The 13 Best Shows in Puerto Vallarta

1.Rhythms of the night, Sunset Cruise, Candlelit Dinner & Alma Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,667 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) Our pick

Sail from Puerto Vallarta to Las Caletas for a sunset cruise, candlelit international buffet, open bar, and a large outdoor show with music, dance, acrobatics, and fire performers. The evening lasts about five hours and includes standard seating, but expect extra port and island fees.

“Everything was wonderful. A lot of people at the show, but it was very organized going from the show to dinner. The show was incredible, felt like I was in Disney World. Highlight of our vacation!”

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2.Puerto Vallarta Rhythms of the night, Show & Buffet dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 219 reviews · 5 hours · from $129

Cruise at sunset from Puerto Vallarta or Nuevo Vallarta to Las Caletas, a boat-only beach setting. Enjoy a candlelit buffet, drinks, and a jungle amphitheater show built around the legend of the Five Suns, with music, acrobatics, dance, and special effects.

“The rhythm of the night was fantastic as it is first time for us to experience something like this, including food, alcohol, and the transportation from the shore to the island. Coming from Canada, which was -3°C during the time when we were traveling, this experience was beautiful & we were also celebrating our second engagement anniversary anniversary on this night. The people, tour guide and all the people who ever took apart for the rhythm of the night show where fantastic and kudos to the entire team for putting up such a show! Even when we were travelling on the boat boat two and throw they were a group…”

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3.Show Mayahuel + Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 122 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

At Teatro Vallarta, watch Mayahuel retell the story of the maguey goddess, Quetzalcoatl, and the four elements through dance, acrobatics, fire, music, costumes, and projected effects. A tequila tasting follows. The 1 to 1.5-hour experience is in English and includes mobile entry.

“Enjoyed the show very much. It is sort of a cross between Cirque du Soleil with an indigenous story. The performers are very good and the show is very well put together. Highly reommended.”

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4.Pirate Ship Premium Dinner Cruise with Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $180

Board a pirate ship in Puerto Vallarta at 4:30 pm for a four-hour evening of live music, a theatrical pirate show, six dinner choices, unlimited premium drinks, preferred seating, and fireworks over Banderas Bay. The performance can include scenes better suited to older children.

“Super fun trip - tons of energy by the crew which got the audience excited and moving along as well. We did have to explain to our 5 year old that it was all a show, no one died and that the pirates where actually actors and not bad. He also wanted to understand why the balloon popping game was so funny to the adults- lol. Such a great time , the drinks where strong and the whole night had great energy.”

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5.Cabaret Show and Mixology Cocktails in a Mexican Cantina

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · 2 to 5 hours (approx.)

Spend an evening at La Catrina Cantina in Puerto Vallarta’s Romantic Zone with live music, possible drag entertainment, a tequila welcome shot, two Mexican specialty cocktails, Tajín popcorn, and costumes for joining the fun. Dinner costs extra, and seating may not guarantee a clear view of the stage.

“The cantina is beautiful, the wait staff are fun and friendly and the singers were amazing…but with this ticket, we expected to be seated where we could actually experience the show. The owner was the only one who had any idea of what the Viator ticket was and seemed to be surprised there was a booking. I made the booking over a month ago. Just go to the Catina, don’t bother with the Viator ticket.”

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6.Pirate Show and Dinner on a Cruise in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $268

Sail Puerto Vallarta Bay at sunset on a 700-ton wooden pirate galleon. You’ll get dinner, an open bar, live music, games, costumed characters, special effects, and fireworks during a four-hour evening cruise. The $268 price includes dinner and entertainment, but not transport, tips, or the $3 port fee.

“There was no communication by operator when we tried to contact them for exact meeting location via Viator app. After not hearing from them, we decided to call operator directory and they said the excursion was canceled. This was same day of excursion. Had we not called, we would have shown up and had been even more disappointed (and out taxi fare). Good thing we checked:”

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7.Dinner Under the Sea + Pirate Show in Puerto Vallarta Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $230Top rated

Board a 700-ton galleon at 4:30 pm for a four-hour Puerto Vallarta Bay cruise with an underwater-themed dinner, six meal choices, premium open bar, bilingual pirate entertainment, dancing, and fireworks. The experience ends where it begins at the marina.

“The show was fun and interactive, and the dinner was tasty! I loved my pirate, Alvin! He treated us well and was a ton of fun!”

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8.Show Evening Rhythms, Dinner Buffet, Boat Trip – Classic

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $196

Cruise Banderas Bay at sunset, then dine by candlelight at Las Caletas and watch an outdoor show of music, drums, stunts, and storytelling. The evening includes an open bar, buffet with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices, and a boat ride back to Puerto Vallarta. Minimum age is 6.

“Pricey but well worth it. The show was world class. The tropical setting is breathtaking. All the staff members are very friendly and accommodating. Be prepared for showers during the rainy season. Umbrellas are provided.”

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9.Cabaret Show with Cocktails & Costumes

★★★★★★★★★★3.1 · 5 reviews · 4 hours · from $17Best value

Spend up to four hours at La Catrina Cantina in Puerto Vallarta’s Romantic Zone. You’ll receive an infused-tequila shot, two Viva Mexico cocktails, Tajin popcorn, skip-the-line entry, and access to live music, costumes, and possible drag performances. The entertainment changes nightly.

“Unfortunately the Cabaret club that we purchased tickets for on this website did not accept our tickets. The manager stated he was accepting tickets previously however has only received one dollar from this company. I officially ask for a refund and would warn people NOT to buy tickets on this site.”

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10.Night Cruise at Puerto Vallarta, Pirate Show & Dinner!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $272

Set sail from Puerto Vallarta Marina at 5:30 pm aboard a galleon for a four-hour dinner show with live music, pirate comedy, bay views, fireworks, and a national open bar. The evening is lively and adult-leaning, with pirates such as Ruly, Alligator, and Alvin praised for personal service.

“Updated review of Pirate Ship evening cruise New Year’s 2025/ 2026.”

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11.Incredible Nightly Pirate Show in the Bay of Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $261

Board a pirate galleon at Puerto Vallarta’s marina at 5:30 pm for a four-hour evening on the bay. You’ll get live music, a comic drunken pirate show, dinner, flags, fireworks, a national open bar, and a final pirate party. The boat holds no more than 30 people.

“Great experience for the first time on a boat. The crew out on a hell of a show and was entertaining throught the entire boat ride. The dinner was excellent and drinks were a bonus. I would definitely do this again when i come back”

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12.Mayahuel Show & Tequila Tasting.

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $58

You’ll watch the Mayahuel story unfold through Aztec dance, clay flutes, drums, fire, acrobatics, and pyrotechnics. A bilingual host then guides you through tequila production and a tasting of premium varieties. The 1.5-hour program is wheelchair accessible, but hotel transport is not included.

“Show was excellent. I passed on the tequila tasting.”

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13.Night Rhythms – Alma – Show and Dinner in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 4 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

You’ll cruise from Puerto Vallarta to Las Caletas for a sunset boat ride, candlelit gourmet dinner, open bar, and Alma, a live show of music and acrobatics. The evening lasts about five hours, starts at Puerto Mágico, and returns to the same terminal. Minimum age is six.

“We paid $380 USD for VIP EXPERIENCE.Why not include all fees up front!! Terrible first start to our experience. Ruined the night”

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