New York Rum Festival 2023

TheRumLab.com is proud to celebrate the 6th New York Rum Festival & Congress. The boutique-style event will showcase a handful of brands that emphasize the education and premiumization of the rum category. The rum festival will be at the Metropolitan Pavilion - 125 W 18th St, New York, NY 10011

The USA is considered one of the most important countries for the entire rum industry. Before the American Revolution, rum was the most consumed spirit, and now an awakening is occurring.

The state of New York by itself is one of the largest rum consumer markets in the USA.

Our team is the producers of the Puerto Rico Rum Festival "Taste of Rum", Miami Rum Congress, California, New York, LA Rum Fest, San Francisco Rum Fest, and the Chicago Rum Festival. All events are attracting hundreds of people from trade, rum aficionados, tourists & locals.

SATURDAY - JUNE 10th

What to expect: Saturday offers the opportunity to attend the Grand Tasting and seminar events. Four independent sessions are happening on this day. Below we will describe each session based on times and market.

SESSION #1 - The Trade "Industry" Session consists of a 1.5-hour program (2 - 3:30 pm) offering industry professionals the opportunity to:

Network with the brand representative

Taste premium rums

Attend Trade Focus Seminars (RSVP only as space is limited. More details soon)

Mingle with industry colleagues

Note: Only For members of the trade (bar, restaurant & retail sale of beer/spirits) and beverage media.

Price: Regular Price: $45.00 (Limited amount)| Note: Only For members of the trade (bar, restaurant & retail sale of beer/spirits) and beverage media.

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SESSION #2 - VIP Rum Experts Session consists of a 5-hour program (2 - 7:00 pm) offering the attendees the opportunity to:

2 Hour early admission

Exclusive tasting cup presented by The NEAT Glass

Taste premium rums

Access to 2 VIP Seminars (RSVP only as space is limited. More details soon)

Attend Consumer seminars (RSVP only as space is limited. More details soon)

Automatic subscription to TheRumLab Weekly Industry Newsletter

Participate in The Rum Cocktail Hours

Price: Early Bird: $75.00 (Limited quantity) | Regular Price: $95.00 | Duo Pass: $180.00

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SESSION #3 - VIP Enthusiastic Session consists of a 4-hour program (3 - 7:00 pm) offering the attendees the opportunity to:

1 Hour early admission

Exclusive tasting cup presented by The NEAT Glass

Taste premium rums

Access to 1 VIP Seminar (RSVP only as space is limited. More details soon)

Attend Consumer seminars (RSVP only as space is limited. More details soon)

Automatic subscription to TheRumLab Weekly Industry Newsletter

Participate in The Rum Cocktail Hours

Price: Early Bird: $70.00 (Limited quantity) | Regular Price: $85.00 | Duo Pass: $160.00

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SESSION #4: Rum Aficionados General Admission Tasting Session consists of a 3-hour program (4 - 7:00 pm) offering the attendees the opportunity to:

3oz souvenir cup

Taste premium rums

Attend Consumer seminars (RSVP only as space is limited. More details soon)

Price: Early Bird: $60.00 (Limited quantity)Regular Price: $75.00 (Limited amount if any available)Duo Pass: $130.00

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Other events: Please visit the website for more information.

AGES: 21+ ONLY (NO CHILDREN)

NO PETS | NO REFUNDS | ALL SALES FINAL | Management reserves the right of admission.

Tickets: After completing your purchase on Eventbrite, you will receive an email confirmation with your attached PDF ticket(s). You MUST print and bring your PDF tickets AND VALID PHOTO IDENTIFICATION to be admitted to the event.

Ticket Transfer Policy: You may gain entry to the event even if your name is not on your ticket ONLY so long as the barcode is scannable. The rum festival &/or its associates is not responsible if ticket(s) cannot be scanned and the order is under a different name than the person presenting the ticket.

Dress Code: All attendees must have the proper attire to enter the event. Beach clothing like bikinis, bathing suits, etc is not allowed. Management has the full right to deny entry to guests whose dress code could be considered inappropriate. Management will advise guests on alternatives or recommendations to be allowed entry to the event.

Ticket Reminder: To ensure your satisfaction, The rum festival &/or its associates cannot guarantee tickets purchased from unauthorized third-party resellers (individuals or brokers).

Photo and Video Release: By purchasing a ticket to the event you agree and acknowledge that the Rum Festival &/or its associates plan to take photography and video at the 2023 Rum festival and reproduce them in news, educational, and/or promotional material, whether in print, electronic or other media including Rum festival &/or its associated websites.

The rum festival &/or its associates recommends that you purchase tickets directly through the event's main website, eventbrite.com, our authorized partners, and the venue box offices.

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FAQs

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event? Yes, a Legal ID. Must be 21 Years or over to attend.

I am part of the Trade, and I am buying a Trade Session ticket. Can I stay for other sessions? No. Each session requires its corresponding individual ticket.

What are my transport/parking options for getting to the event? Best option: Lyft or Uber. Parking around the venue is very complicated.

For parking options: There is a public parking space near the venue. (Be responsible, don't drink & drive.)

Dress code requirements? It’s late spring, so please come relaxed yet ready to go to another venue afterward if you so choose.

Which session should I attend? Either session will be great and fun for any type of beverage enthusiast! We can gladly help with further questions, contact us.