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Name: Bing Young & Alison Lo
Start: 2026-06-23T13:00:00-06:00
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23 June 2026

Bing Young & Alison Lo

Casita & Garden, Naranjo 321, Emiliano Zapata

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24 June 2026

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24 June 2026

Gloria Fiona: An Eclectic Journey Through Music

La Catrina Cantina, Lázaro Cárdenas 315B, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal.

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24 June 2026

The Lineup at ACT2PV

Act2, Insurgentes 339, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal.

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Weather this week in Puerto Vallarta

Forecast

2026-06-23

Mostly cloudy

32°C26°C

2026-06-24

Thunderstorm

32°C26°C

2026-06-25

Light rain

32°C26°C

2026-06-26

Partly sunny

33°C27°C

2026-06-27

Partly sunny

32°C27°C

2026-06-28

Light rain

32°C27°C

2026-06-29

Partly sunny

32°C27°C

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The local stories, alerts, travel notes, beach conditions, and practical updates residents and visitors should know before starting the day. Updated daily.

Puerto Vallarta Weather Brings Heat and Light Rain

What to Watch in Puerto Vallarta Today

Puerto Vallarta starts Tuesday with one major public-service issue still worth watching, plus afternoon weather that could affect roads, beaches, and flight movement.

Water service recovery: SEAPAL said water service was expected to normalize this morning after work affecting 136 neighborhoods across Puerto Vallarta.
Public works issue: The disruption is tied to relocation of a water line connected to the Puerto Vallarta–Las Varas highway project.
Weather risk: Expect a hot, humid day with afternoon rain possible. Stronger storms elsewhere in Jalisco could raise the risk of lightning, ponding, and brief street flooding.
Roads and mobility: No major citywide road closure was verified this morning, but drivers should watch for slick pavement and runoff in low-lying areas if afternoon rain develops.
Beach impact: The latest municipal beach status posted Monday had red flags at Palmares, Camarones, and Playa del Holly. Check lifeguard towers before entering the water today.
Airport watch: Morning flight boards showed no broad disruption, but afternoon thunderstorm clouds could create short delays.
Resident reminder: Refill household water containers, check local beach flags before swimming, and avoid crossing flooded streets or arroyos during storms.

What’s Happening Today in Vallarta

Today’s verified events lean toward nightlife, theater, and community entertainment. No municipal event with a confirmed public time surfaced in the sources checked this morning.

Mayahuel Show and Tequila Tasting — Teatro Vallarta, Uruguay 184, Centro. Time: 1:30 p.m.
Cirque du Soleil LUDÕ Dinner Show — Lotus Theater, BON Luxury Theme Park at VidantaWorld, Blvd. Nayarit. Time: 5:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Karaoke Night at Awaysis Rio Bar — Awaysis, Rivera del Rio 166, Emiliano Zapata. Time: 7:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
Tuesday Stripped Down Bingo — Studs. Address: not listed in the verified event source. Time: 8:30 p.m.–2:00 a.m.
Drag Shows at La Noche — La Noche. Address: not listed in the verified event source. Time: 9:00 p.m.–midnight.
Drag Shows at CC Slaughters — CC Slaughters. Address: not listed in the verified event source. Time: 11:55 p.m.–2:30 a.m.

Roads, Traffic, and Public Services Watch

The main city service issue this morning is water restoration after SEAPAL’s scheduled work. No major citywide traffic or power disruption was verified in the sources checked.

SEAPAL recovery: Service was expected to return gradually this morning after a suspension that affected 136 neighborhoods.
Neighborhood impact: Some homes and businesses may still see low pressure while the system stabilizes.
Roadwork connection: The service cut was caused by relocation of a main line tied to the Puerto Vallarta–Las Varas highway project.
Traffic: No major citywide road closure or transit shutdown was verified this morning.
Rain watch: Afternoon showers could create ponding in low areas. Avoid driving through flooded streets.
Other services: No verified citywide garbage, power, or public transportation disruption surfaced this morning.

Red flags close nine popular Puerto Vallarta beaches as rip currents rise

Puerto Vallarta Beach Report

Beach conditions look manageable in sheltered areas this morning, but swimmers should treat posted flags as the deciding factor and watch for changing conditions later in the day.

Beach flags: The latest municipal status posted Monday listed red flags at Palmares, Camarones, and Playa del Holly. Do not enter the water where red flags remain posted.
Ocean conditions: Marine forecasts showed light winds, smooth seas, and a small long-period southwest swell near 3 feet.
Surf and current risk: Long-period swell can still create stronger sets near rocks, jetties, and sloped beaches, even when the ocean looks calm.
Runoff concern: Afternoon rain could increase murky water and runoff near river mouths and storm drains. Avoid swimming near outlets after heavy rain.
Wildlife alerts: No new verified harmful wildlife alert surfaced this morning. Follow lifeguard instructions if flags or warnings change.
Best beach window: Morning to early midday is the better window before afternoon rain chances increase. Avoid red-flag beaches and river-mouth areas after storms.

Airport and Travel Update

Puerto Vallarta International Airport appeared to be operating normally this morning, with weather the main item to watch later in the day.

Morning board: The accessible FlightStats morning board showed 16 arrivals and 13 departures in the midnight-to-noon window.
Full-day count: A verified full-day arrivals/departures total was not available from the accessible sources checked.
Cancellations and delays: No broad cancellation cluster or airport closure was verified this morning.
Weather at PVR: Morning aviation weather showed haze, scattered clouds, and visibility around 8 miles.
Delay risk: The airport forecast included a temporary afternoon risk of cumulonimbus clouds, which can slow arrivals or departures if storms build near the bay.
Traveler reminder: Check airline apps before leaving for the airport, especially for afternoon and evening flights.

Peso Exchange Rate Today

The peso is weaker this morning, with the dollar trading around the 17.50 peso level in live market quotes.

USD/MXN rate: Morning market sources showed the dollar around 17.49–17.50 pesos.
Morning movement: The dollar was up roughly 0.8% to 1.0% against the peso, depending on the live quote source.
Main driver: A stronger U.S. dollar is weighing on emerging-market currencies after the Federal Reserve held rates but signaled a more hawkish path.
Market watch: U.S. Treasury yields, dollar strength, oil prices, and geopolitical risk remain the main external drivers today.
Local note: Bank, card, ATM, and exchange house rates in Puerto Vallarta will differ from the mid-market rate due to spreads and fees.
Resident reminder: For bills or transfers, check your provider’s actual applied rate rather than relying only on the headline market quote.