Tiki-a-Go-Go April 2-4, 2027 - Orlando, FL

SAVE THE DATE!

Tiki-a-Go-Go returns April 2–4, 2027, at the beautiful Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Florida!

Join us for our 4th annual gathering as the East Coast’s largest Tiki event returns with legendary entertainment, acclaimed presenters, guest bars, artists, and immersive experiences from around the world.

Mark your calendars and get ready for some major announcements. We’ve got big things brewing, and you won’t want to miss a moment.

Your next tropical adventure awaits. Hotel accommodations and ticket information coming soon.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop!

www.tikiagogoevent.com

📸 Graphics by: @coreysmithcreative

[ Edited by jwescoat on 2026-06-09 12:27:45 ]

https://youtube.com/shorts/C39wVJcqsZc?si=P0-sIRN2odkuXYPP

We’re already hard at work booking next year’s presenters and entertainment, and we cannot wait to start announcing what’s coming.

In the meantime, go ahead and mark your calendar for Tiki a Go-Go April 2-4 2027!

Keep an eye out this July for our first big reveals, including our featured artist and hotel block details. Trust us… you’re going to want to be there.

www.tikiagogoevent.com

Think you know who our 2027 Featured Artist will be?

Over the years we've been honored to feature some incredible talent, including McBiff, Mookie, and SHAG. And now it's time for the next chapter.

Who's your guess?

Drop your prediction in the comments! Will it be a legendary tiki artist, a rising star, or someone completely unexpected? We won't be giving away any hints... at least not yet.

The official announcement is coming soon, and we can't wait to share who's creating the artwork that will define Tiki-a-Go-Go 2027!

New episode of The Tiny Tiki Talk Show!

Host Trevor Kelly sits down with tiki legend Tiki tOny to talk about his incredible career, Pee-wee Herman, Dongoroa, Tiki-a-Go-Go, and more!

Plus, don't miss the surprise announcements at the end!

🎥 Watch now on the Tiki-a-Go-Go YouTube channel; www.youtube.com/@tiki-a-go-go

https://youtu.be/ingM__qsKMY?si=dIVOFXlYKjWYtwGh

#TiKi #tikitony #tinytikitalkshow #tikiagogo #PlanterayRum

[ Edited by jwescoat on 2026-07-12 18:16:09 ]

At Tiki-a-Go-Go, we're committed to delivering an exciting, all-inclusive experience at an exceptional value. From world-class entertainment and engaging presentations to live music, shopping, and more, your weekend pass is packed with unforgettable experiences. Because great memories shouldn't come with hidden costs; they should come with great value.

[ Edited by jwescoat on 2026-07-13 20:18:45 ]

Our voyage to Tiki-a-Go-Go 2027 begins today.

We're excited to announce the first presenter joining us for Tiki-a-Go-Go 2027.

Please welcome Martin Cate!

Martin is the James Beard Award-winning co-author of Smuggler's Cove: Exotic Cocktails, Rum, and the Cult of Tiki and co-owner of the legendary Smuggler's Cove in San Francisco. His influence on the modern Tiki movement extends to acclaimed bars including Forbidden Island, False Idol, Hale Pele, and Max's South Seas Hideaway, making him one of the most respected voices in rum, tropical cocktails, and Tiki history.

This is just the first of many exciting announcements as we build our biggest symposium lineup yet.

Join us April 2–4, 2027, at the Caribe Royale Orlando.

Welcome to Tiki-a-Go-Go, Martin!

The wait is almost over! Our Caribe Royale Orlando hotel booking link goes live Saturday, August 1 at 10:00 AM (ET).

Make the Caribe Royale your home for the weekend and take advantage of our exclusive attendee rates: -Rooms starting at just $199 per night -Reduced resort fee: $15 per night -Reduced self-parking: $25 per night for registered hotel guests

Stay where all the action happens and enjoy the convenience of being just steps from the symposiums, marketplace, music, cocktails, and late-night festivities.

On Saturday, August 1 at 10:00 AM, visit https://tikiagogoevent.com/venue/ for complete hotel details and the official booking link.

TIKI-A-GO-GO 2027 PASSES GO ON SALE AUGUST 15 AT 11AM EST!

Jetsetter - $560 Adventurers - $285 Mini-Adventurers (ages 4–17) - $40

From live music, symposiums and the Retro Tiki Marketplace to guest bars, Hospitality Suites and cocktail & spirits activations, choose your Tiki-a-Go-Go adventure!

Pricing transparency, here’s what you’ll actually pay at checkout: Jetsetter - $631.80 Adventurers - $321.92 Mini-Adventurers - $48.36 Totals include Eventbrite fees & sales tax. No surprises at checkout.

April 2–4, 2027 | Caribe Royale Orlando

Details at tikiagogoevent.com/tickets

Graphic by Corey Smith Creative

[ Edited by jwescoat on 2026-08-11 08:36:26 ]

HEADLINING TIKI-A-GO-GO 2027… Deke Dickerson and His All-Stars are coming to Tiki-a-Go-Go!

An Ameripolitan Music Award Musician of the Year, Deke brings his signature mix of rockabilly, surf, Western swing, country, and rhythm & blues to the Tiki-a-Go-Go stage.

He’s recorded and performed with Los Straitjackets, The Untamed Youth, The Trashmen, Nikki Hill, and more. If you’ve seen Deke perform, you already know. If you haven’t, you’re in for a hell of a show.

April 2–4, 2027 Caribe Royale Orlando

Passes go on sale Saturday, August 15 at 11AM ET Details: tikiagogoevent.com/tickets

📸 Photo: Susie Delaney

Gringo Starr & His All Starr Band Are Coming to Tiki-a-Go-Go!

Get ready for an action-packed set when Gringo Starr of Los Straitjackets takes the stage with his All Starr Band!

Expect high-energy rock ’n’ roll, scorching surf, and plenty of surprises, with special guest stars joining Gringo throughout the set.

Who might show up? You’ll have to be there to find out.

April 2–4, 2027 Caribe Royale Orlando

Adventurers Passes are available in limited quantities.

Details available at www.tikiagogoevent.com

FROM IMAGINEERING TO TIKI-A-GO-GO!

We’re proud to welcome Chris Crump to Tiki-a-Go-Go 2027!

A former Disney Imagineer and the son of legendary Disney Imagineer and Disney Legend Rolly Crump, Chris grew up surrounded by the creativity, storytelling, and design that helped shape some of Disney’s most iconic experiences.

Chris went on to build an impressive Imagineering career of his own, contributing his talents to attractions and experiences enjoyed by millions around the world.

This April, Chris joins us at Tiki-a-Go-Go to share stories, insights, and a unique perspective from a lifetime spent around Disney Imagineering, themed entertainment, and the extraordinary creative legacy of the Crump family.

April 2-4, 2027 Caribe Royale Orlando Passes now on sale

More details at www.tikiagogoevent.com

Tiki Tom-Tom Returns to Tiki-a-Go-Go!

We’re pleased to welcome Tiki Tom-Tom (aka Tom Jaynes) back as a presenter for Tiki-a-Go-Go!

A writer, photographer, artist, educator, wanderer, and full-time Polynesiac, Tom is the author of Polynesiacs: Tiki at Home, celebrating the people and creativity behind home Tiki spaces.

With his passion for Tiki culture, storytelling, and the people who keep it thriving, Tiki Tom-Tom always brings a unique perspective to the stage. We can’t wait to have him back at Tiki-a-Go-Go for another entertaining journey into the world of Tiki!

Join us April 2–4, 2027 at Caribe Royale Orlando!

Passes and details at www.tikiagogoevent.com

Tiki tOny is coming to Tiki-a-Go-Go!

We’re welcoming the one and only Tiki tOny to Tiki-a-Go-Go as a featured workshop artist AND vendor! Known for his unmistakable style and decades of creativity in the Tiki world, Tiki tOny will be bringing his talents to Tiki-a-Go-Go for a special hands-on craft class.

You’ll also find Tiki tOny in our Retro Tiki Marketplace, where you can check out his latest creations and take home a little Tiki tOny magic of your own.

Tiki-a-Go-Go tickets are ON SALE NOW! www.tikiagogoevent.com/tickets

Join us April 2-4 at Caribe Royale Orlando for a weekend packed with live music, Tiki art, cocktails, classes, presentations, shopping, and plenty of surprises.

Get your Adventurers Pass and come Go-Go with us!

We’re proud to welcome Barbara B. Wavell to Tiki-a-Go-Go!

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW! https://tikiaogogo2027.eventbrite.com

Barbara is an independent researcher and author specializing in the art and material culture of Micronesia. She has spent years studying and documenting the artistic traditions of the Pacific and is the author of three books, including Arts and Crafts of Micronesia and Woven Hand Fans of Micronesia.

Her research explores anthropology, art history, traditional carving, weaving, and the evolution of Pacific art through periods of cultural change.

We’re looking forward to Barbara bringing her knowledge of authentic Oceanic art and culture to Tiki-a-Go-Go!

Caribe Royale Orlando April 2–4, 2027 Get your tickets now! https://tikiaogogo2027.eventbrite.com

SKIPPER CHRIS IS BACK!

After hosting two incredibly popular craft classes at Tiki-a-Go-Go 2026, “Skipper Chris” White returns for 2027 with TWO hands-on workshops!

Coconut Warriors; Back by popular demand!

Build Your Own Jungle Boat; Inspired by the spirit of The African Queen, build your own miniature jungle boat, ready for adventure on the world’s most dangerous tabletop rivers!

If you joined Skipper Chris last year, you know his classes are a great time. If you missed out, 2027 is your chance!

TIKI-A-GO-GO 2027 TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!

https://tikiaogogo2027.eventbrite.com Craft class tickets will be released separately at a later date.

Jeff Granito, one of the most recognizable artists in today’s Tiki scene is this month’s guest for a wide-ranging blast of a conversation with Trevor Kelly!

The Tiki-a-Go-Go Tiny Tiki Talk Show, Episode 2 is LIVE!

Watch it now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fX2NN6PAgBg

A limited number of Adventurers Passes are still available for Tiki-a-Go-Go 2027! https://tikiaogogo2027.eventbrite.com

RON FERRELL IS COMING TO TIKI-A-GO-GO 2027!

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW! https://tikiaogogo2027.eventbrite.com

Collector, tropical lamp builder, traveler, and educator, Ron Ferrell has been part of the Tiki world from just about every angle.

From writing for Tiki Magazine and working with Sespe Creek Distillery to helping bring the House of Bamboo Tiki Lounge to life, Ron knows a thing or two about creating immersive tropical spaces. He’s also the builder behind The Rincon Room and Drifter’s Reef.

We’re looking forward to having Ron share his knowledge with us at Tiki-a-Go-Go!