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What Insiders Should Watch Today in Puerto Vallarta – October 29, 2026

Puerto Vallarta’s Thursday watch covers Punta Paraíso, the mayor’s suspension case, Halloween rides and preparations for Día de Muertos.
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Puerto Vallarta’s October 27 agenda includes City Hall spending claims, dwindling cemetery space and a forecast of 95% holiday hotel occupancy.
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Holiday preparations, a decision involving the mayor, and the next steps at Punta Paraíso in San Pancho are on Puerto Vallarta’s radar for Thursday, October 29.

  • Punta Paraíso demolition: Nayarit Governor Miguel Ángel Navarro says work to demolish the damaged San Pancho condominium towers will begin this week after a court rejected the developer’s injunction request. The timing and controls around the site remain worth watching.
  • Mayor’s suspension case: A Jalisco congressional committee has rejected starting a proposed 15-day unpaid suspension of Luis Munguía arising from a labor dispute, finding insufficient grounds to proceed. The decision was reported Wednesday.
  • Giant catrina installation: A team of 22 artists, craftspeople and specialists is working toward the November 1 unveiling of a 25-meter catrina at the Malecón lighthouse, alongside large maritime-themed figures.
  • Halloween caravan permits: Traffic officials say the advertised Rodadas del Terror have no municipal authorization and are preparing a weekend security operation. Organizers and a confirmed starting time remain unresolved.
  • Cemetery preparations: The city has registered 109 Día de Muertos stalls, with setup scheduled for October 31 and trading November 1–2. Residents planning visits can review what to expect at Vallarta’s cemeteries.
  • Cruise visitors today: Norwegian Encore is scheduled to call Thursday, adding visitors ahead of the holiday weekend. The municipal tourism office forecasts 95% hotel occupancy over the Día de Muertos break.

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