Xiutla Folkloric Ballet
There are several performances of the Xiutla Folkloric Ballet planned for the coming holiday weeks:
On Sunday, September 16 at 7pm they will perform at the Los Arcos amphitheater on the Malecón. Free.
Xiutla Folkloric Ballet
The Municipal Tourism Direction will present a grand event at 8pm Thursday, on September 27, World Tourism Day, to honor Rafael Zamarripa, creator of the seahorse and child statue. Homage will be paid also to Jaliscan singer Marco Antonio Muñiz, who will perform for the people of Puerto Vallarta and visitors on the date. Puerto Vallarta’s pride, the Xiutla Ballet, will be featured as well. These events will take place on the Malecón at the Seahorse Sculpture.
Bolero De Rabel Performance
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MORE INFORMATION:
Grito » Independence Day Celebration » Sept 15-16
Mexico’s Independence Day
September 15-16, 2007
Puerto Vallarta’s main square and Malecón come alive late night on September 15 with the traditional Grito (cry for independence) led by Puerto Vallarta’s mayor, Javier Bravo, at 11 pm. Live outdoor music shows as well as spectacular fireworks displays follow, giving way to a night of festivities including the Baile Popular (Street Dance) in the Main Square and on the Malecon. The next day, Independence Day, is a day of celebration.
Grito de La Independencia,
15 Sep 2006, en la Cuidad de Mexico:
[youtube SNd4Xxr0MeI Grito, 2006]
For the Holiday weekend several streets will be closed at varying times:
Traditional Parade of Charros » Sept 14
For the Día National de la Charrería, there will be the annual Charro parade from Parque Lázaro Cárdenas in Old Town north to Leys grocery store in Centro Puerto Vallarta. If you like horses and cowboys in full dress, this is something not to miss.
The parade begins at around 11 am on Friday, September 14. People gather around the Municipal Square or on the Malecón an hour or two earlier for good seats. The parade route is generally along the Malecón.
For Parade Route:
Official Street Closures