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International Pirate and Rum Festival in Campeche
Listening to pirate stories and legends while enjoying the view of Campeche’s waterfront and sharing drinks with friends will be possible at the first International Pirate and Rum Festival.
What to See and Do at the International Pirate and Rum Festival
The first edition of the International Pirate and Rum Festival arrives in the Yucatán Peninsula as an event that combines history, culture, gastronomy, and tradition.
The festival’s theme is inspired by the pirates who once raided ports along the Gulf of Mexico, including Campeche. The city, a walled colonial settlement and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999, still preserves traces of that history in its traditions and cultural identity.
Rum will be the central attraction of the event. As a traditional regional beverage, its production benefits from the area’s natural conditions and tropical climate, which are ideal for both fermentation and distillation.
The festival will showcase the traditions, culture, history, and cuisine of Campeche.
More than 84 exhibitors from nine Mexican states that produce rum and sugarcane spirits will participate.
The guest country for this edition is the Dominican Republic. Its delegation will include master rum makers, gastronomic exhibitions, and cultural activities.
Festival Activities
In addition to rum tastings featuring national and international brands along the iconic Calle 59, the festival will offer:
Business and Education
- Conferences with master rum makers
- Panels on exports and industry trends
Gastronomy
- Traditional cooks presenting local dishes
- Exclusive food and rum pairings
- Private dinners
Cultural and Music Festival
- Live concerts
- Pirate parades and themed floats
- Caribbean dance performances
- Evening entertainment shows
Experiences and Activities
- Pirate-themed rally
- Corsair ship tours
- Golf tournament
- Sport fishing events
- Fashion show
The festival will also host the first Rum Cup competition, where judges will select the best rum based on quality and excellence.
Admission
Admission to the festival is free. Visitors must register in advance through the official festival website. Some activities may require separate registration.
Dates and Location
Dates: November 20–22
Venue: Puerta del Mar, Historic Center of Campeche
Address: Calle 10 (between Calle 55 and Calle 57), Centro Histórico, San Francisco de Campeche, Mexico.
Source: eluniversal
