Tampa Cigar Week 2026 (5th Anniversary)

What this event is

Tampa Cigar Week is a 5-day celebration of cigar culture held in Tampa, Florida—known as Cigar City. Celebrating its 5th anniversary in 2026, this event brings together cigar enthusiasts, brand owners, liquor creators, and lounge owners for an unforgettable week of experiences honoring the culture, history, and camaraderie of the cigar lifestyle.

Event format

The week-long festival (March 18-22, 2026) features a diverse lineup of exclusive events including:

• Factory tours of the oldest operating cigar factory in the U.S.

• Hands-on cigar rolling classes taught by master rollers

• Lounge crawls through Tampa's premier cigar venues

• Family of the Leaf Beach Barbecue

• Shades of the Leaf party

• Comedy show

• 5th Anniversary Gala featuring Chef Amadeus of Food Network and cuisine by Black Farmers of America

• HERF sessions with fellow enthusiasts

• VIP meet and greets with cigar manufacturers

What's included

Ticket inclusions vary by tier:

VIP Full Week ($350): Access to all listed events plus full VIP swag bag at check-in.

Weekend VIP ($250): Friday-Sunday VIP experience with weekend VIP swag bag.

General Admission ($175): Access to general admission events with general admission swag bag.

Tickets and pricing

Tickets range from $175 (General Admission) to $350 (VIP Full Week) plus taxes and fees. Purchase tickets through the official Unation ticketing platform. Hotel accommodations are available at the host hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Tampa North/I-75 Fletcher, at a special group rate of $169/night.

What to expect

Expect an immersive, premium experience celebrating Tampa's rich cigar heritage. You'll have the opportunity to smoke with cigar brand owners, sip with liquor brand creators, and party alongside lounge owners in the heart of Cigar City. The event offers unique experiences you can't find anywhere else, from touring historic factories to learning from master rollers, all while building connections with fellow cigar lovers and industry professionals.

Who it's best for

This event is ideal for:

• Cigar enthusiasts of all experience levels

• Those interested in cigar culture, history, and heritage

• Industry professionals and cigar brand representatives

• Anyone seeking networking opportunities in the cigar community

• Travelers looking for unique cultural experiences in Tampa