If you find yourself in the Puerto Vallarta area during the months of November through April, make sure to plan an outing up to the quaint beachside town of Bucerias just north of Puerto Vallarta. Every Thursday evening between the hours of 7pm to 9pm is the Bucerias Art Walk.
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With walkable streets and lots of art galleries to explore, the Bucerias Art Walk is a wonderful way to spend an evening enjoying beautiful art, the balmy Puerto Vallarta evening, and so much more. Read below to see what’s in store for you at this year’s Bucerias Art Walk season.
Bucerias Art Walk: Art, Crafts, Jewellery and More
Bucerias is a popular expat town and offers plenty of art, crafts, jewellery and handcrafted furniture. With about 14 art galleries, there are loads of cute boutiques and stores that make for an enjoyable evening of culture and fun. All of the art galleries are in close proximity to one another which makes it ideal for an evening stroll with family or friends. You will be treated to an array of Mexican arts and crafts including textiles, paintings, glassware, furniture, jewellery, portrait, mosaics and so much more. Some of the top art galleries you should visit include Milagros, Splash of Glass, Casabor – Galeria Mexicana, Jan Marie Boutique, Sandrina’s and the Casa del Artesano. If you are up for a bit of a longer walk, head south to the recently opened Hacienda de Arte. A beautiful open air hacienda with contemporary and abstract pieces from local artists, the Hacienda de Arte also regularly hosts workshops, yoga classes, painting classes and so much more.
Live Music and Great Ambiance
In addition to beautiful art, the evening ambiance at Bucerias Art Walk is energetic and vibrant. You will find lots of locals and visitors enjoying the evening, and you will not be at a loss for dining options if you would like to enjoy dinner or drinks as well. Prefer to skip dinner so you can have more time to enjoy the beautiful art? Many art galleries offer complimentary wine or appetizers you can sip and nibble as you peruse their masterpieces. The sounds of live music in the street will delight you as local musicians often make an appearance and will even sing a request for a small fee. Bucerias Art walk comes alive on Thursdays with tourists, locals and artists of all kinds mingling and enjoying the balmy evening breezes. Even the playful lights that are strung along the street make the experience even more magical.
Next time you find yourself in the Puerto Vallarta area during high season, plan a visit to the Bucerias Art Walk. Every Thursday from 7pm to 9pm, you can enjoy great art and a lively atmosphere that is sure to make for a fabulous evening of culture.