National Harbor is bringing back its popular CocktailPro event for the third year on Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at 151 St. George Boulevard near The Gaylord National. This year’s theme, “Spiced & Stirred,” will feature National Harbor’s top ten bartenders and mixologists competing for a $1,000 prize and the title of best cocktail.
The contestants include bartenders and mixologists from Silver Diner (2023 CocktailPro winner), Bond45, Fogo de Chao, The Walrus Oyster & Ale House, Fiorella Italian Kitchen & Pizzeria, Rosa Mexicano, The Westin National Harbor (last year’s winner), Hyatt Place, SUCCOTASH, and McCormick & Schmick’s. Each will put their own twist on “Spiced & Stirred” creative cocktails.
Hosted by 93.9 WKYS’ Aladdin “Prince of the Airwayz,” the evening will celebrate creative flavors to sip and savor. Attendees will receive 10 drink tickets to sample each bartender’s creation, enjoy delicious local food trucks, experience VIP treatment with lounge seating, groove to sounds by DJ Valet, and take part in giveaways and more.
“This is a great opportunity for residents and visitors to taste uniquely crafted cocktails from National Harbor’s best bartenders in one location,” said Lauren Fells, marketing content manager at National Harbor and event organizer. “Guests, who get the final vote, will have a tough decision to make this year with so much talent in one place.”
Tickets start at $71.09 (including taxes) and can be purchased online. “Advance registration is recommended as this event usually sells out,” Fells added.
