Art of the Cocktail 2026
We had a magical time at Art of the Cocktail 2026! Check back in 2027 for more details about Art of the Cocktail 2027!
Art of the Cocktail 2026 Award Winners:
Judges' Choice: 1st Place: Benteaux, 2nd Place: Nola Mia, 3rd Place: Our Mom's.
People's Choice: 1st Place: Nola Mia, 2nd Place: Benteaux, 3rd Place: Cena; Hammond.
Every year, the Hammond Regional Arts Center hosts talented mixologists from across the area in a competition for the title of “Best Cocktail.” This creative cocktail competition and tasting event brings together local bars and restaurants in a spirited showdown, all in support of the arts.
Creative Cocktail Tasting Event
Event Location:
Hammond Regional Arts Center, 217 East Thomas St., Hammond
Cocktail Competition Awards:
People's Choice & Judges' Choice
2026 Mixologist Lineup:
The VIP Experience
Our VIP Pass gets you all the goodness of Art of the Cocktail, PLUS an exclusive VIP hour before general admission (from 5 pm to 6 pm).
Limited number of VIP Passes available.
VIP Experience Perks
Early Event Entry (5 pm - 6 pm)
No Lines During VIP Hour
Free Appetizer Bites
Special Thanks to the VIP Hour Sponsor:
Art of the Cocktail through the Years
Volunteer!
Volunteers we need you!
Saturday, February 28, 2026
PLACE: Hammond Regional Arts Center, 217 East Thomas Street, downtown Hammond
VOLUNTEERS: Event set up | Check-in | Barbacks | Event take down
Must be 18 or older to volunteer. Volunteers who are 21+ will receive one free General Admission ticket to Art of the Cocktail.
Click below to see available shifts and sign up.
2026 Premier Sponsors
2026 Event Sponsors