San Antonio Cigar Festival 2026 (4th Annual)

What this event is

The San Antonio (Texas) Cigar Festival is a 4-day celebration of cigar culture, community, and connection entering its 4th year in 2026. Organized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the festival raises funds to support education, veteran initiatives, cultural programs, and other community causes while celebrating San Antonio's vibrant cigar scene.

The festival supports small cigar retailers—many of which are veteran-owned, family-owned, and women-owned businesses—while showcasing cigar-friendly venues across San Antonio and the Hill Country where aficionados can gather and enjoy the culture.

Event format

The festival spans four days (March 12-15, 2026) with events hosted at multiple premier cigar lounges and venues throughout San Antonio:

Thursday, March 12: Charity Golf Tournament (8am-2pm) supporting nonprofit initiatives, followed by an Evening Kickoff Experience at The Library Cigar Lounge (6pm) featuring live cigar rolling, tastings, pairings, music, and interactive cultural experiences.

Friday, March 13: Morning and midday smoke sessions at partner lounges, plus an elevated evening social "Smoking Jackets & Classy Ladies" at Four9 Cigars (6pm) celebrating style, fellowship, and cigar culture.

Saturday, March 14: Community Smoke Session at The Lone Star Cigar Lounge (11am-2pm), followed by the Main Event at Beethoven Beer Garden with VIP early entry (4pm-5pm), main programming (4pm-7pm), and high-energy night session powered by Stogies & Kicks (7pm-close).

Sunday, March 15: Slow Burn Sunday at 1911 Cigar Lounge—a relaxed closing celebration highlighting San Antonio's culture, food, and hospitality.

What's included

Festival tickets provide access to:

• Curated smoke sessions hosted at local cigar retailers

• Cocktail socials and networking events for entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals

• Educational experiences including cigar pairings, tastings, and Cigar 101

• The Main Event at Beethoven Beer Garden featuring cigar vendors, live music, food, and VIP activations

• Live cigar rolling demonstrations

• Vendor marketplace and passport activations

• Community engagement and curated cultural experiences

Tickets and pricing

Tickets are available through Eventbrite with various tiers including general admission and VIP early entry options. VIP ticket holders receive early access to the Main Event (4pm-5pm) before general admission begins. Visit the official website or Eventbrite page for current pricing and availability.

What to expect

Expect a premium, community-focused experience that celebrates cigar culture while supporting meaningful causes. The festival brings together retailers, cigar clubs, enthusiasts, and the wider community in an atmosphere of fellowship, education, and celebration. Each venue offers a unique vibe—from relaxed daytime smoke sessions to elevated evening socials and high-energy nightlife experiences.

The Main Event at Beethoven Beer Garden is the festival's signature gathering, featuring a dynamic vendor marketplace, live entertainment, food, and a vibrant social atmosphere that transitions from curated programming to an energetic night session.

Who it's best for

This festival is ideal for:

• Cigar enthusiasts of all experience levels—from newcomers to seasoned aficionados

• Entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals seeking networking opportunities

• Supporters of veteran-owned and family-owned small businesses

• Anyone interested in San Antonio's vibrant culture, food, and hospitality scene

• Community members who want to support education, veteran initiatives, and cultural programs through their attendance