Event
Bacardi Rum & Reggae Festival
Date & Time
Saturday, June 22, 2019 — 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM Event has passed
Location
Oasis at Wild Horse Ranch
6801 N. Camino Verde, Tucson, AZ 85743
Featuring
Tickets
General Admission
$25
Per person
Rum, Reggae & Ranch Vibes
The Bacardi Rum & Reggae Festival brought island energy to the Sonoran Desert for one unforgettable summer evening at Wild Horse Ranch. Guests traded flip-flops for boots and swayed to live reggae rhythms while sipping Bacardi rum cocktails under the wide Arizona sky. Two stages kept the music flowing all night, filling the ranch with the kind of laid-back warmth you only find where Caribbean grooves meet desert sunsets.
There is something about hearing reggae on a ranch that just works. The contrast of palm-tree melodies drifting over saguaros and mesquite created an atmosphere unlike any other festival in Tucson. Whether guests were dancing near the main stage or catching a mellower set on the second stage with a rum punch in hand, the vibe stayed easy and the energy stayed high from gates open at four until the final note at ten.
What Made It Special
The food alone was worth the trip. Some of Tucson's best pitmasters set up on the ranch, serving slow-smoked BBQ that paired perfectly with ice-cold Bacardi cocktails and the warm evening air. For those looking beyond rum, the whiskey tasting bar offered a curated selection that gave the festival an extra layer of depth, blending island spirit with a touch of Southern soul.
Two stages of live music meant there was never a dull moment. Guests could drift between acts, grab a plate of brisket or pulled pork, and settle into the festival's unhurried pace. No pretense, no rush, just good food, strong drinks, and great music on twenty acres of open desert. That combination of quality and ease is what brought people back to Wild Horse Ranch events again and again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Guests of all ages are welcome. However, you must be 21 or older with valid ID to purchase alcoholic beverages including Bacardi rum cocktails and whiskey tastings.
General admission includes access to both live music stages, the festival grounds, and the overall event experience. Food, BBQ, Bacardi rum cocktails, and whiskey tastings are available for purchase separately.
The festival features BBQ from some of Tucson's best pitmasters, Bacardi rum cocktails, a whiskey tasting bar, and a variety of other food and beverage options available for purchase throughout the event.
Yes. Parking is on-site at Wild Horse Ranch and free for all festival attendees.
Getting Here
The ranch is at 6801 N. Camino Verde in Tucson — easy to get to from I-10 and just minutes from the Tucson Mountains. About 20 minutes from Tucson International Airport. Parking is on-site and free. Questions? Call (520) 744-1012 or email oasis@wldhorse.com.
More at Wild Horse Ranch
A lot of people discover Wild Horse Ranch through events like this and come back for their own celebrations. The same property also does all-inclusive weddings, corporate events, anniversaries, and holiday parties for 60 to 200 guests. Check out the Oasis venue or the Sunset venue, or just come take a tour.
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