World Margarita Championship

September 30, 2016

6:00pm

Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance and Tucson Originals partner together to bring you the World Margarita Championship, an unforgettable evening of spirited cocktail competitions, tastings of world class Margaritas and tequilas, cuisine of the southwest, and more.

Tucson Originals chefs and restaurants will battle it out with live Judging and a People’s Choice award, for the best Signature Margarita.  Enjoy food sampling and margarita tastings from Southern Arizona Tucson Originals Restaurants and Purveyors.  Attendees will get to vote for your favorite margarita!

Why?

A creative collaboration with Tucson Originals Restaurants that highlights and promotes independently owned, local restaurants and showcases their culinary expertise. To raise awareness of the rich and vibrant culinary community in Tucson.  All funds raised go directly to support SAACA arts education and arts therapy programs, as well as to support Tucson Originals restaurants. 

Tickets $55

Tickets include libation, and menu samplings from local Tucson Originals Restaurants and Purveyors.  21 & Over Event.  Tickets anticipated to sell out.   Tickets are available for purchase until sold out.  Day of Tickets $70 if available.

Raffle Tickets are also available for purchase to be entered to win over $2,000 in local gift cards and gift baskets.

Event Partners

Location

The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa
3800 E Sunrise Dr, Tucson, AZ 85718

Feel the personal touch and inviting ambiance of one of the most captivating Southern Arizona resorts by visiting The Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa. As you wind along Sunrise Drive and approach our luxurious property, you'll feel refreshed by our location - nestled amidst the High Sonoran foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains. 

Get Involved

Participation in the event as a featured competitor is limited to Tucson Originals Restaurants.
Support your community and become an event sponsor.  Download the benefits and opportunities here.
Apply for a media pass to cover the event in your publication or blog
We are always in need of a few good volunteers.  Register to Volunteer Online

Participating Tucson Originals Restaurants

Entertainment

DeGrazia Band  
Domingo DeGrazia blends Spanish guitar passion with the flair of Flamenco music. His music couples dynamic rhythms with vibrant Latin, Salsa and rock drum beats. An Arizona native raised with the sounds and imagery of the desert southwest, Domingo’s guitar playing has charmed audiences with songs that are as rhythmic as they are percussive; moving from passionate to whimsical, elegant to sorrowful.  Domingo DeGrazia carries the role of front-man and lead guitar while violinist Beth Daunis brings exotic and soulful violin. 

Hotel Partner

Raise your glass and enjoy a spirited evening following the World Margarita Championship by booking a room at The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa, featuring a $129++ NIGHTLY RATE.  Book your hotel room ONLINE using code MARG16.  Please note, booking a room at the Westin La Paloma does not include your ticket to the World Margarita Championship. The hotel does charge an additional $25 resort fee, in additional to the $129++ rate. 

Safe Ride Partner

Celebrate at the World Margarita Championship safely this year with Uber.

Uber is proud to be the official Safe Ride Partner for the World Margarita Championship and bring safe, reliable rides to this year's event. Ride in style and get home safely at the end of the night! 

Use code SAACA-WMC at UBER.com/app

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Special Thanks To Our Event Sponsors

Exclusive Tequila Sponsor