# Mexico Independence Day celebrations in Puerto Vallarta

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mexico-independence-day-celebrations-in-puerto-vallarta
> Updated: 2026-09-07T12:14:55.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Puerto Vallarta is preparing for a traditional civic-military parade on September 16 to commemorate the 216th anniversary of Mexico’s Independence. 

Personnel from the Twelfth Naval Zone have initiated rehearsals and training exercises, including naval formations and search-and-location demonstrations involving canine teams. The Mexican Navy has invited both residents and tourists to attend. The municipal government has also requested the participation of various civil, cultural, and educational organizations in the commemorations.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-07: Puerto Vallarta prepares for September 16 Independence Day parade

Puerto Vallarta is preparing for a civic-military parade on September 16 to celebrate Mexico’s Independence Day, featuring rehearsals by the Mexican Navy and participation from local schools and organizations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/puerto-vallarta-prepares-for-september-16-independence-day-parade

### 2026-08-25: Puerto Vallarta launches municipal internationalization plan

Puerto Vallarta has introduced a new internationalization plan focused on five pillars: global positioning, municipal diplomacy, connectivity, investment attraction, and sustainable tourism.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/puerto-vallarta-launches-municipal-internationalization-plan

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Cite as: Mexico Independence Day celebrations in Puerto Vallarta. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/mexico-independence-day-celebrations-in-puerto-vallarta