"Our main goal is to elevate the category of rum through premiumization and #rumeducation."
Federico j. Hernández
Founder - TheRumLab.com
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ABOUT
We are eager to commemorate the 8th Chicago Rum Festival with you in the greatest rum city of the Americas. Join us at the iconic Logan Square Auditorium on April 26th, 2025. This event is ideal for rum connoisseurs, casual consumers, and industry professionals eager to explore and learn about rum, with over 40+ distinct award-winning premium rum brands. Indeed, there are around 200 distinct rum expressions available for sampling either NEAT or in a TWISTED DAIQUIRI.
Rum Festival – Grand Tasting: April 26th, 2025
DaiquiriMANIA (Twisted Daiquiris & Retro Music): April 26th, 2025
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Main Day
RUM FEST GRAND TASTING
THE GRAND TASTING IS LITERALLY WHAT YOU ARE IMAGINING. Ideal for both rum connoisseurs and casual consumers eager to taste (unlimited), explore, and learn about rum, with over 85 distinct award-winning premium rum brands (200 expressions). Based on your interest in rum, we offer different ticket options. Grand Tasting ticket holders can stay at the event during DaiquiriMANIA.
DATE & TIME
SATURDAY, APRIL 26th, 2025 | 2PM - 7PM
WHERE
LOGAN SQUARE AUDITORIUM
AUDIENCE
FROM RUM AFICIONADOS TO NEW CONSUMERS (LOOKING TO TASTE SOME GOOD RUM)
Main Day
COCKTAIL SESSION
DaiquiriMANIA is a new program TheRumLab will be launching in 2025 during the Intro to Rum Session, which will take place during the GRAND TASTING SESSION (5 p.m. and 7pm.). DaiquiriMANIA will be a vibrant celebration of the classic daiquiri cocktail, reimagined with a modern twist and set to the nostalgic beats of retro music. This concept should bring together rum enthusiasts, cocktail lovers, and music aficionados for a night of delicious drinks and unforgettable tunes.
Participating Brands (Lot's more soon)
Key Partners
seminar schedule
TO BE ANNOUNCED CLOSER TO THE EVENT DATE
Register and Get Access To..
GRAND TASTING
Taste some of the best rums in the world. From Fiji to Puerto Rico. Check out our VIP Tickets, as they offer great perks.
GREAT SPEAKERS & SEMINARS
Hear and learn directly from master distillers, master blenders, brand owners, marketing managers, and other amazing professionals in the field
NETWORKING
Great opportunity to mingle with other rum aficionados like your self.
Get Tickets
Knowledge Box
Learn about CHRF
We have created a simple 101 to RUM page, which will provide you with a basic guide about the category. Additionally, you may require further information about the venue or the process of becoming a sponsor or vendor at the event.
All our tickets are available on EventBrite. We recommend to see the options we offer per day and per session (time slots).
The event is for adults 21+. ID will be required at the entrance. Regarding dress code: It’s Chicago. Dress nice, we call it resort style. But be ready for the MidWest Funky Weather.
You will receive an email from EventBrite with your ticket. Please make sure to see the title of your ticket, as it clarifies what your date and time of entry to the event.
Venue
LOGAN SQUARE AUDITORIUM
Built in 1915, the Logan Square Auditorium is a historic ballroom located in the heart of one of Chicago’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Enriched with elegant details and equipped with a state-of-the-art sound system and full liquor bar, the Logan Square Auditorium hosts a range of events from concerts to weddings, special events, and festivals.
Where
2539 North Kedzie Boulevard Chicago, IL 60647
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