NMCC Festival is a great way to discover culinary treasures as well as rich music, art and cultural heritage. We look forward to returning!
— Jill and Dale DeGroff
AMAZING! Natalie Bovis produced a fantastic Festival that celebrates the art of the Mixologist, creative cocktails and world class hospitality…I can’t wait to see what is in store this year!
— Tony Abou-Ganim
 

11th annual Cocktails & Culture Festival 2026

Thursday, May 28, 5-8 pm: TACO WARS

Saturday, May 30, 1-3 pm: Special Spirits Tasting

SINCE 2015, The Liquid Muse has donated to our community through TACO WARS and the Cocktails & Culture Festival:

As of 2025:

Espanola Animal Shelter: $12,500+

Santa Fe Animal Shelter: $28,000+

Cooking With Kids: $5000+

Helen David Relief Fund: $5000+

Santa Fe Youth & Family Services: $3500+

Animal Protection New Mexico $1000+

New Mexico Children’s Hospital: $500+

New Mexico Children’s Grief Center: $500+

Pints For Parkinson’s: $250+


This multi-day celebration of the culinary bonanza and dazzling culture provides unparalleled spirited social excitement in the Land of Enchantment including live entertainment, cocktail and food tastings, world class seminar opportunities for home entertainers and hospitality professionals.