Be Part of the Ultimate Cigar Journey in the Heart of the Caribbean!
17 - 20 February, 2026
A truly unique and unforgettable experience
The Procigar Festival was created by the Association of the Dominican Cigar Manufacturers (PROCIGAR), an unforgettable experience in the cigar industry, combining educational opportunities, entertainment, and a large number of exclusives premium cigars.
The Festival promotes the Dominican tobacco industry strengthening our current position as exporters of the finest premium cigars in the world.
Meet and get to know the most recognized Master Blenders worldwide.
This Procigar Festival 2026 starts in Santiago de los Caballeros, the cigar capital of the world, for a circuit of simultaneous tours where guests can participate in guided visits to the most exclusive premium cigar factories and tobacco fields, as well as leisure tours that promote the Dominican Republic. Each day culminates with a grand dinner were more than 800 national and international guests gather to celebrate the Dominican tobacco industry.
Procigar Festival
17 - 20 February, 2026
Registration includes:
- Cigar factories and tobacco field tours
- New and unreleased cigars
- Lunch with the gurus of the cigar industry
- Insightful seminars, contests and beach activities
- Admission to dinner parties (Premium Open Bar)
- Premium cigars during tours and dinners
- Amazing excursions
- Transportation to all tours and dinners from main hotels
- Complimentary official festival goodie bag*
*PF2026 Premium Goodie Bag will be given when you register for all the activities in Santiago (Valued at over US$450.00).
*PF2026 Goodie Bag will be given when you choose at least four activities in Santiago (It applies for tours and dinners).
🚐 Transportations to tours and dinners will be provided from the main hotels.
✈ Airfare and hotel expenses are not included in the festival fee.
🛌 Exclusive Procigar discounts at hotels are offered. Rooms are subject to availability.
🎟 Registration is open to consumers, retailers, press and suppliers. Only cigar brands manufactured by the members of Procigar are allowed at the festival activities.
Must be over 21 to attend.
Check the schedule of events and mark your calendars for the PROCIGAR FESTIVAL 2026!
- QR Codes are required for admission to all Dinner Parties
- Registration badge is only required for the Day Tours
- Transportation to all the Festival’s activities is provided from main hotels
- Procigar Festival registration office in Santiago will be open from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Join us at the Procigar Festival 2026, taking place in Santiago de los Caballeros in the Cibao Valley. Exciting tours and exquisite dinners await you as part of this premium experience.
The time for the activities in Santiago has been scheduled to depart from the Residence Inn Hotel. For guests staying at other hotels, departure time will be earlier, except for dinner parties. You will find bus schedule on our Procigar Festival App as soon as you register.
SANTIAGO – FEBRUARY 17th to 20th, 2026
| REGISTRATION | FROM | TO | LOCATION | |
| 1 | ALL FESTIVAL REGISTRATION IN SANTIAGO | 2:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Residence Inn |
| WARM UP FESTIVAL | ||||
| 1 | WARM UP FESTIVAL | 7:00 PM | 11:00 PM | PisoOnce, Residence Inn |
| TOUR | FROM | TO | LOCATION | LIVE THE EXPERIENCE | |
| 1 – | LA FLOR DOMINICANA FARM & FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 4:30 PM | La Canela | ▶ |
| 2 – | DAVIDOFF TOBACCO FIELD TOUR – A TIME BEAUTIFULLY FIELD | 8:45 AM | 3:30 PM | Villa Gonzalez | ▶ |
| 3 – | GENERAL CIGAR TOBACCO FIELD TOUR | 8:45 AM | 3:30 PM | Mao | |
| 4 – | CHATEAU DE LA FUENTE, “BIRTH PLACE OF A DREAM” TOUR | 8:45 AM | 5:00 PM | Bonao | ▶ |
| 5 – | DE LOS REYES FIELD & FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 4:30 PM | Navarrete | ▶ |
| 6 – | 2 IN 1CASA CARRILLO FACTORY TOUR & INT. PACKGING | 8:45 AM | 3:30 PM | Free Zone Santiago | ▶ |
| DINNER | |||||
| 1 – | DEPARTURE TO WELCOME DINNER PARTY | 6:45 PM | Lobby Hotel | ||
| 2 – | WELCOME DINNER PARTY – Cocktail Attire | 7:30 PM | 11:00 PM | Parque Central Santiago | ▶ |
| THURSDAY – FEBRUARY 19th, 2026 | ||||||
| TOUR | FROM | TO | LOCATION | LIVE THE EXPERIENCE | ||
| 1 | QUESADA CIGAR & PDR CIGARS FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 2:30 PM | Licey & Tamboril | ▶ | ▶ |
| 2 | LA AURORA FIELD & FACTORY TOUR – FROM SEED TO SMOKE | 8:45 AM | 2:30 PM | Jacagua / Tamboril | ▶ | |
| 3 | “THE GRAND CATHEDRAL OF TOBACCO” BY TABACALERA A. FUENTE | 8:45 AM | 2:30 PM | Free Zone Santiago | ▶ | |
| 4 | LA FLOR DOMINICANA FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 2:30 PM | La Canela | ▶ | |
| 5 | CASA CARRILLO FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 2:30 PM | Free Zone Santiago | ▶ | |
| 6 | WHERE ALL THE MAGIC HAPPENS – TABACALERA PALMA HOME OF LA GALERA CIGARS, FIELD AND FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 2:30 PM | Jacagua / Tamboril | ▶ | |
| SEMINAR | ||||||
| 1 | POWER TALK | 3:30 PM | 4:30 PM | A. Fuente Cigar Lounge | ||
| DINNER | ||||||
| 1 | DEPARTURE TO WHITE DINNER PARTY | 6:45 PM | Lobby Hotel | |||
| 2 | WHITE DINNER PARTY – White Attire | 7:30 PM | 11:30 PM | Monumento a los Héroes de La Restauración | VIDEO | |
| TOUR | FROM | TO | LOCATION | LIVE THE EXPERIENCE | |
| 1 – | GENERAL CIGAR FACTORY TOUR – HOME OF COHIBA | 10:00 AM | 3:30 PM | Zona Franca Santiago | |
| 2 – | DAVIDOFF FACTORY TOUR – A TIME BEAUTIFULLY FILLED | 10:00 AM | 3:30 PM | Villa Gonzalez | ▶ |
| 3 – | LA AURORA FIELD & FACTORY TOUR – FROM SEED TO SMOKE | 10:00 AM | 3:30 PM | Jacagua / Tamboril | ▶ |
| 4 – | TABACALERA PALMA HOME OF LA GALERA CIGARS, FIELD AND FACTORY TOUR – WHERE ALL THE MAGIC HAPPENS | 10:00 AM | 3:30 PM | Jacagua / Tamboril | ▶ |
| 5 – | ARNOLD ANDRE – TOBACCO EXPERIENCE SINCE 1817 | 10:00 AM | 3:00 PM | Zona Franca Santiago | ▶ |
| 6 – | SANTIAGO TOUR | 10:00 AM | 3:00 PM | Santiago | |
| DINNER | |||||
| 1 – | DEPARTURE TO AUCTION GALA DINNER PARTY | 6:45 PM | Lobby Hotel | ||
| 2 – | AUCTION GALA DINNER PARTY – Formal Attire | 7:30 PM | 12:00 AM | Casa Club Centro Español | ▶ |
Once you have submitted your registration, you will receive an e-mail confirmation. Registration will be completed, and QR Codes will be shared upon the reception of your payment.
Registration is Easy
Three simple steps for the registration:
- Start by clicking the REGISTER NOW button to create your user
- Choose your activities to Live The Ultimate Cigar Experience.
- Book your room at one of our official hotels – Follow the steps in Hotel “Reservation Tab”
REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT TOTAL FEE: US$2,500.00
Full Registration will receive a 10 % discount. Offer valid until August 31st,2025.
Participation Fee for each activity in Santiago:
- Fee for Warm Up Festival – February 17th – US$ 100.00
- Fee for Day Tours (Wednesday, Thursday & Friday) – US$ 300.00 each
- Fee for Welcome Dinner Party – February 18th – US$ 500.00
- Fee for White Dinner Party – February 19th – US$ 600.00
- Fee for Gala Dinner Party – February 20th – US$ 400.00
Registrations will be open until February 12th or until tours reach their capacity, whichever comes first.
Note: If you are not able to select a specific tour, it means that it is already fully booked.
If you need any assistance, please contact:
📌Miliana Soriano
☎: 809-580-4754
📱WhatsApp: 849-268-3458
Hotels at Santiago Valley
Your reservation should be made in one our official hotels: Residence Inn or Hotel Santiago. Other hotels are accepted, but transportation is only provided from our official hotels.
Reservations MUST be made by contacting Procigar representative:
📌Miliana Soriano
☎: 809-580-4754
📱WhatsApp: 849-268-3458
A limited block of rooms has been reserved for this event at all hotels. The special room rates will be available until January 15th or until the group block is sold-out, whichever comes first.
Follow the links below for pricing information and official hotel options for the Second Portion in Santiago:
Breakfast is included at these hotels. Procigar offers transportation to all Festival events only from our official hotels.
The best option is Cibao International Airport (STI) in Santiago, another option is Las Americas Airport (SDQ) at Santo Domingo. They all have a couple of airlines available depending on your departure city
It is important to highlight, in case your flight arrived at Las Americas Airport (SDQ) you’ll need transportation from Santo Domingo to Santiago de los Caballeros. The time estimated between both cities is 2h 30min.
If you are attending to all activities of the Festival from February 17th until February 20th, arrival airport on February 17th (or before), the best optiones are: from Cibao International Airport (STI) or Gregorio Luperón International Airport in Puerto Plata (located 1.5 hours driving from Santiago) or Las Americas Airport (SDQ) in Santo Domingo (2.5 hours driving). They all have a couple of airlines available. You can also depart from Santiago (STI) if you choose a flight connecting through Miami or NY (USA) and there’s a nonstop flight from Cibao International Airport (STI) to Madrid, Spain ( MAD) only departing on the 21st.
Punta Cana or La Romana is in the east coast of Dominican Republic, about 160 miles from Santiago, approximately 4-5 hours driving.
The total cost of the Ultimate Cigar Experience (Full Itinerary) is US $2,500.00; it includes all expenses such as goodie bag valued over US $450.00, transportation for all events, seminars, lunches, dinner parties, all tours, promotional items, cigars, etc.
If your wife is not interested in visiting the factories, you will need to select the dinner that she is interested in. Below you will find the dinner fees per night:
- Warm Up Festival (February 17th) – US $100.00
- Welcome Dinner Party (February 18th) – US $500.00
- White Dinner Party (February 19th) – US $600.00
- Gala Dinner Party (February 20th) – US $400.00
- Welcome Dinner Party (February 18th): Cocktail attire
- White Dinner Party (February 19th): White cocktail attire (“chacabanas” or white shirt is suggested for men)
- Gala Dinner Party (February 20th): Formal attire (suit and tie for men).
Dominican Pesos is the official currency in Dominican Republic but, in most places, you can also pay in US Dollars. The exchange rate in November 2025 is 62.50 pesos for one dollar.
Money is only needed for the hotel charges, which can be paid by credit card. The Festival includes all transportations (from official hotels to all Festival activities and vice versa), and meals. If you are willing to donate during the auction at the Gala Dinner Party, cash, check, or credit card are recommended.
No, you don’t. You will only find mosquitoes; it would be a good idea to bring insect repellent.
You just need your passport.
Dominican Republic is a place like no other
Dominican Republic is a place like no other; a true paradise in the heart of the Caribbean. The magnificent views of its breathtaking landscapes, the contagious sounds of the rhythmic drums and the fascinating taste of its marvelous food, naturally blends with the warmth of its friendly people, and the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the finest tobacco to engulf you, causing an unforgettable sensory explosion that will leave you waiting for more.
Divided into three regions: East, South and North; each surrounded by the most beautiful beaches and the greenest of mountains, Dominican Republic has the perfect environment and provides the ideal agricultural conditions for various and many high-quality produces.
La Romana, located on the eastern coast of the island, a sugar-cane town that also specializes in cattle-raising, is one of the world’s largest tourist’s destinations, keeping some of the best golf courses of the island.
The capital city, Santo Domingo, illuminates the south coast and the whole Caribbean Sea. This is where the old meets the new, being the oldest city in the Americas and one of the fastest growing in the area.
In the northern region, where the Cibao valley holds one of the most fertile regions of the island, sits Dominican Republic second largest city, Santiago de los Caballeros, well endowed with rich soil and incredible natural resources, regularly attracting nature lovers, cigar connoisseurs and those seeking adventure.
Being one of the country’s best kept secrets, the wonderful city of Santiago invites you to the cigar event of the year, Procigar Festival 2024; a time to experience all the energy, rhythm and tradition in the Cigar Capital of the World.
A true paradise in the heart of the Caribbean. The magnificent views of its breathtaking landscapes, the contagious sounds of the rhythmic drums and the fascinating taste of its marvelous food, naturally blends with the warmth of its friendly people, and the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the finest tobacco to engulf you, causing an unforgettable sensory explosion that will leave you waiting for more.
Divided into three regions: East, South and North; each surrounded by the most beautiful beaches and the greenest of mountains, Dominican Republic has the perfect environment and provides the ideal agricultural conditions for various and many high-quality produces.
La Romana, located on the eastern coast of the island, a sugar-cane town that also specializes in cattle-raising, is one of the world’s largest tourist’s destinations, keeping some of the best golf courses of the island.
The capital city, Santo Domingo, illuminates the south coast and the whole Caribbean Sea. This is where the old meets the new, being the oldest city in the Americas and one of the fastest growing in the area.
In the northern region, where the Cibao valley holds one of the most fertile regions of the island, sits Dominican Republic second largest city, Santiago de los Caballeros, well endowed with rich soil and incredible natural resources, regularly attracting nature lovers, cigar connoisseurs and those seeking adventure.
Being one of the country’s best kept secrets, the wonderful city of Santiago invites you to the cigar event of the year, Procigar Festival 2022; a time to experience all the energy, rhythm and tradition in the Cigar Capital of the World.
Sponsors Contact
Procigar Festival Cancellation Policy
Full refund will be issued for cancellations submitted 60 days or more prior the event.
50% refund will be issued for cancellations submitted between 60 and 30 days prior the event.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations submitted less than 30 days before the event.
* Payment platform fees WILL NOT BE REFUNDABLE *
DOWNLOAD OUR OFFICIAL APP OF THE PROCIGAR FESTIVAL FOR MOBILE!
Our APP offers access to your personal itinerary (QR CODES), transportation information, our Sponsors, official Procigar Festival 2025 Guidebook and much more.
You can download it through the following links:
- Apple Store (iphone mobiles and tablets)
- Google Play (Androids mobiles and tablets)
REGISTRATION
Once you haVe submitted your registration, you will receive an e-mail confirmation. Registration will be completed and QR Codes will be shared upon the reception of your payment.
Registration is Easy
Three simple steps for the registration:
- Start by clicking the REGISTER NOW button to create your user.
- Choose your activities to “Live The Ultimate Cigar Experience”.
- Book your room at one of our official hotels (La Romana and Santiago portion) – Follow the steps in Hotel Reservation Tab
REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT TOTAL FEE: US$2,500.00
Full Registration will receive a 10 % discount. Offer valid until August 31st,2025.
Participation Fee for the FIRST portion
Participation Fee for the SECOND portion
NOTE: If you are not able to select a specific tour, it means that it is already booked.
If you need any assistance, please contact:
Miliana Soriano
☎ Office: 809-580-4754
📱WhatsApp: +1 849-268-3458
Fulll payment is required to complete your registration
Check the schedule of events and mark your calendars for the PROCIGAR FESTIVAL 2026!
- Qr Codes are required for admission to all Dinner Parties
- Registration badge is only required for the Day Tours
- Transportation to all the Festival’s activities is provided from main hotels
- Procigar Festival registration office in Santiago will be open from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
The Procigar Festival is divided in 2 portions:
- First portion- La Romana, Casa de Campo * To participate in this portion of the Festival, you must book a room at our main hotel with an All-Inclusive Package, ONLY through the link provided on our website. Any other arrangements will not be accepted.*
- Second portion – Cibao Valley in Santiago
The time for the activities in Santiago has been scheduled to depart from the Residence Inn Hotel. For guests staying at other hotels, departure time will be earlier, except for dinner parties. You will find bus schedule on our Procigar Festival App as soon as you register.
FIRST PORTION - LA ROMANA (FEBRUARY 15th to 17th, 2026)
| REGISTRATION | FROM | TO | LOCATION | VIDEO | |
| 1 | REGISTRATION AT READING AREA | 2:00 PM | 5:00 PM | Reading Area (Next to Check-In Area) | LIVE THE EXPERIENCE |
| DINNER | |||||
| 1 | WELCOME COCKTAIL, NIGHT GOLF | 7:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Driving Range | |
| 2 | NIGHT GOLF AND DINNER BY TABACALERA DE GARCIA | 8:00 PM | 10:00 PM | Driving Range |
| BREAKFAST | FROM | TO | LOCATION | |
| 1 | BREAKFAST AND RELAX AT THE HOTEL | 8:00 AM | 10:00 AM | |
| CATAMARAN | ||||
| 1 | DEPARTURE TO LA MARINA | 7:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Driving Range |
| 2 | CATAMARAN & SEMINAR BY TABACALERA DE GARCIA | 8:00 PM | 10:00 PM | Driving Range |
| DINNER | ||||
| 1 | COCKTAIL | 7:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Plaza Chavón |
| 2 | DINNER BY TABACALERA DE GARCIA | 8:00 PM | 11:00 PM | Plaza Chavón |
| BREAKFAST & CHECK OUT | FROM | TO | LOCATION | |
| 1 | BREAKFAST & CHECK OUT | 7:00 AM | 8:45 AM | |
| TOUR | ||||
| 1 | DEPARTURE TO TABACALERA DE GARCIA TOUR | 9:00 AM | Lobby Hotel | |
| 2 | TABACALERA DE GARCIA TOUR | 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM | La Romana |
| LUNCH & DEPARTURE | ||||
| 1 | LUNCH AT CASA DE CAMPO | 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM | Lago Grill Restaurant |
| 2 | DEPARTURE TO SANTIAGO | 2:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
SECOND PORTION - SANTIAGO (FEBRUARY 17th to 20th, 2026)
| REGISTRATION | FROM | TO | LOCATION | |
| 1 | ALL FESTIVAL REGISTRATION IN SANTIAGO | 2:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Residence Inn |
| WARM UP FESTIVAL | ||||
| 1 | WARM UP FESTIVAL | 7:00 PM | 11:00 PM | PisoOnce, Residence Inn |
| Enjoy an exclusive festival warming celebration hosted by Procigar Members and their staff. Feel the cozy environment among the cigar industries’ leaders, a bunch of familiar faces and cigar aficionados from all around the globe. Procigar Members welcome international guests to the Cigar Capital of the World with drinks, music, food and best premium smoke! |
CLICK HERE AND LIVE THE EXPERIENCE OF REGISTRATION AND WARM UP FESTIVAL
| TOUR | FROM | TO | LOCATION | |
| 1 | LA FLOR DOMINICANA TOBACCO FIELD AND FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 4:30 PM | La Canela |
| 2 | DAVIDOFF TOBACCO FIELD & PROCESS TOUR | 8:45 AM | 3:30 PM | Villa Gonzalez |
| 3 | GENERAL CIGAR TOBACCO FIELD TOUR | 8:45 AM | 3:30 PM | Mao |
| 4 | TABACALERA DE GARCIA TOBBACO FIELD TOUR (JOSE MENDEZ & CO. TOBACCO FIELD TOUR) | 8:45 AM | 4:00 PM | Navarrete |
| 5 | CHATEAU DE LA FUENTE TOUR | 8:45 AM | 5:00 PM | Bonao |
| 6 | DE LOS REYES FIELD & FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 4:30 PM | Navarrete |
| 7 | CASA CARRILLO FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 3:30 PM | Free Zone Santiago |
| DINNER | ||||
| 1 | DEPARTURE TO WELCOME DINNER PARTY | 6:45 PM | Lobby Hotel | |
| 2 | WELCOME DINNER PARTY – Cocktail Attire | 7:30 PM | 11:00 PM | Parque Central Santiago |
| Be part of a wonderful evening filled with a true expression of the Dominican culture held at the Parque Central. All guests will receive an exclusive limited edition cigar box and enjoy a remarkable culinary experience together with live music by local performers. Don’t miss to enroll the traditional Dominican music dance contest, where the winners receive exclusive cigar boxes from Procigar. |
| TOUR | FROM | TO | LOCATION | |
| 1 | QUESADA CIGAR & PDR CIGARS FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 2:30 PM | Licey & Tamboril |
| 2 | LA AURORA FIELD & FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 2:30 PM | Jacagua |
| 3 | TABACALERA FUENTE FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 2:30 PM | Free Zone Santiago |
| 4 | LA FLOR DOMINICANA FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 2:30 PM | La Canela |
| 5 | CASA CARRILLO FACTORY TOUR | 8:45 AM | 2:30 PM | Free Zone Santiago |
| 6 | TABACALERA PALMA | 8:45 AM | 2:30 PM | Tamboril |
| DINNER | ||||
| 1 | DEPARTURE TO WHITE DINNER PARTY | 6:15 PM | Lobby Hotel | |
| 2 | WHITE DINNER PARTY – White Attire | 6:45 PM | 11:30 PM | Monumento a los Héroes de La Restauración |
| Feel the excitement of being part of the special guests attending the famous White Party at Monumento a los Héroes de la Restauración, Santiago’s iconic monument, which rises atop the city. Attendees will enjoy a unique atmosphere with a majestic set up that highlights the beauty and welcoming atmosphere of our beloved city. Those present at the event will receive the best premium cigars in a very special cigar box designed by a local artist, winner of the first Art Contest held by Procigar. Look around, you will be one of the exclusive participants that will make it to this sold-out unique venue. |
| TOUR | FROM | TO | LOCATION | |
| 1 | GENERAL CIGAR FACTORY TOUR | 10:00 AM | 3:30 PM | Zona Franca Santiago |
| 2 | DAVIDOFF TOBACCO FIELD & PROCESS TOUR | 10:00 AM | 3:30 PM | Villa Gonzalez |
| 3 | LA AURORA FIELD & FACTORY TOUR | 10:00 AM | 3:30 PM | Jacagua |
| 4 | TABACALERA PALMA FIELD & FACTORY TOUR | 10:00 AM | 3:30 PM | Tamboril |
| 5 | ARNOLD ANDRE FACTORY TOUR | 10:00 AM | 3:00 PM | Zona Franca Santiago |
| 6 | SANTIAGO TOUR | 10:00 AM | 3:00 PM | Santiago |
| DINNER | ||||
| 1 | DEPARTURE TO AUCTION GALA DINNER PARTY | 6:45 PM | Lobby Hotel | |
| 2 | AUCTION GALA DINNER PARTY – Formal Attire | 7:30 PM | 12:00 AM | Casa Club Centro Español |
Close the night with the Gala Dinner Party held at Centro Español, a private club founded in 1965. On this night, you will be welcomed with a collectible cigar box, a delightful dinner and a spectacular show. Enjoy and participate in the Auction of Collectible items filled with either special, rare of Limited-Edition cigars, kindly donated by Procigar Members and other associates, to benefit low-income families with children and elders of the Dominican Republic. You can also contribute to building a totally equipped new home for one of the cigar industry’s employees. End this journey with an after party featuring DJs, performances by dancers, and the best cigar brands in the world. |