New Year’s Eve Celebration in Puerto Vallarta 2023

The best beach location to ring in the New Year is without a doubt Puerto Vallarta, which is synonymous with revelry.

Hotels, restaurants, villas, and private boats all offer distinctive experiences for different interests and lifestyles. These alternatives are available from Marina Vallarta to the Romantic Zone and beyond.

On the evening of December 31, the celebration spills out onto the streets and fills the historic Malecón with excitement. There will be fireworks at midnight, live music, and a celebratory atmosphere. Without a question, the Malecón is THE location to soak in the positive energy of the brand-new cycle.

Here are some ideas to make the evening a memorable one, no matter how you choose to celebrate the arrival of 2023. Always make bookings in advance for the best possible service.

Marina Vallarta options

If you’re looking for a relaxed, stress-free way to ring in the New Year, then a trip to Marina Vallarta is the way to go.

Marriott Resort Puerto Vallarta will host a lavish New Year’s Eve Party 2023, drawing inspiration from the region’s indigenous Wixárika (Huichol) people, giving guests a choice between two fantastic seaside activities perfect for celebrating with loved ones. A premium open bar and canapés will complement the evening’s four-course gourmet meal. Join us at the Gran Salón for a live musical countdown as we bid farewell to the year 2022.

The Westin Resort “Roaring 20s, Gatsby New Year’s Eve Party 2023” is inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic eponimous novel, and features a special gala menu with a variety of entrées (meats, fish, seafood, and pastas), a premium open bar, desserts, and delicious taquitos al pastor for the after party!

Countless restaurants, bars, and cafes along the boardwalk, all offering New Year’s Eve celebration menus and breathtaking views of the marina from their outdoor patios. Enjoy a four-course meal of Italian delicacies and a premium open bar on the terrace of Porto Bello for a price that also includes a party kit, grapes, and music with a DJ.

To keep the celebration going without leaving the area, head to Luccas Piano Bar, which is just in front of the massive whale sculpture, for their “Masquerade N.Y.E. Ball.” Célebre Vallarta, located in Plaza Neptuno, is a good alternative if you’re looking for a place with a younger and more relaxed vibe.

Puerto Vallarta Hotel Zone

Without a doubt, Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center is a top choice for events of this nature. Black and white celebration under the star-themed event with a beautiful buffet, international drinks bar, welcome cocktail, raffles, star show, 12 grapes, fireworks, and live orchestra to ring in 2023. Not to be missed!

An international buffet meal, national open bar, live music, a fire show, and, at midnight, pyrotechnics and a special performance are all part of the “Casino New Year’s Eve Dinner” theme party taking place at Villa del Palmar Puerto Vallarta.

Nightclubs Strana Puerto Vallarta and Six Vallarta are throwing themed parties to ring in 2023 with a bang, and the festivities are, of course, expected to last far beyond midnight. Monkey Business Puerto Vallarta, located in the centre of the Hotel Zone close to Hotel Krystal, plans on having a seasonal food menu and live music with karaoke.

Colonia Versalles, Puerto Vallarta

You can satisfy even the pickiest eaters in Puerto Vallarta’s hipster district of Versalles. Chef Gaetano Simonetti’s trattoria, La Tosca, will host a farewell dinner for 2022 featuring a four-course meal, welcome cocktail, 12 grapes, and a glass of Prosecco, all set to live music. One of the newest additions to the neighbourhood, Homún, will offer a six-course meal paired with four different wines (including those from Mexico and Spain) and the standard dozen grapes.

Two restaurants that are well-kept secrets among the locals are notable for both their distinct culinary proposal and the hospitality of their hosts. They are conveniently situated next to one other on Aldanaca Street. Chef Graciela “Chela” has designed a four-course unique dinner at Orégano Caribbean Cuisine, including a New Year’s kit and a dozen grapes. Close by, La Gallega a taberna do porto will be serving a special 4-course “Aninovo 2023” menu, along with complimentary grapes and a glass of sparkling wine, while the owner Agustin and his crew prepare for a New Year’s Eve cotillion for all of the guests.

Puerto Vallarta Downtown Area

Joyous revellers spill out onto the streets on December 31 for a night of celebration that will never be forgotten. There will be fireworks at midnight and the party atmosphere will last well into the opening hours of 2023.

Malecón/Boardwalk

Puerto Vallarta will say farewell to a very positive 2022 and welcome the even better new year with a magnificent party in the centre of the city, thanks to the festivities planned by the municipal government, presided over by Professor Luis Alberto Michel Rodríguez, for December 31st.

An great musical programme for all tastes has been put together by the Vallarta Institute of Culture in collaboration with SEAPAL Vallarta and the Directorate of Tourism and Economic Development. It will begin at 7:00 PM with the presentation of singer, Samaniega, and will later give way to the performances of Martin ‘El Auténtico de Nayarit’.

The Sierra rhythm of Los Tres del Ranchito will be played on the stage that will be built for this event in the malecon area at 8:00 PM, and Griz MX will perform at 10:00 PM. Later, at 11:00PM, it will be the turn of Grupo Zafiro, who will get those present dancing with their happy festive rhythms and great voices.

The countdown to the last seconds of 2022 will begin shortly before midnight, and a dazzling pyrotechnical-musical extravaganza will greet the opening minutes of 2023 in a multicoloured spectacle that will light up the Banderas Bay’s sky.

This evening, a surprise group will close with a flourish. This new year’s event is expected to be attended by a significant number of locals and tourists, who will be able to enjoy this magnificent celebration securely thanks to the implementation of a special operation by municipal authorities and other government agencies.

Even if the Malecón is THE location to soak in the positive energy of the beginning of a new cycle, there are many more places to celebrate in the heart of the World’s Friendliest City.

Hotel Rosita‘s prime position on the northern end of the Malecon makes it the ideal place to ring in the new year. There are a variety of international delicacies to pick from in the restaurant’s four-course menu, as well as an open bar with specialty cocktails, the standard 12 grapes, and a glass of sparkling wine to toast with at midnight. The oldest and most classic hotel in Puerto Vallarta is throwing a celebration, complete with a raffle of various items and live music.

For 32 years, visitors to Puerto Vallarta for New Year’s have considered Café des Artistes Puerto Vallarta a must-visit. The year 2022 will be sent out in style with a five-course meal prepared by Michelin-starred chef Thierry Blouet. He’ll be incorporating dishes from both the French culinary canon and the Mexican culinary legacy. A bottle of champagne, New Year’s decorations, and a DJ are all included in the price.

Try ringing in the New Year on a private yacht with Vallarta Adventures for a unique once in a lifetime experience. The three-hour excursion includes a dinner under the stars, an open bar, and hors d’oeuvres and other gourmet fare. Drink sparkling wine and eat the traditional 12 grapes while watching the New Year’s Eve fireworks extravaganza on the Malecon. Everyone over the age of ten, including younger kids, should go for this option.

Romantic Zone, Puerto Vallarta

The festivities south of Puerto Vallarta, across the Cuale River, are just as lively and will be part of what hotels, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs will be offering. Daiquiri Dick’s on the Beach, recently renewed and reopened at the foot of the traditional OlasAltas/Los Muertos beach, will be hosting a farewell dinner for 2022 with a charming three-course menu created by its new owners, the chefs of Hollywood stars, Wayne Elias and Martin Gonzales. There will be a jazz band and a live DJ to add to the festive atmosphere as guests enjoy an open bar, a champagne toast, and grapes at midnight.

There is no doubt that dining at Mar y Vino, a new rooftop restaurant bar concept, will be a once-in-a-lifetime event. Kick back on the terrace or put your toes in the pool while you enjoy the greatest sunset and a selection of fresh seafood served with incredible creative cocktails.

Noroc is a fusion restaurant with the best view in Puerto Vallarta and breathtaking sunsets, where you can enjoy the delicious dishes of Chef Arturo de Jesus González and specialty drinks.

The sense of a fresh start and potential for improvement floats the air as the new year begins. The “ik” day sign of the Mayan calendar represents the wind, and this symbol is the inspiration for the food and drinks served at IK Mixology Bar & Cuisine. Those who breathe it in experience a surge of vitality and energy, mirroring the revitalising effects of the refreshing components in culinary creations.

Kaiser Maximilian, a favourite in the Romantic Zone known for its charming Austrian bistro decor and European-inspired haute cuisine with local ingredients, has been a favourite among connoisseurs for decades. The evening will be made more festive with DJ music and a special 5-course feast prepared by chef Carlos Palomera and hosted by Andreas Rupprechter.

Cuates & Cuetes has been a favourite of locals and tourists alike for the past 29 years thanks to its delicious food, lively atmosphere, and prime beachside position in front of the Los Muertos pier. Each guest will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine, and there will be live music and a DJ to help ring in the New Year 2023.

La Palapa Restaurant and El Dorado Restaurant, two classical and famous beachside restaurants, are planning a wonderful beach party to ring in the new year. They are both a guarantee for a romantic evening in a tropically elegant environment. Hosted by the establishment’s proud proprietor, Alberto Pérez, the party will have a sumptuous five-course meal, an open bar stocked with premium liquors, a disc jockey, dance floor, fireworks, and the standard party gear, and is set to be the greatest in the bay.

The legendary Mantamar Beach Club is throwing a “Sinners & Saints” New Year’s Eve party, complete with DJ sets from Dani Toro, GSP, Diego Alvarez, and Luis Vazquez and a host of other special guests. Guests at the Top Sky Bar at the Almar Resort may take in breathtaking views of the bay and the nightly fireworks displays. A five-course meal, a live DJ, and a drag show are all part of the “New Year’s Eve 2023 Dinner at The Top in Almar Resort.”

Countless bars and nightclubs in the Romantic Zone and Olas Altas host ticketed New Year’s Eve events and theme parties, often with after-parties that go on into the wee hours of the morning.

Puerto Vallarta’s South Zone

Intimate dinners can be had in Puerto Vallarta’s southern area, away from the noise and bustle of the Romantic Zone and Downtown PV, at any of a number of restaurants with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and the fireworks show that lights up the entire bay.

Le Kliff Restaurant

The outstanding gourmet food at Le Kliff, which incorporates modern and Vallarta-style accents, is second only to the spectacular natural scenery. It offers a special five-course New Year’s meal with a glass of sparkling wine, 12 grapes of happiness, New Year’s kit, decorated table, DJ, and illumination.

The “New Year’s Eve Party” at Costa Sur Resort & Spa has a five-course dinner with the customary 12 grapes, a live DJ, and fireworks at midnight, in addition to its unmatched panoramic views and warm and attentive service.

Rhythms of the Night

On the last night of the year, Vallarta Adventures offers two unforgettable ways to see the stunning beaches to the south of Puerto Vallarta. Rhythms of the Night takes visitors on a boat ride to the secluded paradise of Las Caletas beach, where they can watch a spectacular contemporary dance presentation that honours Mexico’s pre-Hispanic heritage. An open bar and candlelit dinner round out the experience.

Majahuitas by Night

If you’re looking for a New Year’s Eve party where you can “see and be seen,” Majahuitas is the place to go. This remote beach is encircled by the Sierra Madre Mountains and is covered in wild tropical vegetation. Roderic, igo Vontier, Mary Moon, Sabrina Anaya, and a fantastic performance by Tom & Collins are just a few of the well-known musicians who will be performing at the party. The adults-only cruise features a buffet supper by chef Mario Castro, an open bar, and a scenic boat ride around the harbour.

Source: Visitapuertovallarta.com.mx