New York Rum Fest & Conference 2026

Schedule

Sat Jun 13 2026 at 02:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

100 Sutton St | Brooklyn, NY

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New York Rum Fest & Conference 2026 | Celebrating it's 9th anniversary.
About this Event

TheRumLab.com is proud to celebrate the 9th New York Rum Festival and Conference. The event will be held at 100 Sutton Studio, Brooklyn. We are proud to share the new date!

Join us on June 12th & 13th, 2026.

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.

TheRumLab team is the producer of the Puerto Rico Rum Fest "Taste of Rum", California, the Chicago Rum Festival, Texas Rum Fest, and the Miami Rum Congress. All events attract hundreds of people from trade, rum aficionados, tourists, & locals.

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Please see the agenda and ticket options per day.


SCHEDULE

Currently, The NY RUM FEST & CONGRESS will be divided into two parts offering different experiences.

Friday, June 12th – MAIN - RUM CONFERENCE (ENGLISH) - TBA | Date and venue could change.

Saturday, June 13th – MAIN - RUM FEST (ENGLISH) - 100 Sutton Studio (Greenpoint)

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JUNE 12 - RUM CONFERENCE | TIME: TBA ( Date and venue could change. )

Audience: RUM AFICIONADOS & EXPERTS (Industry professionals & General Consumers)

Details: consists of a 3-hour program offering the attendees the opportunity to:

  • 3 Super Geeky Seminars by Rum Experts.
  • Please see schedule for details.

Price: Early Bird $115.00 (limited quantity) | Regular Price: $135.00 – Rum Conference Pass | This pass includes VIP Rum Expert Ticket (Details below).


FRIDAY, June 12th, 2026
RUM CONGRESS

Venue: TBAAudience: PROFESIONALES IN THE FOLLOWING FIELDS: F&B, DISTILLERY, BARTENDER, IMPORT, DISTRIBUTION, MARKETING, ETC

What to expect:

This will be a series of symposiums, one after the other, starting around 10:00 am until 6:30 pm. (Schedule could change.)Complimentary Cocktails from GUEST RUM BRAND during breaks.

Price: Early Bird: $65.00 (Limited quantity)| Regular Price: $80.00 (limited quantity) | See DUO “Two Persons” ticket options for savings.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 13th, 2026
GRAND TASTING EVENT
  • Saturday offers the opportunity to attend the Grand Tasting events.
  • Pours are served NEAT (Straight up – .25oz)

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

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VIP RUM EXPERT Sessions | 1:30pm - 7:00pm

Audience: RUM AFICIONADOS & EXPERTS (Industry professionals & General Consumers)

Details: Consists of a 5.5-hour program offering the attendees the opportunity to:

  • 2.5 hours early admission
  • Exclusive tasting cup
  • Taste premium rums
  • Attend brand seminars (RSVP only as space is limited.)

Price: Early Bird: $85.00 (limited quantity) | Regular Price: $95.00 | See DUO “Two Persons” ticket options for savings.

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INDUSTRY TRADE: Grand Tasting Session | 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Audience: Members of the trade such as F&B, DISTILLERY, BARTENDER, IMPORT, DISTRIBUTION, MARKETING, ETC

Details: 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 brand seminars (RSVP only as space is limited. More details soon)
  • Mingle with industry colleagues

Price: Regular Price: $55.00 (limited amount)Note: Only for members of the trade (bar, restaurant & retail sale of beer/spirits) and beverage media.

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VIP RUM ENTHUSIASTIC: Grand Tasting Session | 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Audience: SPIRITS & RUM ENTHUSIASTIC (Industry professionals & General Consumers)

Details: Consists of a 4-hour program (3 – 7:00 pm) offering the attendees the opportunity to:

  • 1 hour early admission
  • Exclusive tasting cup
  • Taste premium rums
  • Attend brand seminars (RSVP only as space is limited.)

Price: Regular Price: $85.00 | See DUO “Two Persons” ticket options for savings.

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INTRO TO RUM: General Admission Grand Tasting Session | 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Audience: General Consumers interested in learning more about rum

Details: Consists of a 3-hour program (4:00 pm – 7:00 pm) offering the attendees the opportunity to:

  • 3oz souvenir cup
  • Taste premium rums

Price: Early Bird Price: $65.00 (limited quantity) | Regular Price: $75.00 | See DUO “Two Persons” ticket options for savings.

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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. New York 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, New York 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 New York Rum Festival &/or its associates plan to take photography and video at the 2026 New York Rum Festival and reproduce them in news, educational, and/or promotional material, whether in print, electronic, or other media, including New York Rum Festival &/or its associated websites.

TNew York Rum Festival &/or its associates recommends that you purchase tickets directly through newyorkrumfest.com, eventbrite.com, our authorized partners, and the venue box offices.

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FAQs

  1. Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event? Yes, a Legal ID. Attendees must be 21 years or older.
  2. 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.
  3. What are my transport/parking options for getting to the event? Best option: Lyft or Uber. Parking around the hotel is very complicated.
  4. For parking options: There is a public parking space near the venue. (Be responsible, don’t drink & drive.) | The hotel offers valet, but it’s very limited.
  5. Dress code requirements? It’s late spring, so please come relaxed yet ready to go to another venue afterward if you so choose.
  6. 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.
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Where is it happening?

100 Sutton St, 100 Sutton Street, Brooklyn, United States

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Tickets

USD 77.53 to USD 209.96

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