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The Houston Margarita Festival

  • Ages 21+

Margarita Tasting Contest, Live DJ, Food Vendors, Beer Garden, and a Trip Giveaway Who has the best margarita in Houston? You decide?

By International Margarita Organization

Date and time

Saturday, June 28 · 2 - 8pm CDT

Location

1700 City Plaza Dr

1700 City Plaza Drive Spring, TX 77389

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Get ready to sip, savor, and spice things up at the St. Louis Margarita Festival 🍹 on Saturday, June 28, 2025!


This isn't just any festival—it's the ultimate margarita tasting competition, and YOU are the judge. Join 2,500 margarita lovers for a flavor-packed showdown to crown THE BEST MARGARITA in Houston. 🎉


Here’s how it works: Your entry ticket (grab yours now for the best deal!) includes TEN 3.5oz margarita samples—the largest pours allowed by law—each served over ice by Houston's top bars and restaurants. 🧂 From sweet and sultry, to spicy and bold, to wild, out-of-this-world creations—you decide who shakes it best. 🍋

The winning bar or restaurant walks away with $1,000 and ultimate bragging rights.


But that’s just the beginning…

This festival is packed with flavor and fun:

🎧 Live DJ spinning party vibes all day

🌮 Street Food Vendors serving up mouthwatering eats

🍹 Frozen Drinks for those craving something blended (and bigger 😉)

🍺 Beer Garden for the hop-heads

🎟️ Chance to Win a DREAM TRIP TO MEXICO—because the fiesta should never end 🪇

And best of all? A portion of every ticket supports the Alexiam Foundation, helping children’s charities across the region. So you're sipping for a cause!


🎟️ How to Join the Fun:

  1. Grab your ticket now – choose General Admission or go VIP for early entry and perks.
  2. Show up on June 28 and get your Margarita Sampling Card & Voting Chip.
  3. Sip through 10 unforgettable margaritas.
  4. Dance, eat, drink, and enter the Mexico trip raffle (proceeds go to charity!).
  5. Vote for your favorite margarita—then stick around to see who takes the crown… and who wins the vacation!


Frequently asked questions

HOW MANY MARGARITAS WILL I SAMPLES?

You will enjoy over 10 3.5oz margarita samples​ served over ice

HOW BIG ARE THE SAMPLES?

Samples are each 3.5oz, served over ice, which is the largest allowed by law.​ **NOW BIGGER MARGARITA SAMPLES**

WHEN IS THE FESTIVAL?

Saturday June 28th 2025 from 2PM - 8PM​

WHAT TIME DOES THE SAMPLING START?

2pm for VIP Ticket Holders, 5PM for General Sampling Ticket Holders.​

​WILL THERE BE FOOD?

Yes. There will be Street Tacos and other street food​ on-site​

WHO IS THE BENEFICIARY OF THE FESTIVAL?

The Alexiam Foundation benefiting Children's Charities is our Charity Partner.​​

ARE KIDS ALLOWED?

No, the Festival is strictly 21+, NO EXCEPTIONS.

HOW DOES MY RESTAURANT COMPETE?

Send us an email to (info@bestmargs.org) with your contact info and we will send you the forms!​

CAN I BE A FESTIVAL SPONSOR?

Yes, please send us an email to (info@bestmargs.org) and we will send you our Sponsorship Options and get you on board!

WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS?

The show goes on, rain or shine. Plenty of covered areas.

​CAN I BRING OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINKS?

No, there will be food and drinks for purchase at the Festival.​

HOW IS THE WINNER SELECTED?

At 8PM, the Moderator will collect the voting jars from each booth and count the voting chips. The booth with the most voting chips, wins the prize!

WHAT TIME IS TRIP TO MEXICO GIVEAWAY?

At 8:15PM, we will announce the winner of the raffle.

Organized by

The International Margarita Organization (IMO) is a global organization dedicated to celebrating and perfecting the craft of the margarita. Our mission is to discover, honor, and share the best margaritas from cities worldwide, elevating the iconic cocktail to an art form!

Throughout our margarita festivals we bring together local mixologist and restaurants to showcase their creativity and award the finest margaritas. Beyond events, IMO champions education and innovation, ensuring the margarita remains a symbol of celebration and creativity!

$5 – $1,000