WICHITA'S FAVORITE COCKTAIL EVENT IS BACK!!!
After a sold-out inaugural year, Margarita Fest returns bigger than ever at the beautiful BOTANICA GARDENS.
Spend the evening sampling handcrafted margaritas from some of Wichita's best bartenders as they compete for cash prizes, citywide bragging rights, and the title of Best Margarita in Wichita.
Your ticket includes 6 drink tickets to sample a variety of competing margaritas and drink tickets may also be used for premium tequila tastings. While you sip and stroll the beautiful Botanica grounds, enjoy music by DJ Magnum, and delicious food from local food trucks. 
The competition is even bigger this year, with $2,000 in prize money up for grabs:
Judges' Choice:
1st Place – $1,000 / 2nd Place – $500
People's Choice:
1st Place – $300 / 2nd Place – $200
After every sample, you'll have the opportunity to cast your vote and help decide who earns the coveted People's Choice Award.
Who will be crowned Wichita's Best Margarita this year?
Join hundreds of margarita lovers for an unforgettable evening of handcrafted cocktails, tequila tastings, music, and great company at Wichita's favorite cocktail event.

How It Works
1. Step 1: Check in at the gate and receive your six drink tickets.
2. Step 2: Visit participating bartenders and exchange your drink tickets for handcrafted margarita samples or premium tequila tastings.
3. Step 3: Explore Botanica Gardens after hours, enjoy music from DJ Magnum, and grab dinner or a snack from one of our food trucks.
4. Step 4: Cast your vote for your favorite margarita and help crown this year's People's Choice Winner.
5. Step 5: Stay for the awards ceremony at 9pm, as we announce the winners and celebrate Wichita's best margaritas.