Speed Rack Returns for its 14th Season

Speed Rack—the world’s first and only international all-women and femme bartending competition—is back for its 14th season, with applications now open and tickets on sale for 2026 regional events across the U.S.

Founded by industry veterans Lynnette Marrero and Ivy Mix, Speed Rack spotlights top female-identifying bartenders while raising critical funds for breast cancer education, prevention, and research. Since its launch, the competition has raised more than $1.85 million, with a goal of surpassing $2 million during Season 14.

The high-energy, ticketed competition tests speed, precision, and cocktail mastery, as bartenders race to execute classic cocktails under pressure—judged on accuracy, taste, and presentation. Regional winners advance to the National Finals, held during Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans.

Season 14 Regional Dates

Washington, D.C. – January 26, 2026 | Howard Theatre (rescheduled to March 16)

Denver – February 9, 2026 | Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom

Chicago – February 23, 2026 | Thalia Hall

New York City – March 9, 2026 | Melrose Ballroom

Boston – March 30, 2026 | Royale

Seattle – April 19, 2026 | Pacific Place Mall (kicking off Seattle Cocktail Week)

Each event supports leading breast cancer organizations, including The Pink Agenda, Breast Cancer Research Foundation, METAvivor, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Bartenders can apply by submitting a video demonstration, while fans are encouraged to grab tickets and cheer on competitors in their city. Regional winners—and select Wildcard competitors—will go on to compete at the Speed Rack National Finals on July 19, 2026, in New Orleans.

Applications and tickets are available now.

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