Ybor to host massive cigar festival this December

Sounds about right

A Worker rolls cigars at cigar manufacturer El Laguito on February 29, 2024, during the XXIV International Habano Festival in Havana. International sales of Cuban cigars, the island nation's most emblematic export, soared 31 percent last year as global demand rises for luxury products, the country's main tobacco exporter said on February 26. (Photo by ADALBERTO ROQUE / AFP) (Photo by ADALBERTO ROQUE/AFP via Getty Images)

CUBA-ECONOMY-CIGARS A Worker rolls cigars at cigar manufacturer El Laguito on February 29, 2024, during the XXIV International Habano Festival in Havana. International sales of Cuban cigars, the island nation's most emblematic export, soared 31 percent last year as global demand rises for luxury products, the country's main tobacco exporter said on February 26. (Photo by ADALBERTO ROQUE / AFP) (Photo by ADALBERTO ROQUE/AFP via Getty Images) (ADALBERTO ROQUE/AFP via Getty Images)

By Sam

Ybor City is about to host their biggest cigar festival since 1994.

The festival happens December 8th at Centennial Park (1800 E 8th Ave) and will feature Arturo Fuente Cigars, J.C Newman Cigars, and more! Ybor City is a rich history when it comes to the production of cigars, so this is perfect to bring back to the city.

You’ll be able to meet venders from around the world, watch cigar-rolling, while enjoying food, beverages, live music and more!

The event is free and you can find more info here.