Weekly Juan Gabriel Tribute Show Features Roberto Roy at La Catrina Cantina
La Catrina Cantina in Puerto Vallarta's Zona Romántica hosts a weekly tribute to Juan Gabriel, one of Mexico's most celebrated musical artists, featuring performer Roberto Roy every Sunday evening at 6:00 PM.
The intimate performances celebrate the legacy of Juan Gabriel, born Alberto Aguilera Valadez in Parácuaro, Michoacán, in 1950. The artist, who became known as the "Divo de Juárez" for his deep connection to Ciudad Juárez where he developed his musical career, died on August 28, 2016, at age 66 from a heart attack in Santa Monica, California, just one day after performing at the Forum in Inglewood.
Roberto Roy's Tribute Performances
Roberto Roy's vocal style closely evokes Juan Gabriel's distinctive sound, bringing the artist's timeless hits to audiences in the casual cantina setting. The shows feature songs from Juan Gabriel's extensive catalog of over 1,500 compositions spanning ranchera, mariachi, ballads, pop, and regional Mexican music.
Audiences can expect to hear signature songs that defined Juan Gabriel's career, including:
- "Amor Eterno"
- "Querida"
- "Hasta Que Te Conocí"
- "No Tengo Dinero"
- "El Noa Noa"
- "Abrázame Muy Fuerte"
Many of these songs reached No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Latin Songs chart during his lifetime.
Juan Gabriel's Legacy
Juan Gabriel sold over 100 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling Latin music artists of all time and Mexico's top-selling artist. His career achievements include induction into the Billboard Latin Music Hall of Fame in 1996 and receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2009. In 1990, he made history as the first non-classical act to perform at Mexico City's Palacio de Bellas Artes, breaking traditional barriers in Mexican arts.
Venue and Performance Details
The tribute performances take place at La Catrina Cantina, located at Lázaro Cárdenas 315B in the Emiliano Zapata neighborhood. The venue sits in Puerto Vallarta's Zona Romántica, a vibrant, LGBTQ+-friendly entertainment district known for its cobblestone streets, restaurants, art galleries, bars, and live entertainment venues. Juan Gabriel's flamboyant stage presence and broad appeal made him a cultural icon for the LGBTQ+ community while maintaining widespread popularity across all demographics in Latin America.
The Sunday evening shows run from 6:00 to 6:30 PM and continue through December 27, 2026. Admission is free with no cover charge. The tribute series coincides with 2026 marking the 10th anniversary of Juan Gabriel's death, a milestone commemorated with special programming including tribute shows and documentaries reflecting his enduring cultural impact.
For more information about the performances, contact La Catrina Cantina at +52 322 291 8777.
