levels welcome — just grab a drink or snack (50 pesos minimum suggested) and

Open Mic With Luis Villanueva

Open Mic With Luis Villanueva

Free / No Cover
Wednesday, May 13 · 6:30 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Join Luis as MC. Everyone welcome, artists with shows receive a free cocktail. Luis Villanueva, one of Vallarta’s finest voices, will entertain you with his soulful voice and chari

Gloria Fiona: An Eclectic Journey Through Music

Gloria Fiona: An Eclectic Journey Through Music

Free / No Cover
Wednesday, May 13 · 5 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Wednesdays Just Got Better at Catrina Cantina! Get ready for an eclectic journey through music—from heartfelt ballads to country and rock—sung in multiple languages including Spani

Divas Night By: Maria Pacheco

Divas Night By: Maria Pacheco

Free / No Cover
Wednesday, May 13 · 8:30 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Wednesdays 8:30 pm Open Mic… Everyone welcome, artists with shows receive a free cocktail.Join us at La Catrina Cantina for an unforgettable show featuring María Pacheco. Come sing

Sargento Broadway Sing-Along!

Sargento Broadway Sing-Along!

Free / No Cover
Wednesday, May 13 · 10 PM · Garbo Piano Bar

Every Wednesday at 10 PM, Sargento Broadway Sing-Along brings the magic of musical theater to Garbo Piano Bar. Hosted by the energetic Sargento Dan and pianist Bing Young, this liv

Angeloo – Musical Prodigy

Angeloo – Musical Prodigy

Free / No Cover
Wednesday, May 13 · 8 PM · La Catrina Cantina

🎤✨ This Wednesday at La Catrina Cantina get ready for an unforgettable night with Angeloo, a young boy with an extraordinary voice and winner of La Voz Zapopan 2025. Don’t miss th

Soulful Mixer

Soulful Mixer

Free / No Cover
Thursday, May 14 · 5:30 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Get ready for an unforgettable night! A Soulful Mixer concert to make you groove like never before. Their melodies blend the best of soul, R&B, and funk, creating a magical experie

Kim Archer:  Motown, Blues and Funk… At Soul Night!

Kim Archer: Motown, Blues and Funk… At Soul Night!

Free / No Cover
Thursday, May 14 · 7 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Kim Archer presents a brand-new show full of energy, soul, and unforgettable vibes. Enjoy an incredible night featuring the best of Motown, Blues & Funk, performed with powerful vo

Boogie Nights with Joi Carter

Boogie Nights with Joi Carter

Free / No Cover
Thursday, May 14 · 8 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Boogie Nights: The Ultimate Dance Party Step into a high-energy throwback where 90’s dance, house, and feel-good hits take over the night. Get ready to move, vibe, and lose yoursel

LGBTQ+ Seniors: Connect, Share, Belong

LGBTQ+ Seniors: Connect, Share, Belong

Free / No Cover
Thursday, May 14 · 11 AM · Vallarta Gay+ Community Center

Join our welcoming LGBTQ+ Seniors Group for meaningful conversations, new friendships, and a supportive community space. Whether you’re looking to connect, share experiences, or si

Shannon Maracle: Blues and Open Mic

Shannon Maracle: Blues and Open Mic

Free / No Cover
Thursday, May 14 · 9:30 PM · La Catrina Cantina

An intimate, powerful night full of soul. This is how a Shannon Maracle show feels—her voice and presence fill the stage with emotion, rhythm, and pure soul. A performance to be ex

R&B and Soul: Line Dancing

R&B and Soul: Line Dancing

Free / No Cover
Thursday, May 14 · 5 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Get ready to slide, step, and groove with us at La Catrina Cantina for a night full of feel-good vibes, smooth moves, and family-style fun! Join Cherese & Depris as they co-lead th

Jacky López | Legendary Voices

Jacky López | Legendary Voices

Free / No Cover
Friday, May 15 · 9 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Jacky López invites you to an unforgettable night full of energy and emotion, performing the most iconic hits by Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, Celine Dion, Donna Summer, and more.

Nacho Granados: On Demand

Nacho Granados: On Demand

Free / No Cover
Friday, May 15 · 8 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Come enjoy a magical night at La Catrina Cantina with Nacho Granados on demand! Nacho will sing your favorite songs, in both English and Spanish, while you enjoy a delicious cockta

Spanish for Beginners

Spanish for Beginners

Free / No Cover
Friday, May 15 · 4 PM · Vallarta Gay+ Community Center

Ready to start from zero? Join our Spanish for Beginners group every Friday 4 PM to 5 PM, perfect for anyone with no previous experience who wants to learn in a warm, supportive &

Tonny Kenneth: Reimagined

Tonny Kenneth: Reimagined

Free / No Cover
Friday, May 15 · 6:30 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Join the award-winning and popular performer Tonny Kenneth for an exclusive show featuring stunning visuals, costume changes, and a mix of the best Rock, Disco, Oldies, and Today’s

Texas Embassy Blues Band

Texas Embassy Blues Band

Free / No Cover
Friday, May 15 · 8:30 PM · Nacho Daddy

Friday nights in Old Town Puerto Vallarta, you might see a line of people gathering around 8 p.m. on Basilio Badillo. The good-time seekers are ready to kick off their huaraches, l

Noches de Fiesta Mexa (Mexa Party Nights)

Noches de Fiesta Mexa (Mexa Party Nights)

Free / No Cover
Friday, May 15 · 11 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Get ready for a night full of rhythm, flavor, and pure Mexican atmosphere 🔥 Enjoy the best of live bachata, banda, and norteña cumbia, featuring the incredible talent of… Nohelia

Stella Rosas: Latin Rythms

Stella Rosas: Latin Rythms

Free / No Cover
Friday, May 15 · 10 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Friday 10 pm – Stella Rosas Come and experience the vibrant Latin rhythms with the incredible Stella Rosas! Dance the night away to the lively beats of Salsa, Cumbia, and more! No

Yoga Classes

Yoga Classes

Free / No Cover
Saturday, May 16 · 10 AM · Vallarta Gay+ Community Center

Start your weekend right with yoga! Join us every Saturday at 10 AM at the Gay+ Community Center for a welcoming and inclusive yoga session. Whether you’re a beginner or have some

Alex Wera: Latin Music

Alex Wera: Latin Music

Free / No Cover
Saturday, May 16 · 9 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Get ready to dance with Alex Wera at La Catrina Cantina! Alex will get you moving to the rhythms of salsa, bachata, and cumbia, bringing the best music to lift your spirits and mak

Salsa Dance Lessons

Salsa Dance Lessons

Free / No Cover
Saturday, May 16 · 8 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Free Salsa Lessons. Join our salsa classes with Sophie, if you want to learn Salsa this is your opportunity to start. We are waiting for you. No cover!

Bachata Dance Lessons

Bachata Dance Lessons

Free / No Cover
Saturday, May 16 · 7 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Free Bachata Lessons. In our traditional and modern bachata classes, we teach you the basic steps, turns, movements and adornments that will make you shine on the dance floor. You

Spanish Conversation Class

Spanish Conversation Class

Free / No Cover
Saturday, May 16 · 12 PM · Vallarta Gay+ Community Center

¡Spanish classes for the community! Learn, practice, and connect in a safe and welcoming environment. Join our Intermediate Spanish Conversation Class every Saturday, 12:00–2:00 PM

Salsa Night! Trio de Tres

Salsa Night! Trio de Tres

Free / No Cover
Saturday, May 16 · 10 PM · La Catrina Cantina

Get ready for a night that will light up your soul with Nacho Granados, Nohelia Palomares and Alfredo Mendoza! These talented artists will make you move to their explosive mix of s

Pride Pet Parade

Pride Pet Parade

Free / No Cover
Monday, May 18 · 6 PM · Lazaro Cardenas Park

The paws are coming out for Pride — and this year, we’re turning up the color, culture, and cuteness! 🐾 🌈 Pride Pet Parade 2026 is back — furrier, prouder, and more fabulous than

Luis and Friends

Luis and Friends

Free / No Cover
Wednesday, May 20 · 6:30 PM · La Catrina Cantina

🇺🇸✨ A brand-new entertainment night is coming to La Catrina Cantina! Enjoy “Luis and Friends”, the new weekly show hosted by Luis Villanueva, featuring a different special guest

Puerto Vallarta Pride Parade

Puerto Vallarta Pride Parade

Free / No Cover
Thursday, May 21 · 4 PM · Puerto Vallarta Malecon

Color, love, music, and pure joy. A truly Mexican Pride is waiting for you. The Pride Parade takes over the main streets of Puerto Vallarta with vibrant energy, music, and the pres

Mega Campaign Pride Edition

Mega Campaign Pride Edition

Free / No Cover
Thursday, May 21 · 10 AM · Lazaro Cardenas Park

Mega Campaign Pride 2026 Edition Health Is Also Pride ✨ Quick Testing for HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis B and C ❤️ 🔥 HIV and STI Prevention Prep, Pep and Doxypep ❤️ 🔥 Vaccines includi

Señoritas Mixer

Señoritas Mixer

Free / No Cover
Friday, May 22 · 6 PM · ART VallARTa

We are so excited to invite you to a women-led event created to celebrate, uplift, and create space for women, especially women from the LGBTQ+ community 🏳️🌈✨ 🎟 FREE ENTRY We’ve

Vallarta Pride Fair

Vallarta Pride Fair

Free / No Cover
Saturday, May 23 · 6 PM · Lazaro Cardenas Park

🇲🇽🌈❤️🔥 Tradition and joy unite at the 2026 Pride Fair! Vallarta Pride . An event to proudly celebrate our Mexican roots, build community, and spend an afternoon filled with col

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