Hammond Regional Arts Center

Q: Where is the event located, and which bars/restaurants are involved?
Art of the Cocktail will follow a pub stroll format throughout Downtown Hammond! Participating bars and restaurants will be serving up signature cocktails right inside their own spaces while a few bars/restaurants that are not within walking distance will be located inside the Hammond Regional Arts Center. Please refer to the map below for all the participating bars and restaurants.

Q: Where do we check in?

• VIP Guests check in at the Hammond Regional Arts Center between 6 pm and 7 pm.
• General Admission guests check in at Railroad Park, starting at 7 pm.

Q: Do we need tickets in advance?
It is strongly encouraged! There will be general admission tickets available at the door, but prices will also go up at the door. Save some money and skip the ticket line by grabbing yours early!

Q: Can I bring someone who doesn’t have a ticket?
Sure! Non-ticketed guests are welcome to tag along and enjoy the stroll, but only ticket holders who have been ID’d and are wearing their wristbands and lanyards will be able to sample cocktails. Every ticket holder will be ID’d at check-in.

Q: How do we vote for our favorite drinks?
Bring your cell phone — at check-in, you'll scan a QR code to access the voting link. Voting closes at 9:45 PM! VIP guests get 4 votes while General Admission guests get 3 votes.

Q: When and where will the winners be announced?
Head to Railroad Park by 10 PM for the big reveal! We’ll announce both the Judge’s Choice and People’s Choice winners — don’t miss the celebration!

Q: Will the event occur if there’s rain?
Yes! Art of the Cocktail is rain or shine unless there’s a severe weather event. Should anything change, we’ll notify you by email.

Q: What else do I need to know?
The Hammond Regional Arts Center appreciates your support of our mission to bring access to the arts to everyone in our area. Here are a few quick things to keep in mind while you're enjoying Art of the Cocktail 2025!

• Please use the crosswalks and abide by typical traffic safety rules.
• Please drink responsibly. 
• Hydrate! Hydration stations will be located at Hammond Regional Arts Center and Railroad Park. 
• Dispose of trash properly – Help keep downtown clean.
• Share the fun on social media – Tag us! @hammond_arts using hashtag #ArtoftheCocktail2025