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Amado Nervo Bridge Opens Between Vallarta and Nayarit

October 28, 2026

The Amado Nervo bridge opens between Puerto Vallarta and Bahía de Banderas, adding a toll-free route through Ixtapa and San Vicente.

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What to Watch in Puerto Vallarta Today

City Hall finances, land-sale warnings and the holiday tourism buildup are on Puerto Vallarta’s radar this Wednesday, October 28.

City Hall’s payroll dispute: Councilor Melissa Madero says municipal records show 668 more positions than authorized for 2026. A response explaining the discrepancy remains the next development to watch; her figures are allegations, not an audit finding.
Land buyers face a fresh warning: The regional Procuraduría Agraria has flagged irregular subdivisions around Ixtapa, La Desembocada, El Cantón and El Colorado. Buyers considering a purchase today should check the property’s legal status before paying. Vallarta Daily’s coverage.
A cruise call is scheduled today: Discovery Princess is expected in Puerto Vallarta on Wednesday, according to the port schedule reported by NNC. Its passengers would add business for local guides, shops and restaurants.
Holiday hotel demand is building: Municipal tourism director Alejandra Cornejo forecasts roughly 95% occupancy for the coming Día de Muertos weekend. That is a weekend projection, rather than today’s occupancy figure, as businesses prepare for the influx.
Cemetery capacity remains unresolved: Ahead of the holiday, the municipal cemetery chief estimates six to eight months of burial space remain. El Zancudo still had no formal opening date in the latest detailed report.

What’s happening in PV today?

Wednesday, October 28 brings a free gallery night, community activities, and live performances; all times are local Puerto Vallarta time.

REWIND — Monaco, Gina Ibarra and Daniel Celis: 5 p.m., The Palm Cabaret & Bar, Olas Altas 508, Zona Romántica. Live vocals and a band revisit music from the 1960s through the 2000s; tickets are listed at 700 pesos.
Pet adoption afternoon and pet memorial ofrenda: 5 p.m., La Isla Puerto Vallarta, Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio 2479, Zona Hotelera. An afternoon for pet adoption and remembering departed pets.
Hallowkink by Gloria Fiona: 5 p.m., La Catrina Cantina, Lázaro Cárdenas 315B, Emiliano Zapata. Gloria Fiona and the Trio de Minuit dancers present burlesque, music, and a costume contest; the cover is 500 pesos.
Vallarta ArtWalk season opening: 6–10 p.m., participating galleries in Centro Histórico. The free, self-guided route has no required starting point; Galería Barcelona Tapas at Matamoros 906 is one participating venue.
Auréa Concerts — Halloween at the Movies: 7 p.m., TierraLuna Gardens Forum, Carretera a Barra de Navidad km 7.5. A symphonic soundtrack concert includes a three-course dinner; tickets are 1,990 pesos per person. Reservations: 322 182 1652.
El eco de las almas: 7:30 p.m., La Isla Shopping Mall amphitheater, Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio 2479. The official Festival de las Almas program lists a free ancestral ofrenda and cultural presentation tonight.

Water outage / public service alert today?

The Amado Nervo bridge inauguration, Las Palmas detours and a scheduled water interruption in nearby Mezcales lead the service watch for Wednesday, October 28.

Amado Nervo bridge: The official inauguration is scheduled for 6:30 a.m. today, linking Ixtapa and San Vicente across the Ameca River. Follow traffic officers and posted access instructions; the announced ceremony time does not establish that every approach is already open.
Las Palmas closure continues: Sewer replacement work affects Avenida Las Palmas at Avenida México. SEAPAL’s October 26 notice calls for roughly two more weeks of closure, so allow extra time through this area today.
Northbound detour: SEAPAL directs drivers through Palma Areka → Bahía de Tenacatita → the alley behind the Fiscalía → Avenida México. Follow the temporary signs at the work zone.
Southbound detour: Use Palma Areka → Palma Real → Avenida Manuel Lepe → Avenida Las Flores → Avenida México, according to SEAPAL’s published diversion.
Mezcales water interruption: Across the state line, Oromapas has announced low pressure or no water from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today for connection work in Mezcales. The notice does not extend the outage to all of Bahía de Banderas.
Elsewhere in Puerto Vallarta: No additional major citywide disruption to water, electricity, garbage collection, or public transport was confirmed this morning. Neighborhood incidents may still occur; SEAPAL’s 24-hour switchboard is 322 226 9191.

Red flags close nine popular Puerto Vallarta beaches as rip currents rise

Beach flag or ocean warning today?

Rain and storm-generated swell call for caution on Puerto Vallarta’s beaches this Wednesday, October 28.

Today’s weather: The published city forecast calls for light rain and temperatures around 27–28°C. Carry rain protection if heading outdoors.
Surf and rip-current risk: The National Hurricane Center’s 3 a.m. Puerto Vallarta time advisory places Tropical Storm Vance about 365 km west of Cabo Corrientes. It warns that storm-generated swell can cause dangerous surf and rip currents along west-central Mexico over the coming days.
Beach flags and wildlife: A municipal beach-by-beach flag bulletin from the past 48 hours was not available at the morning check, and today’s harmful-wildlife status remains unconfirmed. Ask the lifeguard about the flag and any wildlife warning before entering the water.
River mouths and runoff: As a precaution with rain in the forecast, avoid swimming beside river outlets or in water carrying debris or visible runoff, including near the Cuale, Pitillal and Ameca mouths.
Boat trips and water taxis: We could not confirm current port operating restrictions this morning. Check with your operator before leaving for the pier, particularly for small-boat trips.

Peso exchange rate today?

The dollar is near 18.65 pesos in Wednesday’s morning reference, with today’s U.S. Federal Reserve decision the main scheduled market event.

USD/MXN reference: Wise displays 18.6549 pesos per U.S. dollar for October 28. This is a mid-market indication, not a guaranteed bank, ATM, or exchange-counter rate.
Morning movement: That reference is 0.162% higher than yesterday, meaning a slightly weaker peso against the dollar.
Fed decision at noon: The Federal Reserve is scheduled to release its policy decision at 12 p.m. Puerto Vallarta time, concluding its October 27–28 meeting.
Press conference at 12:30 p.m.: Guidance on the next rate decision could move the dollar and peso. XTB’s pre-meeting analysis flags December as a key focus for markets.
For spending today: At that reference, US$100 equals about 1,865 pesos before fees or exchange spreads. Compare the final pesos offered, including any commission, when changing cash or sending money.

Airport/travel update today?

No major airport-wide disruption is reported for Puerto Vallarta this Wednesday morning, October 28, although total cancellations and delays remain unavailable; all times below are local.

Morning arrivals: FlightStats lists 11 distinct operating arrivals between 7:45 and 11:57 a.m. A reliable full-day arrivals and departures total was not available at the morning cutoff.
Early Mexico City services: Viva VB1166, scheduled to arrive at 7:45 a.m., and Aeroméxico AM330, scheduled for 8:30 a.m., are both listed on time.
International pickups: Scheduled arrivals include American AA2639 from Dallas at 10:29 a.m., WestJet WS2220 from Toronto at 11:05 a.m., Southwest WN108 from Houston Hobby at 11:30 a.m., and United UA1622 from Houston Intercontinental at 11:57 a.m.
Dallas departure: American AA2639 to Dallas–Fort Worth, scheduled for 11:29 a.m., is listed on time. Recheck your airline before leaving, since flight estimates and gates can change.