San Francisco Rum Fest & Congress 2024

TheRumLab.com is proud to celebrate the 9th San Francisco Rum Festival (AKA California Rum Festival). For 2024, we are adding the 1st Rum Congress portion to the event. The boutique-style event will showcase a handful of brands that emphasize the education and premiumization of the rum category. The event will be held at SOMARTS (934 Brannan St, San Francisco CA). 

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

Currently, the San Francisco Rum Fest & Congress will be on:

- Saturday, August 31st: RUM CONGRESS
- Sunday, Sept 1st: RUM FESTIVAL (THE GRAND TASTING)

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Please see the agenda and ticket options per day.

SATURDAY - AUG 31st - RUM CONGRESS

What to expect: 

- This will be a series of Symposiums one after the other, starting at 1:30 pm until 6:30 pm. 
- Welcome cocktail from 2:00 pm). More details at SFRumFest.com

Price: Early Bird: $60.00 (Limited quantity) | Regular Price: $80.00 (Limited quantity)

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SUNDAY - SEPT 1st - RUM FESTIVAL "GRAND TASTING"

VIP "RUM EXPERTS" Session: consists of a 5.5-hour program (1:30 pm - 7:00 pm) offering the attendees the opportunity to:

• 2.5 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

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

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The Spirit Industry Session: consists of a 1.5-hour program (2:00 pm - 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: $45.00

Note: Only for members of the trade (bars, restaurants, and retail sales of beer and spirits) and beverage media. 

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VIP "RUM ENTHUIAST" Session: consists of a 4-hour program (3:00 pm - 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 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

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

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

• 3 oz. souvenir cup 
• Taste premium rums
• Attend brand seminars (RSVP only as space is limited.) (More details soon.)

Price: Regular: $65.00 - $75.00

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DaiquiriMANIA & Intro to Rum Session: consists of a 2-hour program (5:00 pm - 7:00 pm) offering the attendees the opportunity to: 

• 3 oz. souvenir cup 
• Taste premium rums + Twisted Daiquiris
• Attend brand seminars (RSVP only as space is limited.) (More details soon.)

Price: Regular: $55.00+

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Other events: Please visit the website for more information.  

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

SF Rum Festival &/or its associates recommends that you purchase tickets directly through SFRumFest.com.com, humantix.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 Event Center could be complicated.

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

Dress code requirements? It’s 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.