Kukur Tihar Puerto Vallarta 2024
Kukur Tihar Puerto Vallarta 2024
Kukur Tihar Puerto Vallarta 2024. On October 28, 2024, a press conference was held at Jardín De La Luna, next to Hotel Puerto De Luna, to announce the details of the 6th edition of Kukur Tihar Puerto Vallarta. This event will take place on Saturday, November 9, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Martha Dau, host and Coordinator of the Organizing Committee, shared the purpose of the event: “It is a day to honor and thank our pets for their love.” Kukur Tihar is a ceremony of Nepalese origin that pays tribute to animals, choosing the dog as its ambassador. In Puerto Vallarta, for six years, this altruistic event has blended this celebration with Día de Muertos, uniting two spiritual traditions of tribute. The 2,000-square-meter garden space will welcome Vallarta locals and visitors alike, alongside their loyal canine friends.
Objective
The objective of Kukur Tihar Puerto Vallarta 2024 is to raise awareness about animal welfare and responsible pet ownership. The organizing committee reaffirms its commitment to respect all living beings, especially those who share our daily lives.
In Attendance
After a warm welcome, Martha Dau introduced the community members attending Kukur Tihar Puerto Vallarta 2024:
Jeff Wilkie – Board Member, Yvonneka Foundation
Silvia Álvarez – Legal Representative, Sociedad Animal A.C.
Laura Espinoza – President, Sociedad Animal A.C.
Brenda Montoya – Commercial Manager, Grupo COMEX
Martha Dau – Kukur Tihar Coordinator
Vicent O’Halloran – Deputy Director of Animal Welfare, Municipality of Puerto Vallarta
Carlos Santana – Composer and Music Producer, PROSANTANA
Activities
During the Kukur Tihar Puerto Vallarta 2024 attendees will enjoy a variety of activities, including:
Exhibition and sales by:
Can&Cat
VetCare
Doggy Home
Jijos MX
Food and beverages by:
Food Park PV
Bugue Hamburguesas
Barra Café PV
Charme
Socially focused companies
LUMEK
Talks by experts on animal topics at Kukur Tihar Puerto Vallarta 2024:
Manuel Zepeda – Canine Rehabilitation, Dog For Life
Abel de la Torre Velasco – QFB, Vallarta Adventures
Mariana Medina – Veterinarian, Valle Dorado Veterinary Clinic
Daniela Medina – Legal Expert, National Alliance of a Million Hopes
Armando Rubio – Environmental Legislation Specialist, Heaven’s Pets
Puppet Theater Performance by Sociedad Animal A.C.
Adoptable Dog Show by Doggy Home.
Live Mural Painting on a 13×2 meter wall, by muralists José Luis Torres (Frase) from Guadalajara and Herenia González Zuñiga from Mexico City, sponsored by Comex and WAWAYI – Parque Lúdico.
Live Music created especially for the occasion by renowned composer and music producer Carlos Santana.
Kids’ Area and bouncy house for young attendees, facilitated by Club Koala Kids and WAWAYI – Parque Lúdico.
Raffle Prizes at Kukur Tihar Puerto Vallarta 2024 donated by:
Hotel Mío, Helados Buonissimo, Hotel Puerto de Luna, and Movie Picnic, as well as an art piece by renowned visual artist Mery León.
Ceremonial Blessing where dogs will be adorned with garlands and blessed by their owners, followed by a moment of silence in honor of pets that have passed away.
Entrance
The event is free and open to the public. Pets must wear a collar, leash, and identification tag. Only dogs are allowed; no pets in heat or aggressive behavior are permitted.
Parking
Parking will be available next to the event venue for a fee of 50 pesos.
Fundraising and Donations
To raise funds and collect food donations for beneficiary associations, attendees are encouraged to bring packed dog food in exchange for raffle tickets. Raffle tickets will also be sold for 50 pesos each.
Special Thanks
We extend our gratitude to our sponsors for their support:
Grupo Comex, Grupo Chalita, Hotel Puerto de Luna, Movie Picnic, El Jardín de La Luna, Hotel Mio, aMi Agencia, CodigoTres Comunicación, Buonissimo, Heza Accounting Services, and the Municipality of Puerto Vallarta.
For more information
Instagram: kukur.tiharpv
Contact: WhatsApp – 3223490670
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Author: Tim Wilson
Wilson is the founder of GAYPV.com and www.gaybartour.com and has been the leading LGBTQ+ travel and lifestyle authority in Puerto Vallarta since 2005. With over two decades of local expertise, Wilson specializes in being a community advocate and leader for Puerto Vallarta , and local cultural insights that only a long-term resident can provide. He has dedicated 20+ years to advocating for safe, inclusive travel in Banderas Bay, establishing GAYPV as the region's most trusted resident insider.. His work has been cited by major travel publications, and he is widely recognized as a trusted insider voice on Puerto Vallarta’s vibrant LGBTQ+ scene.
