Be sure to stop by registration at the Andaz to pick up your Bartender’s Weekend wristband and enjoy a refreshing cocktail or N/A beverage compliments of our generous sponsors.
Registration is necessary to verify your Industry affiliation, and wristbands are required to access all of events and activities that make up Bartender’s Weekend.
*Please note that some events may require an additional RSVP
Join us at our non-alcoholic oasis to kick off each day of Bartender's Weekend in the Registration Gallery from 10am - 1pm. If you need hideaway, come back to visit us midday for restoration and recovery from the weekends's activities.
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
The Blend Gallery features artwork, photography, and video works from hospitality folks all over the US. At the bar, add your voice to discussions playing out in real time on the interactive message board. Grab a cocktail or non-alcoholic beverage and toast to your creative peers!
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
Kick off Day 2 of Bartender's Weekend with a healthy breakfast and bubbles with benefits. Presented by Poppi Prebiotic Soda.
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
Kickstart your morning with a Carajillo from the Licor 43 coffee cart!
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
Mover & Shaker is hosting the OFFICIAL Bartender’s Weekend pop up merch shop! Make sure you swing by!
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
Jefferson's Ocean Bourbon is aged at the mercy of the sea. Join us to experience bourbon in a whole new way as we flip the common bourbon and meat pairing on its head and offer guests a unique, hands-on experience to learn about sustainable oyster and shellfish farming on the California Coast at a working oyster farm and hatchery. Following, we’ll experience these pairings come to life first-hand during a special paired lunch led by Ambassador Robert Ferrara. 11 AM -
Space is limited. Bartender's Weekend wristband required.
Additional RSVP needed: Request To Join Now
*Please Note: this field trip centers around shellfish, so those with allergies should take caution before registering.
Cruise the waters of Mission Bay with Havana Club and Pyrat cocktails by Erwin Mancilla and Bri Barriga from Anaheim Speakeasy The Blind Rabbit. 11 AM -
Space is limited. Bartender's Weekend wristband required.
Additional RSVP needed: Request To Join Now
Uncle Nearest is partnering with Maya’s Cookies (Black Female Owned cookie company in SD) to bring you a baking class utilizing the spices found in the tasting notes of 3 Uncle Nearest expressions (1884/1856/Straight Rye). You’ll learn about Uncle Nearest and learn how to bake cookies. There will be a competition to determine best creative cookie! 12 PM -
Space is limited. Bartender's Weekend wristband required.
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Join Monin for a trippy exploration in flavor with Hi Tea & Lemonade. We will feature some of our poolside favorite flavors along with Lions Mane Mushroom Iced Teas & CBD Lemonades. All the vibes and none of the booze for this NA poolside cabana.
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
Experience your favorites from the Bond & Royal portfolio poolside like Siete Leguas, Wheatley Vodka, Novo Fogo, and more create your own highball or grab and go. Sure to make a splash, see you poolside!
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
Mai Tais, Cannolis, Mai Tai-Cannoli Luges... Just Like Nonna Used To Make
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Join us in the Mana Cabana on Monday, March 20th from 12-4PM!
Grab a refreshment & head downstairs to enjoy complimentary massages, noise-canceling self guided meditation, and chat with the Focus On Health team!
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
Join Teremana Tequila on Monday, March 20th for Friends of the Mana: Margarita Madness! Taste and try 10 different margaritas from 12:00-4:00PM while we take over The Andaz Rooftop in San Diego. Don’t forget, for every cocktail served, Teremana will be donating $1.00 to Another Round Another Rally. See you there!
Big thanks to all of our featured bartenders!
Chris Patino, Jesse Peterson, Chris Hannah, Ricky Gomez, Miranda Breedlove, Daniel de Oliveira, Jessa Alcala, Baylea Morgan, Julio Morales, Erika Flowers, Jeri Guilford, Touré Folkes, and the Schmucks, Moe Aljaff & Juliette Larrouy!
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
Empirical, pioneers of uncategorised spirits & more, invites bartenders to join us for a one-of-a-kind afternoon featuring tours & tastings with White Labs, who we have worked closely with to develop our yeast strains for the last 6+ years. As well as gaining huge insight into both Empirical & White Labs, there will pizza, beers & Empirical cocktails on offer to all attendees. Spaces are very limited, so sign up now! 1 PM -
Space is limited. Bartender's Weekend wristband required.
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Because learning more about one of your favorite bourbons never gets old! Come join us for light snacks and a very deep dive through our Whiskey Row lineup, courtesy of our very own Master Taster, Melissa Rift!
Please note, the shuttle bus will depart from the Andaz at 1pm promptly, and will have us back by 3:30pm.
Space is limited. Bartender's Weekend wristband required.
Additional RSVP needed: Request To Join Now
Angel's Envy presents a Time of Elegance, and Edutainment story where we will lavish in the costumed pageantry of Bridgerton with a fortified wine class focusing specifically on our Secondary Finishing practices. Join us at Wormwood for a regally good time for light bites, cocktails, and edutainment. 2 PM - 4 PM
Space is limited. Bartender's Weekend wristband required.
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Join us for tropical cocktails and a tour of Venezuela as we taste through expressions of Ron Diplomatico!
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
Come experience the best of the Northwest with Westward Whiskey and Schilling Cider! DJ One Armed Scissor, aka Westward Whiskey Master Blender Miles Munroe, will be playing the tunes while the you can get a photo with the one and only legend, Sasquatch! Free tote bag to the first 100 guests.
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
Mothership and Remy-Cointreau have formed a cosmic alliance to bring out-of-this-world cocktails featuring Mount Gay Rum, Cointreau and St Remy Brandy to Bartenders Weekend. Join us for an expedition to the darkest, furthest edges of the tropical-flavor galaxy.
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
Join us as we transport you straight to Marseillan, France, the home of Noilly Prat Vermouth. We will celebrate all that the South of France has to offer, surrounding a paired oyster and vermouth ritual, just like the locals do. 5 PM - 7 PM.
Invitation only. Bartender's Weekend wristband required.
Additional RSVP needed: Request To Join Now
Join Tequila Fortaleza and the Cantina Mayahuel familia for a casual evening of well made tequila and tacos and good company and conversation.
Space is limited. Bartender's Weekend wristband required.
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Enjoy cocktails curated by the Kingfisher team! Listen to some cumbias and Latin music, meet some new people, rejoice with old one's y listo para la fiesta! 6 PM - 9 PM
Space is limited. Bartender's Weekend wristband required.
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Set sail with Casa Noble Tequila! Enjoy a luxurious sunset dinner cruise aboard Yacht America, while tasting through our premium tequila lineup, including new limited release Marqués de Casa Noble.
Space is limited. Bartender's Weekend wristband required.
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Award-winning Employees Only LA is doing a pop-up at the secret Chinese-medicine speakeasy behind the Realm Of The 52 Remedies in Kearny Mesa. Tasty Patrón cures from EO bar team and good times guaranteed.
Hop on a shuttle at 5:45pm or 6pm in front of the Andaz to enjoy an escape from the crowd. One shuttle will come back downtown at 9pm.
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
Hendrick’s invites you on a multidimensional journey like no other as you step into a whimsical world of wonder and curiosity!
Coming together to guide you on a voyage through enchanting realms that will unlock your senses in a most delicious and unusual way, the amazing teams from Youngblood, Noble Experiment & Neighborhood welcome Platform 18 & Grey Hen at Century Grand, The Vault & The Gathering Spot to create an unforgettable experience. Join us as we raise a glass to the magic of our industry!
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
Join us for a special Bartenders Weekend Happy Hour as the bar team of Death & Co L.A. takes over the Swan Bar. Small bites will be available as well as specialty cocktails featuring the Spirit of Gallo portfolio.
Space is limited. Bartender's Weekend wristband required.
Additional RSVP needed. RSVP now: bartendersweekend2023popup@gmail.com
Please join the Aviation American Gin Team at Coin Op for an unforgettable evening of arcade games, rock band karaoke and plenty of delicious Aviation American Gin cocktails. We will also have some of your favorite bar snacks, and many more surprises as we offer a HUGE THANK YOU to our many bartender friends!
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
SDBW Coin Release Party, with an added twist this year! Stay tuned for details, you don't want to miss this!
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
This is the St.Patrick's Day celebration for the pros - you guys - who spent March 17th behind the stick, without even a drop of whiskey.
Join us at legendary San Diego bar The Field as we toast goodbye to St.Patrick's Day 2023, Lost Irish style. Featuring hospitality heroes from iconic CA Irish pubs - The Snug, Sacramento & The Irish Times, Los Angeles. Unforgettable Irish Whiskey drinks and endless craic!
This event is open to all registered attendees of Bartender's Weekend.
