VIP attendees will gain access to the event one hour early â at 11:00am. This will allow you to get personal FaceTime with all of the cigar manufacturers before the festival opens to all ticket levels. VIP tickets include: Over 30 general admission premium cigars over 15 ultra premium VIP cigars festival bag lighter cutter souvenir glass festival t-shirt drink taster tickets two full drink tickets at the VIP bar meal and more. Also includes access to the private VIP lounge.