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 Entertainment
Entertainment Around Banderas Bay
No matter what your interests are, Puerto Vallarta is always ready to entertain, offering a wide variety of entertainment options that will keep everyone amused. But it's up to you to decide how you want to spend your time here....
 While every destination in Mexico has something to offer visitors, romantic Puerto Vallarta delivers something for everyone: beaches on a beautiful bay, great dining, a sizzling nightlife, movie theaters, cultural events, art galleries, excellent shopping, world-class golf and tennis, activities and excursions galore, and fun, fun, fun!
In Puerto Vallarta you can relax on a beautiful beach, play a round of championship golf, shop for Mexican handcrafts and dine in a wide variety of restaurants. There are also countless tours and activities to enjoy - from exciting jeep safaris and canopy tours in the tropical jungle to whale watching, sailing, snorkeling or scuba diving in Banderas Bay.
Visitors who appreciate cultural experiences will love the festivals and events hosted in Puerto Vallarta each year. A variety of cultural events, including the Gourmet Festival and an International Film Festival are designed for the cosmopolitan visitor, while Fishing, Tennis and Golf Tournaments are complemented by the Old Mexico flavor of this cozy seaside village.
And many visitors prefer to spend their days relaxing on the beach soaking up the warm tropical rays. Puerto Vallarta is a haven for weary vacationers who want nothing more than a good book, a tan and icy cold beers or margaritas delivered at regular intervals by an adept, and usually bilingual, waiter.
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Lazy Lizard Bingo Night: No Holds Barred
 JOY!
Come be a part of the fun this Thursday, as Lazy Lizard Bingo presents an entirely different kind of half time show, one that will leave you gasping in awe at the incredible skill, beauty and grace of ten gorgeous - and half naked - men.
Discover Puerto Vallarta's South Side
 Adriana Romero
Enjoy music and dance performances, painting, sculpture and photo exhibits and much, much more at the first Zona Sur Weekend of Art, Culture and Diversion at various locations on Puerto Vallarta's traditional South Side from June 28th-July 1st.
Len Lets Loose on Lazy Lizard
 JOY!
Don't miss Charity Bingo Night every Thursday night between 7 pm and 9 pm at the Lazy Lizard. This week, we raised $6180 pesos for the children at R.I.S.E. - thanks to Len and his amazing Blu crew going all out to help make it happen.
Texas Week Returns to the Marival Resort
 Harold Sokolove
Due to the success of Texas Week 2006, which took place at the Marival Resort in Nuevo Vallarta last October, Funjet Vacations has announced that they will repeat the special promotion this year from June 18th to June 29th.
Lazy Lizard Bingo Night - a SMASHING SUCCESS!
 JOY!
With local celebrity Mama Dolores running the show, the Lazy Lizard's first Charity Bingo Night was a smashing success, raising $4500 pesos for the children at the Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza (R.I.S.E.)
A Celebration of Love, Music and Diversity
 Gary R. Beck
As part of their "Beyond the Border, Mexico Tour 2007," the Tucson AZ. Gay Men's Chorus, Reveille, presented a celebration of love, music and diversity in a benefit concert for the new Vallarta HIV/AIDS Clinic on June 6th.
R.I.S.E. Kids Sing for their Supper
 JOY!
This week the children at the Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza, (R.I.S.E.) aren't focused on how tough their lives have been, they are too busy preparing for the concert they will be performing at Lazy Lizard Bingo Night this Thursday.
Los Bambinos Morph Into Metamorsa
 Polly G. Vicars
With a name change, a new CD and an upcoming music video, Los Bambinos, who won the Virtual Vallarta Reader's Choice Award for "Best Musical Group" in 2006, are morphing into "Metamorsa" - and stepping into the big time.
Mexican “Telenovelas” a Big Hit in China
 Allan Wall
What’s a telenovela? It’s a type of series produced in Mexico and other Latin American countries. The closest equivalent in the United States to a telenovela is the soap opera. There’s a big difference though, between the two.
Chichen Itza Debuts on Second Life
 Erick Laseca
Ancient! Contemporary! Futuristic! Second Life? Famed archaeological site and finalist towards becoming a new seventh world wonder, Chichen-Itza, will be making its debut in the virtual world, Second Life (SL) on June 10, 2007 at 1:00 pm PTD, featuring a seven hour music showcase.
One Enchanted Evening in Puerto Vallarta
 Gary R. Beck
A fine meal, great entertainment and a lot of chattering and laughing made the Full Moon Feast, hosted by PV Botanical Gardens owner Bob Price on June 1st, one of those enchanted evenings that will not soon, if ever, be forgotten.
Huilo - Changing the Dream
 Joy!
In honor of World Environment Week, Teatro Jaguar Luna will be presenting 'DreamCasting the Art of Transforming Consciousness,' an art/puppet show filled with hope and symbolism this Saturday, June 9th at the Los Arcos Theater on the Malecon.
Lazy Lizard Bingo Benefits R.I.S.E.
 Joy!
Every Thursday from 7 to 9 pm, the Lazy Lizard will be hosting Bingo to raise money for the kids of the Refugio Infantil Santa Esperanza. But not just any Bingo... THE most outrageous, unreasonably fun, unpredictably interesting bingo every staged!
Mexican Reality Shows Hit the Road on Stateside Tour
 Leila Cobo
The ongoing popularity of Latin music reality shows has led to the launch of an unusual traveling concept. The Cantando y Bailando por un Sueno tour, based on popular TV reality shows "Cantando por un Sueno" and "Bailando por un Sueno" kicks off July 5 in Anaheim, Calif.
Mexico Ruling Could Shake TV
 John Lyons
Mexico's Supreme Court overturned a key provision of a law designed to preserve the dominance of the nation's two television giants, Grupo Televisa SAB and TV Azteca SAB, marking a new willingness by Mexico's government to check the power of corporate dynasties.
How To Fall - and Get Back Up
 Meghan Barr
Her heel slipped, her bottom hit the floor and millions crowded around their television sets let out a collective groan. Miss USA Rachel Smith lay sprawled onstage at the Miss Universe pageant in a glittering evening gown, a very public victim of one of the oldest physical gaffes known to humankind: falling down.
Mexican TV Network to Expand in China
 Ioan Grillo
Mexico's Televisa network, known around the world for its soap operas, said Thursday it plans to expand in China, following the lead of taco chains and other Mexican businesses looking for a slice of the Asian nation's market.
Japan's Mori Wins Troubled Miss Universe Contest
 Monica Medel
A raven-haired Miss Japan, Riyo Mori, was crowned Miss Universe 2007 on Monday in a contest marked by protests, a banned dress and the withdrawal of one beauty queen on the ground the pageant degrades women.
Miss Universe Pageant Facing Critics Who Say Contest Outdated and Degrading
 Julie Watson
Isabel Lestapier Winqvist, 20, has dropped out because Swedes say the Miss Universe competition, airing live Monday night from Mexico City's National Auditorium, is degrading to women and weighed down by scandals.
Lucha Libre Wrestling is Wildly Popular in Mexico
 Hiram Soto
Body slams, leg drops and drop kicks. This scene might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Mexican culture, but Lucha Libre has a special place in the hearts of Mexicans.
Vallarta Enfrenta el SIDA Benefit Concert
 Patrick Harrison
Tucson's premier gay men's chorus, Reveille, will be performing perform its show, "Beyond the Border," in Puerto Vallarta on June 6th, with all money benefiting Vallarta Enfrenta el SIDA, A.C., Banderas Bay's new HIV/AIDS Organization.
Mariachi Madness - Vallarta's 89th Anniversary Party
 PVNN
Mariachi refers to musicians who dress and play in a style typical of the Mexican state of Jalisco - so what better way to celebrate the 89th anniversary of Puerto Vallarta than with Mariachi Music on the Malecón?
Miss Puerto Vallarta 2007 Pageant
 PVNN
On the evening of May 16th, eleven participants in the Miss Puerto Vallarta 2007 beauty pageant were introduced to the media. The winning contestant will represent Puerto Vallarta at national and international events for one year.
Miss Jamaica's a Rasta Role Model
 Reuters
With dreadlocks down to below her buttocks, the first Rastafarian to compete for the Miss Universe title is out to smash the stereotype that Rastas are only interested in reggae and marijuana.
Miss Universe Contenders Don Outfits with Dolphins, Corn in Mexican Capital
 Associated Press
Dresses adorned with butterfly wings, dolphins, electric guitars and corn on the cob were onstage in downtown Mexico City on Sunday as the 2007 Miss Universe pageant contestants put on a fashion show reflecting their nations' customs and traditions.
Richardson on Tonight Show
 Barry Massey
Democratic presidential hopeful Bill Richardson bantered with comedian Jay Leno about hitchhiking, baseball and diplomacy as the New Mexico governor appeared Friday on "The Tonight Show."
Quepasa Reveals Hot New Faces for 2007
 Business Wire
Quepasa Corporation, owner of Quepasa.com, the world's largest bicultural, Hispanic Internet community today announced the winners of its first "Faces of Quepasa" model search held in alliance with Ford Models.
Miss Universe Encourages Bicycle Use in Mexico
 EFE
Miss Universe Zuleyka Rivera took a spin on a bicycle with municipal authorities to promote their campaign to get commuters to abandon driving for cycling in this congested, pollution-choked metropolis of 18 million people.
Latino Kids 'Find Themselves' in Bilingual TV Programs
 Mike McDaniel
Oye, chicos, if you're looking for some Hispanic-themed, animated entertainment in English, Univision and Telemundo are not the places to find it. To reach Latino children in the United States, more and more shows are telling their stories in English, with a little Spanish thrown in.
A Widespread Legacy
 kansascity.com
Critics each choose five notable Mexican contributions to arts and entertainment culture, and the worst film performances by gringo actors playing Mexican characters.
Confused by Your Neighbors? Then Ask a Mexican!
 Tim Gaynor
Why do Mexicans use their car horns as a doorbell? Why is Mexican television so obsessed with dwarfs and transvestites? Why do they park their cars on the front lawn?
Barbie Set for Cinco de Mayo
 Elaine Ayala
Mattel long has diversified its doll lines with Hispanic versions of its classic toy. Since 1980, it has responded to a growing Latino market by producing 10 Latina Barbies. Its 11th - Cinco de Mayo Barbie - makes its debut for the May 5 Mexican holiday.
"Bill Moyers Journal" Back on PBS
 Frazier Moore
He's coming back, and viewers will be the richer for it. Self-proclaimed "citizen journalist" Bill Moyers, who tore himself away from the TV grind a little more than two years ago, is returning to weekly television.
If Looks Could Kill
 Alice Wyllie
Beauty pageants have long been a controversial topic, criticised as shallow and superficial, opportunities to objectify and exploit women. However, despite being seen as desperately old-fashioned, they have a strange habit of making headlines.
Mexican Federation of Sexual Education and Sexology Meet with Azteca America Over Anti-Gay Slurs
 GayBusinessWorld.com
The two organizations discussed the use of anti-gay slurs by Ventaneando América’s on-camera talent and provided sensitivity training to combat homophobia faced by the LGBT community.
NBC to Broadcast Miss Universe 2007 Live on May 28 from Mexico City
 missuniverse.com
Donald J. Trump, NBC and Paula M. Shugart, President, Miss Universe Organization, announced that the 56th Annual Miss Universe Competition will air live from Mexico City, Mexico, Monday, May 28, 2007.
Miss Mexico Tones Down Pageant Dress
Julie Watson
Miss Mexico is toning down her Miss Universe pageant dress — not because it's too slinky or low-cut, but because its bullet-studded belt and images of hangings from a 1920s uprising have outraged Mexicans.
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