The Great Lakes Cigar Festival will return for its second edition on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan. Organized by Wild Bill’s and headlined once again by title sponsor Drew Estate, the event promises an expanded experience following the success of its inaugural year.
Among the returning highlights is Drew Estate’s Black Widow Saloon, described as an experience within an experience. The saloon offers a guided pairing of Deadwood Tobacco & Co cigars with highly allocated bourbons. There’s also the Undercrown rolling station, where attendees will have the rare opportunity to roll their own cigars under the guidance of Drew Estate’s Pedro Gomez. The immersive experience underscores the event’s commitment to showcasing the craftsmanship behind premium cigars and Drew Estate’s roots in EstelÃ, Nicaragua.
The festival will feature tiered ticket options, including General Admission, Social, and VIP packages, with discussions underway for an Elite tier offering more intimate access to industry figures and enhanced experiences. The event also brings back a robust lineup of food trucks, a racetrack experience, and an elaborate drone show, which last year included a midair display of the festival’s name and Wild Bill’s logo.
Preceding the main event, a Friday night pre-party is slated to take place onsite at the M1 Concourse, giving VIP attendees an early glimpse of the venue and a chance to mingle with industry personalities.
For updates and ticket information, attendees are encouraged to sign up at GreatLakesCigarFest.com and follow @GLCigarFest on Facebook and Instagram.
