CASA BACARDÍ kicks off 2026 with its inaugural Tropical Edition in Goa, a two-day beachfront extravaganza at W Goa on February 7-8. Featuring global Afrobeat and electronic artists like Artbat and Da Capo, immersive cultural zones, signature cocktails, and a Bacardí x Crep Dog Crew streetwear collab, it celebrates self-expression and community for young India. Tickets start at ₹2,750 on District.
CASA BACARDÍ Tropical Edition transforms Goa into a hub for music, culture, and shared energy, marking the first stop in a traveling festival series across India's tropical spots. Tailored for young Indians craving authentic connections, the event at W Goa emphasizes creative freedom and intimate vibes amid beachfront settings.
This debut edition blends high-energy performances with pop-ups in fashion, art, food, and mixology, inviting attendees to "Do What Moves You" through vibrant, rebellious experiences.
Key Highlights
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Artbat headlines with Ukrainian techno-house grooves alongside Sistek, Kiliminjaro, Dec Capo, Anyasa, Da Capo, Lifafa, and Techpanda x Kenzani, spanning Afro-inspired beats to electronic house.
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Exclusive CASA BACARDÍ x Crep Dog Crew collection fuses Caribbean carnival spirit with urban streetwear, highlighting fearless individuality and bold design.
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Immersive zones feature world-class bar takeovers with tropical Bacardí cocktails, international mixology, Goa food pop-ups, workshops, and fashion-art crossovers for all-day discovery.
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Two-day format from 3 PM promises sunset vibes to sunrise rhythms, with three stages and engagement spots for diverse moods.
Why It Matters
Goodies Narayanan, Bacardí's Director of Marketing, notes this festival captures young India's shift toward community-driven, expressive events that feel genuine and culturally rich.
As India's festival scene booms with global trends, CASA BACARDÍ sets a new standard for tropical escapes blending rum heritage—rooted in 1862 Cuba—with modern self-expression.
Sources: PR Newswire, District.in.