Evening Events
Thursday 5:30 to 7 pm
Welcome Reception at the Ritz Carlton
Sponsored by DesertNet

Friday 7 to 10 pm
Night of Divine Deviance at The Republic

Saturday 5:30 to 7 pm
Reception at the Museum of the American Cocktail
Sponsored by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), the national trade association representing the makers of distilled spirits products sold in America. 

The evening events are included for all registered convention attendees and exhibitors. Guest passes for the three events may be purchased in advance for $100.

AltWeekly Awards Presentation
Friday 4 to 5: 30 pm
This year we'll recognize and honor the winners of the AltWeekly Awards and their work at an afternoon reception. For the first time, you can toast the winners and runners-up with an adult beverage — and enjoy a light bite as well.

Free Speech Lunch
Saturday 12 to 1:30 pm
Special guest speaker: Guatemalan journalist José Rubén Zamora

The AltWeekly Awards Presentation and the Free Speech Lunch are optional events which require advance registration. Tickets are $25 per person per event.