Arte Agave Chicago Is May 2: Save 10% on Tequila & Mezcal Fest Tix

Arte Agave Chicago tequila and mezcal festival

If a Chicago tequila and mezcal festival sparks your interest, don’t miss Arte Agave on May 2. Use code BOTTLE10 for 10% off tickets. (Photo: Arte Agave)

Chicago, get ready to raise your glass — Arte Agave is coming to town, and it’s bringing more than just tequila. This one-night celebration of agave spirits, vibrant art and Mexican culture promises an unforgettable experience for every sense.

Set for Friday, May 2, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Sarabande in Roscoe Village, the Arte Agave Tequila & Mezcal Festival — presented by Bottle Raiders — offers a bold blend of tradition, flavor and fiesta. Whether you’re a seasoned tequila taster or just in it for the tacos and tunes, this event is your passport to the heart of agave country.

🎉 What to Expect

  • 100+ premium tequilas and mezcals to sample, from top-shelf classics to rare expressions.
  • VIP Hour exclusives featuring ultra-lux pours like Don Fulano Imperial Extra Añejo and Los Siete Misterios Pechuga Mezcal.
  • A Create Your Own Spicy Margarita station with Fiero Tequila, led by expert mixologists from Jook Sing and The Press Room.
  • Sip standout cocktails like the Rancho Mexicano by El Mexicano Tequila or a fresh take on the Paloma crafted with Weber Ranch 1902 Vodka.

💃 Culture & Entertainment

The energy doesn’t stop at the bar. Live entertainment will keep the party pulsing all night long:

  • Traditional performances by Ballet Folklorico de Chicago
  • Festive mariachi tunes from Mariachi Estrellas de Chicago
  • Surprise pop-up acts and vibrant artisan shopping featuring Alex Brightbill Arts, Jaqui Arte, Red Cave and Silva Espadas

You can even get creative with hands-on experiences like designing your own custom Día de los Muertos skull with Genesis.

🌮 Food That Hits the Spot

Come hungry. Local favorites like 5 Rabanitos, Chicago Taco Authority and Chicago’s Pizza will be serving up authentic Mexican eats — birria, al pastor, carne asada, tamales, taquitos, mole, homemade salsas and guac, plus sweets from Maggie’s Sweets, Sleepwalk Chocolate and Dark Matter Coffee.

🍹 Brands in the Spotlight

Enjoy pours from agave all-stars like: Cazcanes, Don Julio, Mezcal Vago, Convite Mezcal, Tanteo Tequila, Lobos 1707, Ilegal Mezcal, Patron, G4 Tequila, Tequila Ocho, Casa Lumbre, Inspiro Tequila, El Tequileño, and more.

Don’t miss your chance to sip, savor, and celebrate at Chicago’s most spirited fiesta.

Tickets are going fast—secure yours today and get ready to toast to all things agave.

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David Morrow is a whiskey critic and the Editor In Chief of The Daily Pour and has been with the company since 2021. David has worked in journalism since 2015 and has had bylines at Sports Illustrated, Def Pen, the Des Moines Register and the Quad City Times. David holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Saint Louis University and a Master of Science in Journalism from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism. When he’s not tasting the newest exciting beverages, David enjoys spending time with his wife and dog, watching sports, traveling and checking out breweries.