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The Fort Lauderdale Margarita Festival presented by IMO

By International Margarita Organization

Sample the best Margaritas in Fort Lauderdale and vote for your favorite!

Date and time

Location

3000 E Las Olas Blvd

3000 East Las Olas Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

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Highlights

  • 6 hours
  • Ages 21+
  • In person

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Food & Drink • Spirits

Get ready to sip, savor, and spice things up at the Fort Lauderdale Margarita Festival 🍹 on Saturday, October 11, 2025!


This isn't just any festival—it's the ultimate margarita tasting competition, and YOU are the judge. Join 2,500 margarita lovers for a flavor-packed showdown to crown THE BEST MARGARITA in Fort Lauderdale . 🎉


Here’s how it works: Your entry ticket (grab yours now for the best deal!) includes TEN 3.5oz margarita samples—the largest pours allowed by law—each served over ice by Fort Lauderdale's top bars and restaurants. 🧂 From sweet and sultry, to spicy and bold, to wild, out-of-this-world creations—you decide who shakes it best. 🍋

The winning bar or restaurant walks away with $1,000 and ultimate bragging rights.


But that’s just the beginning…

This festival is packed with flavor and fun:

🎧 Live DJ spinning party vibes all day

🌮 Street Food Vendors serving up mouthwatering eats

🍹 Frozen Drinks for those craving something blended (and bigger 😉)

🍺 Beer Garden for the hop-heads

🎟️ Chance to Win a DREAM TRIP TO MEXICO—because the fiesta should never end 🪇


PLUS, a portion of proceeds supports children’s charities. So, you’re sipping for a cause!


🎟️ How to Join the Fun:

  1. Grab your ticket now – choose General Admission or go VIP for early entry and perks.
  2. Show up on October 11 and get your Margarita Sampling Card & Voting Chip.
  3. Sip through 10 unforgettable margaritas.
  4. Dance, eat, drink, and enter the Mexico trip raffle (proceeds go to charity!).
  5. Vote for your favorite margarita—then stick around to see who takes the crown… and who wins the vacation!

🛍️ Interested in being a Vendor?
We’d love to have you join the fiesta! If you’d like to showcase your food, drinks, or other products to thousands of happy festivalgoers, sign up here:

Market Vendors: https://www.eventeny.com/events/vendor/?id=30204


Frequently asked questions

HOW MANY MARGARITAS WILL I SAMPLES?

You will enjoy over 10 3.5oz margarita samples​ served over ice

HOW BIG ARE THE SAMPLES?

Samples are each 3.5oz, served over ice, which is the largest allowed by law.​ **NOW BIGGER MARGARITA SAMPLES**

WHEN IS THE FESTIVAL?

Saturday October 11th 2025 from Noon - 6PM​

WHAT TIME DOES THE SAMPLING START?

Noon for VIP Ticket Holders, 3PM for General Sampling Ticket Holders.​

​WILL THERE BE FOOD?

Yes. There will be Street Tacos and other street food​ on-site​

WHO IS THE BENEFICIARY OF THE FESTIVAL?

Children's Charities

ARE KIDS ALLOWED?

No, the Festival is strictly 21+, NO EXCEPTIONS.

HOW DOES MY RESTAURANT COMPETE?

Send us an email to (info@bestmargs.org) with your contact info and we will send you the forms!​

CAN I BE A FESTIVAL SPONSOR?

Yes, please send us an email to (info@bestmargs.org) and we will send you our Sponsorship Options and get you on board!

WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS?

The show goes on, rain or shine. Plenty of covered areas.

​CAN I BRING OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINKS?

No, there will be food and drinks for purchase at the Festival.​

HOW IS THE WINNER SELECTED?

At 6PM, the Moderator will collect the voting jars from each booth and count the voting chips. The booth with the most voting chips, wins the prize!

WHAT TIME IS TRIP TO MEXICO GIVEAWAY?

At 6:15PM, we will announce the winner of the raffle.

I’M A VENDOR. HOW DO I SIGN UP?

Whether you’re a food vendor, craftsperson, retailer, boutique, or expo-style business — if you’ve got something festival-goers will love. Market Vendor: https://www.eventeny.com/events/vendor/?id=30204

Organized by

International Margarita Organization

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Early bird discount
From $7.65
Oct 11 · 12:00 PM EDT