2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year for mixology enthusiasts and anyone looking to dive into the evolving world of beverages. Here’s your go-to list of the best mixology events of 2025, month by month. Mark your calendars so you don’t miss a single one!
Mixology Events 2025, What’s Happening in February
February kicks off the first mixology events of 2025, offering the perfect opportunity to dive into the world of signature cocktails and get inspired by the art of exceptional mixing.
13 – 16 February, St. Moritz Cocktail Week
Back for its third edition, this is one of the most anticipated mountain cocktail weeks of the year. Featuring over 20 cocktail bars – including newcomers like Beefbar at Grace Hotel, The Club, Samigo Fuel, and Giardino Mountain Hotel – the event celebrates the art of mixology with creations inspired by works of art. Don’t miss the grand finale competition on February 16th at the Roth Bar in the Hauser & Wirth Art Gallery, where the most intriguing signature cocktail of the event will be crowned.
16 – 18 February, Mixology Circus Rimini
Now in its third edition at Beer&Food Attraction, this event celebrates the art of exceptional mixology. Led by industry trailblazer Samuele Ambrosi, the gathering turns every cocktail into a sensory journey, blending innovation, trends, and carefully selected brand partners for an immersive, high-level tasting experience.
22 – 24 February, Identità Golose Milano
The 2025 edition of the Congress marks the 20th anniversary of this renowned Italian gastronomic event. Bringing together top professionals – from chefs to pizza makers, pastry chefs to bartenders, sommeliers to front-of-house staff – it celebrates those who have shaped its history. With an eye on the future, Identità Golose Milano dives into innovations and trends, offering a unique platform for sharing knowledge and experiences in the world of flavor. This year, Coqtail – for fine drinkers joins as a media partner for mixology.
Spirits and Cocktail Events in March 2025
3 – 4 March, Bar Covent Singapore
Returning to Marina Bay Sands in 2025, Bar Convent Singapore remains a key gathering for the Asian beverage industry, drawing thousands of international professionals. The event is structured around four core themes: business, community, creativity, and innovation, with a dynamic lineup of workshops and masterclasses covering business management, team leadership, mixology, social media strategies, and consumer trend analysis.
March 24, Prague Bar Show
Everything is set for the Prague Bar Show, the highly anticipated industry event taking place on March 24, 2025 at the Křižík Pavilions. The venue will come alive with the energy of hundreds of bar professionals from around the world. Bartenders, restaurateurs, producers, and cocktail enthusiasts will gather to explore the latest bar trends through hands-on workshops, guided tastings, and cutting-edge cocktail experiences.
9 – 12 March, Johannesburg, Ajabu, 13 – 16 March, Capetown, Ajabu
Following last year’s success, Ajabu, Africa’s first dedicated cocktail festival, continues to showcase the continent’s cutting-edge mixology scene. Founded by industry veterans Mark Talbot Holmes and Colin Asare-Appiah, the event spans Johannesburg (March 9-12) and Cape Town (March 13-16), focusing on local ingredients, professional training, and global collaborations that elevate African cocktail culture.
March 11-12, Northern Restaurant & Bar
The Northern Restaurant & Bar returns to Manchester Central for its 2025 edition. On March 11-12, over 300 exhibitors will showcase the latest innovations, spanning from food and cocktails to bar equipment and technology. Recognized as a must-attend event for hospitality trends, the show will also feature expert talks, masterclasses, and unparalleled networking opportunities over two dynamic days.
March 14-15, Helsinki Drink Festival 2025
The most important Nordic mixology event returns to Helsinki’s Old Student House, bringing together the city’s top cocktail bars, leading spirits brands, and inspirational workshops on the art of mixing. Set to a soundtrack of timeless hits, this immersive festival blends drinks, food, and music for an unforgettable experience.
Spirits and Cocktail Events in April 2025
2 April, Salonica Bar Show
On April 2, the Tif Helexpo Exhibition Center in Thessaloniki becomes the epicenter of Mediterranean mixology. Now in its second year, Salonica Bar Show gathers top bartending talent from Greece and the Balkans, along with international professionals, for a day packed with seminars, spirits tastings, and networking opportunities. The event is part of the larger Salonica Bar Week (March 30 – April 3), making it a must-visit for cocktail enthusiasts.
6 – 9 April, Edinburgh Bar Show
Returning after its successful 2024 debut, the Edinburgh Bar Show will take place from April 6-9. Founded by Iain McPherson of Panda & Sons, alongside Jamie Faulds and Gary Anderson of Edinburgh Cocktail Week, the event celebrates Scotland’s cocktail excellence while welcoming international industry leaders. Expect seminars, tastings, distillery tours, and exclusive guest shifts, with additional focus on sustainability and bartender well-being.
7 – 8 April, Gulf Bar Show
Dubai hosts the first Gulf Bar Show, a premier event exclusively dedicated to the bar industry. Scheduled for April 7-8 at Madinat Jumeirah, the show will feature 200 exhibitors, including global and regional brands, alongside over 30 seminars, masterclasses, and workshops. Highlights include themed areas such as the Cigar Lounge, the MENA Heritage Hall, and international networking spaces, making it a key industry event in the region.
7 – 13 April, Maybe Cocktail Festival
Back for its second edition, the Maybe Cocktail Festival transforms Sydney into an epicenter of high-end mixology from April 7-13. The weeklong event brings together bartenders, bar owners, entrepreneurs, and spirit producers for an immersive experience of workshops, guest shifts, and masterclasses, solidifying its place as one of Australia’s top cocktail industry gatherings.
7 – 13 April, Florence Cocktail Week
Florence raises a glass to fine drinking with Florence Cocktail Week, running April 7-13. Founded and curated by Paola Mencarelli, this edition introduces “Barkeeper FCW”, where top bartenders unveil their signature drink techniques, and the “Wellness Signature Cocktails FCW25”, a collection featuring low-ABV and non-alcoholic cocktails alongside house signatures.
12 – 14 April, Rhum Fest Paris
For three days, Rhum Fest Paris turns the Parc Floral into a tropical paradise, celebrating rum from across the globe — from the Caribbean to Asia, Africa, and Oceania. Running April 12-14, the event offers tastings, pairings, and free masterclasses, providing a deep dive into the rich heritage and evolving trends of sugarcane spirits.
April 28-29, Zurich Bar Show 2025
Switzerland’s premier cocktail and mixology event, the Zurich Bar Show 2025, unfolds over two action-packed days. Designed to foster a dynamic environment for professionals and enthusiasts alike, the program features expert-led seminars, hands-on workshops, and guest appearances from world-renowned mixologists. More than just a trade show, it’s an unmissable opportunity to discover the latest trends shaping the industry.
29 April, North America’s 50 Best Bars
The fourth edition of North America’s 50 Best Bars will be held for the first time in Canada, with Vancouver hosting the prestigious awards in April 2025. Over three days, the event celebrates the region’s top bars, culminating in the April 29 awards ceremony, which recognizes standout venues from the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. New for this year: an extended 51-100 ranking and the Rémy Martin Legend of the List Award.
Mixology Events 2025, What’s Happening in May
20 – 21 May, Lisbon Bar Show
The Lisbon Bar Show reaffirms its status as a key meeting point for both the Portuguese and international beverage industries. The event brings together bartenders, suppliers, brands, venues, and hospitality professionals in a dynamic platform. With a rich lineup of seminars — including one hosted by Coqtail — workshops, and the prestigious Lisbon Bar Show Awards, this tenth edition once again aims to showcase local excellence while positioning it on the global stage.
May 25-26, The Bar Show Puerto Rico
A platform to showcase products and services to both industry professionals and cocktail aficionados, The Bar Show Puerto Rico is set to take over the San Juan Convention Center on May 25-26. The event promises to become the Caribbean’s hub for bar education, with a strong focus on spirits trends and best practices. Expect deep dives into rum, beer, vodka, whisky, gin, and liqueurs, shaping the future of the region’s cocktail scene.
26 – 27 May, Roma Bar Show
Italy’s capital once again welcomes the world of beverage and mixology with the Roma Bar Show, set for May 26-27 at Palazzo dei Congressi in EUR. Since its debut in 2019, the event has grown into a landmark gathering, featuring thematic areas, masterclasses, tastings, and networking spaces. The program includes trend-focused talks, bartender competitions, and in-depth explorations of modern drinking culture.
25 – 27 May, Cocktails & Covers
The Edicola Erno in Prati transforms into a fine drinking creative hub from May 25-27. For the first time, the space hosts an event that combines collector’s edition canned cocktails by Cinquanta Spirito Italiano with cover-style photography by Coqtail – for fine drinkers. The experience is enhanced by DJ sets and live photoshoots.
Mixology Events 2025, What’s Happening in June
9 – 15 June – Lecce Cocktail Week
This June, Lecce shines a spotlight on mixology. Over 50 bars attend with original recipes inspired by the local land, panoramic rooftops, guest shifts, and masterclasses set among Lecce’s stone facades and the scents of Salento. It’s a chance to dive into the region’s vibrant drinking scene, meet its bartenders, and experience the city through cocktails that blend Mediterranean aromas, bold flavours, and a fresh, contemporary vision
10 – 11 June – BCB Brooklyn
One of the bar world’s leading events returns to Industry City: 230 brands, 14 talks curated by industry voices like Lynnette Marrero, and deep dives into gin, rum, and no/low-alcohol spirits. New this year: the VIP+ badge offering priority access to key panels, a dedicated networking lounge, the Authors Alley for meeting drinks-industry writers, and a pitch competition designed to spotlight emerging brands. An event that captures the evolving future of the American bar scene.
23 – 28 June – Alto Cocktail Festival
On June 22, the rooftop of ALTO sets the scene for the highly anticipated launch party of the fifth issue of Coqtail – for fine drinkers. From June 23 to 28, the ALTO Cocktail Festival takes over — an event conceived by bar manager Niccolò Amadori that brings together top Italian bartenders and chefs for a week of signature cocktails and culinary pairings. A double journey between kitchen and bar, local flavours and seaside views, to celebrate the evolving dialogue between food and mixology.
30 June – 1 July – BCB London
BCB London makes its debut at Tobacco Dock with 128 exhibitors from across the globe and a program designed to inspire, educate, and connect. The curation is in the hands of hospitality legend Angus Winchester and British mixology authority Jack Sotti. On the agenda: tastings, talks, masterclasses, and satellite events across six cities in the UK and Ireland. This is how London claims its place on the global bar map — with a bold and unmistakable identity.
Spirits and Cocktail Events in July 2025
1 – 6 July – Como Lake Cocktail Week
Luxury lives on Lake Como, which once again plays host to the Como Lake Cocktail Week. The theme of this year’s edition: Taste — a multisensory journey through the five fundamental flavours. Bartenders and chefs join forces to craft signature cocktails and curated pairings in extraordinary locations like Villa d’Este, Mandarin Oriental, and Hilton Lake Como. An event aimed to celebrate high-end mixology in settings of rare beauty.
15 July – Asia’s 50 Best Bars
On July 15, Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025 will take place in Macau for the very first time, with the official ceremony hosted at Wynn Palace. The event celebrates the continent’s finest cocktail bars and brings together industry professionals from across Asia. On the agenda: the Bartenders’ Feast, a vibrant Closing Party, and Signature Sessions — marking a full week of meetups, guest shifts, exchanges, and festivities.
20 – 25 July – Tales of The Cocktail
This July, Tales of the Cocktail returns to New Orleans for its 23rd edition. The 2025 theme, Evolve, spotlights the bar as a space for innovation, inclusion, and professional growth. From masterclasses and tastings to the Spirited Awards and the beloved Pig & Punch, the week-long celebration honors the very best in global mixology. Among this year’s finalists: Coqtail – for fine drinkers, ranked among the world’s top 10 magazines in the Writing & Media category.
25 – 27 July – Seoul Bar and Spirits Show
Cocktails designed for laid-back moments, new frontiers in spirits and accessible luxury — Seoul Bar & Spirits Show 2025 captures the spirit of the times with its theme: CHILL, an acronym for five key drinking trends. Held at the Seoul Convention and Exhibition Center, the event unfolds through masterclasses, tasting lounges, international guests, and the World Cocktail Battle, reaffirming Korea’s role as a creative hub in the Asian bar scene.
Spirits and Cocktail Events in July 2025
4 – 6 August – Better Bar Show
Hosted at Forty Kleparz, Krakow’s BBS is an event dedicated to sharing hands-on knowledge of the bartending craft while inspiring the growth of Poland’s bar industry. Across several days, the fair features a rich lineup of seminars, workshops, and tastings that explore both local and global bar trends. Open to all industry professionals, the programme is rounded out by events that celebrate and elevate cocktail culture.
Mixology Events 2025, What’s Happening in September
2-4 September Restaurant, Bar and Café Hong Kong
Hong Kong becomes the epicentre of hospitality during the 15th edition of Restaurant, Bar & Café Hong Kong, the leading Food & Beverage event in the Asia-Pacific region. Organised by Informa Markets at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, it brings together over 400 exhibitors and 9,000 industry professionals, including restaurants, bars, cafés, and suppliers of equipment and technology—all against a backdrop of talks, tastings, and awards.
27-29 September Whisky Live Paris
At the Grande Halle de la Villette, the spotlight turns to Whisky Live Paris—a festival spanning some 16,000 square metres, hosting over 300 brands and welcoming more than 22,000 visitors. Divided into seven tasting areas dedicated to different spirits, the programme also features the mixed-drink village, Cocktail Street, and a pop-up shop curated by La Maison du Whisky, offering standout purchases.
Mixology Events 2025, What’s Happening in October
17-24 October Lagos Cocktail Week
Ten years of mixology, culture, and an African vision of the bar. Since 2014, Lagos Cocktail Week has celebrated Nigeria’s liquid identity with a festival that blends education, entertainment, and industry promotion. Founded by Lara Rawa, the event brings together bartenders, brands, and enthusiasts for a programme ranging from masterclasses and conferences to tastings and the Bar Battle, an open competition for bartenders of all levels.
